The Chester Grosvenor and Spa dates back to 1865 and is owned by and named after the family of the Duke of Westminster. It is considered by many to be one of the finest hotels in northwest England and is one amongst a few outside London to be awarded five AA Red Stars.

The recently refurbished Arkle Bar and Lounge gives its guests the opportunity to enjoy morning coffee, light lunches, afternoon teas and pre-dinner drinks and cocktails in the evening. The dishes there range from grilled bacon and Swiss cheese croissants; glazed lobster, spinach and Parmesan tarts, and Baeri caviar, to a selection of sandwiches, and meat and fish creations such as sausage and mash, and classic smoked haddock omelettes.

Desserts take in liquid chocolate tart with banana, rum and golden raisins, and a selection of British and continental farmhouse cheeses. Interesting malts, vintage ports and a range of liqueurs are always available.