Local Reviews
In August 2019, Roland D said about Holiday Inn Preston
This hotel is a comfortable 15 minute walk from the station, although you may wish to take a taxi at night as the roads between the Town Hall and hotel are quite deserted. The staff on check in were friendly and helpful, not least as I arrived at the same time as a coachload of Dutch students.
I have stayed here many times before and was pleasantly surprised by the face lift. A rather plain 1960s building has been transformed. The public areas are attractive, airy and comfortable. I had a nice drink in the bar, where again the staff were friendly - although the friendliest staff member is the head waitress who supervised breakfast, always with a ready smile.
My bedroom was small but perfectly formed and, again, had had a lovely make over. The desk chair and the easy chair are two of the most comfortable I have ever sat in, as was the bed to sleep in. There is an iron and board, tea and coffee making facilities, a safe. I would have liked a chain on the door, merely for peace of mind, and clearly there used to be as part of it was left. The bathroom was also well-appointed.
Breakfast was good, with all the dishes in the buffet freshly prepared.
I have stayed here many times before and was pleasantly surprised by the face lift. A rather plain 1960s building has been transformed. The public areas are attractive, airy and comfortable. I had a nice drink in the bar, where again the staff were friendly - although the friendliest staff member is the head waitress who supervised breakfast, always with a ready smile.
My bedroom was small but perfectly formed and, again, had had a lovely make over. The desk chair and the easy chair are two of the most comfortable I have ever sat in, as was the bed to sleep in. There is an iron and board, tea and coffee making facilities, a safe. I would have liked a chain on the door, merely for peace of mind, and clearly there used to be as part of it was left. The bathroom was also well-appointed.
Breakfast was good, with all the dishes in the buffet freshly prepared.
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In August 2019, Teesside1 said about Holiday Inn Preston
This was the first time i have been to Preston,and stayed at the Holiday Inn,after a pretty stressful journey due to traffic congestion,and missing the entrance to the hotel, when i finally made it, and checked in by Jenny who was so bubbly and cheerful, after i explained my journey,the room was very clean, and the bed very comfy, i decided i wanted to see the towns didnt know how to get thereby went to the bar and asked Sean,who is a very polite team member, and very informative, after i asked him how to get to the town, he showed me directions, and also again later in the evening when i asked if he could recommend a good indian restaurant, he did ,and the meal was fantastic, the lad never stopped working he was also on breakfast duty, and always helping people i noticed, what a credit to the holiday inn team.I only stayed one night but enjoyed my stay, at this really wonderful hotel, not forgetting Georgina on check out who was also very friendly and bubbly,they have excellent members of staff,who are there if you need anything. Thank you for a great stay.
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In September 2019, jj-the-jetsetter said about Holiday Inn Preston
As we have mobility difficulties, the efficient receptionist kindly gave us a vacant disabled room which was huge and of course with all the handrails, lowered sinks etc for people more disabled than ourselves.
Staff were friendly and helpful. From other comments, the hotel has had a facelift, but its still pretty soul-less - you could be anywhere in the world.
We dined in on the Friday night, but due to one of the many coach parties taking up the dining room, we had to eat in the bar - not something we like to do amongst all the drinkers. The food itself was typical chain corporate food - designed by accountants. Tastless and portions far too large - other establishments are now starting to offer two sizes of main course, for those of us with smaller appetites and a hate of so much uneaten food going into the bin. Large portions do not make up for rubbish food. We were at a formal dinner locally on the Saturday night, so did not eat in.
The two breakfasts were another example of cheap ingredients - I usually like black sausage, but this was inedible.
Staff were friendly and helpful. From other comments, the hotel has had a facelift, but its still pretty soul-less - you could be anywhere in the world.
We dined in on the Friday night, but due to one of the many coach parties taking up the dining room, we had to eat in the bar - not something we like to do amongst all the drinkers. The food itself was typical chain corporate food - designed by accountants. Tastless and portions far too large - other establishments are now starting to offer two sizes of main course, for those of us with smaller appetites and a hate of so much uneaten food going into the bin. Large portions do not make up for rubbish food. We were at a formal dinner locally on the Saturday night, so did not eat in.
The two breakfasts were another example of cheap ingredients - I usually like black sausage, but this was inedible.
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In September 2019, Nick F said about Holiday Inn Preston
I wouldn't visit this hotel again (I am a Platinum elite member of IHG) The car park was nothing short of total chaos. Reception is on the first floor that you have access via a lobby so in the lift (wait, wait, wait) off at 1st floor, check in, back to the lift (wait, wait, wait) off at floor 6 (members floor) which is crazy as we had to wait the longest for the lift each time? arrival at hotel to room time was over 40 mins and we were the only guests checking in!
The room was tiny, my wife and I had to literally squeeze past each to move around the room. Our window would only slide open around 4 inches (100 mm) due to (according to the manager) Health and safety??? never heard of this legislation? In reality it was because the window style is so outdated that they are protecting themselves due to insurance, but we have the discomfort. I appreciate that there was a small a/c unit, but we do not like to use these for differing reasons, so the room was too hot. In fairness the manager he did provide a fan of sorts which helped a little.
Staff were very friendly and the breakfast was a good standard, however, the whole relaxation in the room experience and car park rated 0 stars, the 3 star rating was for the staff
Better and more comfortable hotels in the area...avoid this one
The room was tiny, my wife and I had to literally squeeze past each to move around the room. Our window would only slide open around 4 inches (100 mm) due to (according to the manager) Health and safety??? never heard of this legislation? In reality it was because the window style is so outdated that they are protecting themselves due to insurance, but we have the discomfort. I appreciate that there was a small a/c unit, but we do not like to use these for differing reasons, so the room was too hot. In fairness the manager he did provide a fan of sorts which helped a little.
Staff were very friendly and the breakfast was a good standard, however, the whole relaxation in the room experience and car park rated 0 stars, the 3 star rating was for the staff
Better and more comfortable hotels in the area...avoid this one
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In September 2019, kingsleycraven said about Holiday Inn Preston
Great location, clean, smart rooms and bright well decorated public areas.
Wonderfully friendly staff throughout- reception, bar and at breakfast! Really made our reunion. Incredibly good value accommodation and breakfast add on.
Lifts are a bit slow!
Wonderfully friendly staff throughout- reception, bar and at breakfast! Really made our reunion. Incredibly good value accommodation and breakfast add on.
Lifts are a bit slow!
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In October 2019, doreen79 said about Holiday Inn Preston
Lovely hotel two things annoyed us .did not get in our room till 3 45 in the afternoon. Which is late they did compensate with two free drinks vouchers for the bar also we went out four time and evertime the door key did not work so back down stairs again to reception to have it sorted .very nice clean rooms fab breakfast all help your self continental or full English very nice staff
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In October 2019, Sara C said about Holiday Inn Preston
Stayed here for 5 nights during a business trip and must say the best Holiday inn I have stayed in in a long time. Staff were friendly and welcoming both on reception and the bar/restaurant.
Modern styling in communal and bedrooms, all clean and tidy.
Food in restaurant is good with a wide choice. Starbucks coffee in bar was a bonus. Will definitely stay here again.
Modern styling in communal and bedrooms, all clean and tidy.
Food in restaurant is good with a wide choice. Starbucks coffee in bar was a bonus. Will definitely stay here again.
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In October 2019, Kay said about Holiday Inn Preston
Considering this is at the budget end of Hotels, I was very pleasantly surprised. The staff were both efficient, friendly and helpful. The rooms were a decent size and very clean and well equipped. There is free parking at the hotel too.
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In December 2019, Lee M said about Holiday Inn Preston
Stayed 1 night. Parking is limited but managed to find a space at 730pm. However later that evening I noticed I was blocked in but luckily it had moved by the time I needed to leave in the morning.
Staff very friendly especially the girls on checkin.
Room was fine except the lighting which was not great when fitting my contact lenses lol.. Nice message written by the Housekeeper saying she hoped I enjoyed my stay. batteries needed replacing in the TV control which I mentioned when checking out.
Nice bar and lovely breakfast.
Staff very friendly especially the girls on checkin.
Room was fine except the lighting which was not great when fitting my contact lenses lol.. Nice message written by the Housekeeper saying she hoped I enjoyed my stay. batteries needed replacing in the TV control which I mentioned when checking out.
Nice bar and lovely breakfast.
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In December 2019, Mark H said about Holiday Inn Preston
This hotel exceeded expectations. For the price I expected from but tolerable in reality I was cheerfully greeted on arrival; they knew of my booking immediately and I was handed a room key very quickly.
The room was nice and comfortable twin bed but I was alone so no issue there. The bed was softer than I would normally choose but was actually very comfortable. Most importantly for me the room had a bath not just a shower.
The restaurant serves basic but good food and wine at reasonable prices. Service was prompt and friendly.
Breakfast was excellent. All served at a good temperature and the black pudding was perfectly cooked.
Parking is too limited for the number of rooms; they really should comp parking at the bus station car park next door. Other than this the hotel is far better than I would ever have expected.
The room was nice and comfortable twin bed but I was alone so no issue there. The bed was softer than I would normally choose but was actually very comfortable. Most importantly for me the room had a bath not just a shower.
The restaurant serves basic but good food and wine at reasonable prices. Service was prompt and friendly.
Breakfast was excellent. All served at a good temperature and the black pudding was perfectly cooked.
Parking is too limited for the number of rooms; they really should comp parking at the bus station car park next door. Other than this the hotel is far better than I would ever have expected.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk