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4 Smart Luxury Hotels Near Chase Golf Club Worth Booking

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4 Smart Luxury Hotels Near Chase Golf Club Worth Booking

Comparing the best luxury hotels near Chase Golf Club in Penkridge. Real distances, booking tips, and what each property actually delivers.

4 Smart Luxury Hotels Near Chase Golf Club Worth Booking

Chase Golf Club sits within the Staffordshire countryside near Penkridge, drawing golfers and leisure travellers who want access to the course without committing to a long daily commute. The surrounding area is semi-rural, with Stafford to the north and Cannock to the south providing most of the accommodation stock. Choosing the right base means balancing proximity to the course with the calibre of room, dining, and facilities that a golf trip or countryside break demands.

What It's Like Staying Near Chase Golf Club

The area around Chase Golf Club is defined by open Staffordshire countryside, with no dense urban core within walking distance of the course itself. Accommodation options cluster along the M6 corridor - particularly around Cannock, Gailey, Stafford, and Acton Trussell - meaning guests will rely on a car for virtually every journey. Most hotels sit within a 15-minute drive of the course, which is the realistic access standard here rather than walking distance. This suits golfers with early tee times who want a swift, uncomplicated drive to the first tee, and it also suits those combining a round with broader Staffordshire sightseeing.

Pros:

  • Quiet, low-traffic rural surroundings with no urban noise interference at nearby properties
  • Straightforward M6 access from most accommodation options makes arrival and departure simple
  • Strong mix of countryside inns, canal-side manor houses, and contemporary hotels within a short drive

Cons:

  • No walkable hotel options directly adjacent to the course - a car is non-negotiable
  • Limited late-night dining or entertainment infrastructure in the immediate Penkridge area
  • Rural road conditions after dark can be an inconvenience for unfamiliar drivers

Why Choose Luxury Hotels Near Chase Golf Club

Luxury accommodation near Chase Golf Club offers something the budget tier simply cannot match in this particular setting: dining quality, room finish, and atmosphere that complement a countryside golf trip rather than just providing a bed. In this area, luxury properties tend to be manor houses or upscale coaching inns rather than city-centre five-star towers, which means guests benefit from character and space alongside four-star facilities. Room sizes at premium properties here are noticeably larger than equivalent city-centre luxury options, often with lounge seating areas included as standard. The trade-off is that spa and leisure facilities are not universal at this level, so specific amenity requirements should be checked before booking.

Pros:

  • AA-rosette and award-winning dining on-site removes the need to drive out for quality evening meals
  • Historic and character-rich buildings provide an atmosphere specific to Staffordshire's countryside stock
  • Higher room quality and en-suite finish genuinely justify the premium over standard roadside options nearby

Cons:

  • Luxury options in this rural corridor are spread across multiple villages, requiring a deliberate choice of base
  • Some premium properties lack on-site leisure or pool facilities common in urban luxury hotels
  • Weekend rates at the best-positioned properties can be around 30% higher than weekday stays

Practical Booking & Area Strategy

For the closest practical access to Chase Golf Club, properties along the A449 corridor - connecting Penkridge to Gailey and Cannock - provide the most direct road link to the course. Gailey roundabout, where the A5 meets the A449, is a key orientation point: hotels within 5 minutes of this junction offer genuinely fast tee-time access without motorway complexity. Stafford town centre, around 10 minutes north via the A449, opens up a wider selection of upscale accommodation including historic coaching inns on the high street. Booking at least 4 weeks ahead is advisable for weekend stays during the summer golf season, as the better-reviewed properties in this corridor fill quickly for Saturday-night stays. Beyond golf, the Worcestershire and Staffordshire Canal towpath, Stafford Castle, and Cannock Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty are all within easy reach, making a 2-night stay a practical minimum to combine golf with at least one additional activity. Cannock Chase itself, one of the UK's smallest AONBs, is under 20 minutes from most properties listed here and adds significant leisure value to any stay.

Best Value Luxury Stays

These properties deliver strong four-star credentials and genuine character at a price point accessible to most golf-trip budgets, without compromising on dining quality or room finish.

  • 8.6 Fabulous
    645 reviews
    The Moat House The Moat House The Moat House The Moat House The Moat House

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    The Moat House in Acton Trussell is approximately 10 minutes by car from Chase Golf Club, making it one of the most atmospheric and logistically sound bases for the course. This 15th-century Grade II listed manor house sits directly alongside the Worcestershire and Staffordshire Canal, with rooms featuring luxury furnishings, private en-suite bathrooms, and free Wi-Fi throughout. The on-site restaurant holds 2 AA rosettes, offering à la carte and lunch menus alongside canal and countryside views from a glass conservatory - a meaningful differentiator for evening meals after a round. The informal Brasserie Bar retains 14th-century beams and log fires, providing a genuinely characterful alternative to the main dining room. Stafford Rail Station is just 10 minutes' drive, which matters for any guests arriving without a car or planning a day trip into Birmingham.

    • 2 AA Rosette restaurant with à la carte menu and canal views
    • Free parking on-site with direct canal towpath access
    • Log fire Brasserie Bar with lakeside picnic tables

    Just a few rooms left at the best rate! 

