Dating back to 1865, The Chester Grosvenor and Spa is owned and named after the family of the Duke of Westminster. Located in the heart of the historic city of Chester, The Chester Grosvenor and Spa is one of the finest hotels in the north-west of England and one of a handful of hotels to be awarded five AA Red Stars. It was honoured with a Gold Ribbon from the RAC in 2005, making The Chester Grosvenor and Spa one of the four five-star hotels outside London to achieve this award. Chester is an area renowned not only for its Roman heritage but also for its beautiful architecture, the shopping 'rows' and breathtaking scenery. The hotel is perfectly situated for visiting all the historic sites of Chester, including the Roman walls, amphitheatre and Chester Cathedral. The Chester Grosvenor and Spa also has good road and rail links with Manchester, Liverpool and North Wales. The Chester Grosvenor's Grade II listed building, with its black and white timbered facade, belies the modern elegance of the hotel interior. The hotel has 66 individually designed bedrooms and 14 stylish suites, all individually designed and beautifully furnished with the finest fabrics. At the heart of the hotel is the luxury Grosvenor Spa offering traditional and holistic treatments. With five treatment rooms, a steam room, herb sauna and relaxation room, the hotel Spa offers a comprehensive list of treatments and Spa packages designed to harmonise body and mind. There are two award-winning restaurants at the hotel, most notably The Arkle, which regularly retains its Michelin star.