The Saddle Inn - Chester

Rock-themed inn in central Chester offering Europe's only live music venue and free rehearsal space.

Entertainment & Amenities

The Saddle Inn hosts live music performances, open mic nights, and karaoke events on a regular schedule. The hotel offers free venue hire for rehearsal and practice sessions, a facility rarely found in other accommodations. An on-site tattoo studio and a pool table, along with a covered outdoor seating area with TVs, add to the options for guests.

Rock-Themed Rooms

Each room at Saddle Inn Chester is decorated around a specific rock band, with replica guitars and music memorabilia covering the walls. Bedside tables are fashioned from actual drums, and the decor continues the rock theme throughout the corridors and bar. The Slayer room, the Kiss room, and the AC/DC room are among the named options available.

Dining & Breakfast

An à la carte breakfast with full English, Irish, and vegetarian options is served each morning, alongside a Sunday roast that guests have called the best they have ever had. The bar menu includes large portions of British cuisine, with burgers that require a knife and fork to eat. The family-friendly restaurant offers vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options for all meals.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The Saddle Inn sits 2300 ft from Chester Racecourse and a 7-minute walk from the city center shops and restaurants. Chester Zoo is 4 miles away, and the Grosvenor Museum is within walking distance. Free overnight parking is available at a nearby car park, and Liverpool John Lennon Airport is 25 miles from the hotel.

Pet-Friendly Accommodations

Guests can bring dogs to The Saddle in Chester, with pet bowls provided and no extra charge for well-behaved pets. Family rooms with two full-size single beds for children are available, and children can eat from a kids' meals menu. The resident dog, Harley, often greets guests in the bar area.

• Entertainment: Live music, open mic, karaoke nights
• Rooms: Rock band-themed rooms with drums as bedside tables
• Dining: À la carte breakfast & Sunday roast
• Location: 7 min from Chester Racecourse
• Pet Policy: Dog-friendly with pet bowls
• Unique Feature: Free venue hire for rehearsals & on-site tattoo studio