Name: The Vestry
Address: Southgate, Chichester, West Sussex
Price range: US$65+
Rating: 7.8

The Vestry Hotel Chichester Exterior photo

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Key details

About the Hotel

Southgate, Chichester

Close to Chichester City Centre

Very good

7.9

8.2

/10

3.9

Loved by The Vestry guests

Charming atmosphere

Perfect service

Elegant rooms

Central location

Good breakfast

The Vestry - A lively bar and hotel with modern rooms near Chichester's city center

The Vestry offers 11 stylishly appointed rooms, each with a private modern bathroom, TV, and tea/coffee facilities. Double rooms include comfortable super-king beds, HD televisions, en-suite corner baths, and complimentary Wi-Fi. A cooked breakfast is served each morning at The Vestry, located a 5-minute walk from the Tudor Market Cross and 300 metres from Pallant House Art Gallery. The hotel features a lively bar and restaurant open until 12:00 daily (2:00 AM on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday), with live music and weekly karaoke nights. Guests enjoy 2-for-£10 cocktails from a bespoke menu, while lunch and dinner menus offer traditional home-cooked meals. Pay-and-display parking is available nearby at GBP 8 per day.

Pros

The Vestry boasts a vibrant bar with live DJs, weekly karaoke, and bottomless brunches.

Rooms include modern comforts such as HD televisions, en-suite baths, and free Wi-Fi.

Located within walking distance of Chichester Festival Theatre and West Wittering Beach.

Offers 2-for-£10 cocktail deals daily.

Select your room type

The Vestry offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Double Room
2 persons
15 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Bathtub
Heating
room details
Double Room
2 persons
15 sq. feet
1 Double bed
Bathtub
Heating
room details
Twin Room
2 persons
15 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Bathtub
Heating
room details

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Facilities

The Vestry offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Facilities: Great

8.1/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Parking
No pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage

Services

Housekeeping

Dining

Bar/ Lounge area

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Karaoke
Live entertainment
Night club

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

The Vestry Location

Southgate, Chichester

Map view

City landmarks

Theatre

Chichester Festival Theatre

3800 ft

Landmark

Fishbourne Roman Palace

1.3 mi

Park

Priory Park

2300 ft

Landmark

Candida Stevens Gallery

2500 ft

Landmark

Drapers Yard Market and Studios

2100 ft

Landmark

Chichester HarSPA

2200 ft

Landmark

South Downs Planetarium

2400 ft

Landmark

Otter Gallery

4100 ft

Landmark

Peckham Lake

1.2 mi

Landmark

Chichester Canal

1.5 mi

Landmark

Copse Lake

1.3 mi

Landmark

Vinnetrow Lake

1.3 mi

Landmark

Goodwood Breakfast Club

1.9 mi

Landmark

Chichester harbour

1.8 mi

Harbour

Dell Quay

1.8 mi

Gallery

Merston Gallery

2.0 mi

Nearby

Church

Chichester Cathedral

1200 ft

Planetarium

South Downs Planetarium and Science Centre

1600 ft

Museum

The Novium

1900 ft

Gallery

Pallant House Gallery

1000 ft

South Street

Chichester City Walls

1900 ft

5 East Street

Chichester's Market Cross

1300 ft

Garden

Bishop's Palace Gardens

1700 ft

Gallery

Oxmarket Centre of Arts

1300 ft

Square

Chichester City Centre

1000 ft

Chichester

2000 ft

Park

Medmerry Park

2500 ft

Church

Church Of St Pancras

2000 ft

Mall

Chichester Gate

1800 ft

Restaurants

The Pass Street Food Cafe

26 Deanery Farm Lane

Shake-A-Delic Dessert Bar

700 ft

1 Christ Church Buildings 30b Southgate

Stavros

300 ft

Southgate 3 Southdown Buildings

The Dolphin & Anchor

1600 ft

9 West Street

The Snug Coffee House

1300 ft

9 Stockbridge Road

The Serious Sandwich

1700 ft

5 Baffins Court Baffins Lane Next to Whitbys Photo Imaging

The Lunch Box

1600 ft

3 6 Cooper Street

Caffe Nero

1800 ft

70 North Street

Greggs

1600 ft

25 North Street

West Cornwall Pasty Company

1800 ft

27 North Street

Explore Chichester

Experience Southgate

Chichester Cathedral

5 minutes' walk

Gothic architecture, stunning stained glass, and a peaceful atmosphere make this iconic landmark a must-see.

Priory Park

9 minutes' walk

A lush green space featuring a playground, tennis courts, and tranquil gardens perfect for a family day out.

