The Berkswell

Hotels
8.4 (77 reviews)
8 Withnell Road , Blackpool , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
Board games/puzzles
Kid meals
Outdoor furniture
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Ideally located by the seafront
Cons:
Very small room
Inadequate bathroom amenities
Misrepresented parking availability
Noise disturbances
Poor service

Categories

Cleanliness
3.5
Mixed reviews about cleanliness, with some guests mentioning narrow and cramped rooms and poor facilities.
Service
6
Service received mixed feedback with reports of uninterested management and attitude problems.
Location
8
Well-liked location by the seafront and in close proximity to local attractions.
Room Quality
3
Negative feedback on room quality, including small rooms, inadequate bathroom amenities, and noise disturbances.
Amenities
4
Poor amenities with complaints about missing toiletries, lack of provisions in rooms, and misrepresented parking availability.
Value for Money
5
Mixed feelings regarding value for money, with guests mentioning various disappointments.
Food and Beverage
7
No specific comments on food and beverage mentioned in the reviews.
Overall Experience
5.5
Overall experience reported as disappointing with several complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-06-30 12:31

Property Description

Convenient Location:
Situated opposite Blackpool's Sandcastle Water Park and a stone's throw away from the seafront, The Berkswell is the ideal choice for those seeking a prime location in Blackpool.

Modern Amenities:
Experience comfort and convenience in every room with amenities such as a flat-screen TV, tea/coffee making facilities, a safe, and a hairdryer. Additionally, enjoy the property's bar, guest lounge with a variety of beverages, and a Nintendo Wii for entertainment.

Nearby Attractions:
With the Pleasure Beach, South Pier, and South Beach just minutes away, The Berkswell ensures that guests have easy access to some of Blackpool's most popular attractions.

Ready to experience the best of Blackpool? Book your stay at The Berkswell now for a memorable and convenient getaway.

Important information:

Please note that parking is limited and only available on request. Please contact the property using the details in your booking confirmation email to reserve a space.

Please note that stag and hen parties are not permitted.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Airport code: LPL

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 77 reviews
Cleanliness: 3.5
Service: 6
Location: 8
Room Quality: 3
Amenities: 4
Value for Money: 5
Food and Beverage: 7
Overall Experience: 5.5
R
RICHARD solo_traveller gb
2
2025-12-08 via Nuitee
J
Joanne young couple gb
4
Disappointing
2025-05-15 via Nuitee
T
Teresa family with young children gb
3
Not very good
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

We didn't like anything as too many stars and very narrow, and cramped in the room and uncomfortable.and the facilities was very poor.

2025-05-08 via Nuitee
M
Martin young couple gb
4
Disappointing
Pros:

Ideally located by the seafront.

Cons:

The room was very small,. The bathroom was also very small, the bathroom door didn't fit right. The advert said there would be free toiletries and there was none. There was no milk, teaspoons or biscuits supplied in the room. The advert said that parking was available on request. We messaged the hotel requesting a parking space and was told it was first come first served. Every morning approximately at 6.30am we were woken up by the sound of of the next door witherspoon pub emptying their bins (even with our windows closed. The hot water was intermittent.when we report it to the management they weren't interested and gave attitude.

2025-05-05 via Nuitee
E
Elizabeth with friends us
10
Weekend in Blackpool
Pros:

The Berkswell hotel is in a very good location, just across from the Tram. Phill the owner of the hotel. made me feel like family, he's very hospitable and friendly. The breakfast was lovely the rooms were comfortable and clean. I had a great time.

Cons:

IL liked everything

2024-10-01 via Nuitee
C
Clark young couple gb
8
review
Pros:

breakfast was great
hist were very nice

Cons:

the mattress needs to be renewed

2024-09-30 via Nuitee
P
Padam young couple gb
8
Very good
2024-09-03 via Nuitee
C
Claire young couple gb
3
Poor
Pros:

The location is great the owner Philip is a great bloke & a comedian would do anything for use

Cons:

The en-suite well carnt say that !! U couldn't swing a cat in there & it needs a steam clean in cubicles & windows were blk cobwebs were seen in breakfast area & carpets need a good hoover

2024-08-29 via Nuitee
M
Maxine group gb
8
my stay was good but shower needs replacing didnt look very good that was the only thing wrong
Pros:

breakfast was very good and the location was good for what we wanted use tram when needed

Cons:

better shower rooms

2024-08-20 via Nuitee
C
Caren family with young children gb
10
Fabulous location
Pros:

Very very friendly. Even upgraded me.

Cons:

Nothing everything was great

2024-07-28 via Nuitee
H
Helen young couple gb
9
Superb
Pros:

Great breakfast with plenty of choice.

2024-07-08 via Nuitee
K
Keith solo traveller gb
10
Exceptional
2024-06-02 via Nuitee
M
Maxine young couple gb
10
owner very help full meet us on arrivel helped with bags very nice place would stop again
Pros:

breakfast was good location was good for what we wanted could use tram if needed owner very help full room very clean

Cons:

There was nothing we didnt like

2024-05-14 via Nuitee
M
Matthew with friends im
1
Bad
2024-05-05 via Nuitee
V
Vernon young couple gb
8
Enjoyable stay with great breakfast
2023-12-03 via Nuitee
L
Liam solo traveller gb
10
A great value weekend away
Pros:

The hosts were very friendly and were happy to go above and beyond to make my stay the best it could be, checking in and out was simple and everything was perfect for a cheap weekend at Blackpool. The breakfast was nice, lots of choices and the breakfast form is clever and simple to fill in.

Cons:

If I had to find some critiques then the room and bathroom was abit small but perfectly fine.

2023-11-30 via Nuitee
A
Alison young couple gb
7
Good
Pros:

Fab location lovely breakfast.

Cons:

Room could have been cleaner.

2023-11-04 via Nuitee
N
Neil young couple gb
7
Excellent hotel amazing staff and guys the breakfast amazing best I’ve had in Blackpool and I’ve stayed in lots and lots
Pros:

Breakfast was exceptional and the staff were amazing

Cons:

Room was very small and bed was uncomfortable and bathroom was very small but very nice room this is not a a criticism at all it’s just our preference as we just prefer a space in room

2023-10-30 via Nuitee
D
David with friends gb
9
Superb
Pros:

Great breakfast room clean but a little small comfy bed and car parking

2023-09-27 via Nuitee
T
Tracy family with young children gb
1
Would not go again
Pros:

Brilliant location close to all amenities

Cons:

Filthy and smelly

2023-09-26 via Nuitee