Ibis Styles Blackpool

“Superb location, everything else a bit tired”

We stayed here for two nights as we were attending the Blackpool Tower Northern soul weekender. (Excellent as always!) we usually stay in hotels a tram ride away but decided this year to try one within walking distance of the tower. The first problem was finding the Talbot road multi storey car p… more

We stayed here for two nights as we were attending the Blackpool Tower Northern soul weekender. (Excellent as always!) we usually stay in hotels a tram ride away but decided this year to try one within walking distance of the tower. The first problem was finding the Talbot road multi storey car park as there is a new one-way system that our sat nav didn’t know about. First impressions of the Forshaw are let down by the grubby entrance to the lift which you have to use to get to reception on the first floor. The staff were great, friendly and efficient. Corridors to the rooms are clean, if a bit dated. The room itself was a bit small but clean and perfectly adequate for 2 nights. Beds were comfortable and the room warm. Hot water in the bathroom took ages to get up to temperature. Other observations…mirror cracked, hair in bed, bathroom bin hadn’t been emptied, mould in shower tray seal. We didn’t drink or eat there so can’t comment on that. Price was high for the facilities offered but you can’t beat the location. But…we won’t stay there again.

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“Expectations were low”

Booked for 3 nights in October as a group of 6. When the person that made the booking told us the price I genuinely thought that was the deposit, not the total price ! Then looked on other reviews and was genuinely expecting the worst. Anyway, off we went. Can't fault the location - straight across… more

Booked for 3 nights in October as a group of 6. When the person that made the booking told us the price I genuinely thought that was the deposit, not the total price ! Then looked on other reviews and was genuinely expecting the worst. Anyway, off we went. Can't fault the location - straight across from the North Pier and everything you could want nearby. Exterior not exactly inviting. Entrance lead to 2 lifts (one out of use). Plastic air freshener stuck to the inside of the lift. Reception on 1st floor - staff were fine and friendly. Checked in and up to the room. Really strange fusty smell along the corridors and carpets very grimy. So into the room - quite pleasant actually. But one of the lights didn't work, central heating didn't work, fan heater stuck to the wall didn't work.... But it was clean, beds were fine, shower was fine and warm. View out of the window was a scruffy courtyard with graffiti all over. Was very windy when we stayed as well which rattled the windows ! Didn't have breakfast but the dining room / bar area was very clean. All in all, reasonable for the price but certainly not a place to stay for a 'special' occasion. Perfectly adequate for our purposes on this occasion but would I stay again ? Doubt it.

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“Get what you pay for”

Actually had good night's sleep and great location for pier .so OK if want a bed for the night .. certainly wouldn't stay for any kind of special occasion entrance is really shabby .and staff didn't seem to know a lot 😕 would have been nice if bit friendlier and more professional

“Enjoyable stay , staff were helpful and accommodating.”

I stayed at the Forshaws Hotel in Blackpool with my Partner, from 16th -20th September 2024. On arrival we walked through the entrance , which was not welcoming as one lift is out of order and a funny smell as you walk through the entrance. Nothing like a Hotel entrance as it should be. The carpet… more

I stayed at the Forshaws Hotel in Blackpool with my Partner, from 16th -20th September 2024. On arrival we walked through the entrance , which was not welcoming as one lift is out of order and a funny smell as you walk through the entrance. Nothing like a Hotel entrance as it should be. The carpet going up the stairs needed cleaning or changing. Reception is on first floor and is nice enough and we're able to check into our room before 3:00 o' clock. The staff were helpful but rooms are not serviced each day or cleaned each day. Only when leaving or before arrival. There is a kettle in room with tea bags and coffee, milk and sugar . If extra toilet rolls are needed or extra teabags or coffee or milk or sugar you have to get them from reception or dining room. Or room was ok but basic but quite big. No wardrobe or draws but a hanging unit for clothes. No hairdryer in room so I would suggest taking your own. Another down side is only one plug socket and our room window backed on to a big generator but window was double glazed so noise was not a problem. Location was great as we were near North pier and other amenities that we needed. Weather was warm and sunny so we were out every day. Would probably stay here again due to location. Hotel does need updating though and refurbished. Also beds were comfortable.

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