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Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel

4.0 star property

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Breakfast and dinner served
Bar (on property)
Reception
Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Bathroom
Terrace/patio

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Preston New Road Samelsbury, Samlesbury, Preston, England, PR5 0UJ
  • Place, Brockholes Nature Reserve
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Central Lancashire
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Samlesbury Hall
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Family Room, Multiple Beds (Standard Family Room 3)

Family Room, Multiple Beds (Standard Family Room 3)

Family Room, Multiple Beds (Standard Family Room 3)

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(50 reviews)
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Room, Multiple Beds (Standard Family Room 4)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room, Multiple Beds (Standard Family Room 4)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Preston

At Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel you'll be 0.8 km (0.5 mi) from Brockholes Nature Reserve and 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Deepdale. Highlights at this Victorian hotel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and LCD TVs. .The restaurant, Scottish Steak Club, serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Business amenities include meeting rooms and a conference centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a coffee shop/cafe. On weekend mornings full breakfast is served between 8 AM and 11 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Preston hotel include Samlesbury Hall and University of Central Lancashire.

What's nearby

  • Brockholes Nature Reserve - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Deepdale - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • University of Central Lancashire - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Samlesbury Hall - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Blackpool Illuminations - 36 min drive - 38.8 km

Getting around

  • Chorley Station - 11 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Five Guys - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Gamull - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel

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. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A fitness centre, a terrace, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at the business-friendly Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Preston hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 98 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1972
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel offers 98 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. A pillow menu is available. LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

This Preston hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site (GBP 5 per day)
  • Extended parking on site (GBP 10 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Weekend full breakfast available 8 AM to 11 AM for a fee: GBP 22 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Scottish Steak Club

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1972
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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 30
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 8 June 2025 to 31 December 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per stay
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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: from approximately GBP 22 per person
  • Self-parking fee: GBP 5 per day
  • Extended parking fee: GBP 10 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 30 (subject to availability)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel?

Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel?

Yep, Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel has a self car park for GBP 5 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Additionally there is extended parking for GBP 10 per day.

Does Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, our guests can't get enough of the full breakfast here! Available at weekends between 8 AM and 11 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel?

No, Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel?

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

Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 334 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 302 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 177 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 105 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 82 out of 1000 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sean

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

Great location

Great location close to motorway very friendly welcome
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just a very nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpfull staff, safe parking and good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable staff helpful overall really nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Tracy Mary Denise

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

Nice place to stay for holiday

It was nice, the staff were incredibly nice and the placecwas so quiet snd cosy
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming staff and a great breakfast also it has a lift grear for us oldies
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

ANDREW

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel with fantastic facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

pk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
quick check in/out large rooms very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carmelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, conveniently located.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Pleasant stay

Parking outside, easy to find, clean room, spacious
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel Beautiful room Staff really friendly Breakfast fantastic lots of choice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Carl

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very convenient nice safe hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan Williams, Annette Duxbury, Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice location next to the river. Excellent and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay, quiet room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Alasdair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient for the motorway network in the North West, very well priced accommodation, lovely views over the River Ribble and attentive, well-trained staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

pk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
nice big room and bathroom shwer excellent easy check in and out
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel with a river view and very comftable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
As a business user the Tickled Trout Hotel adequately provides for all my requirements. Location, parking, excellent friendly staff, clean comfortable rooms and a consistently good restaurant. I will be visiting again very soon.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service and staff very helpful and polite. Food was brilliant
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Property very tired and in need of a good clean Staff excellent and still good value
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel

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

Peace and quiet

Excellent Peaceful and comfortable Excellent food Excellent staff so friendly Would recommend for a quiet get away
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025