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The Vestry, Southgate, Chichester -(888) 406-7656
Area: Chichester
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3.8
HOTEL RATING: 
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3.8 out of 5 (1423 Ratings)
6.4 miles West Dean Gardens Chichester
v16 mins driving
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The Spotlight on The Vestry

Lively, character-filled stay in the heart of Chichester

Modern comforts meet historic charm at The Vestry, a centrally located hotel in Chichester. Just 984 feet from the iconic Chichester Cathedral and surrounded by galleries, shops, and restaurants, this hotel is perfect for those who want to be right in the action. With individually styled rooms, some featuring super king-sized beds or corner baths, and a bustling bar downstairs, The Vestry offers a vibrant base for music fans visiting the city.

Why Concert-goers love it

One of the biggest draws is the hotel’s on-site live music every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night until 3am – the party doesn’t have to stop when the concert ends. Being in the city center means you’re an easy walk from local venues as well as late-night food and drink. Just note that if you're planning a quiet early night, the lively bar below might keep the vibe going upstairs – but that’s part of the charm for many music lovers.

Who this Hotel is great for

  • Groups of friends looking for a fun, music-filled weekend
  • Solo travelers catching a bucket-list show
  • Couples wanting to make a weekend of it in a historic city
  • Fans needing a recovery space (with earplugs on hand!)
  • Budget-conscious travelers who want great value in a central location

Food and Drink Options

The Vestry's restaurant and bar are open daily from 10am to 11pm and until 3am on live music nights, making it easy to grab a bite or drink post-show. While there’s no 24/7 room service, the central location puts you within walking distance of late-night eateries. Cooked breakfasts are also available – ideal after a big night out.

Nightlife Options

If you're looking to keep the concert energy going, the on-site bar features live music and a lively crowd on weekends. Beyond that, Chichester’s pubs and bars are just steps away, offering everything from craft pints to chill wine bars.

What People Say

Guests love the central location, friendly staff, and unique character of the rooms. The live music nights are a highlight for many, with a fun and welcoming atmosphere downstairs. The spacious rooms and comfy beds also get plenty of praise.

Areas for Improvement

While the music is a plus for some, others have noted that noise can carry to the rooms on gig nights – light sleepers may want to pack earplugs. There’s also no elevator, so be prepared for stairs (staff are happy to help with bags).

The Bottom Line

If you're in Chichester for the music, The Vestry delivers a central stay with personality, live tunes, and everything you need to keep the good vibes going.
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Free Parking
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Non Smoking
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Free Breakfast
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Swimming Pool
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Business Center
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Other Amenities
` Free Parking
` Bar
` Nightclub/DJ
` Karaoke
` Heating
` On-site parking
` Free Wi-Fi
` Live entertainment
` Daily Housekeeping
` Non-Smoking Rooms Available
` Guests can opt-out of daily cleaning service
` Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
` Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
` First aid kit available
` Cashless payment available
` Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
` Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
` All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
` Food delivery
` CCTV security in common areas
` Daily disinfection
` Luggage storage & lockers
` Non-smoking property
` Physical/social distancing guidelines
` Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas

The Vestry Guest Reviews

Overall Average Score: 
Good (3.8 out of 5)

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4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Shirley Tue, 26 August 2025

Great stay - highly recommended!

Liked: Great location, comfortable room and helpful, very friendly staff. Tasty breakfast included in good price.
Disliked: The only minor problem was the sometimes erratic Wi-Fi.

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Rafael Tue, 26 August 2025

Exceptional

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

George Tue, 26 August 2025

Perfect spot for a mid...

Liked: This was our second stay, so that says something. The rooms are spacious with ample cupboards. The bathroom was also spacious and clean. The Vestry is in the heart of the city and has allocated parking spaces just behind the hotel. We like early nights, so we avoided the music 'til 3am nights - although there are ear-=plugs available! For those who want it there is a wide variety of cooked breakfast available.
Disliked: Because there was no shelf near the bathroom's two-pin shaver socket, we couldn't charge toothbrushes there. The shampoo and shower gel are fixed at standing shower height - so not very convenient for taking a a bath.

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Janet Sun, 24 August 2025

Will definitely go back &...

Liked: Staff were lovely. Room was clean & good decor.
Disliked: Nothing

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Janet Sun, 24 August 2025

Will definitely stay again.

Liked: The room was very big & also so was the bed, good quality bed linen & towels. Very clean. Staff were fabulous.
Disliked: Smoked bacon & Lincolnshire sausage. The rest of breakfast was brilliant.

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Anonymous Sun, 24 August 2025

Great location and friendly staff

Liked: Breakfast was great. We must mention Sam, who was brilliant!
Disliked: Taps constantly dripped, and the toilet could do with replacing

3

Pleasant - 3.0 out of 5

Amir Sun, 24 August 2025

Pleasant

1.5

Poor - 1.5 out of 5

Holly Sat, 23 August 2025

Poor

Liked: Room was very cosy, staff were really nice, very comfy bed
Disliked: We stayed weds to fri for a friend's wedding in the area. We were told about the student night but also told we had a better room because we "wouldn't really be able to hear it" and that rooms 1-3 got the most noise. However, the window in our room didn't really close properly and so Thursday night was absolutely appalling, our room may as well have hosted the DJ. I could hear full conversations happening over the music we had such noise infiltration. And the Earplugs were cheap and did nothing, almost insulting to offer them. We were completely deceived with just how awful that evening was going to be, so disappointed. Especially as our friends were in room 2 and when we went to theirs to see if they had the same issue (as they should, given we were told that was one of the worst rooms) they had a double window that almost fully muted the noise. Totally unacceptable and astonished it costs what it does for a Thurs evening knowing majority of guests will not be able to sleep until after 4am.

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Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Philip Fri, 22 August 2025

We had a lovely time...

Liked: Breakfast was good
Disliked: Plain yogurts for breakfast

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Anonymous Fri, 22 August 2025

Exceptional

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