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The Imperial Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star beach hotel near Blackpool Illuminations

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Daily full breakfast for a fee
Indoor wedding
Reception
Deluxe Quadruple Room, Sea View | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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North Promenade, Blackpool, England, FY1 2HB
  • Place, Funny Girls
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, North Pier
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Winter Gardens
    ‪14 min walk‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(170 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Twin Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(66 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room, Sea View | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Double Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Beach view

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Family Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(33 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium Family room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Premium Family room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(47 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Sea view

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Standard Single Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Quadruple Room, Sea View | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Quadruple Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Blackpool

Oceanside stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this North Shore hotel, you'll find Funny Girls and Gynn Square. Also, Blackpool Central Library is within half a mile (1 km) and Mecca Bingo is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Funny Girls - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mecca Bingo - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • North Pier - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Winter Gardens - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Blackpool Illuminations - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Blackpool North Station - 11 min walk
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Peek-A-Booze - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Buttie Shop - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Derby Supper Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chaps Hotel - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lu-Lu - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Imperial Hotel

4-star beach hotel near Blackpool Illuminations
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and meeting rooms.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, an arcade/game room, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly The Imperial Hotel. For a fee, parking is available.

This Victorian Blackpool hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 180 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1867
  • Deli
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Imperial Hotel offers 180 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. This Blackpool hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (GBP 14 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 17.95 to 17.95 for adults and GBP 8.95 to 17.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bingo
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 20
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 20
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 10.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 10.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 17.95 to 17.95 for adults, and GBP 8.95 to 17.95 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 14 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 20 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 10.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in each accommodation.

Guests booking a stay in this property’s Family Room type may be accommodated with a rollaway/extra bed rather than the stated single bed, based on availability.

We should mention

  • Children 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Imperial Blackpool
Imperial Hotel Blackpool
Barcelo Blackpool
Barcelo Blackpool
The Imperial Hotel Hotel
The Imperial Hotel Blackpool
The Imperial Hotel Hotel Blackpool

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Imperial Hotel to the airport?

The Imperial Hotel is 59.4 mi (85-min drive) away from the Manchester Airport (MAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Imperial Hotel?

As of Jan 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Imperial Hotel on Jan 25, 2026 start from $58.97, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Imperial Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Imperial Hotel.

How close is The Imperial Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 0.6 mi (3-min drive) from Blackpool Beach.

Does The Imperial Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at The Imperial Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between GBP 17.95 and 17.95 for adults, GBP 8.95 and 17.95 for children. It's available every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at The Imperial Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Mecca Bingo (13-min walk) and Genting Casino Blackpool (2-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at The Imperial Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Early check-in costs GBP 20 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at The Imperial Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 14 per night.

Does The Imperial Hotel have a pool?

The Imperial Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Imperial Hotel have a restaurant?

The Imperial Hotel is home to Palm Court, which features ocean views.

Does The Imperial Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Imperial Hotel to downtown Blackpool?

The Imperial Hotel is 0.6 mi away from Blackpool.

The Imperial Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 610 out of 1314 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 383 out of 1314 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 190 out of 1314 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 84 out of 1314 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 1314 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love it here.

Lovely spacios room and prime location, we love it at the imperial.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Gemma

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lynn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Its a lovely old bulding with original fittings and decorated to match period. Warm welcome and very friendly and helpful staff. Tram stop to town right outside. Would be helpful to have information folder r in room with tram info, whats on for entertainment, contact details for reception, controling heating in the room etc. Enjoyed our stay and would return
Our room
Not the best view, but ok
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

donna

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was very tired. Everything felt rather grubby. Beds were comfortable. Staff at reception pleasant. We didn't have breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean room,apart from the inside of the windows! spacious good size bathroom and a very comfortable bed! Staff were all really friendly and helpful,great choice at breakfast!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast had something for everyone, roo. Clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

KEVIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a basic sea view room which we had asked for. It does however need re furbishing, Dated and mis matched furniture, poor shower, no plug in basin. The room was very hot and the windows were screwed down.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
We had a leak in the bathroom we reported it they were there within 10 mins and fixed it with in 10 mins very good service
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The imperial is a lovely big hotel with so much character &history,it has everything you need .Its clean lovely and warm and so homely ,staff all friendly and helpful ,they all work so hard to keep this hotel so nice nothing we didnt like about the hotel .would definitely recommend it and we would definitely come back . The area the hotel is in would have once been so beautiful with beautiful architectures ,sad to see how its been left to go ,it needs some love put into it and fixing and cleaning up the collonades /access points to the beach. also needs some lighting to make it safe when its dark.needs bringing back to life make it beautiful as it once was ..the hotel still looks as stunning as it does on all the past old photos .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We didn't use the car park, we travelled by train and taxi. Staff were so friendly, extremely helpful and accommodating. The hotel was fantastic, very grand. Rooms were spacious and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Beryl

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Not a lot to pick from on drinks
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Claire

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really disappointed & shocked that this hotel can claim 4 stars. The room was more 2 star, basic, scruffy, poor facilities, broken tv, no side lighting, heater hanging off the wall, very noisey plumbing, generally unacceptable, especially for the price!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were amazing, room was cosy,food was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very clean and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean, very professional and accommodating staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff so friendly and helpful breakfast Beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025