Last-minute hotel deals near Chester Zoo

With a stay at Liverpool Aigburth Sefton Park Hotel By Belvilla, you'll be centrally located in Liverpool, steps from Sefton Park and within a 5-minute drive of Liverpool ONE. This hotel is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Royal Albert Dock and 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Anfield Stadium.

Set in Liverpool in the Merseyside region, Sweet Dreams Residence, close to Penny Lane is a 4-star property boasting free WiFi. The property has inner courtyard views and is 1.7 km from Mendips John Lennon Home and 3.2 km from Sefton Park. 20 Forthlin Road is 3.3 km away and Williamson's Tunnels is 3.7 km from the guest house.

Some units feature a a dressing room. At the guest house, the units have a shared bathroom and bed linen.

Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral is 4.4 km from the guest house, while Philharmonic Hall is 4.4 km from the property. Liverpool John Lennon Airport is 8 km away.

With a stay at Childwall Abbey, by Marstons Inns in Liverpool, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Anfield Stadium and Sefton Park. This hotel is 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Royal Albert Dock and 8.7 mi (14.1 km) from Knowsley Safari Park.

A charming hotel steeped in history, set in the historical town of Port Sunlight, within easy reach of Liverpool and Chester, and just 5 minutes from the M53.

All rooms have a flat-screen TV with Freeview, iron and ironing board and a large en suite bathroom. Free Wi-Fi is available.

There is a spacious dining room and bar, and the hotel also has meeting and function facilities for up to 60 people.

• State-of-the-art spa
• 3 restaurants
• Great for business retreats

Thornton Hall Hotel and Spa has to be one of the number spa destinations in the UK. So if you’re looking for some pampering? Stop your search. The hotel’s nestled between Liverpool and Chester – around half an hour’s drive from both. But you won’t want to leave the hotel, thanks to its award-winning spa and first-rate dining options.

The pool in the spa sets the bar high – it’s inspired by Roman baths with its gold columns and tiled walls. There’s a hot tub, sauna and steam room, as well as a load of unique facilities that you won’t find in many hotel spas. We’re talking a snow room, a Himalayan salt wall, an infrared wall, and an experience shower with tropical rain, monsoon and cold waterfall settings. Outside, there’s a barrel sauna with scenic countryside views and a couple of hot tubs, surrounded by loungers.

For food, you’ve got the Lawns Grill for stuff like caviar, oysters and grilled meats. The Lounge for more relaxed fare, with sandwiches, sharing platters and mains, plus a cocktail happy hour. It lines up a terrace for al fresco wining and dining. And, finally, The Brasserie, in the health club, for brunch or tapas bites after a gym workout or spa treatment. The facilities list is rounded off with a gym, hair salon, make-up studio, nail bar and meeting rooms.

Located in Wrexham, Premier Inn Wrexham North - A483 is within a 15-minute drive of Chester Racecourse and Chester City Walls. This hotel is 14.9 mi (24 km) from Chester Zoo and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Alyn Waters Country Park.

With a stay at Premier Inn Liverpool John Lennon Airport in Liverpool (Speke), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Sefton Park and Knowsley Safari Park. This hotel is 7.8 mi (12.6 km) from Royal Albert Dock and 10.1 mi (16.3 km) from Anfield Stadium.

Located within the Cheshire countryside, The Macdonald Portal Hotel is 10 miles from Chester. It offers 3 golf courses, an indoor pool, a spa and an award-winning restaurant.

Rooms at The Macdonald Portal Hotel Golf & Spa feature spacious bathrooms with baths and walk-in showers. They also have flat-screen TVs and WiFi access.

The spa centre has a sauna, salt and ice rooms and a wide range of beauty treatments. There is an air-conditioned gym and one of the golf courses is of Championship standard.

Ranulf Restaurant serves traditional cuisine and has an emphasis on organic food. The Lounge Bar brews fresh coffee and has a light snack menu.

Oulton Park Race Circuit, which hosts events such as the British Touring Cars and British Superbikes, is only 2 miles away. Free parking is available at the Portal Hotel.

Located in Tarporley, Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of Cotebrook Shire Horse Centre and Oulton Park Circuit. This golf hotel is 11.7 mi (18.9 km) from Chester Zoo and 11.5 mi (18.5 km) from Chester City Walls.

