Forshaws Hotel - Blackpool

Hotels
6.8 (5152 reviews)
Talbot Square, The Promenade , Blackpool , gb

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Heating
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Bar
Golf course
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Rooms need refurbishment
Cleanliness issues

Categories

Cleanliness
5.26
Many complaints about the cleanliness of the hotel and condition of rooms.
Service
8.23
Staff were generally helpful and friendly according to multiple reviews.
Location
8.77
Consistently mentioned as a strong point being close to attractions.
Room Quality
5.72
Various comments highlight the rooms being in need of care and attention.
Amenities
6.75
Basic amenities were present, but several were lacking or inadequate.
Value for Money
6.71
Some reviews felt it was good value, but others saw it as overpriced for the condition.
Food and Beverage
6.26
Breakfast was mentioned but had areas for improvement.
Overall Experience
6.73
Mixed feelings, with location praised but significant room for improvement in multiple areas.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 15:23

Property Description

Historic Grade II Listed Building
Forshaws Hotel - Blackpool is a splendid Grade II listed building located opposite North Pier on the popular seafront, offering a charming and historic stay.

Modern Amenities
Each room at the hotel is equipped with modern conveniences such as a flat-screen TV, tea/coffee making facilities, and an en-suite shower room, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay for guests.

Convenient Location
Conveniently located near the M55 and less than a mile from Blackpool North Rail Station, Forshaws Hotel provides easy access to major attractions like Blackpool Tower, the Grand Theatre, and Pleasure Beach. With discounted parking available in the local area, exploring the city is hassle-free.

Book your stay at Forshaws Hotel - Blackpool now for a delightful blend of history, comfort, and convenience.

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.

Please note the exterior of the property is currently undergoing renovations. No facilities are affected by the works.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: BLK

Location

Guest Reviews

6.8
Based on 5152 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.26
Service: 8.23
Location: 8.77
Room Quality: 5.72
Amenities: 6.75
Value for Money: 6.71
Food and Beverage: 6.26
Overall Experience: 6.73
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Vitalii couple gb
8
2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Smith couple gb
1
Dirty and full of damp. Won’t be staying again
Pros:

Staff very helpful

Cons:

Dirty and smells with damp
Windows in rooms screwed shut (it was 30 degrees outside)

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Noor family_with_children gb
8
2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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nicola solo_traveller gb
3
Pros:

Location is good, paid extra for the sea view.

Cons:

*Walls, windows and tiles not in good condition, needed fixing and repainting.
*doesn't match the photos on here at all it looks way better in the photos than it does in person.
* too pricey for what you get, could've paid less for a seaview at a cleaner place
* all the carpets in the hallways are dirty and old so makes it look unclean amd unkept
*didn't get a comfortable nights sleep.

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Gillian solo_traveller gb
10
2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Georgina solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

The fact it was on the sea front with some amazing views, the staff was really friendly and the room was quite big.

Cons:

There was no air con, the radiator heater thing was falling off the wall and no instructions on how to use it also there was a few cob webs around the light fittings.

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Steve solo_traveller gb
5
2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Scott solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Entry point didnt reflect the very clean rooms.

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Ebony family_with_children gb
10
2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Larkin solo_traveller gb
10
2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Simon couple gb
8
2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Deborah extended_group gb
5
Accommodation very close to where the wedding was we were attending, so good location. Staff very helpful and friendly.
Pros:

Central location to all attractions

Cons:

Decor needs improving, carpet needs replacing very tatty and worn. Shower door very mouldy.

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Tanya couple gb
3
2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Biggus Dickus couple gb
8
2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Hayley family_with_children gb
10
2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Clare couple gb
6
Staff lovely, but hotel dated
Pros:

All staff were lovely check in was quick and room was ready upon arrival at 2. Great position for North Pier and beach
Towels provided in room were all clean
Bedding was clean

Cons:

Room was dated and could do with a lick of paint, carpet worn in places. Some rubbish left under bed.
Not great storage space but only there 2 nights so could live out of suitcase Bathroom door had a small hole in. Shower not the best. Socket on only one side of bed We were in a back room above Yates/wethersoons extremely noisy on the Saturday night and the room smelled of cigarette smoke from people outside and you couldn’t close window due to it being warm and no air conditioning. Bed quite hard
Kettle had water left in which is not good as you don’t know how long it had been standing
Fire alarm went off in middle of night and despite fire engine turning up no evacuation took place or reason why alarm was activated. When leaving next morning it was shocking to see that the fire exits at back of hotel were all blocked by bins so what would have happened if we needed to evacuate I don’t know. Stayed in Forshaws a couple of times but the hotel has slightly gone down hill to be honest and could do with a spruce up.

2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Preece solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Liked were it was located staff was very friendly and very clean

Cons:

Nougthing l didnt like

2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Lee couple gb
9
Great stay near north pier,tower and winter gardens
Pros:

Great location right next to north pier sea view room

Cons:

Hallway could do with lick of paint and a new carpet

2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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bobbie couple gb
1
2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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John solo_traveller gb
5
2026-08-04 via Nuitee