The Imperial Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star beach hotel near Blackpool Pleasure Beach

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Indoor wedding
Reception
Daily full breakfast for a fee
Reception
Front of property

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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North Promenade, Blackpool, England, FY1 2HB
  • Winter Gardens
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Blackpool Illuminations
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Blackpool Tower
    ‪18 min walk‬

Room options

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View

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

Standard Double Room, Sea View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Premium Family room

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

Standard Double Room

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

Family Room

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

Standard Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Twin Room

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

Deluxe Quadruple Room, Sea View

  • 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. Grundy Art Gallery and Blackpool Central Library are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • North Pier - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Winter Gardens - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Blackpool Illuminations - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Blackpool Tower - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Blackpool Central Pier - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Blackpool North Station - 11 min walk
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Buttie Shop - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Gynn - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Woo Sang - ‬6 min walk
  • Pumpkin Cafe
  • ‪Peek-A-Booze - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Imperial Hotel

4-star beach hotel near Blackpool Pleasure Beach
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.

Languages

English

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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 10 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

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 10 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 58.7 mi (62-min drive) away from the Manchester Airport (MAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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 0.8 mi (2-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 (18-min walk) 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 10 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

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 592 out of 1246 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 378 out of 1246 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 162 out of 1246 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 73 out of 1246 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1246 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lynne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Impressive Victorian building located on the seafront. Plenty parking, £10 for one night payable at reception. All the staff were helpful and friendly. Check in was quick, 3 receptionist on duty. The hotel and room was decorated in traditional style. The room was comfortable and clean, toiletries, tea and coffee provided. We had sandwiches in the bar at night which arrived quickly and were very good, £7.25 each. Breakfast was average but acceptable, tea and coffee served at the table which had a seaview. Overall the stay was much better than expected given some recent reviews and was good value for money
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sarah

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

False advertisement

We will not be returning to this hotel are friends paid £114 per night including breakfast we paid £126 per night ment to have breakfast included but hotel said it was room only room was clean but out dated pictures look good but was taken about 20years ago
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place with lovely front of house staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Terrence

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Good place to stay

A very good historic hotel ideally placed at the north end of town.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful old world - style hotel in prime location. Enjoyed the sea view immensely, comfy bed, spacious room, new-ish bathroom, but interior/furniture in the room a bit shabby (especially the armchairs and the curtains!). Only basic coffee & tea station, no caffeine free or herbal options. Service at breakfast very slow, and partly unexperienced, its only for the tea & coffee... Still a comfortable place to come to!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

John

Liked: Cleanliness

Disappointed

Property has had its day. Trying to present as upmarket. Have stopped here before many years ago and was bitterly disappointed, however it is not represented in the prices charged. Should have been better stopping it a premium inn.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The whole place is in need of a facelift with obvious wear and tear in my room and public spaces. The spa and pool appears to be permanently closed which would add value to the place.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Amazing

A very nice old hotel with lots of original character
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Just needs a face lift in certain areas
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel freindly staff msnger was great the food was good reconebd the 3 course meal the breakfast was very good tho tea a little week tje room doors qere hard to open tho it made me feel safe.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lorraine

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

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The imperial Hotel is lovelyand safe staff are intentive the manger is nice and freindly hlped me alot i want to stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Warren

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

1st time at the Imperial

Booked 1 night here so we could settle down after watching a show on the north pier, sadly show was cancelled but Blackpool wasn’t, first stay in this historic hotel, room comfy, and breakfast was very good , we will stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Andrew

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed a couple of nights in a standard double room. Room size ok but very very dated, bath stained, sink cracked, sash window straight onto kitchen porter area so noise from early in a morning. Tv perched on a floor standing tv stand so you couldn’t really see it from the bed. Lovely old historic building but that doesn’t mean they should of let standards drop which unfortunately they have
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

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

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Another great stay at the imperial, friendly staff, lovely breakfast, comfortable room.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

Imperial Hotel take over disappoints

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Theresa

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old building in Blackpool that years ago would have been very classy, still good & an experience that will stay with you. room fine breakfast good, about 1000 y from Blackpool proper but trams & buses just outside. Fleetwood ferry worth visit bay spectacular when tide out
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

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