Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Warm staff
Stunning architecture
Beautiful property
Great room
Cons:
Unruly guests
Service delay
Undercooked food
Cold pool

Categories

Cleanliness
7.14
Some areas noted to be cold, indicating potential cleanliness issues.
Service
8.61
Staff were described as warm and friendly, providing good service overall.
Location
8.65
The hotel is noted to have stunning architecture and good aesthetics.
Room Quality
8.1
Rooms were spacious but some guests experienced noise issues.
Amenities
8.63
Amenities in the spa were generally well received, though there were some concerns about the pool temperature.
Value for Money
7.59
Discontent with half-board policies and additional charges detracted from overall value.
Food and Beverage
7.14
Positive aspects of food were overshadowed by service delays and undercooked meals.
Overall Experience
8.11
Despite several issues, guests managed to enjoy their stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 10:29

Property Description

Luxurious Country Manor Setting
Set in 17 acres of Lancashire parkland, the 4-star Mercure Blackburn Dunkenhalgh Hotel & Spa is a 700-year old country manor offering a unique and luxurious stay.

Spa and Leisure Facilities
Enjoy the indoor swimming pool, fully equipped gymnasium, and a variety of beauty and massage treatments at the Spa Naturel & Leisure centre for a relaxing and rejuvenating experience.

Fine Dining Experience
Indulge in international cuisine, Lancashire specialties, and a fine selection of wines at the Cameo Restaurant and Cameo Bar for a memorable dining experience.

Book now for a perfect blend of luxury, relaxation, and gastronomic delights at Mercure Blackburn Dunkenhalgh Hotel & Spa.

Important information:

Minors under 18 must be accompanied by parents or legal representatives. Third person named by parents must present their written authorization (certified signature).

Please note that the credit card used to book must be presented on arrival.

Children may use the pool during the Family-friendly swim times (16 and under) When accompanied by an adult.

Monday – Friday 8am – 10am and 3.30pm – 6.30pm
Saturday, Sunday 8am – 10am and 5.00pm – 7.00pm

Directions from Manchester: M60 – M 66 – A56 – A6068 Altham – A678 Blackburn Road.

Directions from Preston: M6 – M65 to J8 3rd exit off junction A678 (Rishton) Blackburn Road.

Directions form Burnley: M65 to J8 3rd exit at the roundabout - crossroads turn left onto A678 Blackburn Road.

We are a popular event hotel and this may be heightened at the weekends, it is always our intention to allocate bedrooms away from function noise, but please be aware that this cannot be guaranteed

Please note: Standard Room with Two Zip Bed amend to Standard RoomIn the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: MAN

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 3549 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.14
Service: 8.61
Location: 8.65
Room Quality: 8.1
Amenities: 8.63
Value for Money: 7.59
Food and Beverage: 7.14
Overall Experience: 8.11
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Taiye Roli solo_traveller gb
9
Was affordable
Pros:

It was neat and very spacious

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Asa couple gb
1
Never again
Pros:

Stayed before been ok

Cons:

The side of the hotel I was in stunk terrible of weed narcotics

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Janette couple gb
10
Good value for our purpose
Pros:

Near to where we needed to be

Cons:

Spa was a bit outdated

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Asa couple gb
1
2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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K38RFphilipc Couples
10
The 3 Musketeers
Pros:

Great hotel, quite quirky. The Bar restraint was great, food lovely thanks to Ben, top chef. Shout out to Mal who leapt from behind the bar to save us from an imminent wasp sting, and Oliver who somehow enchanted said wasp back from the dead. Friendly service and atmosphere.

2026-08-07 via Tripadvisor
3
3mitch Family Kingston-upon-Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire, England
10
lovely
Pros:

what a lovely friendly hotel,our room was a beauty ,all nice and clean ,staff were brilliant and could not do enough for you,and you do not always get this when away with a coach party
food was lovely

2026-08-07 via Tripadvisor
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Thomas couple gb
4
Lovely hotel in a great location, with great facilities. Outside courtyard rooms did not meet expectations in the heat.
Pros:

The character of the main building was beautiful. The car park was a decent size. The wellness centre was well equipped and free for guest use, which was a nice touch. The breakfast area was good and the food was nice.

Cons:

We stayed during an episode of hot weather and the courtyard rooms were not equipped for this. The rooms were so hot you could feel the heat radiating off the walls inside. My partner had to sleep on the windowsill just to get some sort of breeze. We asked several times for a fan and didn’t get one. We said we were happy to go and buy one, but were told not to worry, we would be provided one. Worst night sleep of our lives.

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Aspinall family_with_children gb
10
Perfect
Pros:

The breakfast was wonderful and the room was huge really lovely

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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David solo_traveller gb
2
Disapointing
Pros:

Large tv
Welcoming host

Cons:

Room was like a sauna so was unable to get anysleep
Contacted hotel.and havent received a response

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Elizabeth couple gb
8
Welcoming with good spa facilities
Pros:

We had a good sized room with full bathroom, including a bath and separate shower. There was a good selection of food at breakfast and the spa facilities are very good. The location is good for visiting this part of Lancashire and is just off the M65. The staff were all friendly and welcoming and responded quickly when we found a double bed in the room and not the twin we’d requested, converting the bed and offering us robes and slippers to use in the spa.

Cons:

Our room had no air conditioning which is probably not an issue most of the time, but during a heat wave made it a little warm, but opening window helped.

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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arfan family_with_children gb
9
2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Julie solo_traveller gb
10
2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Faezana solo_traveller gb
5
Cons:

Dated rooms and decor

2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Nikki couple gb
10
Beautiful property and grounds
Pros:

Beautiful property. Gorgeous and calming grounds. Lively for weddings and events. We stayed as we were watching a football match in town, so we taxied into town each time but a 5-10 drive circa £6 in uber. The staff are amazing, friendly and very helpful. We didn’t have food but restaurant looked lovely. The bar was fantastic. The lady on the bar was helpful with local knowledge. If we are ever up that way again, definitely would stay at the hotel again.

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Rebecca family_with_children gb
4
2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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stefan couple gb
10
2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Michelle couple gb
9
Had a spar day here really enjoyed that hotel is set in a beautiful location lovely place to come 😊
Pros:

Beautiful location lovely rooms

Cons:

Breakfast could have been nicer

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Michelle family_with_children gb
10
2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Gerwyn couple gb
10
Very good hotel.
Pros:

Everything.

Cons:

The general WiFi wasn’t very strong on the courtyard rooms.

2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Michelle family_with_children gb
10
2026-08-02 via Nuitee