Bowman Lodge

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 8.2
Rated very good

Free Wifi

9.5

Bowman Lodge is a family-run guest house in the historic city of Chester. Known for its Roman walls, cobbled streets and Tudor buildings, Chester’s city center is around 20 minutes’ walk away, and the train station is within a 10-minute walk. All rooms at Bowman Lodge have a TV, tea and coffee facilities and most have private bathrooms. The property has a homely style and dates back to the Victorian era. Offering limited, first-come-first-served private parking, Bowman Lodge is close to many of the area’s attractions. Chester Zoo and the Blue Planet Aquarium at Ellesmere Port are less than 10 minutes’ drive, as is the city’s Grosvenor Museum. Free roadside parking is available nearby.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Chester, this property has an excellent location score of 9.0!

  • FREE parking!

Availability

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Jan
United States United States
“My room was lovely, comfortable, nicely decorated and very quiet. The location of the room at the backside allowed me the privacy to do work (writing). The lodge was in a good location for finding places to shop and dine - as well as for hopping...”
Ian
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great location. Easy walk to centre. Clean room. Friendly arrival .”
Seren
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Nice and clean on arrival, lovely welcome by staff.”
Annie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“This was just bed accommodation, no breakfast. But there was a fridge and microwave for use which was really useful. Just what we needed.”
Martin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Didn't stay for the breakfast but the staff were polite, friendly and helpful and the room was spacious and comfy”
Jacqueline
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“2nd visit to the Bowman, great location for visiting Chester, 20 minute walk into the City Centre. Rooms are very spacious with en-suite facilities, good supply of tea, coffee, sugar and milk. The Oaklands (across the road) do a lovely breakfast....”
Andrew
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location was great. City centre easily accessible.”
Jayne
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location was great. Mike was very helpful and told us about different pubs and restaurants in the area.”
Ekaterina
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The location is very convenient — only a 20-minute walk from the city center. The room and the house are lovely. There is a small fridge in the common area, and plates and cutlery are also provided.”
H
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Mike (Owner) was nice and friendly and offered info on the surrounding area and bus stop location for the Zoo. Room was tidy and comfy with coffee and tea available. Shower was nice and powerful. Very reasonably priced compared to the rest of the...”

Area info

Amenities of Bowman Lodge

Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
£10 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 17 years
Extra bed upon request
£10 per child, per night

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Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Stag and hen parties, and similar groups, cannot be accommodated.

Please note that Bowman Lodge does not offer breakfast or any other meal plan but there are plenty of local pubs and restaurants for guests to nearby.

Please inform Bowman Lodge 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.

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