So after yesterday's lack of success in finding a decent eaterie, I tried another…read morerecommendation...well it was an improvement...staff very friendly, nice surroundings...3 on a table to my right, 4 to my left, 2 opposite and in the sort of conservatory a bunch of ladies (of a certain age) wot lunch, school reunion, birthday, not sure..a few more outside, so not many. Service variable and as yesterday it was quicker to take the bill to the bar rather than wait at the table on the off-chance that someone might pass by. As for the food, I asked for a well done burger but everything was pretty well done, it was ok and the chilli chips (was that it?) were hot...ok but not exciting. Again, I doubt there will be a chance of a repeat performance

Absolutely lovely barn conversion with exquisite stylish furnishings, a walled private gated garden…read moreand private parking. 10 minutes from the beach. We will definitely return and would recommend this to everyone.

Great, cosy, local bar/pub. great beers on tap. We never got food, only beer!read more

I stayed here for one night, and loved every minute of it!…read moreLovely, clean room. Great food, great atmosphere and very friendly staff! I travelled from Manchester, and Chichester and The Vestry were both worth the long journey. I'm looking forward to going again :)

In spite of extensive recent interior refurbishments, this attractive Grade II Georgian listed…read morebuilding is in keeping with its surroundings and retains a smart presence. With rooms on three floors, take the stairs and you'll be pleasantly surprised by the elegant sweeping 18th century Adam staircase; on the walls - of the first floor - you'll discover memorabilia dating back to the time of the original owner, Admiral George Murray, who served with Nelson. Bedrooms are sympathetically restored, with an unobtrusive modern touch, in warm neutral tones. There's a flat-screen TV on the wall, comfy chairs to relax in, a good supply of quality wooden hangers (although only wall hooks, rather than a closed wardrobe) to hang your clothes on and a sleek, efficient kettle together with tea and coffee supplies to prepare hot drinks with. The bathroom is simple and white, comfortable enough (and very clean) with courtesy (ginseng-enriched) products. Rooms still use a traditional key system and have a name as well as a number. I was concerned that sounds from the (quite noisy) old-fashioned, gate-style, lift might be intrusive but happily that wasn't the case. Views from my window (at the back of the hotel) were of buildings and the car park with verdant hills in the distance. Reception staff were efficient, smiling, helpful, welcoming and obliging. Well-deserved of its three star rating; decent value (even better if you get a special offer deal) and a very pleasant, convenient place to stay in the centre of Chichester and for access to other parts of West Sussex.

I chose this hotel thanks to a recommendation from Amethyst and a special offer deal, and was very…read moreglad that I did. The location is ideal: within the old city walls and a very short walk from the market cross which marks the town centre. The building itself is part of Chichester history, and has been sympathetically restored. Rooms are decorated boutique-style, in gentle colours with plantation blinds and suede accents, and amenities include a flat-screen TV, drinks tray, and lovely toiletries in the bathroom (which had both shower and bath). As well as the rather grand staircase, there is an old-fashioned lift (the sort with a sliding gate). Staff were really friendly and helpful. Breakfast included a full English along with a buffet of pastries, meat and cheese, cereal and fruit. This was eaten in The Place, a brasserie at lunch- and dinner-times; there is an adjoining bar with open fire.

I visited with some family members as i was over in the UK from my own award winning inn located in…read moreWoodstock Vermont. We had dinner on a quiet Tuesday night as our number 1 choice (The Richmond Arms in West Ashling) was closed, and the food here was very good. I had read a review just recently in the Sunday Times and the place lived up to the review. Good food served by pleasant staff in a pub setting. Our dinner courses were tasty and had a few original touches and the setting was atmospheric.

Like the restaurant inside, the hotel was short staffed. I had to go to the bar, the more said, but…read moreI also needed to wait for them to appear there too. Staff very nice and patient. There was a complainy woman also waiting to check in but she wanted a room nearer the lift and wasn't up for jokes. Room was up in an ancient manual doored lift and along several narrow corridors with occasional stairs. Good job I'm fit. Not a good place if you aren't. I slept very well and the room was lovely. The view was a bit bad but I wasn't there for a view. I'd stay again.

Went there for lunch yesterday. Not impressed. Not an outstanding menu, service desperately slow…read moreand given there were only about 10 in the restaurant and say 8 at the bar, 3-4 people should have coped and been attentive enough but no. Chap at bar was friendly and helpful. No second visit planned, so despite the recent hype I doubt I will witness any possible improvement I forgot to mention the food...well fish and chips, simple, what could possibly go wrong...the fish indeed was excellent but a tempura coating rather than the usual batter...and it was really not particularly nice with a strange aftertaste....chips were ok..double espresso weak

Came down for a get away weekend and wandered into a few pubs around the area…read more The Crown was the only one that the staff and even the landlord and landlady made an effort to simply say hello! It didn't matter if you were regular or new they made you feel welcome. The food was excellent and a very pleasant surprise. I had the Steak and Ale pie and, when it arrived, I was diss appointed at its size. Then I cut into it and realised why!! It was PACKED solid with steak!!! Not a single gap anywhere!! Was a very filling and pleasing meal which was happily put on a tab instantly despite us being strangers. Cannot recommend this place enough.