Local Reviews
In May 2009, palewriter said about Holiday Inn Preston
I arrived in Preston on a grim December day, and getting to the Holiday Inn on foot was not the easiest task. My heart sank when I saw the hotel, as it bore more than a passing resemblance to a 1970s municipal car-park. AND it was more or less situated in the middle of a ring-road on the A6!
However, this is one hotel you shouldn't just by its drab exterior. Although the public areas of the hotel are fairly average, I was pretty impressed by the room, which was a cut above what I usually expect when travelling for work. The room was spotlessly clean and very modern, with a good bathroom, plasma TV and even a mini-bar (though it's motion-activated, so if you move something while being nosy you might be charged for it!)
The hotel also manages to turn its urban location into a positive. My room had floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the ring road, but there was something beautiful about the lights of the town and the traffic! And what's more, despite the close proximity to a motorway, the hotel was really quiet - good double-glazing, obviously.
I didn't eat at the hotel so can't comment on the restaurant or the breakfast on offer. My only negative comment would be that the pillows on the bed were hard - but then that's probably my fault, as there was a 'pillow menu' on offer that I didn't take advantage of!
However, this is one hotel you shouldn't just by its drab exterior. Although the public areas of the hotel are fairly average, I was pretty impressed by the room, which was a cut above what I usually expect when travelling for work. The room was spotlessly clean and very modern, with a good bathroom, plasma TV and even a mini-bar (though it's motion-activated, so if you move something while being nosy you might be charged for it!)
The hotel also manages to turn its urban location into a positive. My room had floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the ring road, but there was something beautiful about the lights of the town and the traffic! And what's more, despite the close proximity to a motorway, the hotel was really quiet - good double-glazing, obviously.
I didn't eat at the hotel so can't comment on the restaurant or the breakfast on offer. My only negative comment would be that the pillows on the bed were hard - but then that's probably my fault, as there was a 'pillow menu' on offer that I didn't take advantage of!
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In June 2009, Andrew S said about Holiday Inn Preston
Got a cheap rate through Sky Perks - 38 GBP for a twin, room only. Check in was fast and frendly. As a priority club member you get free wifi to use in the bar and a free newpaper at weekdays. The inside is much nicer than the outside, the bar and restauant look modern with large windows. The rooms were a tad on the small size (Compared to the Macdonald Manchester) but were clean with a comfey beds and a very clean bathroom. LCD TV. Good shower. The rooms were quiet despite being next to ringway. Good air con in the room.
Paid an extra for 6.75 GBP for the breakfast which was well worth it, very good selection of a buffet style and good quality and service. In fact a friend actually liked the breakfast more here than the Macdonald Manchester.
Central to the city centre so ideal if going out and get a cheap rate.
Paid an extra for 6.75 GBP for the breakfast which was well worth it, very good selection of a buffet style and good quality and service. In fact a friend actually liked the breakfast more here than the Macdonald Manchester.
Central to the city centre so ideal if going out and get a cheap rate.
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In June 2009, joebfc said about Holiday Inn Preston
I choose this hotel as we reguarly stay over in preston to visit friends. having tried sevral of prestons hotels we finally decided to give the holiday Inn ago. what a suprise this is by far the best hotel we have stayed at in the area. From the warm friendly arrival to the immpresively clean room with a modern TV. Every staff member we came in contact was friendly. If you want a drink or food, my advice is not to think its a hotel it will be dear they had plenty of offers on. For once we could invite our friends for a drink and not be embarresed by the prices. To be honest even if they had of been dear the bar was so relaxing and service was so friendly we would of payed it.
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In May 2017, debsywalker said about Mercure Bolton Georgian House Hotel
For a one night business stop this ticks all boxes. Good food, flexible breakfast times with fresh food, good sized rooms and had no sleep issues. Value priced hotel with free parking. Feel the public areas need a facelift to fit in with Mercure brand. Didn't use leisure facilities but good to know they are there.
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In June 2017, Wendy V said about Mercure Bolton Georgian House Hotel
Fabulous hotel and simply cannot fault it! Extremely spacious rooms, extremely clean and immaculate. Toiletry supplies fabulous and hairdryer excellent. Staff very helpful and breakfast consisted of a huge array of food/drinks which were all fresh and constantly filled up. Pool area and factilities again, very clean, staff very helpful and fabulous facilities.
One of the best hotels we have ever stayed in and exceptional value for money.
One of the best hotels we have ever stayed in and exceptional value for money.
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In June 2017, lisa b said about Mercure Bolton Georgian House Hotel
Lovely clean place.only stopped one night whilst my daughter went to the festival at park life.would have liked to have tried the facilities.had a lovely breakfast.could have as much has wanted.staff very friendly and helpful.
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In June 2017, MPP33383 said about Mercure Bolton Georgian House Hotel
I travelled to this hotel with a group and we were touring Lancashire. I had previously ordered a mobility scooter as my husband has walking difficulties. Imagine my surprise when entering our room - it was equipped for a disabled/wheelchair user ! The 'wardrobe' was a metal bar protruding from the wall, enclosed in a wood surround with 5 hangers of mixed styles. There was no drawer space at all apart from a deep drawer containing a duvet. This we removed and used the space but there was not enough room for us both to use so I kept most of my clothes in my case. We were staying for 4 nights so we had several changes of clothes. The bathroom was for a wheelchair user with a very low hand basin and 'pen' styled enclosure around the shower. Our room was in the front of the hotel so we heard traffic thunder past all the time. The staff however, were very helpful and friendly but some needed guidance when operating the bars. Overall, our room and the rest of the hotel was kept very clean and was well decorated. In conclusion, I would only recommend this hotel for business use/overnight.
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In June 2017, John-Lorraine said about Mercure Bolton Georgian House Hotel
Well appointed rooms with comfortable beds, great British breakfast, helpful staff with good facilities. The hotel is well positioned for access to motorways with lovely grounds a pleased decor and view across to moors.
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In June 2017, Jack G said about Mercure Bolton Georgian House Hotel
I can see there are mixed reviews about this hotel but can honestly say it's quite nice. I stayed 2 nights and had the suite on the first night which is excellent. Large room with separate sitting room. 2 large TVs , robes , slippers even a nespresso machine. The bathroom was spotless and shower large and powerful.
The second night I had a normal room and although it was smaller and none of the extras , it was still clean and comfortable.
Staff seemed friendly, breakfast was adequate, overall good value.
The second night I had a normal room and although it was smaller and none of the extras , it was still clean and comfortable.
Staff seemed friendly, breakfast was adequate, overall good value.
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In June 2017, Sugar said about Mercure Bolton Georgian House Hotel
Reasonably priced,smelt of cleaning products which isn't a bad thing, room clean,tidy not a big room but a decent nights sleep. Breakfast was buffet style all you can each,for the price not bad at all.
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