Chester, CA

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Lake Almanor from Chester. Got a little lost on my way from Susanville to Burney and ended up at this gorgeous Lake Almanor.  Sometimes it’s good to get lost.
Lake Almanor from Chester. Got a little lost on my way from Susanville to Burney and ended up at this gorgeous Lake Almanor.  Sometimes it’s good to get lost.
This place sells some first rate vehicles...
Very cute little Old West town I am looking forward to exploring when I go there on purpose not because my GPS goes on the fritz...
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Where to stay in Chester

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Lake Almanor West

You might make a stop by Lake Almanor while you're exploring Lake Almanor West.

Lake Almanor West
Best Western Rose Quartz Inn

Best Western Rose Quartz Inn

2.5 out of 5
306 Main Street Chester CA
The price is NT$4,806 per night from Mar 12 to Mar 13
NT$4,806
NT$5,382 total
Mar 12 - Mar 13
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Chester. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (916 reviews)
Everything was wonderful EXCEPT: my car was covered with resin droplets from trees near the parking area for cars. Had to scrub off by hand. If we'd only been told of this we'd have parked away from the trees. No bueno.

Reviewed on 2025/12/16

Best Western Rose Quartz Inn
The Bidwell House

The Bidwell House

3.5 out of 5
#1 Main Street Chester CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly B&B in Chester. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (709 reviews)
The location and grounds are wonderful. The owners and help equally wonderful. Loved our room on the end. Very quiet. Homemade breakfast delicious.

Reviewed on 2025/10/8

The Bidwell House
Cozy Chester Home w/ Patio & Lake Access!

Cozy Chester Home w/ Patio & Lake Access!

3 out of 5
Chester CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly cottage in Chester. Enjoy free parking, a marina, and a garden. Popular attractions Lake Almanor and Collins Pine Museum ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Beautiful family cabin with a view of Lake Almanor. We enjoyed watching the colorful sunsets over the lake while sitting on the deck. Spacious, clean and well appointed with all the kitchen items you'd need. The cabin is in a quiet area, not far from Chester and easy access to the lake. We loved ...

Reviewed on 2025/8/24

Cozy Chester Home w/ Patio & Lake Access!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Cozy Chester Home w/ Patio & Lake Access!

Cozy Chester Home w/ Patio & Lake Access!

3 out of 5
Chester CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly cottage in Chester. Enjoy free parking, a marina, and a garden. Popular attractions Lake Almanor and Collins Pine Museum ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Beautiful family cabin with a view of Lake Almanor. We enjoyed watching the colorful sunsets over the lake while sitting on the deck. Spacious, clean and well appointed with all the kitchen items you'd need. The cabin is in a quiet area, not far from Chester and easy access to the lake. We loved ...

Reviewed on 2025/8/24

Cozy Chester Home w/ Patio & Lake Access!
Base Camp Lassen Home 13 Mi to Volcanic Nat'l Park

Base Camp Lassen Home 13 Mi to Volcanic Nat'l Park

3 out of 5
Shingletown CA
Stay at this cottage in Shingletown. Enjoy free parking, patios, and in-room fireplaces.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Everything went well. Great response, checked in early, house well maintained and enjoyed Lassen while there.

Reviewed on 2025/8/12

Base Camp Lassen Home 13 Mi to Volcanic Nat'l Park
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Chester

3.9
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
11
5 - Excellent 30%
4 - Good
17
4 - Good 46%
3 - Okay
5
3 - Okay 14%
2 - Disappointing
4
2 - Disappointing 11%
1 - Terrible
0
1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Chester is a small recreational town easy to navigate with children.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Chester is a nice community settled in beautiful surroundings.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Cute little town with friendly people.

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

Unless you go out on the peninsula, the best place for dinner is The Happy Garden.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

We picked the best place to stay to visit Lassen National Park

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Healthy food options somewhat limited.

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