Welcome to The Reserve
An unforgettable spring getaway that helps protect the wild world.
Stay in a cosy lodge, designed to reflect the warm colours, textures and natural beauty of the African savannah, as the natural world around you awakens for Spring.
Enjoy a peaceful morning coffee as giraffes wander just a few steps away, or take in the fresh spring air overlooking our picturesque lake.
Go behind the scenes for exclusive wildlife experiences with our expert team of conservationists and discover the incredible work happening right here at the zoo.
As the evening draws in, join us for a relaxed sundowner on the terrace before dining from our specially curated seasonal menu in our restaurant.
Fall asleep knowing your spring escape is directly funding our conservation work at home and abroad, helping nature not just survive, but thrive.
Experience the extraordinary
Create memories that last a lifetime whilst helping protect our wonderful wild world
Each lodge has a spacious living and sleeping area with a balcony. Some balconies even have a bath for an end of day soak.
Get up close, and create magical memories
Pick from our bespoke experience packages that bring you closer than ever to the incredible animals of the African savannah - with the chance to see the amazing work our expert team does behind the scenes at Chester Zoo. Then pair your adventure with a luxury lodge of your choice.
Your stay helps protect our wonderful, wild world
Conservation is at the heart of everything we do at Chester Zoo. Your stay helps wildlife survive and thrive. Every visit to The Reserve funds our groundbreaking conservation work both in Africa and in key regions around the world. From scientific breakthroughs which helped save the black rhino, through to the innovative use of AI to protect giraffes and pangolins in Uganda, our conservation team work tirelessly to help prevent extinction.
Stunning lodges to make every stay special
Wake up overlooking a private savannah-inspired landscape, with giraffes and other species grazing just a few feet away, or watch wildlife make our private lake their home, whilst getting ready to feast in our stylish restaurant. Then match your lodge with your choice of 3 experience packages. We promise you'll never want to leave.
Contact us
For any further questions about The Reserve please contact our friendly Reservations team, who will be happy to assist with your query.
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FAQs
Bookings can be made directly using the BOOK NOW button on the website or by contacting our Reservations Team on +44 1244 561070.
If you have any questions or need more information you can also email our team on reservations@thereservechesterzoo.com