Floatel, Northwich

Hotel Description

This unique, floating hotel is located on the River Weaver at Northwich town centre and is 5 miles from the M6, with good links to Chester, Liverpool, Manchester and Warrington.

The UK's only purpose-built floating hotel is close to the shops and bars of the town centre, and features a restaurant and late night bar overlooking the river.

Many of the area’s attractions such as the Blue Planet Aquarium, Chester Zoo, Haydock Races and Oulton Park can be reached by car from the hotel.

A great location for business or leisure travellers in the North-west, the hotel has conference and function facilities for up to 100 guests.

6/10 Overall rating

Guest Services

• General: Luggage Storage, Free Parking, Safety Deposit Box.
• Services: Fax/Photocopying, Internet Services, Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Packed Lunches.

Restaurants and Bars

The Waterside Restaurant and Swingbridge Bar offers a menu with simple snacks such as baguettes and burgers, or the choice of a one, 2 or 3-course meal from a wide selection of dishes. All grills are cooked on a chargrill for extra flavour.

Please note: the restaurant is closed Sunday nights.

Hotel Policies

Important! Policies may vary from these depending on your room, date & rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.

• Check In: 14:00 - 00:00 hours
• Check Out: 11:00 hours
• Cards accepted at the hotel: Visa, Maestro, American Express, MasterCard, Diner's Club
• Deposit: No deposit will be charged.
• Internet: Wireless Internet Hotspot is available in public areas and is free of charge.
• Pets: Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
• Parking: Free Public parking is possible on site.
• Extra Charges: VAT is included. Service charge is included. City/tourist tax is not applicable.
• Children and extra beds: All children are welcome. All children under 12 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots. All older children or adults stay free of charge for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.
• Cancellations: If cancelled up to 1 day before the date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.

Directions

By Car
From the M6:
- Exit the M6 at junction 19 and follow the A556.
- Take the first signpost on the right, marked Northwich (and Lostock Gralam).
- Follow the signs for Northwich and the town centre.
- In the town centre, pass the police station and law courts.
- Take the next left turn and follow the brown/white tourism signs marked 'Quality Hotel'.

From the M56:
- Exit at junction 10 and follow the A49, signposted to Whitchurch.
- At the junction with the A533, turn left, following signs for Barnton/Northwich.
- Follow the A533 into Northwich. Turn right at the court building and right again at the next set of traffic lights.
- The hotel is 140 metres away on the left.

By Train:
Northwich Station (Chester to Manchester line) is approximately 1.6 km (1 mile) from the hotel. Alternatively, Hartford Station (West coast / Crewe to Liverpool line) is approximately 4 km (2.5 miles) from the hotel.

*Directions included in email booking confirmation