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4-star hotels in Blackpool
A shortlist of 15 four-star hotels in Blackpool, chosen for travellers who want a step up in comfort without leaving the seaside town. Ratings here run from 4.6 to 4.9 out of 5, and the hotels sit between 0.1 km and 3.7 km from the centre.
Staying in Blackpool
Blackpool is a seaside town in England, with 1267 places to stay listed on this site, including 213 rated 4-star and 17 rated 5-star. The average guest score across the town is 4.2 out of 5, and the most reviewed properties include Norbreck Castle Hotel Blackpool, Family Holidays Blackpool and Granville Hotel. These four-star hotels sit in different parts of town: Bradburys of Blackpool (0.1 km), Raffles Hotel (0.2 km), Kenley Hotel (1.2 km), Gabrielle's Hotel (1.2 km) and The Strathdon (1.2 km) are closest to the centre, while the Queens Promenade addresses at 3.1 km to 3.7 km put The Fossil Tree Hotel, Windsor Park and Brincliffe Hotel on the quieter northern seafront.
The mix suits different trips. Couples and short-break visitors can pick a central address such as Bradburys of Blackpool, Raffles Hotel or Gabrielle's Hotel. Families are served by hotels listing family rooms, among them Corona Blackpool, The Gatsby Blackpool Formerly The Windsor and The Mayfield Hotel. Big Blue Hotel sits at Blackpool Pleasure Beach with 1761 reviews, air conditioning, a fitness centre and a restaurant. Travellers who want free parking and a promenade setting can look at The Fossil Tree Hotel, Windsor Park or The Dudley Hotel.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Corona Blackpool
18 20 Clifton Drive, Blackpool, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Pool and spa
- Pool bar
- Lounge
- Family rooms
Why stay hereCorona Blackpool sits 3.0 km from the centre and earns a 4.9 rating from 170 reviews. Guests have a bar and a restaurant on site, plus a garden and terrace to unwind in, and family rooms for those travelling with children. Free Wifi keeps everyone connected. A solid pick for guests who want a full-service 4-star stay with dining and outdoor space in one place.
See Corona BlackpoolThe Fossil Tree Hotel
100 Queens Promenade North Shore Bispham, Blackpool, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Lounge
Why stay hereThe Fossil Tree Hotel occupies a seafront spot 3.1 km from the centre, with the beach nearby and sea views from the property. Its 4.8 rating comes from 152 reviews. Free car parking and free Wifi are included, and breakfast is served, with breakfast in room also available. A good match for guests arriving by car who want the promenade on their doorstep.
See The Fossil Tree HotelRaffles Hotel
73 75 Hornby Road, Blackpool, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereRaffles Hotel is 0.2 km from the centre, the closest of the group, and holds a 4.8 rating from 138 reviews. Family rooms make it workable for those with children, while free Wifi covers the basics. Its position right in the middle of things suits guests who want to step out and find Blackpool's attractions without travelling far.
See Raffles HotelWindsor Carlton
6 Warley Rd Blackpool Fy1 2Ju Uk, Blackpool, United Kingdom
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereWindsor Carlton holds a 4.9 rating from 88 reviews and sits 1.9 km from the centre. Rooms come with sea views, and family rooms are available for those bringing children. Free Wifi is provided throughout. A quiet, highly rated option for guests who want coastal outlooks and a manageable distance from the town's main attractions.
See Windsor CarltonThe Gatsby Blackpool Formerly The Windsor
21 King Edward Avenue North Shore, Blackpool, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Family rooms
Why stay hereThe Gatsby Blackpool Formerly The Windsor earns a 4.9 rating from 82 reviews and is 2.4 km from the centre. The beach is nearby, and the property has a garden and patio for guests to use. Free car parking and free Wifi are both included. Best suited to guests who want outdoor space and easy parking alongside a seaside setting.
See The Gatsby Blackpool Formerly The WindsorThe New Brooklyn
381 Promenade, Blackpool, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Self Parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThe New Brooklyn stands on the Promenade, 1.4 km from the centre, with a 4.8 rating from 121 reviews. A bar and a terrace give guests somewhere to sit and drink without leaving the property. Free Wifi and luggage storage round out the essentials. A straightforward choice for guests who want a seafront address and a place to relax on site.
See The New BrooklynWindsor Park
96 Queens Promenade, Blackpool, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereWindsor Park looks out over the sea from 3.1 km from the centre and holds a 4.8 rating from 115 reviews. The beach is nearby, and free car parking plus free Wifi are provided. A bar and lounge mean guests can settle in without heading out. Well suited to drivers who want a seafront location and room to unwind indoors.
See Windsor ParkBig Blue Hotel
Blackpool Pleasure Beach, Blackpool, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Breakfast in room
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereBig Blue Hotel sits at Blackpool Pleasure Beach, 2.9 km from the centre, and draws a 4.6 rating from 1761 reviews. Sea views, a fitness centre and a restaurant are on site, with air conditioning in the rooms. Room service and family rooms add flexibility. A natural fit for guests visiting the Pleasure Beach who want full facilities under one roof.
