Gladstone's Library -

About Us

Uniquely, this Grade 1 listed building offers charming accommodation to visitors, whether using the Library’s amazing collections (the catalogue can be viewed online through the website), attending an event, or just visiting. This very special place offers a rare experience. Comfortable space to help you work, relax and unwind, away from the pressures of everyday living.

Guide Prices

Number of Rooms / Units: 27

Room / Unit Type	Room / Unit Tariff*
Suite	£131.00 per room (breakfast included)
Double en-suite	£105.00 per room (breakfast included)
Double standard	£95.00 per room (breakfast included)
Single en-suite	£81.00 per room (breakfast included)
Single standard	£69.00 per room (breakfast included)
Twin en-suite	£105.00 per room (breakfast included)
Twin standard	£95.00 per room (breakfast included)

** Continental Breakfast included

Opening Times

2021 (1 Jan 2021 - 31 Dec 2021)

Gradings

4 AA Stars

Directions

Road Directions

Gladstone’s Library is in the centre of Hawarden Flintshire.From the M6, come off at junction 20, signposted M56 to North Wales & Queensferry.Continue on the M56 which eventually becomes the A494. Branch left at sign for Queensferry. At the roundabout take the 2nd exit on to the A550. At the top of the hill turn immediately left into Church Lane and Gladstone’s Library is at the end of the lane on the left

Public Transport Directions

Gladstone's Library is easily accessible by road and rail, six miles from Chester where there are regular train connections to London and other UK cities. Both Liverpool and Manchester airports are within easy reach.The Wrexham-Bidston rail service is operated by Arriva Trains Wales and calls at Hawarden. However, most people will probably find it more convenient to travel by train to Chester. There is a regular bus service from Chester railway station to Hawarden. Arriva bus numbers 4 and X44 run from the train station to Hawarden (destination Mold). Details of these services are available on the Arriva website arrivabus.co.uk. Buses no 11 also runs to Hawarden from Chester city centre.

TripAdvisor

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

243 reviews

Travelers Choice 2020

Service
Value
Cleanliness
Location

Excellent
177
Very Good
44
Average
13
Poor
8
Terrible
1

Recent Reviews:

dizzy33Derby_England
Derby, England
Lovely, relaxing stay
Saturday, 14th March 2020
We stayed for one night and had a fabulous time, perfect de-stress weekend. Our room was perfectly adequate - nice en-suite with a walk-in shower, plenty of hot water, toiletries provided. There were... Read full review
Marie R
Leeds, United Kingdom
Very disappointed - Be sure of why you want to visit
Saturday, 14th March 2020
I have had this short stay booked for over a year to what is described as boutique hotel built around the former Gladstone's Library. I had really looked forward to this but ultimately was... Read full review
catherineW7438KI
Trip Type:
Family
Afternoon tea
Wednesday, 18th March 2020
We visited for afternoon tea on Saturday the 14th of March. While we love the library restaurant and the unique atmosphere it provides, we felt as though this experience did not live up to our... Read full review