Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Luggage storage
Bar
Karaoke
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly, attentive staff
Excellent, central location (near station/shuttle for events)
Very good/excellent breakfast
Comfortable beds and spacious rooms
Free parking and shuttle availability for events
Generally clean rooms
Cons:
Loud pub/nightlife noise until late; poor soundproofing
No air conditioning; rooms can be very hot
High/event pricing (price surges/doubling during local events)
Some worn furnishings and basic facilities
Sticky floors in pub area and occasional cleanliness issues on stairs

Categories

Cleanliness
7.2
Rooms described as clean, but guests noted sticky floors/tables in the pub area and a dirty hand rail/stair gripper issue — generally acceptable but some housekeeping issues in communal areas.
Service
9
Repeated praise for staff: described as absolutely lovely, extremely helpful and attentive — strong, consistently positive service impression.
Location
9
Multiple mentions of an excellent, very convenient central location (close to station, festival shuttle, near attractions) — location is a clear strength despite proximity to a pub causing noise.
Room Quality
7
Beds and bathrooms praised (comfortable bed, spacious room, large bathroom) but issues noted with shower/bed for tall guests, some worn furnishings and rooms getting very hot (no A/C).
Amenities
6.9
Good breakfast service and bar access; free parking/shuttle available for events. Lacks air conditioning and some facilities are basic for the price, lowering the amenities score.
Value for Money
5.9
Several guests complained about high/event pricing (price doubling for local events) and felt facilities were basic for the cost — value is a notable weak point.
Food and Beverage
8
Breakfast repeatedly described as excellent/gorgeous with good options; bar access mentioned positively although bar noise at night was a drawback for some guests.
Overall Experience
7.8
Overall positive stays driven by friendly staff, location and breakfast, but disturbed sleep from pub noise, heat/no A/C and some basic/worn aspects tempered the overall experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-07 23:08

Property Description

Central Location and Vibrant Atmosphere

Located in the heart of Chichester, The Vestry offers a lively bar and restaurant with live music on select nights. Just steps away from the iconic Chichester Cathedral, guests can immerse themselves in the vibrant local culture.

Comfortable and Well-Equipped Rooms

Each room at Vestry Chichester is thoughtfully designed with modern amenities including a private bathroom, TV, and tea/coffee facilities. Upgrade to a room with a super king-size bed or a relaxing corner bath for a touch of luxury during your stay.

Historic Charm and Nearby Attractions

Immerse yourself in history with a stay at The Vestry, only a short walk from Tudor Market Cross and Pallant House Art Gallery. Explore the rich heritage of Chichester with easy access to shops and restaurants just minutes away.

Experience the charm and convenience of The Vestry - book your stay now for an unforgettable Chichester getaway.

Important information:

Guests may experience noise disturbance from live music from Thursday to Saturday until 03:00.

Please note that if a virtual credit card has been used to secure the booking, we will be required to obtain the guest’s personal card details upon arrival. This is necessary to cover any potential damages or smoking-related charges incurred during the stayPlease inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

7.6
Based on 1648 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.2
Service: 9
Location: 9
Room Quality: 7
Amenities: 6.9
Value for Money: 5.9
Food and Beverage: 8
Overall Experience: 7.8
C
Catherine • couple • gb
6
Excellent location but beware the late night noise
Pros:

The location 5 minutes from Cathedral and pedestrian town centre.

Cons:

The noise levels- until 3am on Thursday and c 1am Friday. The hotel is very clear when booking, the rooms are double glazed and ear plugs are supplied. However the pub downstairs is Chichesters party venue. Also next door is the pool bar- open until 3am every night, so this area is just full of young loud people.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
R
rebecca • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

The staff were friendly and attentive. Stored put bags after checking out. The room.was spacious, comfy and clean and the breakfast delicious 😋

Cons:

TV signal was very poor. Smashed biscuits provided.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
M
Moor • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Comfortable bed, welcoming staff, good breakfast

Cons:

Room doors banging shut

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
A
Anabela • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Adoramos tudo, desde o atendimento, a localizaçao e ao comer
Fantastico

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
C
Claire • extended_group • gb
10
Fab staff spotlessly clean
Pros:

Perfect for our occasion, had been warned about possible noise from the club but it wasn’t an issue
Staff went over and beyond to assist us we are so grateful
Breakfast was great, really well cooked

Cons:

No

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
L
Lynn • couple • gb
10
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
D
De Gelaen • solo_traveller • be
8
Pros:

Excellent value for money, free parking, good breakfast and friendly atmosphere. A bit noisy in the evening

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
P
Paul • solo_traveller • gb
6
Pros:

Nice bog room and great breakfast

Cons:

Terrible loud noise until early hours from bar next door, a pair of ear plugs isn't the answer. Won't study again

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
S
Simon Terence • couple • gb
5
Basic
Pros:

Location

Cons:

No fridge in room, twin beds not double. Plug sockets to one side of bed only. Extremely poor parking. No rear entrance. Noise/vibrations until early hours

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
V
Vic • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Absolutely loved everything

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
D
Dave Blakesley • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Comfy and unbelievably fun staff

Cons:

Leaving

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
J
john • solo_traveller • gb
6
Ok (just)
Pros:

Good breakfast

Cons:

Room cramped and needs updating

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
G
Gustavo • family_with_children • be
9
Pros:

Room is very comfortable. Very good English breakfast and the Coffe is amazingly good.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
M
Marco • couple • it
10
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
D
darren • couple • gb
3
Pros:

The reception staff were welcoming and helpful

Cons:

Not being able to park, the state of the rooms, the poor quality of furniture

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
K
Kathryn • couple • gb
9
Good comfortable stay
Pros:

good welcome limited free parking but was not an issue. Quirky feel, excellent sized room and bathroom with decent shower over. Two fans. well lit. very comfortable with wardrobe and table and TV well stocked tea, coffee and hot chocolate with two bottles of water provided key to let yourself in from the street Central high street location good shops and cafes
pubs etc., about 15 mins walk from Chichester Cathedral and 20 minutes to the Theatre Choice of full english or muffins with poached or fried eggs

Cons:

Was ok for us but there was no lift and a fairly steep staircase, which would be a problem for elderly or those with walking difficulty. Check but they do have music until 3am (earplugs provided) but not when we stayed

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
N
Nettie • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Lovely staff convenient location

Cons:

N/A

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
M
Marcus • solo_traveller • gb
3
Pros:

Location was central

Cons:

Very very noisy. Asked for quiet room, got what was the noisiest room in the establishment. Overlooking main road, loud traffic all night, drunks shouting all night. Couldn't wait to leave.
Room tired and dated. Quite run down.

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Peta • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pub with rooms above in the heart of Chichester with parking.
Pros:

Pub with rooms above in the heart of Chichester with parking. Exceptionally helpful and friendly staff, excellent breakfasts, lovely large room.

Cons:

The parking was absolutely impossible to find, I had to ring the hotel and even then, the route was bewildering.

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
W
WAYNE • extended_group • gb
9
We were greater on arrival by friendly and helpful staff Rooms were clean
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee