The Franklyn Hotel B&B

Hotels
9.2 (318 reviews)
33 Charnley Road , Blackpool , gb

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Family rooms
Laundry
Luggage storage
Bar
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Clean rooms
Good breakfast
Cons:
Small room sizes
Issues with bathroom amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
9.03
Most guests mentioned clean rooms, though there were some concerns about flies in cups.
Service
9.5
Many reviews highlighted friendly and helpful staff.
Location
9.54
The location was praised for being central and convenient.
Room Quality
8.49
Rooms were mostly comfortable, but some had issues like small sizes and odd smells.
Amenities
9.02
Standard amenities were available, with some quirky features noted.
Value for Money
9.48
Good value was mentioned repeatedly, especially regarding breakfast.
Food and Beverage
9.03
Breakfast was generally appreciated, despite some needing improvement.
Overall Experience
9.5
Overall positive experiences shared with a willingness to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 08:59

Property Description

Prime Location
Conveniently located in Blackpool, The Franklyn Hotel B&B offers easy access to top attractions like Winter Gardens and Coral Island.

Modern Comfort
Each room is fitted with a flat-screen TV, private bathroom, and cozy bed linen for a comfortable stay.

Convenience at Your Fingertips
Enjoy complimentary WiFi, private parking, and unwind at the hotel's shared lounge and bar.

Book now at The Franklyn Hotel B&B to experience the best of Blackpool's attractions and hospitality!

Important information:

Please note that this property cannot accommodate hen and stag, or similar parties.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 are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Managed by a private host
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 318 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.03
Service: 9.5
Location: 9.54
Room Quality: 8.49
Amenities: 9.02
Value for Money: 9.48
Food and Beverage: 9.03
Overall Experience: 9.5
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MsAdVenturer solo_traveller gb
10
Brilliant stay at The Franklyn for a visit to Blackpool
Pros:

I had a lovely stay at The Franklyn Hotel, with its great location close to Blackpool North train station for those using public transport, and nearby parking facilities.  It was easy to get to the main attractions, such as Blackpool Tower or the promenade.

The hosts Cath and Marc were friendly and available if needed. I loved the fruit kebabs, and the breakfast provided was very filling.  It was great chatting to Cath about the local history as well.  Although I travelled solo, I felt very much at home, thanks to the conversations with the hosts and other guests.  I found the hotel clean and quiet, and I would recommend it to others visiting the area.

Cons:

My bed was a little soft, but it wasn't an issue and I slept well.

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Millie solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Lovely clean rooms. Breakfast was exceptional.

2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Antonio solo_traveller gb
10
Best hotel we have stayed in!
Pros:

Cath and Marc are wonderful hosts. The best experience we have had. Comfortable rooms, clean, spacious. Excellent breakfast with all the options you could wish for. The location is perfect, close enough to the promenade (5 minutes walk) while also not being too loud at night. We will certainly be going back! Thank you Cath and Marc.

2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Humaira solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

We had a lovely time here at the Franklyn Hotel. The hosts were extremely welcoming and always made sure all our needs were met. The breakfast was delicious. The location was great, just a few minutes walk from the town centre and promenade.

2026-08-22 via Nuitee
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Jason family_with_children gb
8
2026-08-20 via Nuitee
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Cathy solo_traveller ie
10
The nicest owners in a fab location
Pros:

Friendly helpful and so so kind staff

2026-08-19 via Nuitee
C
Celia solo_traveller cy
9
Pros:

Breakfast was excellent. The owners were very nice, hospitable and very helpful. The bed was comfortable and the location perfect.

Cons:

Everything was very nice.

2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Graham solo_traveller gb
9
2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Tracy solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Location, value for money and very accommodating

Cons:

Shared bathroom

2026-08-12 via Nuitee
A
Abboah-Offei family_with_children gb
8
Excellent
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
J
Jamie solo_traveller gb
10
Cath was perfect food brilliant !!
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothink

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
J
Julian family_with_children gb
10
2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Louise solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Cath was very welcoming and friendly. Location was great and not too far a walk to the promenade. Useful having a car park across the road with decent price for the 2 days we were there. Best breakfast ive had in Blackpool

Cons:

The bed wasn't the comfiest for me personally but I still slept. Bathroom had a smell of stale cigarettes but again didn't affect my stay

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Emily solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Everything so welcoming amd really nice always happy to help with anything

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
S
Sam solo_traveller gb
10
Exceeded our expectations in every way
Pros:

The first thing that stood out was the cleanliness. We have stayed in many hotels, but we have never seen bed linen as white and fresh as it was here. The towels were soft and smelled lovely, the bed was very comfortable, and the mattress was of excellent quality.

The host is one of the kindest and most helpful people we have ever met. Every time we saw them, they asked if everything was okay or if we needed anything. We were also allowed to check in before the official check-in time at no extra cost, which was greatly appreciated. On the day of departure, he also told us not to rush with check-out and to take all the time we needed because we were travelling with young children. That small gesture meant a lot to us.

The hotel offers discounted parking just across the road, which was very convenient. There was always complimentary bottled water available at the bar, as well as fresh fruit. Our children also enjoyed the free juice and candies, and it was a lovely surprise that their breakfast was free of charge. The breakfast itself was excellent. And free Wi-Fi was a bonus.

Travelling with young children can be challenging, but this hotel made it much easier. The 24/7 service button gave us extra peace of mind, and having a dedicated space to leave our baby's stroller saved us from carrying it up and down the stairs every day.

For the price we paid, the level of cleanliness, comfort, safety, and customer service exceeded our expectations. We would happily stay here again and highly recommend it.

Cons:

The only negatives were very minor. The bathroom sink drained very slowly, so we had to turn off the tap and wait for the water to drain before using it again. Also, although the shower sealant is still doing its job, it has become discoloured and could do with being replaced.

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Palmela couple gb
10
2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Lesley family_with_children gb
9
Great value for money and pleasant stay
Pros:

Central location with car parking straight across the road. Hosts were very accommodating. Breakfast was the highlight of our stay. Relaxed lounge that was accessible each evening.

Cons:

Bunk beds were a bit loose and room was roasting. Fans were provided but made no difference.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Justine family_with_children gb
9
A gem of a B&B, the kindest most helpful hosts.
Pros:

The hosts were amazing and nothing was too much trouble.. really convenient location, and super breakfast.

Cons:

There is nothing I can think of as anything that was needed was catered for.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Ronnie family_with_children gb
10
Few Days Trip To Blackpool.
Pros:

It was very good nice and central to where we needed to go it was clear overall very good!!

Cons:

Nothing everything was just perfect!!

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Jonny solo_traveller gb
10
Fantastic Stay with lovely hosts
Pros:

Cath the host made us welcome upon arrival the room was clean and bed very comfortable good shower and bathroom... The breakfast was fantastic and a great selection... Few minutes walk from coral island and tower a great few nights stay thank you Marc and Cath

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-21 via Nuitee