Hotels in Blackpool

Where to Stay in Blackpool

• The centre and Central Promenade: walking distance to Blackpool Tower, Central Pier and the shopping streets; the most practical choice for a first visit.
• South Shore: around Pleasure Beach and South Pier; for families visiting the amusement park.
• North Shore: quieter, with a wide promenade and North Pier; for a calmer stay.

Types of Accommodation

Blackpool is famous for its guest houses and B&Bs, most of them family-run with breakfast included. Larger hotels line the seafront, and there are caravan and holiday parks as well. Sea-view rooms are usually a separate room type and fill quickly at weekends and in the school holidays.

When to Go

Summer is the liveliest season for the beach and amusements. From late summer into the winter, the Blackpool Illuminations light up the promenade and are one of the town’s most popular events. Spring and autumn offer a quieter and often better-value visit.

Getting There

The nearest major airports are Manchester and Liverpool John Lennon. For a private transfer to your hotel, see Manchester Airport to Blackpool transfer and Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Blackpool transfer. Trains reach Blackpool North via Preston, and the tramway along the seafront makes it easy to travel from one end of the promenade to the other.

Things to Do

Blackpool Tower and its ballroom, Pleasure Beach, the three piers, the Sandcastle Waterpark and walks along the promenade are the classic experiences. To explore other UK seaside towns, see our pages for Scarborough and Bournemouth.

Who Is It For?

Blackpool suits families looking for amusements and the beach, groups of friends and anyone wanting a short seaside break in the north of England. For a quieter stay, choose North Shore or nearby towns such as Lytham St Annes and Fleetwood.

Practical Tips

• Guest houses may have limited check-in times, so let them know if you will arrive late.
• Some properties require a minimum two-night stay at weekends and on bank holidays; check the room terms.
• The sea breeze on the promenade can be cool, so pack a jacket even in summer.
• During the Illuminations the promenade is very busy in the evening; watching the lights from the tram is a practical option.

To explore more of north-west England, Manchester and Liverpool are easy to reach by train.

Booking a Hotel in Blackpool

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