The Imperial Hotel

4.0 star property
Sandy fun near Blackpool Illuminations and Winter Gardens

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Exterior
Daily full breakfast for a fee
Indoor wedding
Deluxe Quadruple Room, Sea View
Reception

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Parking available
  • Business services
The current price is AU$135
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan

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

Standard Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(170 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(66 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

Standard Double Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Premium Family room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Deluxe Quadruple Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

About the area

Blackpool

At The Imperial Hotel you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of popular places like Winter Gardens and Blackpool Illuminations. Highlights at this beach hotel include a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a 24-hour business centre. .The restaurant, Palm Court, is open for breakfast and dinner. No. 10 Bar is the hotel's own pub. Meeting rooms and conference space are among the business amenities offered. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7 AM and 10 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class North Shore hotel include Blackpool Tower and Blackpool Pleasure Beach.

What's nearby

  • Funny Girls - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Mecca Bingo - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • North Pier - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Winter Gardens - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Blackpool Illuminations - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

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

Sandy fun near Blackpool Illuminations and Winter Gardens
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 centre and meeting rooms.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, an arcade/games 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
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1867
  • Deli
  • Business centre (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
  • Games room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • 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 baths or showers and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7 AM to 10 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

Restaurants on site

  • No. 10 Bar
  • Palm Court

Things to do

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1867
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV

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
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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 10.0 per day.

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 all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children aged 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

Is parking available at The Imperial Hotel?

Yep, The Imperial Hotel has an uncovered self car park for GBP 14 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

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

As of 9 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Imperial Hotel on 19 Jan 2026 start from AU$135.40, including 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.

Are there any beaches close to The Imperial Hotel?

Yep, The Imperial Hotel is a short 17-minute walk from Blackpool Beach.

Is The Imperial Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals, an arcade and laundry facilities, it's no surprise that The Imperial Hotel is a hit with families.

Does The Imperial Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, travelers are hooked on the full brekkie here! Served daily from 7 AM to 10 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Imperial Hotel?

No, The Imperial Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Imperial Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Imperial Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

The Imperial Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 613 out of 1310 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 380 out of 1310 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 189 out of 1310 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 82 out of 1310 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 46 out of 1310 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location very good for short walk into town. Good parking facilities. Great breakfast. Good bar and regular evening entertainment. Rooms good. Staff excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Zoe

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Avoid at all cost
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Mark

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Draughty, dirty around the restaurant windows. Cold and depressing. Used to be a lovely hotel, but living in the past unfortunately. Very noisy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Norman

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

8/10 Good

Lee

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Blackpool in storm Amy

The room was dingy,damaged furniture, torn stained bed linen, bathroom dirty needs an upgrade. The Hotel is a lovely old building
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Travelled with family
Everything was provided. The food was really good both breakfast and an evening meal in the bar.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

8/10 Good

karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were nice. They had a boxing event in the hotel with 350 people wandering everywhere and we were never told about it to cancel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Conal

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Nigel

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Needs a bit of TLC
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay at the imperial again great breackfast and enjoyed the singers in the evening entertainment.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely staff, spacious room and central
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sheila

The room we had was really good as it was a four bed we had so much room as there was only two of us, breakfast really good, would stop again thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernest

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked everything can't fault the place great value
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
No heating in the room. Hotel staff provided oil filled electric Heater. The lack of heating was a known problem that had not been repaired.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old hotel on the seafront. Extra charge for parking was not expected and no electric charge point.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Petrina

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

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice and quiet and all the staff was wonderful people
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025