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Hotel · Blackpool · Lancashire

The Blackpool

A 3-star stay in Blackpool Centre, seven minutes on foot from the Winter Gardens and a 19-minute walk from North Pier.

  • Free Wi-Fi throughout
  • On-site restaurant and shop
  • Public parking available nearby
7.6 good 875 reviews Booking.com 7.6 · 875 reviews

About

The Blackpool

The Blackpool sits on Albert Road, in the heart of Blackpool Centre. The Winter Gardens conference centre is seven minutes away on foot, North Pier is a 19-minute walk, and Houndshill Shopping Centre is right by the hotel. It is a straightforward, practical base for exploring the town's piers, bars, and shops.

Rooms are recently refurbished in a modern style, with flat-screen TVs, tea and coffee facilities, and private bathrooms. The hotel runs a restaurant and a small shop, and public parking is available nearby. Check-in runs from 15:00 to 20:00, and check-out is between 05:00 and 10:00.

  • Wi-Fi
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities
  • Free toiletries
  • Electric kettle

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Central location — The hotel is a short walk from the Winter Gardens, North Pier, and Houndshill Shopping Centre, with bars and restaurants nearby.
  • Friendly and helpful staff — Guests highlight the consistently polite and attentive team, who also offer good local recommendations.
  • Modern, clean rooms — Recently refurbished rooms come with flat-screen TVs, tea and coffee facilities, and private bathrooms with new showers.
  • Good value — Prices start at £120 per night, and guests feel the quality and location justify the rate.

Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • Limited check-in window — Check-in is only between 15:00 and 20:00, so late arrivals need to plan ahead.
  • Vegan breakfast not always available — One guest was told a pre-arranged vegan breakfast was not possible upon arrival.
  • No pets allowed — Pets are not permitted at this property.
  • Parking may be off-site — Public parking is available nearby rather than on-site.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Triple Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Heating

Deluxe Family Room

  • 2 Double beds
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Heating

Standard Double Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Heating

Deluxe Triple Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Heating

Standard Twin Room

  • 2 Single beds
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Heating

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

In-room

  • Wi-Fi
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities
  • Electric kettle
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Carpeted floor

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower

Food & Drink

  • Restaurant
  • Shop

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

7.6
good 875 reviews

Guest-rated 7.6/10 from 875 reviews

Booking.com · 7.6 · 875 reviews
7.6Verified guest

“Quiet and friendly, with a modern twin room featuring a new shower. Staff stayed polite all day, and the location couldn't be better for shops, piers, bars, and the Winter Gardens.”

7.6Verified guest

“The location was fine, but we'd arranged a vegan breakfast in advance over the phone and were told it wasn't possible when we arrived.”

7.6Verified guest

“Great value, superb location, and nice staff. Beds were adequate.”

7.6Verified guest

“Tidy, compact, and well-decorated. Fine for an overnight stay, and the location is great for getting around Blackpool—just off the alley and close to town-centre bars and restaurants.”

7.6Verified guest

“The room was clean and had its own bathroom.”

7.6Verified guest

“Very friendly staff who tried to sort out problems straight away.”

04 — Location

Getting around Blackpool

The property sits in Blackpool.

Local attractions: North Pier is a 19-minute walk away, and the Winter Gardens Conference Centre is just 7 minutes on foot. Houndshill Shopping Centre is right next to the hotel.

Transport: Blackpool Airport is about 10 km away. The hotel is easy to reach by car, with public parking available nearby.

58-62 Albert Road, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY14PR, United Kingdom

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 15:00-20:00
Check-out
By 05:00-10:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
27 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What time is check-in at The Blackpool?

Check-in is from 15:00 to 20:00. Late arrivals should contact the hotel, as check-in closes at 20:00.

What time is check-out?

Check-out is between 05:00 and 10:00.

Does The Blackpool have parking?

There is no on-site parking, but public parking is available nearby. The exact location and cost are not specified in our data.

Are pets allowed at The Blackpool?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What amenities are in the rooms?

Rooms include free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee facilities, an electric kettle, ironing facilities, and free toiletries. All rooms have a private bathroom with a shower.

Is there a restaurant on site?

The hotel has its own restaurant, and breakfast is available. Guests have praised the breakfast quality, though vegan options may not always be available—one guest was told a pre-arranged vegan breakfast was not possible on arrival.

What is the location like?

The Blackpool is in Blackpool Centre, 7 minutes on foot from the Winter Gardens Conference Centre and a 19-minute walk from North Pier. Houndshill Shopping Centre is right by the hotel.

The bottom line

For a central, no-fuss stay in Blackpool, The Blackpool delivers clean, modern rooms and a genuinely helpful team at a fair price. It is not a luxury property, but it is a reliable choice for a short break or business trip.

7.6Honest, central, and good value for a short stay.

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