Astley Bank Hotel

Hotels
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Independent
8.8 (1353 reviews)
Bolton Road, Darwen, England, BB3 2QB , Darwen , GB
44-01254-777700

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Facilities

Meeting rooms
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Picnic area
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Meeting rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Comfortable beds
Great breakfast
Cons:
Low water pressure
Outdated bathrooms

Categories

Cleanliness
8.3
Some guests noted issues such as dampness and a tired bathroom.
Service
9.3
Exceptionally friendly and professional service reported several times.
Location
8.8
Well located for needs, but challenging to find in low light.
Room Quality
8.3
While generally comfortable, some rooms were deemed outdated.
Amenities
8.8
Amenities such as tea/coffee making facilities were well received.
Value for Money
8.8
Generally good value, though some felt the executive room was not worth its rate.
Food and Beverage
9.3
Breakfast and dining experience received high praise.
Overall Experience
8.8
Guests enjoyed their stay and expressed a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 11:32

Property Description

Experience the charm and comfort of Astley Bank Hotel, a perfect getaway in the heart of Darwen, just moments away from stunning local attractions.

Relaxing Outdoor Spaces
Take in picturesque views from our serene terrace and lush garden, ideal for unwinding or enjoying a delightful picnic with friends and family.

Culinary Delights
Satisfy your cravings at our on-site restaurant, Othello's, or indulge in delicious room service. Begin your day with a mouthwatering full breakfast, setting the perfect tone for your adventures.

Modern Amenities
Stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi and enjoy the convenience of 24-hour front desk service, a business center, and dry cleaning options, ensuring you have everything you need for a comfortable stay.

Book your escape at Astley Bank Hotel today and create lasting memories!

Important information:

  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

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

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 1353 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.3
Service: 9.3
Location: 8.8
Room Quality: 8.3
Amenities: 8.8
Value for Money: 8.8
Food and Beverage: 9.3
Overall Experience: 8.8
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Will • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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Janet • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Nice location
Good breakfast

2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • gb
7
2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Katherine • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Sophie • couple • gb
6
A lovely venue with beautiful grounds and friendly staff, though some of the rooms could benefit from a refresh.
Pros:

The venue itself is beautiful and the grounds are stunning. The hotel has a lovely atmosphere and was a fantastic setting for the wedding we attended. The staff were all very friendly, welcoming and helpful throughout our stay.

Cons:

Some of the bedrooms feel a little dated compared with the lovely main areas of the hotel. Our room was on the ground floor and could probably benefit from a bit of updating, and the bed wasn’t the most comfortable but nothing beats your own bed I suppose. We could also hear noise from neighbouring rooms during the night, but for a one-night stay it wasn’t a major issue.

2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Les • couple • gb
7
2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Adrian • couple • gb
9
2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Holt • couple • gb
7
Pros:

Lovely place to stop staff very helpful and friendly would deffo stay again

2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Jemma • couple • gb
10
2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Marc • solo_traveller • gb
8
Friendly clean hotel, but beware of the drive up.
Pros:

Great location, very quiet, friendly staff.
Good value for money.

Cons:

Room was small and a bit worn.
Breakfast was dry (fruit and croissants) , drive to the property is full of major potholes some almost sink holes…

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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William • couple • gb
3
Worse sleep ever in hotel
Pros:

Nice grounds handy for where we needed to be. Breakfast was good

Cons:

Room was dated, massive key tag for room, reception staff poor communication,

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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mark • couple • gb
7
Pros:

Location, beautiful building , friendly staff.

Cons:

Double room mattress and pillows need upgrading , very uncomfortable .

2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
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Warren • couple • gb
7
2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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Davies • couple • gb
10
2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Mervyn • couple • gb
9
Lovely stay in a great hotel with a superb breakfast!
Pros:

Breakfast was superb, previously stayed and it was buffet style, this time there was a menu choice which was really good, lots of choice and very high standard. Our room was also upgraded free of charge which was a nice surprise.

Cons:

A couple of plug sockets in our room didn't work but not a real issue

2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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teresa • couple • gb
10
We were made very welcome
Pros:

Very interesting building

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Tom • couple • gb
10
2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Brian • solo_traveller • gb
10
Highly recommended
Pros:

A great hotel with old fashioned suburb service and freindliness

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Shaun • couple • gb
10
2026-02-11 • via Nuitee