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    US$ 120

  • 8.5 Fabulous
    1086 reviews
    Spread Eagle, Gailey By Marston'S Inns Spread Eagle, Gailey By Marston'S Inns Spread Eagle, Gailey By Marston'S Inns Spread Eagle, Gailey By Marston'S Inns Spread Eagle, Gailey By Marston'S Inns

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    Spread Eagle, Gailey sits at the Gailey roundabout junction of the A5 and A449, placing it within around 5 minutes' drive of Chase Golf Club - the closest positioned property in this selection for early morning tee times. Rooms include free Wi-Fi, private bathrooms with bath or shower, desk, TV, and tea and coffee facilities, covering all functional needs for a golf stay without unnecessary extras. The on-site bar and Full English, vegetarian, or vegan breakfast options mean guests can fuel up before a round without leaving the property. Free private parking is available, and the M6 junction is immediately accessible, which is useful for groups driving in from Birmingham or further north. It is the most practically positioned option for golfers prioritising course access above atmosphere or fine dining.

    • Located at Gailey roundabout - approximately 5 minutes from Chase Golf Club by car
    • Full English, vegetarian, and vegan breakfast available on-site
    • Free private parking with direct M6 motorway access

    Just a few rooms left at the best rate! 

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    US$ 69

Best Premium Luxury Stays

These properties offer a higher-specification experience with strong brand infrastructure, upscale dining, and facilities suited to both golf trips and corporate or leisure breaks in the Staffordshire corridor.

  • 8.5 Fabulous
    1404 reviews
    The Swan Hotel, Stafford, Staffordshire - The Coaching Inn Group The Swan Hotel, Stafford, Staffordshire - The Coaching Inn Group The Swan Hotel, Stafford, Staffordshire - The Coaching Inn Group The Swan Hotel, Stafford, Staffordshire - The Coaching Inn Group The Swan Hotel, Stafford, Staffordshire - The Coaching Inn Group

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    The Swan Hotel Stafford is based in Stafford town centre, around 15 minutes by car from Chase Golf Club, and brings a genuine coaching inn character to the luxury tier with its historic building, exposed beams, and award-winning brasserie. Rooms are set within a period building and feature plasma-screen TVs, private modern bathrooms, tea and coffee facilities, and free Wi-Fi - maintaining a contemporary standard within a heritage context. The Brasserie serves modern British cuisine using local produce alongside fine wines, while Bar Swan adds a courtyard terrace and cocktail lounge for evening use after a round. Stafford Castle is just 1.5 miles away, giving the stay a cultural dimension beyond golf. Free on-site parking and a 10-minute drive to the M6 keep logistics uncomplicated for arriving and departing guests.

    • Award-winning brasserie with locally sourced British menu and courtyard terrace
    • Historic coaching inn rooms with plasma TVs and private modern bathrooms
    • Free on-site parking in Stafford town centre

    Hurry – almost gone at this price! 

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    US$ 92

  • 7.4 Good
    820 reviews
    Holiday Inn Birmingham North - Cannock By Ihg Holiday Inn Birmingham North - Cannock By Ihg Holiday Inn Birmingham North - Cannock By Ihg Holiday Inn Birmingham North - Cannock By Ihg Holiday Inn Birmingham North - Cannock By Ihg

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    Holiday Inn Birmingham North - Cannock is positioned near the M6 in Cannock, approximately 15 minutes south of Chase Golf Club, and provides the most comprehensive business and group facilities of all properties in this selection. Contemporary rooms include air conditioning and LCD TVs, and the recently renovated open lobby and bar give the property a notably fresh interior compared to older roadside IHG stock. The 12th-floor Sky Room conference suite offers 360° views and capacity for up to 100 guests, while the Plas Des Legende suite handles events for up to 200 - relevant for golf societies or corporate days combining the course with a post-round function. Free parking and 24-hour front desk cover the practical needs of groups arriving at varied times. Birmingham city centre is reachable in around 30 minutes by car, extending the property's usefulness for those mixing golf with a city visit.

    • 12th-floor Sky Room with 360° views for up to 100 guests
    • Air-conditioned contemporary rooms with free parking and 24-hour reception
    • On-site restaurant and bar with room service available

    Rooms filling fast – secure the best rate! 

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    US$ 94

Smart Travel & Timing Advice for Chase Golf Club Stays

Chase Golf Club and the surrounding Staffordshire countryside experience their busiest accommodation periods from late April through September, when longer daylight hours make weekend golf packages most appealing and room rates at the better properties climb accordingly. July and August weekends book out fastest at manor-style properties like The Moat House, where canal-side rooms in summer are in consistent demand from both golfers and leisure travellers exploring the Staffordshire waterways. Midweek stays - Tuesday through Thursday - offer the best combination of course availability and lower room rates, often with more flexibility on late check-out requests. For Cannock Chase and countryside walking combined with golf, late September and October deliver quieter roads and noticeably lower prices without meaningfully worse weather. A 2-night stay is the practical minimum to fit in a full round, an evening meal at a quality on-site restaurant, and any secondary activity in the area. Booking 6 weeks ahead for a Saturday night in summer is the reliable threshold - inside that window, the best rooms at The Swan and The Moat House tend to be gone or priced at peak rates.

  • What It's Like Staying Near Chase Golf Club
  • Why Choose Luxury Hotels Near Chase Golf Club
  • Practical Booking & Area Strategy
  • Best Value Luxury Stays

    • 1. The Moat House
    • 2. Spread Eagle, Gailey By Marston'S Inns
  • Best Premium Luxury Stays

    • 3. The Swan Hotel, Stafford, Staffordshire - The Coaching Inn Group
    • 4. Holiday Inn Birmingham North - Cannock By Ihg
  • Smart Travel & Timing Advice for Chase Golf Club Stays
Hotels featured in this article
1. The Moat House
2. Spread Eagle, Gailey By Marston'S Inns
3. The Swan Hotel, Stafford, Staffordshire - The Coaching Inn Group
4. Holiday Inn Birmingham North - Cannock By Ihg
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