One of the oldest hotels in Wales, The Hand in Chirk was built in 1610, and offers traditional charm and period features. There is a restaurant, bar, free Wi-Fi and free parking.
Shane
Canada
The hotel is very very old, but quaint and comfortable. We enjoyed walking around the town. Much less busy than other stops along the canal.
Located just outside the small Welsh village of Chirk, on the Wales-England border, Moreton Park Hotel offers free on-site parking and is only 10 minutes’ drive from Wrexham city centre.
Adele
United Kingdom
Lady on reception was friendly and helpful. The breakfast was excellent. Again the chef was friendly and helpful. Negative was signage to hotel not good. Confusing where entrance to the hotel was.
Lion Quays Waterside Resort is set in English countryside, with stunning views of the Llangollen Canal. All rooms have a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, a power shower and complimentary toiletries.
Deborah
United Kingdom
Pool and bar very good.
Staff attentive but not over the top. Clean and smart.
Breakfast was a good choice/selection and staff on the ball.
In a peaceful, idyllic setting, the hotel combines the traditional charm and attractive original features of a 19th-century building with the contemporary chic of extensive and luxurious spa...
Philip
United Kingdom
Great location, very peaceful surroundings. Staff friendly and helpful
Situated in the picturesque Ceiriog Valley, The Glyn Valley Hotel is a historic inn offering a restaurant and rooms with valley views, just a 20-minute drive from Llangollen.
Kathryn
United Kingdom
An excellent location.
Staff were really helpful.
The rooms were spotlessly clean.
Situated in Whittington, 41 km from Chester Racecourse, Ye Old Boote Inn features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.
Ian
United Kingdom
Excellent food ,both in the evening and at breakfast
The Wynnstay Hotel in Oswestry is a 4 star property located 4 miles from the Welsh border. The elegant Georgian style building sits prominently on the high street in the market town of Oswestry.
Davies
United Kingdom
Great value for money, breakfast and welcoming staff.
On the Shropshire and Welsh border hills, this peaceful country house sits in delightful English countryside, and has held 2 AA Rosettes for food quality for over 10 years.
Julie
United Kingdom
Location was beautiful.
Staff lovely and friendly.
Food absolutely delicious.
I’ve visited Chirk on many occasions for business and...
I’ve visited Chirk on many occasions for business and leisure. The village is quieter since the building of the bypass. One feature to see is the aqueduct. Nearby Pontcysyllte Aqueduct is famous but Chirk Aquaduct is impressive too. It runs alongside the railway viaduct over a deep valley. At its north end the canal enters a tunnel.
Jeff
United Kingdom
4.0
Scored 4.0
Disappointing. Don't be taken in.
Disappointing. Don't be taken in. It's not really a castle, its a stately home and not a very interesting one at that. Only part of the 'castle' can be viewed, what can be seen is not very interesting and poorly presented and not set in context. There were no information screens, very little signage and what information there was consisted of 'this is a painting of a person you've never heard of. This is another'. At £15 per person (!) this was grossly over-priced and certainly not worth the money
Jerry
United Kingdom
8.0
Scored 8.0
Unfortunately we were returning home from one funeral to...
Unfortunately we were returning home from one funeral to prepare for another in a couple of days so we did not have time to visit any where except the adjacent restaurant but it looked a pleasant little town with lots of local sites such as the castle and Pontcysyllte aqueduct
Flightdeck9
United Kingdom
6.0
Scored 6.0
We took a dayboat hire for the family out of the Anglo Welsh...
We took a dayboat hire for the family out of the Anglo Welsh marina at Trevor and travelled down the canal down to Chirk, passing over the famous aqueduct. Following day we went to the British Ironworks near Oswestry and saw the Knife Angel sculpture. A great day out.
Rodger
United Kingdom
6.0
Scored 6.0
The hotel is outside Chirk, a few minutes drive.
The hotel is outside Chirk, a few minutes drive. The town is quite small but has a good free car park. We couldn't visit the castle as it was closed due to bad weather. The Llangollen canal is nearby and good for walking. The aqauaduct is interesting. It's easy to get to NT places, Llangollen, Oswestry and Snowdonia National Park.
Margaret
United Kingdom
8.0
Scored 8.0
Chirk is just a small Village but cute and it has coffee...
Chirk is just a small Village but cute and it has coffee shops and gift shops. Llangollen is close and it's generally a nice area to drive around.
Walks along the canal are a bonus and this is close to the Lion Quays resort..
Stayed in the hotel, visited the restaurant and had a day at the spa. Fabulous service throughout.
The service at the spa was amazing. We had our own suite for the day, with hot tub and sauna. Definitely worth that little extra cost and it meant we didn't need to leave the suite. Matthew made it extra special by being so attentive and bought us a lovely lunch. Couldn't have had a better day.
Has a mezzanine bedroom which is quite unusual. Very spacious as a result. Quiet so you get a good nights sleep. Parking certainly not an issue. Attached restaurant was closed when I was there but you have a brasserie a short walk away and a garden centre with a cafe etc in shopping hours. Chirk is quite close by (25 minute walk) and plenty more options there. Would happily use again.
The hotel was great. They were really busy with an event when we were there but it was all good. The mattresses were a bit uncomfortable but the room was fine. It was clean. It's an old building that has been altered and renovated repeatedly so if you expect perfection, this isn't for you. I would stay there again.
The hotel is on a great location for us as we were visiting friends who live nearby. We have stayed here three times over the past few years and the hotel has always been clean and comfortable with friendly helpful staff. The optional breakfast is great value for money.
Resturant and spa are of a decent standard but the hotel and rooms are VERY dated and the pictures used by booking.com do not offer a true depiction of the rooms.
Very overpriced for what it is although I imagine a lot of it is for use of the leisure facilities.
Easy parking. Clean affordable rooms with plenty of space. Excellent breakfast.
Perfect for cycling the canal path to Llangollen via x2 aqueducts and x2 tunnels.
Staff friendly evening meal good at local pub within walking distance.
Staff were very helpful & friendly. Seating area in lounge areas was very comfortable with lovely comfy sofas.
Parking was easy at rear of hotel & opposite was a park area ideal for walking my dog.
The spa, pool, steam facilities etc, we're among the best I Have ever seen, especially the pool, it was very big with lovely ambient lighting.
This is the hotels one stand out star point.
Everything it was just like being @ home. for comfort. The place was spotless. The food was excellent. The staff were social, & friendly. I would Strongly recommend The Moreton Park Hotel.
The Hand Hotel really surpassed our expectations in all areas, - it was great for the price that we paid. The staff were lovely, helpful and friendly. Would definitely stay again. 👍🏼😊
Room very comfortable although the manky old mini chocolate muffin left in one of the bedside drawers was not particularly appetising. Its a great hotel in terms if rooms and facilities.
The spa area was excellent with a decent sized swimming pool which you don’t often find.
The staff were very friendly and helpful and the setting of the hotel was nice and easy to find.
After a busy day we were able to have a relaxing drink and a delicious dinner. Friendly staff. Great base for visiting Chirk castle and the canal/aqueduct. Clean and comfortable.
Everything went well. From the hotel stay, to spa treatments, pool and steam room, the views, the staff, food and environment was very great and hospitality was well given.
Stayed here several times for work purposes and the hotel is absolutely fine. Everything works - quick Wi-Fi,. comfortable room, restaurant just next door, good service.
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