The Cartford Inn

Hotels
9.4 (138 reviews)
Cartford Lane, Little Eccleston , Preston , GB

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Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Business center
Bar
Facilities for disabled guests
Meeting/banquet facilities
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Comfortable accommodations
Excellent food
Cons:
Towel rail not hot

Categories

Cleanliness
9.11
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
9.88
Staff super friendly and accommodating.
Location
9.62
Gorgeous room with view of the river.
Room Quality
9.57
Gorgeous room with comfortable bed.
Amenities
9.1
Fabulous shower and lots of breakfast options.
Value for Money
9.06
Great value for the quality of accommodation.
Food and Beverage
9.41
Food top class with a gorgeous breakfast.
Overall Experience
9.48
Would love to stay again; meets expectations.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 06:20

Property Description

River View Rooms
Enjoy stunning views of the river Wyre from the comfort of your room at The Cartford Inn. Each room features modern amenities including a flat-screen TV, en suite bathroom, and tea/coffee making facilities.

Cozy Bar and Lounge
Unwind in our inviting bar and lounge area complete with an open wood fireplace. Indulge in a selection of traditional cask ales, fine whiskies, brandies, and port while soaking in the charming atmosphere.

Gastronomic Delights
Experience exquisite dining at our on-site restaurant where dishes are crafted using locally sourced ingredients. Delight your taste buds with a culinary journey showcasing the best flavors of Lancashire's Fylde Coast.

Book your stay at The Cartford Inn now for a memorable riverside retreat with exceptional service and amenities.

Important information:

Please note that children can only be accommodated in the family room.

Please note that this property cannot provide cots.This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
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

9.4
Based on 138 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.11
Service: 9.88
Location: 9.62
Room Quality: 9.57
Amenities: 9.1
Value for Money: 9.06
Food and Beverage: 9.41
Overall Experience: 9.48
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Paul • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

The whole place has a really artistic flair about it, which carried through to the rooms. The room I stayed in had been designed around the view; with the river and surrounding countryside being the focus. This wasn’t easily achieved, but they managed it beautifully.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Adam • solo_traveller • gb
8
Great stay
Pros:

Very lovely

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
9
Loved our stay
Pros:

Beautiful and quirky. Very comfortable. Tastefully and imaginatively furnished.

Cons:

A bit pricey but worth pushing the boat out

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Janet • couple • gb
9
Loved it
Pros:

Location and food were awesome

Cons:

Room quite small for price

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • solo_traveller • gb
10
Very comfortable stay.Enjoyed a lovely evening meal and the breakfast next morning was top notch. Would highly recommend
Pros:

Very quirky but classy.Staff are amazing.

Cons:

Not applicable

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Jane • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • solo_traveller • gb
10
Fabulous inn, great accommodation, restaurant food excellent.Staff a joy. I will be back.
Pros:

What a fabulous gem. The decor is amazing. My room was lovely, overlooking the river Wyre. Bathroom fantastic. Bed so comfortable.

Cons:

N/A

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Gordon • extended_group • gb
8
2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Aidan • couple • gb
10
2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Jacqueline • couple • gb
9
high quality venue, hospitality you can true.
Pros:

Comfortable room with lovely view and delicious breakfast.

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Tanya • solo_traveller • gb
10
Great place, lovely individual rooms, good food and very friendly staff.
2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Rodney • solo_traveller • gb
9
Great place to stay
Pros:

The location is superb. The food was very good

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Gourlay • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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JAYNE • extended_group • gb
10
2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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ray • couple • gb
9
great hotel in a lovely location,amazing food
Pros:

lovely location,great food,excellent staff

Cons:

top of range price

2026-04-03 • via Nuitee
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NICK • couple • gb
10
Great place to stay
Pros:

Character staff food

2026-01-07 • via Nuitee
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Kenneth • couple • gb
8
2025-11-12 • via Nuitee
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Joanna • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Independent business, gorgeous room with view of the river. Comfortable bed. Fabulous shower. Own produce. Gorgeous breakfast with lots of choice options. Staff super friendly and accommodating.

Cons:

Nothing. Would love to stay again.

2025-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Jacqueline • solo_traveller • gb
10
A little gem
Pros:

It’s quirky decor and incredibly comfortable accommodation

Cons:

Nothing

2025-08-28 • via Nuitee