The Novium

7 minutes' walk

Local history and archaeology exhibits in a stunning contemporary building, with interactive displays for all ages.

Chichester HarSPA

10 minutes' walk

Relaxing spa services including massages and facials. Perfect for unwinding after a busy day.

Cycle the Chichester Canal

25 minutes' walk

Scenic cycling along the canal with bike rentals available nearby. Great for adventure seekers.

The Pass Street Food Cafe

1 minute' walk

Casual eatery with an array of delicious street food options and a relaxed atmosphere. Ideal for quick meals.

The Dolphin & Anchor

6 minutes' walk

Traditional pub fare with a lively vibe. Known for hearty meals and local ales; reservations recommended.

Chichester Festival Theatre

10 minutes' drive

Renowned for its high-quality productions and vibrant atmosphere, catering to theatre lovers of all ages.

The Snug Coffee House

5 minutes' walk

Cozy spot for live music and cultural events in a relaxed setting. Great for coffee lovers and socializers.

Getting around

City Centre
Chichester 5 min · 1400 ft
Airports
Southampton (SOU) 79 min · 32.5 mi
London Gatwick (LGW) 107 min · 44.0 mi
Train
Chichester Train Station 3 min · 700 ft
Bus
Bus stop 3 min · 700 ft

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-22:00

Check-out

until 11 am

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.

Breakfast

You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP 0.1 per person.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Number of rooms:

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Vestry from previous guests about their experience.

Review summary

Based on recent reviews

Guests consistently praise the hotel's convenient location in the heart of Chichester, near the high street, train station and cathedral. The rooms are often described as spacious, with particularly comfortable and huge beds, plus ample tea and coffee. The breakfast is a highlight for many, with a wide variety of options, including a veggie full English. Some guests have noted that the live music from the bar downstairs can be quite loud and go on late, though earplugs are provided.

Review score

Based on 4 verified reviews

7.8 /10

Very good

100%

Recommend

Staff

9.2/10

Location

9.0/10

Free Wi-Fi

7.6/10

Value for money

8.0/10

Pros

Friendly staff

Free parking

Good breakfast

Central position

Nice room

Cons

Extremely noisy

Dirty carpet

Loud voices

No extractor fan

Steve from United Kingdom

Business traveller

Deluxe Double Room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: December 04, 2025

9.0/10

wow what a fantastic hotel!

central location delicious breakfast super clean room friendly staff

the location is superb placing you right in the heart of everything the breakfast was a delight it had so many options i appreciated the freshly baked pastries and the variety of fruits available the room was super clean and spacious with a very comfy bed i also found the staff friendly and helpful they were always available to answer questions or provide recommendations. i had a great time and will recommend it for sure.

i noticed a tiny scratch on the bathroom mirror that was a little out of place

Location

9/10

the hotel is near the town centre and bus station making it very easy to get around the area the train station is within walking distance as well it is very well-connected.

Facilities

9/10

breakfast included several choices such as eggs benedict and quality sausages parking is available for free which is a significant bonus i saw a space for each room a lift gives access to the upper floors.

Service

10/10

the staff members are attentive and cute they were also very helpful when i needed directions they were available to answer any questions about the hotel every request was addressed quickly and effectively.

Rooms

8/10

the rooms are well sized and include clean towels i found earplugs on the bedside tables a thoughtful touch the bathroom was spacious with a heated towel rail that was very much appreciated after a shower.

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Bert from Germany

Single

Double Room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: February 05, 2026

7/10

a fair enough stay

big bed breakfast options loud music faulty card

my room was nice. i had a big bed, so sleeping there was fine. the breakfast was good, specially they had many options for breakfasts. i appreciate that.

the music was really loud in the pub below. it went on late, and that means, it was difficult for me to sleep. also, my key cards stopped work, so i had to get them fixed.

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Christina from United Kingdom

Single

deluxe double room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: December 09, 2025

8/10

fresh food big room stocked hospitality tray

The breakfast included fresh food and good selection. the room was big and the bathroom was spacious. a well stocked hospitality tray was in my room. It was a nice touch.

the carpet in the room was dirty.

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amelia from united kingdom

Single

double room

3 nights in June 2026

Reviewed: September 13, 2025

7/10

adequate stay with some drawbacks

room size spacious bathroom good breakfast high noise noise level bedside earplugs

I found the room quite spacious with a good bathroom including a shower. breakfast really impressed me. It was really good. the rooms were very clean, a real plus!

the noise levels in the evening were high. it was unbelievably noisy tuesday to friday. ear plugs were left on the bedside table, which should have been a warning!

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