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Hotel · Blackpool · Lancashire

Carousel Hotel

A 3-star stay on Blackpool's South Shore, close to the Pleasure Beach and the Promenade.

  • Free parking on site
  • Sea view rooms available
  • On-site restaurant and bar
8.7 Great 3758 reviews Booking.com 8.7 · 3758 reviews

About

Carousel Hotel

Carousel Hotel sits on New South Promenade in Blackpool's South Shore, a lively area with a strong local community and easy access to the seafront. The hotel is around 1.6 km from South Pier and about a 10-minute drive from Ashton Gardens. It's a 3-star property with a restaurant, bar, and 24-hour reception.

Rooms are straightforward and comfortable, with options including sea views and family rooms. The hotel offers free parking, free internet, and facilities for disabled guests. Breakfast is served buffet-style, and the on-site Café Bar 663 provides all-day dining and evening entertainment.

  • Non-smoking property
  • Free internet access
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Great location for the seafront and attractions — On New South Promenade, close to South Pier (1.6 km) and a short tram ride from Pleasure Beach and the Promenade.
  • Free parking and practical amenities — On-site parking is available, along with free internet, 24-hour reception, room service, and laundry.
  • Well-regarded breakfast and dining — Guests praise the buffet breakfast with good choice, plus all-day dining at Café Bar 663.
  • Friendly and helpful staff — Consistent mentions of welcoming, obliging staff across many reviews.
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Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • Rooms can be warm — Several guests noted rooms were hot, even in December, requiring windows open.
  • Some rooms are small and a bit noisy — A couple of guests found rooms compact with thin walls, leading to early morning disturbances.
  • Parking may be tight — Though free, one guest found parking tricky, though they found a spot outside.
  • Breakfast can get chaotic — Busy breakfast service was noted as somewhat disorganised in one review.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Family Room Sea View

  • 1 Double bed
  • Sea view
  • Shower
  • Heating

Twin Room

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating

Single Room Sea View

  • 1 Single bed
  • Sea view
  • Shower
  • Heating

Double Room Sea View

  • 1 Double bed
  • Sea view
  • Shower
  • Heating

Family Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating

Single Room

  • 1 Single bed
  • Shower
  • Heating

Double Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • Non-smoking property
  • Free internet access
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Lift
  • Gift/Newsstand
  • Room service
  • Laundry

Room

  • Air conditioning
  • In-room safe
  • Dressing area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities
  • Free toiletries
  • Electric kettle
  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
  • Cots
  • Carpeted floor

Food & Drink

  • Continental breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Buffet breakfast

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.7
Great 3758 reviews

Guest-rated 8.7/10 from 3,758 reviews

Booking.com · 8.7 · 3758 reviews
Rooms and cleanliness8.0
Location8.0
Dining8.0
Price and service7.0
8.7Verified guest

“Staff were friendly and keen to help, though the room was small with thin walls – I was woken around 7:15 AM on both Saturday and Sunday.”

8.7Verified guest

“One night in a spotless, bright family room with a nice bathroom.”

8.7Verified guest

“Great stay. Staff and location were pleasant, staff obliging and approachable. Bathroom was a little small, but I enjoyed the main bar.”

8.7Verified guest

“Family room was a decent size and location was ideal for trams and buses. Staff genuinely friendly. Breakfast was a bit chaotic.”

8.7Verified guest

“Very friendly staff.”

8.7Verified guest

“Great for a short trip to Blackpool. Handy location, spotlessly clean, lovely breakfast though some items were cold because the heaters went out, which took a while to fix. Would stay again.”

04 — Location

Getting around Blackpool

The property sits in Blackpool.

South Shore: The hotel is in South Shore, a lively area with a local community and tourist attractions. South Pier is 1.6 km away.

Ashton Gardens: About a 10-minute drive from the hotel, this green space offers a peaceful escape.

Pleasure Beach: Guests mention it's close by, with trams from nearby stops making it easy to reach.

663 New South Promenade, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY4 1RN, United Kingdom

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 15:00-23:59
Check-out
By 11:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
111 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:59, and check-out is by 11:00.

Is parking available at the hotel?

Yes, parking is available on site. One guest noted it can be a bit tricky, but they found a spot.

Does the hotel offer breakfast?

Yes, a buffet breakfast is served, and guests have praised the choice and quality. Some noted it can be busy at times.

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Do rooms have air conditioning?

Air conditioning is listed as an amenity, but several guests mentioned rooms being warm, so it may not be fully effective.

Are there family rooms available?

Yes, there are Family Rooms with one double bed, and some offer sea views. Extra beds can be provided for children.

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The bottom line

A solid, honest 3-star seafront hotel that earns its high rating through a great location, friendly staff, and strong breakfast. Watch for warm rooms and potential noise in some rooms, but for families and couples seeking straightforward comfort with free parking, it's a reliable choice.

8.78.7 rating from 3,758 reviews

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