Local Reviews
In September 2014, Wickerman28 said about Holiday Inn Preston
I was down from Scotland to meet some of my friends at the Arsenal game in Liverpool at Goodison Park. I couldn't get a train back home to Glasgow that night due to the late kick off so i needed a cheap place to stay. Worked out cheaper staying in Preston for a train home at lunchtime the next day.
I was slightly suspicious due to how cheap the room was at just £55 on HotelStayUK. I needn't have worried. The hotel was just 5 mins from the station. Plenty of nightlife and shopping close by. The room was immaculate,decent sized tv with plenty of channels and tea/coffee making facilities. Popped in for a pint in the bar which is very spacious as well. Breakfast was included in the rate and there was a fantastic choice. I had a full English, toast, coffee and a few of their excellent mini danish pastries. Everything was cooked just right and you were just able to help yourself.
All in all a great value deal and i'll certainly be back in the future if i need a stopover. Would highly recommend to anyone.
I was slightly suspicious due to how cheap the room was at just £55 on HotelStayUK. I needn't have worried. The hotel was just 5 mins from the station. Plenty of nightlife and shopping close by. The room was immaculate,decent sized tv with plenty of channels and tea/coffee making facilities. Popped in for a pint in the bar which is very spacious as well. Breakfast was included in the rate and there was a fantastic choice. I had a full English, toast, coffee and a few of their excellent mini danish pastries. Everything was cooked just right and you were just able to help yourself.
All in all a great value deal and i'll certainly be back in the future if i need a stopover. Would highly recommend to anyone.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In September 2014, Chris M said about Holiday Inn Preston
I stayed at this hotel for the second time this year in early September and for three nights.
The hotel is centrally located on the main ring road around Preston whilst the City Centre is less than a five minute walk.
Limited parking is available at the hotel which I was fortunate to get a space all three days although alternative parking is available at the Bus Station opposite and is discounted by reception.
Reception is on the first floor and can be reached either by stairs or lift whilst check in was completed fairly quickly and as a member of the hotel loyalty scheme I was offered some additional points or a free drink at the bar.
My room was on the top floor (7th) and overlooked the main road although noise was not an issue during the stay as there is noise excluders in use. Air con is available in the room and I think this may have been replaced since my last stay as the units were very powerful and kept the room nice and cool.
The room itself was clean and well maintained with no visible housekeeping issues. It is starting to look a little tired as it has been a whilst since they were refurbed, however it was more than suitable for a few nights.
The bed was comfortable and I had a decent nights sleep each night. There was no internal noise within the hotel at all whilst noise from the street wasn't bad either due to the extra glazing.
I had breakfast on two of the mornings I stayed and there was a decent choice available which was fresh and of decent quality. I went for breakfast first thing both mornings. On the Friday it was quite peaceful, however there was a coach party there on the Sunday and it was much busier so if there is a coach party in the hotel and you aren't in a hurry it may be quieter later on in the breakfast service. Although it was busy the staff were prepared for it and there was no shortage or wait for food.
I also ate in the hotel on two nights, ordering room service both nights. I had a beef burger the first night which was very nice and was clearly handmade rather than frozen which was good whilst on the second night I had the Cajun chicken burger which to be honest was the best Cajun chicken I have had in years. Whoever made it was not shy with the spices and it was cooked how it should be so thumbs up there.
On the whole the hotel was clean, comfortable and I had a good nights sleep whilst the food I had was good so I'd definitely return in the future.
The hotel is centrally located on the main ring road around Preston whilst the City Centre is less than a five minute walk.
Limited parking is available at the hotel which I was fortunate to get a space all three days although alternative parking is available at the Bus Station opposite and is discounted by reception.
Reception is on the first floor and can be reached either by stairs or lift whilst check in was completed fairly quickly and as a member of the hotel loyalty scheme I was offered some additional points or a free drink at the bar.
My room was on the top floor (7th) and overlooked the main road although noise was not an issue during the stay as there is noise excluders in use. Air con is available in the room and I think this may have been replaced since my last stay as the units were very powerful and kept the room nice and cool.
The room itself was clean and well maintained with no visible housekeeping issues. It is starting to look a little tired as it has been a whilst since they were refurbed, however it was more than suitable for a few nights.
The bed was comfortable and I had a decent nights sleep each night. There was no internal noise within the hotel at all whilst noise from the street wasn't bad either due to the extra glazing.
I had breakfast on two of the mornings I stayed and there was a decent choice available which was fresh and of decent quality. I went for breakfast first thing both mornings. On the Friday it was quite peaceful, however there was a coach party there on the Sunday and it was much busier so if there is a coach party in the hotel and you aren't in a hurry it may be quieter later on in the breakfast service. Although it was busy the staff were prepared for it and there was no shortage or wait for food.
I also ate in the hotel on two nights, ordering room service both nights. I had a beef burger the first night which was very nice and was clearly handmade rather than frozen which was good whilst on the second night I had the Cajun chicken burger which to be honest was the best Cajun chicken I have had in years. Whoever made it was not shy with the spices and it was cooked how it should be so thumbs up there.
On the whole the hotel was clean, comfortable and I had a good nights sleep whilst the food I had was good so I'd definitely return in the future.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In May 2021, Nicoladudziak J said about Mercure Bolton Georgian House Hotel
The staff from the moment we arrived were fantastic but need to give a shout out to Julie #bruiser she is amazing made us feel like part of the team. The food was excellent thank you chef had a great stay
Thank you team Bolton
From team Sheffield
Thank you team Bolton
From team Sheffield
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In June 2021, timetoflyLancashire said about Mercure Bolton Georgian House Hotel
Birthday treat of afternoon tea at the Georgian House Hotel.
