Imperial Hotel Blackpool

Firstly, thank you so much to all the staff for such an enjoyable stay! When we walked into the hotel, we were wowed by the grander of the building, with it's art deco features and panelling. Check in was a breeze, although our room was not ready at the time we checked in, but that didn't matter. We decided to check out the No 10 Bar, which was so cozy and good value for money. Once our room was ready, we decided not to use the lift and walk up the stairs to the 3rd floor. As we walked through the building, it was clear that this hotel is a really old girl and to be honest, the negative reviews only amplify how this is a grade 2 listed building and that work on the building is limited. She may be very old but remember, the Hotel is limited to what it can do, due to it's listed status. We got to the room and the Housekeeper had just finished servicing our room. We walked in and realised how cosy the room really was. We got a very comfy double bed, bedside tables, wall lights either side of the bed, a TV, a desk, a phone (which sadly didn't work!) plus chairs and a bath!!!!!! I live in a flat with a shower and have not had a bath in 2 and a half years and really enjoyed a really really hot soak. There was also a iron, safe and tea and coffee making facilities. We slept so well on the Egyptian Cotton Sheets under the thick dovet and woke up the next morning for Breakfast. What can I say about Breakfast... Well it was amazing. A selection of fruits, cereal, pancakes, toast and a cooked option. Plus you could go up as many times as you want. Plus we had a pot of coffee to ourselves too. That evening, we decided to have dinner in the Palm Court Restaurant. It was table service and was very reasonable for 2 people for 3 courses. I had the smoked Maceral, followed by the Shoulder of Lamb and then Icecream for desert. The staff, (as were all the staff throughout the hotel) were very attentive and polite.

Great location on the North side of Blackpool; close enough to all amenities, but also a quiet part of the town to relax. The hotel is beautiful and a great example of a luxury Victorian hotel. We informed the hotel before arriving we were booking for a special occasion and they upgraded us to the Windsor Suite, a really kind gesture and more than appreciated. It was great reading about the history of the hotel, famous visitors, and rooms such as the Dickens suite which was next door to our room, Churchill Suite, and Royal Suite. The food was good, staff were very friendly and we enjoyed our stay. You can understand why the Imperial Hotel has been a popular location for many years and how luxurious it must have been in times gone by.

Delicious Breakfast , plenty of choice from the hot and cold buffet and the quality was excellent, hot tea and coffee served to your table which is a nice touch. Room was lovely ,couldn`t fault the staff, comfortable and relaxing break. We asked if we could see the newly discovered Turkish Baths in the basement that are being renovated by Blackpool civic trust after being covered up for years , we were very fortunate to be allowed down , shown by a nice lady member of staff, we even met the General manager who assisted further with the "tour" . Lots of history in the Hotel its self , we shall return .

The breakfast was a buffet and was a very good breakfast. A lot of buffet breakfasts have terrible fried eggs. The eggs were good. Evening meals were really nice. Staff were brilliant. Room was clean. Bed and pillows were very comfortable. Lifts worked well, with a choice of two lifts.

The Imperial Hotel Grade 2 listed Victorian, is like staying at a working museum . The whole building is so special . I think people from every nation have an obligation to stay here and help keep this place for the historical value it adds to Blackpool . The prices are very low ( great value ) and if this building was in London or anywhere else but Blackpool the rates would be three times the current coast. Dont expect an ultra modern hotel . My advise would be to get a better room than the basic double which was very cosy but quite small ( On the fourth floor in a sort of loft room , The Car Park ( £10 a day ) is very specious. Staff in every department are very welcoming and helpful . Its true money needs spending but that can only happen if its turning over a profit