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4- and 5-star hotels in Preston
A shortlist of 4- and 5-star hotels in Preston, from town-centre residences to country inns and a spa hotel on the edge of the city. It is for couples, families and business travellers who want the top end of what Preston offers, in the centre or in the surrounding countryside.
Staying in Preston
Preston is a city with an industrial past, known for its role in the cotton industry and for the Preston Guild, a celebration held every twenty years. Visitors find the Harris Museum and Art Gallery, the Flag Market and the main shopping streets in the centre, with the regenerated Preston Docks offering offices, apartments and waterside walks nearby. Avenham and Miller Parks give riverside walks and formal gardens close to the centre, while Moor Park lies to the north. The city is well connected by road and rail, and the Lake District is within reach for day trips.
The hotels on this list sit in two broad areas. Winckley Stays and Winckley Square Residences are in the city centre, close to the Flag Market and the shopping streets, and the 4-star chain hotels stand on Garstang Road, Leyland Way and Lea Lane within a short drive of the centre. The rest are country addresses in Chipping, Ribchester, Goosnargh and similar villages. The centre suits couples and business travellers who want to walk to restaurants and bars; the country hotels suit families and short breaks by car.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Wolfen Mill
Wolfen Mill Fish House Lane Chipping Pr3 2Gr United Kingdom, Preston, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereSet in Chipping, 15.6 km from Preston's centre, Wolfen Mill is a 5-star retreat where guests can fish, soak in the jacuzzi or unwind in the garden. Couples and pet owners who want a quiet countryside base will appreciate the free parking and free wifi, and the 4.7 rating from 40 reviews reflects consistently happy stays.
See Wolfen MillWinckley Stays
10 Camden Place, Preston, United Kingdom
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereA 5-star apartment-style stay on Camden Place, just 1.7 km from Preston's centre, Winckley Stays gives guests a kitchen and kitchenette for flexible dining plus a restaurant on site. Its 4.4 rating from 95 reviews suits longer visits and families, with family rooms, express check in and free wifi among the practical comforts.
See Winckley StaysWinckley Square Residences
18 Ribblesdale Place, Preston, United Kingdom
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereWinckley Square Residences sits on Ribblesdale Place, 1.6 km from the centre of Preston, offering 5-star self-catering apartments with a full kitchen, dishwasher and garden. Families are catered for with cots and high chairs, and the 4.2 rating from 19 reviews points to a small, well-kept set of stays for guests who prefer their own space.
See Winckley Square ResidencesThe Cartford Inn
Cartford Lane, Preston, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Business trips
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThe Cartford Inn is a 5-star option 15.3 km from Preston's centre, with a restaurant, bar and free parking for guests touring the surrounding countryside. Business travellers can use the business centre, and the wheelchair accessible facilities, minibar and free wifi make it an easy choice for a comfortable rural stay.
See The Cartford InnRiverside Barn Guest House
Riverside, Preston, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
Why stay hereRiverside Barn Guest House keeps things simple: a 5-star, non-smoking property 12.2 km from Preston's centre with free parking and free internet access in the lounge. It suits guests who want a quiet, no-frills base within reach of the city and the surrounding countryside.
See Riverside Barn Guest HouseBailey Cottage
Ribchester Pr3 3Yn United Kingdom Preston, Preston, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereBailey Cottage in Ribchester, 12.6 km from Preston's centre, is a 5-star cottage with a garden, free parking and free wifi, and fishing available nearby. It appeals to guests who want a self-contained countryside stay with easy road access to Preston.
See Bailey CottageThe Boot Room
Park Hey House Stoneygate Lane Knowle, Preston, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereThe Boot Room at Knowle is a 5-star property 13.1 km from Preston's centre, equipped with a kitchen, dishwasher and fireplace, plus a garden and free parking. Pets are allowed and fishing and a golf course are among the facilities, making it a good fit for groups or families wanting space and a rural setting.
See The Boot RoomGibbon Bridge Hotel
Green Lane Chipping Preston England Pr3 2Tq, Preston, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Business trips
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereGibbon Bridge Hotel in Chipping, 15.7 km from Preston's centre, is a 4-star hotel with a restaurant, bar and banquet and wedding services, set in gardens with free parking. Its 4.7 rating from 607 reviews and 24 hour front desk suit guests attending celebrations or exploring the area by car.
