Crabwall Manor Hotel and Spa in Chester

Crabwall Manor Hotel and spa is situated on the outskirts of Chester, and is set within 11-acres of mature gardens and attractive grounds. My husband and I arrived there just after midnight and were pleasantly surprised to see a stunning entrance through the Clock Tower.

The manor house was a gift from William the Conqueror to his nephew in 1077. The red brick frontage and turrets have been completed later, in 1600.

There are still some original features to be found and many are complemented by stylish décor including this plush, vividly-coloured carpet.

There is a spa and a swimming pool within the hotel but we only stayed there for a short time – otherwise gallivanting with friends in Chester – so had to postpone having treatments until future visits. Instead, we enjoyed this peaceful courtyard…….

……..and brick-walled interiors.

Our bedroom and even a bathroom were big enough to ride bicycles in, and were tastefully decorated without the clutter of unnecessary trinkets and ornaments I sometimes see in hotels of this calibre.

This Grade II listed building was refurbished 18 months ago, to aid comfortable stay for leisure or for business.