Lovely food and brilliant service.
Irene and Julie are lovely. A credit to the staff, pleasant, chatty, obviously good friends and nothing was too much trouble for either of them
Would definitely recommend.
Lovely food and brilliant service.
Irene and Julie are lovely. A credit to the staff, pleasant, chatty, obviously good friends and nothing was too much trouble for either of them
Would definitely recommend.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In July 2021, Katie76 said about Mercure Bolton Georgian House Hotel
We’re on our last night of 3 and nobody has been in our room to take rubbish or replace anything. 2 Paper cups were provided, no spoons, just 2 wooden stirrers so we went out to buy our own mugs, coffee and borrowed spoons from the bar. The premier inn we stayed a night in en route was far better equipped.
It’s grim as we don’t have access to anything to clean the room ourselves - my partner took a bag of rubbish down to reception as we didn’t know what else to do with it. Goodness knows what happens with longer stays - I’d be tempted to make more than one booking and change room midway through if that’s what it takes. We should have been warned and our room should have been adequately stocked for 3 nights - with an extra towel, enough toilet paper etc.
There’s no fridge, no air con and our room overlooks a very busy road so bring ear plugs if you’re a light sleeper and don’t want to sleep in a sauna.
The room is spacious but shamefully tired. Like everyone had said, It’s 2 decades overdue for an upgrade and really devalues the Mercure brand.
That all said, dinner in the bar was lovely and the staff couldn’t have been better. I feel for them as the hotel is clearly understaffed and they are so friendly and helpful. Parking was easy and it’s close to a great retail outlet with some good restaurants and shops. We enjoyed a meal at Wagamama.
It’s grim as we don’t have access to anything to clean the room ourselves - my partner took a bag of rubbish down to reception as we didn’t know what else to do with it. Goodness knows what happens with longer stays - I’d be tempted to make more than one booking and change room midway through if that’s what it takes. We should have been warned and our room should have been adequately stocked for 3 nights - with an extra towel, enough toilet paper etc.
There’s no fridge, no air con and our room overlooks a very busy road so bring ear plugs if you’re a light sleeper and don’t want to sleep in a sauna.
The room is spacious but shamefully tired. Like everyone had said, It’s 2 decades overdue for an upgrade and really devalues the Mercure brand.
That all said, dinner in the bar was lovely and the staff couldn’t have been better. I feel for them as the hotel is clearly understaffed and they are so friendly and helpful. Parking was easy and it’s close to a great retail outlet with some good restaurants and shops. We enjoyed a meal at Wagamama.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In July 2021, Blaggard1 said about Mercure Bolton Georgian House Hotel
First thing say is that the hotel is incredibly cheap and therefore good value for money so the below should be considered with this in mind - you cannot criticise such value - i have been using this hotel for 10 years and during such it’s got older without any apparent significant investment - rooms all seem in a similar old and threadbare condition - bathrooms are from the last century - hotel colleagues seem to be going through the motions and often seen sat out the back of reception which is often a telling sign , gym and pool open albeit fully booked when tried to use - fairly depressing stay but will return post a refurb , should such happen
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In August 2021, khawaja Mushtaq said about Mercure Bolton Georgian House Hotel
Absolutely superb hotel. Very classy, Check in was a breeze, had my room ready the moment I got there, which was a little early to normal check in time. Breakfast staff MARMITE, GERMAINE, LYDIIA are very nice and very good customer service and very friendly.Front desk staff CHRIS and SHEILA and night staff are great and very helpfull. Sheila arranged to extend our rooms in short notice while hotel was fully packed I suggest to management to promote them in higher level ,Room was tidied up everyday with new towels and a freshly made bed which was nice to come back to. Will definitely stay here again if in town. Highly recommended.
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In September 2014, thefrancophile said about Holiday Inn Preston
This was our first ever stay in a Holiday Inn and it won't be the last.
We stayed one night on a stopover en route to Scotland.
Room was very quiet despite overlooking a busy road junction and we slept well.
Breakfast was superb - great choice of quality cooked items, lovely pastries and all very well presented. Probably the best hotel breakfast I have had for many a year.
Highly recommended.
We stayed one night on a stopover en route to Scotland.
Room was very quiet despite overlooking a busy road junction and we slept well.
Breakfast was superb - great choice of quality cooked items, lovely pastries and all very well presented. Probably the best hotel breakfast I have had for many a year.
Highly recommended.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In September 2014, NorthSomersetMike said about Holiday Inn Preston
Stayed here for just 1 night as a convenient stopping off point. The staff were extremely helpful and accommodating. The room and bathroom were large and clean and tidy. There was a good choice of food in the restaurant and the prices were reasonable. There is car parking on a first come first serve basis. If you can't find a space, there is a public car park immediately next door so very convenient.
Definitely well above average for a city centre hotel in terms of staff courtesy!
Definitely well above average for a city centre hotel in terms of staff courtesy!
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In September 2014, ClareypopsEdinburgh said about Holiday Inn Preston
Stayed here for one Saturday night. Staff were helpful and check in was quick. We stayed on the top floor which was quiet. The room itself was very small and we had a tiny bathroom. We couldn't open the windows but there was very good air conditioning. We were rudely woken up at 7 am with an automatic alarm call - despite the fact we hadn't ordered one !!!! We were told that there was a problem with their system and we weren't the only ones. Great quality breakfast, very well presented and lots of choice.
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