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About the Hotel

24-28 Charnley Road, Blackpool, United Kingdom, FY1 4PF

Balin Helmshore Hotel is situated in Blackpool, just a short walk from the sandy beach and iconic Blackpool Pier. Its prime location places guests within close proximity to popular attractions including Winter Gardens and Madame Tussauds. The hotel offers a variety of amenities and serves traditional meals, making it suitable for families visiting the renowned seaside resort.

Location

The hotel is located approximately 5 minutes' drive from Blackpool Pleasure Beach, which is famous for its rollercoasters and attractions. The nearest airport, Liverpool John Lennon Airport, is about 62 miles away. Guests can easily access local points of interest, including the Opera House Theatre and Stanley Park, enhancing their stay.

Rooms

The hotel features quadruple and triple rooms equipped with en suite bathrooms that include showers and complimentary toiletries. Each room includes a wardrobe, heating, and a flat-screen TV for guest comfort. Upper floor rooms are accessible via lift. Additional amenities in the rooms include tea and coffee making facilities and an electric kettle.

Eat & Drink

Guests can enjoy a complimentary full breakfast daily, featuring cereal, fruit juice, and hot beverages. The on-site restaurant serves evening meals such as a roast of the day and homemade soup. There is also a lounge bar where guests can relax with drinks after a day of activities.

Leisure & Business

Balin Helmshore Hotel provides a games room where guests can play a round of pool. Recreational options include access to a fitness center and opportunities for leisure activities nearby. The property also offers free WiFi, luggage storage, and private parking for GBP 5 per day.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double Room

Max:

2 persons

9 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Heating

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Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

15 m²

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2 Single beds

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Triple Room

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3 persons

16 m²

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3 Single beds

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Getting around

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City Center

Blackpool1000 ft

Airports

Blackpool International (BLK) 3.0 mi

Manchester (MAN) 57.9 mi

Train

Pleasure Beach Railway Station 1.9 mi

Bus

Bus stop2000 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spotless and Comfortable

“The room I stayed in was absolutely spotless and very comfortable, providing a perfect retreat after a day of exploring.” view full review

Excellent Shower

“The shower had great pressure and lovely hot water, making for a refreshing experience that I looked forward to each morning.” view full review

Inviting Space

“The living area was cozy and well-decorated, creating a welcoming environment to relax in after a busy day.” view full review

Convenient Setup

“The self-catering facilities were well-equipped, allowing me to prepare meals easily and enjoy a homely experience.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Parking
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Baggage storage
Elevator
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Golf course
Pool tables

