“This stunning Grade II listed hotel sits just outside the village of Frankby in the heart of the Wirral peninsula. The interiors boast oak panelled walls, chandeliers, original fireplaces, and granite bathrooms. There are two fine dining restaurants, an elegant bar, and beautiful grounds. Charming.”

Recommended for

  • Weddings

    • The estate is overflowing with historic architecture and everlasting photo opportunities, making it ideal for your special day
  • Romantic Break

    • Enjoy dining at the cellar restaurant, an intimate, low-lit space with wine cabinets, and a pianist playing in the corner
  • Total relaxation

    • Let yourself drift away in a haven of pure tranquillity and sheer luxury at the on-site spa
  • Golf

    • The Wirral has a wide variety of golf courses, including the world famous Link course, Royal Liverpool Golf Club in Hoylake
  • Sailing

    • It's a short drive to West Kirby where Wirral Watersports Centre offers sailing courses and boat trips
  • Wildlife Area

    • The hotel is close to Frankby Mere, a wetland where you will see butterflies and dragonflies in summer
  • Good wine list

    • With over 600 authentic, artisan wines, Hillbark Hotel & Spa offers an eclectic selection
  • Great walks

    • The Wirral Peninsula is a wonderful area for walking, surrounded on three sides by water
  • Museums

    • Fans of the Fab Four will love visiting The Beatles Story Museum, a 20-minute drive away
  • Cycling

    • The scenic Route 56 takes cyclists from historic Chester to lively Liverpool
  • Restaurant

    • There are two restaurants offering a variety of global cuisine and beverage
  • Views

    • Several rooms have views to the Dee estuary and Welsh mountains
  • Child friendly

    • All ages are welcome. There is a kids menu in the restaurant
  • Beach nearby

    • It's a 10-minute drive to Thurstaston beach
  • Family Suites

    • One room has a double and two twin beds
  • Full of character

  • Opulent

  • Quiet

  • Romantic

  • Four poster beds

  • Luxury

  • Charming

  • Village

  • Gym

  • Historic

  • Spa

Facilities

  • Rooms

    17 rooms in this hotel
  • Good wine list

    With over 600 authentic, artisan wines, Hillbark Hotel & Spa offers an eclectic selection
  • Private dining room

    The Krug Room is the perfect location for private meeting or dinner for up to 16 people
  • Restaurant

    There are two restaurants offering a variety of global cuisine and beverage
  • Views

    Several rooms have views to the Dee estuary and Welsh mountains
  • Child friendly

    All ages are welcome. There is a kids menu in the restaurant
  • Family Suites

    One room has a double and two twin beds
  • Parking

    Free on-site parking is available
  • No pets

  • Massage

  • Meeting Room

  • Laundry

  • Fireplace

  • Wifi

  • Bar

  • Four poster beds

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • Suites

  • Room service

  • Gym

  • Garden

  • Spa

Activities

  • Golf

    • The Wirral has a wide variety of golf courses, including the world famous Link course, Royal Liverpool Golf Club in Hoylake
  • Sailing

    • It's a short drive to West Kirby where Wirral Watersports Centre offers sailing courses and boat trips
  • Wildlife Area

    • The hotel is close to Frankby Mere, a wetland where you will see butterflies and dragonflies in summer
  • Great walks

    • The Wirral Peninsula is a wonderful area for walking, surrounded on three sides by water
  • Museums

    • Fans of the Fab Four will love visiting The Beatles Story Museum, a 20-minute drive away
  • Cycling

    • The scenic Route 56 takes cyclists from historic Chester to lively Liverpool

Map & Location

Other reviews

Hillbark Hotel & Spa Royden Park, Wirral, England

Hillbark is a well-kept secret, even for locals in Cheshire – surprising, given the beauty of the building (a fine Victorian recreation of a medieval manor house), the attractive location (in a green and leafy part of the Wirral), and the high standard of the restaurant food.

Originally published by Suzanne King, The Telegraph

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