See Gibbon Bridge HotelDerby Arms
Chipping Road, Preston, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereThe Derby Arms on Chipping Road, 14.5 km from Preston's centre, is a 4-star pub-style hotel with a restaurant, bar and garden, plus free parking. Families and pet owners are welcome, with family rooms, darts and a golf course among the facilities; its 4.5 rating comes from 960 reviews.
See Derby ArmsBartle Hall Country Hotel
Lea Lane, Preston, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Business trips
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereBartle Hall Country Hotel, 5.9 km from Preston's centre, is a 4-star country house with restaurant, bar and cafe, gardens and free parking. Wedding services and meeting rooms make it useful for celebrations and business gatherings, and its 4.5 rating from 757 reviews reflects a dependable stay.
See Bartle Hall Country HotelYe Horns Inn
Horns Lane Goosnargh Prestonlancashire Pr3 2Fj, Preston, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Business trips
- Coach parking
- Bar/Lounge
Why stay hereYe Horns Inn at Goosnargh, 9.5 km from Preston's centre, is a 4-star inn with a restaurant, bar and lounge, free parking and free internet access in the lounge. Its 4.5 rating from 125 reviews and meeting room and wedding services suit both leisure guests and small events.
See Ye Horns InnBarton Manor Hotel & Spa; BW Signature Collection
746 768 Garstang Road, Preston, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereBarton Manor Hotel & Spa, 7.6 km from Preston's centre, is a 4-star hotel with an indoor pool, spa and fitness centre, plus a restaurant and bar. It suits guests who want leisure facilities on site, and its 4.3 rating from 1131 reviews covers a wide range of visitors, with free parking and free wifi included.
See Barton Manor Hotel & Spa; BW Signature CollectionThe Birley Arms Hotel
Bryning Lane, Preston, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThe Birley Arms Hotel on Bryning Lane, 13.3 km from Preston's centre, is a 4-star hotel with a restaurant, bar and free parking. Housekeeping, laundry service and pet-friendly policies make it practical for longer stays, and its 4.3 rating from 827 reviews shows a solid record with guests.
See The Birley Arms HotelDelta Hotels by Marriott Preston
Garstang Road, Broughton, Preston, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereDelta Hotels by Marriott Preston, 4.1 km from Preston's centre on Garstang Road, is a 4-star hotel with an indoor pool, fitness centre, sauna and spa, plus restaurant and bar. With 4.1 rating from 1504 reviews, free parking and family rooms, it works for both business trips and family breaks.
See Delta Hotels by Marriott PrestonPreston Leyland BW Signature Collection
Leyland Way, Preston, United Kingdom
Best for: Travelling with pets
- Pets allowed
- Air conditioning
- Internet access
Why stay herePreston Leyland BW Signature Collection on Leyland Way, 8.4 km from Preston's centre, is a 4-star hotel with a restaurant, bar and garden, free parking and air conditioning in the rooms. Its 4.0 rating from 1118 reviews, along with room service and laundry service, suits guests wanting a straightforward, well-equipped stay.
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The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wolfen Mill | ★★★★★ | 4.7 | 40 | Yes | – | – | Yes | 15.6 km |
| Winckley Stays | ★★★★★ | 4.4 | 95 | – | – | – | – | 1.7 km |
| Winckley Square Residences | ★★★★★ | 4.2 | 19 | – | – | – | – | 1.6 km |
| The Cartford Inn | ★★★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | – | – | 15.3 km |
| Riverside Barn Guest House | ★★★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | – | – | 12.2 km |
| Bailey Cottage | ★★★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | – | – | 12.6 km |
| The Boot Room | ★★★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | – | Yes | 13.1 km |
| Gibbon Bridge Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.7 | 607 | Yes | – | – | – | 15.7 km |
| Derby Arms | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 960 | Yes | – | – | Yes | 14.5 km |
| Bartle Hall Country Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 757 | Yes | – | – | – | 5.9 km |
| Ye Horns Inn | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 125 | Yes | – | – | – | 9.5 km |
| Barton Manor Hotel & Spa; BW Signature Collection | ★★★★ | 4.3 | 1,131 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 7.6 km |
| The Birley Arms Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.3 | 827 | Yes | – | – | Yes | 13.3 km |
| Delta Hotels by Marriott Preston | ★★★★ | 4.1 | 1,504 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 4.1 km |
| Preston Leyland BW Signature Collection | ★★★★ | 4.0 | 1,118 | – | – | – | Yes | 8.4 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Barton Manor Hotel & Spa; BW Signature Collection has family rooms, an indoor pool and a games room, and Delta Hotels by Marriott Preston also has family rooms and an indoor pool. Winckley Stays offers family rooms, a kitchenette and a cot in the centre, which keeps mealtimes and bedtimes simple.