See Big Blue HotelThe Dudley Hotel
3 Alexandra Road, Blackpool, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Family rooms
Why stay hereThe Dudley Hotel holds a 4.9 rating from 74 reviews and is 1.4 km from the centre. It sits near the beach, and free car parking and free Wifi are available. Rooms are wheelchair accessible, which matters for guests with mobility needs. A strong option for those who want a seafront position with parking settled before arrival.
See The Dudley HotelThe Mayfield Hotel
27 Holmfield Road, Blackpool, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereThe Mayfield Hotel scores 4.9 from 72 reviews at 2.4 km from the centre. Free car parking and free Wifi are included, and family rooms suit those travelling with children. Pets are allowed, so guests need not leave animals behind. A practical choice for drivers and pet owners who want a quiet, well-rated base outside the busiest streets.
See The Mayfield HotelKenley Hotel
29 St Chads Road, Blackpool, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Pool bar
- Parking
- Bar/Lounge
Why stay hereKenley Hotel is 1.2 km from the centre, near the beach, and rated 4.8 from 103 reviews. Guests have karaoke and a lounge for evenings in, with mini golf and bowling among the on-site activities. Family rooms are available. Best for guests who want entertainment at the hotel rather than venturing far for it.
See Kenley HotelGabrielle's Hotel
77 Lord Street, Blackpool, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Lounge
- Family rooms
Why stay hereGabrielle's Hotel holds a 4.9 rating from 71 reviews and lies 1.2 km from the centre. Bathrobes and a terrace add a comfortable touch, and family rooms are on offer. Free Wifi and a lounge cover the everyday needs. Suited to guests who want a small, highly rated hotel within easy reach of the centre.
See Gabrielle's HotelThe Strathdon
28 St Chads Road, Blackpool, United Kingdom
Best for: Families
- Lounge
- Family rooms
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereThe Strathdon is 1.2 km from the centre and rated 4.8 from 84 reviews. The beach is nearby, and a concierge and luggage storage help with arrivals and departures. Free Wifi, a bar and a lounge serve guests through the day. A good match for those who want seaside proximity and attentive service in a compact hotel.
See The StrathdonBradburys of Blackpool
7 Havelock Street, Blackpool, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Lounge
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereBradburys of Blackpool is the closest of the group at 0.1 km from the centre, with a 4.6 rating from 269 reviews. A bar and lounge sit on site, and breakfast is served, including a buffet. Pets are allowed and free Wifi is provided. A natural pick for guests who want to be in the middle of Blackpool and need little travel to get there.
See Bradburys of BlackpoolBrincliffe Hotel
169 170 Queens Promenade, Blackpool, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereBrincliffe Hotel faces the sea 3.7 km from the centre and holds a 4.7 rating from 116 reviews. The beach is nearby, and free car parking plus a garden are available, with family rooms for those with children. Pets are welcome. Suited to guests who want a quieter promenade location and space outdoors.
See Brincliffe Hotel
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corona Blackpool | ★★★★ | 4.9 | 170 | – | – | Yes | – | 3.0 km |
| The Fossil Tree Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.8 | 152 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 3.1 km |
| Raffles Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.8 | 138 | – | Yes | – | – | 0.2 km |
| Windsor Carlton | ★★★★ | 4.9 | 88 | – | – | – | – | 1.9 km |
| The Gatsby Blackpool Formerly The Windsor | ★★★★ | 4.9 | 82 | Yes | – | – | – | 2.4 km |
| The New Brooklyn | ★★★★ | 4.8 | 121 | Yes | – | – | – | 1.4 km |
| Windsor Park | ★★★★ | 4.8 | 115 | Yes | – | – | – | 3.1 km |
| Big Blue Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.6 | 1,761 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 2.9 km |
| The Dudley Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.9 | 74 | Yes | – | – | – | 1.4 km |
| The Mayfield Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.9 | 72 | Yes | – | – | Yes | 2.4 km |
| Kenley Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.8 | 103 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 1.2 km |
| Gabrielle's Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.9 | 71 | Yes | – | – | – | 1.2 km |
| The Strathdon | ★★★★ | 4.8 | 84 | – | – | – | – | 1.2 km |
| Bradburys of Blackpool | ★★★★ | 4.6 | 269 | – | Yes | – | Yes | 0.1 km |
| Brincliffe Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.7 | 116 | Yes | – | – | Yes | 3.7 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Corona Blackpool, The Gatsby Blackpool Formerly The Windsor, The Mayfield Hotel, The Strathdon, The Dudley Hotel and Brincliffe Hotel all list family rooms, and The Mayfield Hotel has a cot as well. Corona Blackpool and The Gatsby add a games room or a garden, and Brincliffe Hotel has a garden and is wheelchair accessible.