Located in Hale, within 10 km of 20 Forthlin Road and 11 km of Mendips John Lennon Home, Mersey view Hotel & Pub provides accommodation with a bar and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is set 16 km from Williamson's Tunnels, 16 km from Philharmonic Hall and 17 km from Casbah Coffee Club. The property is non-smoking and is situated 14 km from Sefton Park.

At the hotel, each room is equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom.

Liverpool Central Station is 17 km from Mersey view Hotel & Pub, while Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral is 19 km away. Liverpool John Lennon Airport is 5 km from the property.

With a stay at Beatles Themed Hotel in Liverpool (Toxteth), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Royal Albert Dock and Sefton Park. This hotel is 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from Anfield Stadium and 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from Knowsley Safari Park.

Located in Runcorn, Premier Inn Runcorn is a 5-minute drive from Halton Castle and 8 minutes from Norton Priory Museum. This hotel is 14.1 mi (22.7 km) from Chester Zoo and 15.4 mi (24.8 km) from Knowsley Safari Park.

Located in Wrexham, Oak Mead is within a 15-minute drive of Alyn Waters Country Park and William Aston Hall Wrexham. This country house is 13.9 mi (22.3 km) from Chester Zoo and 9.1 mi (14.7 km) from Chester Racecourse.

Set in Chester and within 17 km of Chester Racecourse, The Egerton Arms features a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. The property is around 20 km from Chester Zoo, 23 km from Delamere Forest and 47 km from M&S Bank Arena Liverpool. Williamson's Tunnels is 48 km from the inn.

All guest rooms in the inn are equipped with a TV. The units at The Egerton Arms come with a private bathroom and bed linen.

At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving American and British cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested.

ACC Liverpool is 47 km from The Egerton Arms, while Philharmonic Hall is 48 km away. Liverpool John Lennon Airport is 52 km from the property.

Gateway Lodge, a property with a shared lounge, is located in Speke, 5.3 km from 20 Forthlin Road, 6.3 km from Mendips John Lennon Home, as well as 8.3 km from Sefton Park. This 3-star guest house offers full-day security and luggage storage space. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

At the guest house, all units are fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. At the guest house, all units are soundproof. The units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle.

Williamson's Tunnels is 11 km from the guest house, while Philharmonic Hall is 12 km away. Liverpool John Lennon Airport is 1 km from the property.

Alvanley Arms, Cotebrook features a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Tarporley. Located around 21 km from Chester Racecourse, the inn with free WiFi is also 22 km away from Chester Zoo. The property is non-smoking and is located 17 km from Delamere Forest.

At the inn, every room has a wardrobe. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At Alvanley Arms, Cotebrook every room is equipped with a desk and a flat-screen TV.

Tatton Park is 30 km from the accommodation, while Capesthorne Hall is 37 km away. Manchester Airport is 33 km from the property.

Located in Mold, Plas Bellin Studios is within a 10-minute drive of Northop Country Park Golf Club and Wepre Park. This apartment is 12.6 mi (20.3 km) from Chester Zoo and 11.5 mi (18.5 km) from Chester Racecourse.

Located 14 km from Chester Racecourse, Sandmartins provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is situated 25 km from Delamere Forest, 40 km from Albert Dock and 40 km from M&S Bank Arena Liverpool. The property is non-smoking and is set 22 km from Chester Zoo.

The spacious holiday home features 3 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Chester, like cycling and fishing. Guests can also relax in the garden.

ACC Liverpool is 40 km from Sandmartins, while Philharmonic Hall is 40 km away. Liverpool John Lennon Airport is 55 km from the property.

Set 19 km from Chester Racecourse, Burnt Oak Stables offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 30 km from Delamere Forest, 36 km from The Beatles Statue and 38 km from Pier Head. The property is non-smoking and is situated 27 km from Chester Zoo.

The holiday home features 2 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

Guests at the holiday home can enjoy golfing and cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden.

Albert Dock is 39 km from Burnt Oak Stables, while M&S Bank Arena Liverpool is 39 km away. Liverpool John Lennon Airport is 55 km from the property.

With a stay at Higher Farm in Malpas, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Stretton Water Mill and Aldersey Green Golf Club. This bed & breakfast is 13.2 mi (21.2 km) from Chester Zoo and 11.3 mi (18.2 km) from Chester City Walls.