Barton Manor Hotel & Spa; BW Signature Collection · Delta Hotels by Marriott Preston · Winckley Stays
For pets
Wolfen Mill, The Boot Room and Derby Arms all allow pets, so dogs are welcome on these stays. Wolfen Mill sits in Chipping with a garden and picnic area, The Boot Room has a fireplace and garden in Knowle, and Derby Arms has a garden and terrace.
For the centre
Winckley Stays on Camden Place and Winckley Square Residences on Ribblesdale Place are the only two on this list inside Preston itself, 1.7 km and 1.6 km from the centre. Both have kitchens or kitchenettes, which suits a short break with self-catering.
Guest favourites
Wolfen Mill has a guest rating of 4.7 out of 5 from 40 reviews, and Gibbon Bridge Hotel also scores 4.7, from 607 reviews. Derby Arms scores 4.5 from 960 reviews, the largest review count among the highest-rated hotels here.
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Preston is well connected by road and rail. The M6 motorway passes to the east of the city, with several junctions serving Preston. Preston railway station is on the West Coast Main Line, with direct services to London, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. Manchester Airport is about an hour away by train or car. Within the city, local buses and taxis are available, and the centre is easily explored on foot. Cycling is also popular, with some dedicated routes.
When to go
The best time to visit Preston is from late spring to early autumn, when the weather is milder and days are longer. Summer brings events and festivals, including the Preston Caribbean Carnival and the Lancashire Encounter festival. Winter can be cold and wet, but the city's attractions remain open, and the Christmas lights and markets add a festive atmosphere. Rainfall is spread throughout the year, so packing an umbrella is advisable regardless of the season.
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the centre of Preston?
Winckley Square Residences on Ribblesdale Place is 1.6 km from the centre, and Winckley Stays on Camden Place is 1.7 km. Every other hotel on this list is 4.1 km or more from the centre.
Which hotels have a pool or spa?
Barton Manor Hotel & Spa; BW Signature Collection has an indoor pool, swimming pool, sauna, steam room and spa. Delta Hotels by Marriott Preston has an indoor pool, sauna, spa and Jacuzzi. No other hotel on this list has a pool.
Do any of these hotels allow pets?
Yes. Wolfen Mill, The Boot Room, Derby Arms, The Birley Arms Hotel and Delta Hotels by Marriott Preston all allow pets. Gibbon Bridge Hotel and Ye Horns Inn do not allow pets.
Which hotels are best for families?
Winckley Stays, Barton Manor Hotel & Spa; BW Signature Collection and Delta Hotels by Marriott Preston have family rooms, and the two latter also have indoor pools. Winckley Square Residences provides cots and high chairs.
Which hotels have free parking?
Most hotels on this list offer free car parking, including Wolfen Mill, The Cartford Inn, Bailey Cottage, The Boot Room, Gibbon Bridge Hotel, Derby Arms, Bartle Hall Country Hotel, Ye Horns Inn and Barton Manor Hotel & Spa; BW Signature Collection.
Which is the highest-rated hotel on this shortlist?
Wolfen Mill and Gibbon Bridge Hotel both have a guest rating of 4.7 out of 5, from 40 and 607 reviews respectively. Derby Arms, Bartle Hall Country Hotel and Ye Horns Inn follow with 4.5.
Do any of these hotels have a restaurant?
Several do, including Winckley Stays, The Cartford Inn, Gibbon Bridge Hotel, Derby Arms, Bartle Hall Country Hotel, Ye Horns Inn, Barton Manor Hotel & Spa; BW Signature Collection and Delta Hotels by Marriott Preston.