Corona Blackpool · The Gatsby Blackpool Formerly The Windsor · The Mayfield Hotel · The Strathdon · The Dudley Hotel · Brincliffe Hotel
Closest to the centre
Bradburys of Blackpool is 0.1 km from the centre and Raffles Hotel 0.2 km. Gabrielle's Hotel, Kenley Hotel and The Strathdon all sit 1.2 km out. All five are in the heart of town and well placed if you plan to walk between the seafront and the main streets.
Bradburys of Blackpool · Raffles Hotel · Gabrielle's Hotel · Kenley Hotel · The Strathdon
With free parking
The Fossil Tree Hotel, The Gatsby Blackpool Formerly The Windsor, Windsor Park, The Dudley Hotel and The Mayfield Hotel all list free car parking. The Fossil Tree Hotel's parking comes with a seafront address on Queens Promenade, 3.1 km from the centre.
The Fossil Tree Hotel · The Gatsby Blackpool Formerly The Windsor · Windsor Park · The Dudley Hotel · The Mayfield Hotel
Top-rated rooms
Corona Blackpool, Windsor Carlton, The Gatsby Blackpool Formerly The Windsor, The Dudley Hotel, The Mayfield Hotel and Gabrielle's Hotel all score 4.9 out of 5 from guest reviews. Corona Blackpool has the largest review base of the group with 170 reviews, and Gabrielle's Hotel is 1.2 km from the centre.
Corona Blackpool · Windsor Carlton · The Gatsby Blackpool Formerly The Windsor · The Dudley Hotel · The Mayfield Hotel · Gabrielle's Hotel
Where to stay in Blackpool
Queens Promenade
The Fossil Tree Hotel at 100 Queens Promenade North Shore Bispham, Windsor Park at 96 Queens Promenade and Brincliffe Hotel at 169 170 Queens Promenade all sit on this northern seafront stretch, 3.1 km to 3.7 km from the centre. They list sea views, beach nearby and free car parking, which suits travellers who want the promenade rather than the busy middle of town.
Our picks here: The Fossil Tree Hotel · Windsor Park · Brincliffe Hotel
St Chads Road
Kenley Hotel at 29 St Chads Road and The Strathdon at 28 St Chads Road are neighbours, both 1.2 km from the centre and both listing beach nearby. Kenley Hotel adds a bar and lounge, karaoke, mini golf and bowling, while The Strathdon lists a concierge and public transport links.
Our picks here: Kenley Hotel · The Strathdon
Blackpool Pleasure Beach
Big Blue Hotel stands at Blackpool Pleasure Beach, 2.9 km from the centre, and is the most reviewed hotel on this shortlist with 1761 guest reviews. It lists air conditioning, a fitness centre, a restaurant, room service and parking, so it works for visitors whose main reason for coming is the Pleasure Beach.
Our picks here: Big Blue Hotel
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the centre of Blackpool?
Bradburys of Blackpool at 7 Havelock Street is 0.1 km from the centre, and Raffles Hotel at 73 75 Hornby Road is 0.2 km away. Both are in the central part of town and score 4.6 and 4.8 out of 5 respectively from guest reviews.
Do any of these hotels have free parking?
Yes. The Fossil Tree Hotel, The Gatsby Blackpool Formerly The Windsor, Windsor Park, The Dudley Hotel and The Mayfield Hotel all list free car parking. The New Brooklyn lists self parking instead, and Big Blue Hotel and The Strathdon list parking without free car parking.
Which hotels allow pets?
The Mayfield Hotel, Bradburys of Blackpool and Brincliffe Hotel all list pets allowed. The Mayfield Hotel is 2.4 km from the centre, Bradburys of Blackpool is 0.1 km away, and Brincliffe Hotel is the furthest at 3.7 km.
Where can families stay among these four-star hotels?
Corona Blackpool, The Gatsby Blackpool Formerly The Windsor, The Mayfield Hotel, The Strathdon, The Dudley Hotel and Brincliffe Hotel list family rooms. Corona Blackpool also has a games room, and The Gatsby and Brincliffe Hotel both list a garden.
Is there a hotel here with a pool or spa?
None of these hotels lists a pool or a spa. Facilities on this shortlist include bars, restaurants, lounges, gardens and, at Big Blue Hotel, a fitness centre. Room facilities range from bathrobes and slippers to refrigerators and DVD players.
Do any of these hotels have sea views?
Five list sea views: The Fossil Tree Hotel, Windsor Carlton, Windsor Park, The Dudley Hotel and Brincliffe Hotel. Of these, Windsor Carlton is the closest to the centre at 1.9 km, while Brincliffe Hotel is the furthest at 3.7 km.
Which hotel has the most reviews and which has the highest score?
Big Blue Hotel has the most with 1761 reviews and scores 4.6 out of 5. Six hotels score 4.9 out of 5: Corona Blackpool, Windsor Carlton, The Gatsby Blackpool Formerly The Windsor, The Dudley Hotel, The Mayfield Hotel and Gabrielle's Hotel, with review counts from 71 to 170.