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32 Read's Avenue, Blackpool, United Kingdom, FY1 4BP

Friends Hotel - A centrally located 4-star bed and breakfast with free WiFi, a bar, and proximity to Blackpool's key attractions

Friends Hotel, a 4-star bed and breakfast in Blackpool Centre, features free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. Each room includes a flat-screen TV, electric kettle with tea and coffee, iron and ironing board, and USB sockets. Some rooms have a seating area, and all offer private bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers. The on-site Friends Bar & Restaurant serves breakfast daily from 9 AM. Located 550 yards from Blackpool Tower and Winter Gardens Theatre, the hotel is also 0.5 km from Madame Tussauds Waxworks and Coral Island. Liverpool John Lennon Airport is 54 km away, while Manchester Airport is 100 km from the property. Complimentary wired internet access, dry cleaning, and luggage storage are available.

Pros

Centrally located, within walking distance of Blackpool Tower, Winter Gardens, and Madame Tussauds.

Free WiFi and wired internet access throughout the property.

Complimentary toiletries and hairdryers in all private bathrooms.

Breakfast is served daily at the on-site restaurant.

Cons

No on-site parking; guests must use nearby public parking at their own risk.

Some rooms may have limited space due to 4-foot-wide beds.

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25 sq. feet 
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25 sq. feet 
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City Centre
Blackpool1400 ft
Airports
Blackpool International (BLK) 3.0 mi
Manchester (MAN) 58.3 mi
Train
Pleasure Beach Railway Station 1.8 mi
Bus
Bus stop2700 ft

Facilities

Enjoy modern comforts, from ocean-view suites to family-friendly options with breakfast included

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Paid parking

Guest Parking

  • Refrigerator
  • Electric kettle

Room features

  • Heating
  • Wardrobe
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath/ Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Free toiletries
  • Toilet

Self-catering

  • Refrigerator
  • Electric kettle

Bedroom

  • Bed linen

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Location

32 Read's Avenue, Blackpool, United Kingdom, FY1 4BP
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32 Read's Avenue, Blackpool, United Kingdom, FY1 4BP
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