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs
Board games
Game room

Spa & Leisure

Aqua park
Leisure/ TV room
Public Bath

Room features

Heating
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

24-28 Charnley Road, Blackpool, United Kingdom, FY1 4PF

Map view

24-28 Charnley Road, Blackpool, United Kingdom, FY1 4PF

City landmarks

The Promenade

The Blackpool Tower

2100 ft

Promenade

Central Pier

3800 ft

87-89 Central Promenade

Madame Tussauds Blackpool

2400 ft

Harbor

North Pier

1.0 mi

Parks

Blackpool Pleasure Beach

1.6 mi

Amusement Park

Sandcastle Water Park

1.5 mi

Zoo

Blackpool Zoo

1.5 mi

Tower Festival Headland

Comedy Carpet

4200 ft

Gallery

The Grundy Art Gallery

3000 ft

Parks

Stanley Park

4600 ft

Libraries

Blackpool Central Library

2800 ft

Harbor

South Pier

1.4 mi

Rigby Road

Bannatyne Health Club & Spa

2200 ft

Nearby

The Golden Mile

Blackpool Illuminations

1800 ft

Aquarium

Sea Life Blackpool

2000 ft

Central Promenade

Coral Island

1400 ft

97 Church St

Winter Gardens Blackpool

1900 ft

Shopping Area

Houndshill Shopping Centre

1400 ft

Winter Gardens 97 Church Street

Opera House

1100 ft

Squires Gate Lane Hangar 42

Lytham St Annes Spitfire Visitor Centre

900 ft

45 - 59 The Promenade The Golden Mile

Star Trek: The Exhibition

1500 ft

Church

St John's Church

1200 ft

Shopping Area

The Regent

1400 ft

Promenade

1300 ft

Church

Sacred Heart Church

1900 ft

Blackpool FY1 4NY

The Winter Gardens

900 ft

Central Dr

Coral Island Casino

1000 ft

Bank Hey St

The Blackpool Tower Dungeon

1400 ft

44 Church St

Escape Room Centre

1300 ft

Bonny St Promenade

Star Trek Filmwelt Center Exhibition

1400 ft

Restaurants

Yorkshire Fisheries

2100 ft

16 Topping Street

Munchys Cafe

600 ft

50A Coronation Street

Dales Diner

400 ft

82 Coronation Street

Jacqui's

500 ft

92A Coronation Street

103 Cafe

700 ft

103 Coronation Street

The Albert and The Lion

1900 ft

Promenade

Lowery Cafe

900 ft

28 Coronation Street

Palma Cafe

1000 ft

16-20 Central Drive

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

82%

liked the hotel and would stay again

8.2/10

Great

Rooms

7.7

Location

8.7

Service

8.7

Dining

8.7

Doris

United Kingdom, May 2024

8.2/10

The hotel is situated on the famous Charnley Road, a short 5-minute walk from Blackpool city centre, the Houndshill shopping center, and the Winter Gardens. The location is convenient for exploring the area, although some parts appear run down and tired. The hotel offers a good breakfast and has friendly and helpful staff for a pleasant stay.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms needed some redecorating in places and felt a bit stuffy at times, but a fan was provided for comfort. Although small, they served their purpose adequately.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent and well situated at any time of the day. The staff seemed very friendly, accommodating, and willing to assist with any requests or needs during our stay.

Location

8.0

The hotel is located on Charnley Road, which is a convenient spot near the seafront and the city center. The friendly and helpful staff make evenings enjoyable, and the morning breakfast offers a good start to the day.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was fantastic with a lot of choices and well-cooked meals. The staff were friendly and attentive to our needs, ensuring a great start to the day with plenty of options.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers regional products and amenities to cater to guests' needs, ensuring a pleasant and comfortable stay.

Victoria

United Kingdom, March 2024

8.6/10

The hotel offers comfortable rooms with everything we needed, a nice bar, and a high ceiling, all at a close of £80 per night. It was a comfortable and clean stay. The service was top-notch with attentive staff and lots of breakfast choices, but there were minor issues with language barriers and technical amenities. The location is excellent, just a short walk from popular attractions, although some room aspects could be improved. The dining experience was delightful with a variety of options. Overall, a good value for money stay.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms had everything we needed, a nice bar, and a high ceiling. They were comfortable and clean.

Service

8.0

The staff couldn't do enough for us and provided lots of breakfast choices. They were helpful and polite during our stay.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is great, just a short walk to the promenade, tower, and shopping center. It's on Charnley Road, known for its convenience, but some room features affected our stay.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was very nice with a variety of options including fruit juice, tea/coffee, and a full English breakfast.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel facilities were satisfactory and met our needs during the stay.

Jason

United Kingdom, March 2024

8.2/10

The hotel's location is convenient, really near Blackpool Tower and all the shops, making it a good budget-friendly choice for a one-night stay. The rooms, although needing updating and a bit small, served the purpose for a quick rest, particularly with a slight disturbance from the nearby alleyway. The service provided was exceptional, always friendly, and the staff went out of their way to ensure a pleasant stay. The dining experience was delightful with a nice breakfast, friendly staff, and even a handy bar for evening drinks. Overall, a very nice place to stay for a short visit.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were a bit small and needed updating, but they did the job for a quick rest.

Service

9.0

The staff was all very nice and helpful, providing a brilliant service throughout my stay.

Location

9.0

The hotel is perfectly located on Charnley Road, just a short walk from Blackpool city center, Houndshill shopping center, and the Winter Gardens.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was excellent, with lovely staff, a nice breakfast, and a convenient bar for evening drinks.