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4.8 out of 5

"This was our second time at the Chester, it's not cheap but worth every penny if you want a treat. No.1 in Edinburgh for a reason. " More

By David B. on Fri 26 Jun 2015

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Own Residence

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

One Bedroom Mews Apartment

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Penthouse Apartment

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Club Apartment

Bed Count 2 King Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Grand Apartment

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Hotel Description

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the room service at The Chester Residence. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Princes Street. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a bar. Built in 1850, this luxury aparthotel has 23 apartments over 5 floors. Each apartment offers free WiFi and a kitchen.

  • Each apartment offers a kitchen, a pillowtop bed and a living room
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge
  • Continental breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Services include free food shopping service, dry cleaning/laundry and a concierge
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Princes Street and George Street
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee

The Chester Residence ratings based on 5 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
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Room cleanliness 5.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 5.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 5.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for The Chester Residence

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4 out of 5

Great treat

This was our second time at the Chester, it's not cheap but worth every penny if you want a treat. No.1 in Edinburgh for a reason.

Posted by on 26 Jun 2015

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5 out of 5

Amazing self contained apartments

Couldn't have hoped for a better stay. Perfect apartment with huge roll top bath. Staff were very welcoming to any request.

Posted by on 26 Dec 2014

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5 out of 5

Amazing 1st class

I would recommend this hotel to anyone, the service was perfect the apartment itself was fantastic. Going back for New Year's Eve without a doubt.

Posted by on 5 Nov 2013

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5 out of 5

Posted by on 26 Nov 2019

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5 out of 5
Localisation idéale. Staff accueillant et très professionnel.

Posted by on 22 Dec 2018

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Property Features

The Chester Residence offers its guests multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. The luxury The Chester Residence also features coffee/tea in common area, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby. The aparthotel can provide a complimentary food/drink shopping service, limo/town car service, and wedding services. Free self parking is available. This 5-star Edinburgh aparthotel is smoke free.

  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 1850
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Food/drink service (free)
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Transport

  • Train station: Edinburgh Haymarket Station (1 km / 0.6 mi)
  • Metro station: Haymarket Tram Station (0.8 km / 0.5 mi)
  • Property shuttles: Airport shuttle
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

The Chester Residence offers 23 accommodations with DVD players and espresso makers. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 42-inch plasma televisions come with premium cable channels. Accommodation at this 5-star aparthotel has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a rainfall showerhead, dressing gowns, slippers and designer toiletries. This Edinburgh aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

  • In-room kitchen
  • Dining room
  • Sitting area
  • Pillowtop beds
  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • Plasma television
  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels
  • DVD player
  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Dishwasher
  • Espresso maker
  • Kitchenware
  • Egyptian cotton linens
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow options
  • Combined shower/bath
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hairdryer
  • Safe
  • Dressing gowns
  • Slippers
  • Designer toiletries
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout curtains
  • Sound-insulated rooms
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Unique furnishings
  • Unique decor

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy a continental breakfast daily from 6 AM to 10 AM.

A complimentary food shopping service is offered and room service (during limited hours) is available.

Nearby Activities

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at anytime
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 55.0 per night.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and window guards

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and window guards in all accommodation. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

  • Security system
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • No lifts
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Minimum guest age is 18
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Online penalty collection

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 350.00 per night (for stays between 1 August and 31 August)

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately GBP 19.00 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: GBP 46 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 75.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 55.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Chester Residence
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You should know

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National Rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

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