"Great stay, staff were friendly. Hotel was clean and safe. Plenty of options available on the buffet breakfast with a full English and continental."
April from United States
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"Rooms are spacious and beds are firm, with a pillow change service available to suit preference."
SteveK from United Kingdom
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"Lovely clean, warm room, excellent facilities, . Great dining options, very convenient location,. Comfortable bed"
Deborah from United Kingdom
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City-center Holiday Inn in Preston with Kids Stay & Eat Free policy and 24/7 Starbucks café
Amenities
The hotel's Open Lobby combines a social seating area with all-day dining, a bar, and a Starbucks coffee house open 24/7 for guests on the move. A gym is available on-site, and the hotel provides free parking on a first-come, first-served basis along with 24-hour security. Business travelers use meeting facilities for up to 60 delegates and a business centre with fax and photocopying services.
Rooms
Each of the 133 en suite rooms is fully air-conditioned and soundproofed, with a TV featuring Freeview channels and a work desk. Allergy-free rooms and rooms with grab rails in the bathroom are available for guests with specific needs. Some rooms offer a bath with a power shower, and the hotel can accommodate early check-in requests when possible.
Amenities
Children aged 12 and under stay for free and eat free from the kid-friendly buffet or the regular restaurant menu. The hotel offers board games and puzzles for children, plus a dedicated kids' meal menu. Families receive local dining recommendations from the concierge and can use the 24-hour room service for flexible meal times.
Services
The hotel restaurant serves a buffet breakfast each morning and an all-day menu with themed dinner nights and live sport events on request. A snack bar, special diet menus, and a to-go café offering Starbucks coffee are available throughout the day. Breakfast can be delivered to the room for a small surcharge, and the bar stays open until 2:00 am for hotel guests.
Points of Interest
Harris Museum & Art Gallery is a 7-minute walk from the hotel, and Avenham & Miller Parks are a 24-minute walk away. Blackpool Pleasure Beach is a 25-minute drive, and the Forest of Bowland area is reachable within the same time by car. The hotel sits close to the M6, M61, M65, and M55 motorways, with Preston's shops, restaurants, and nightlife all within walking distance.
Highlights
Family Policy: Kids 12 and under stay and eat free
Dining: Open Lobby with all-day dining & 24/7 Starbucks
Location: 7-min walk to Harris Museum & Art Gallery
“I found this hotel ideally situated, especially for trips from Preston Mainline or jaunts to Deepdale. The open lobby concept struck me, a social and dining hub amplified by that 24/7 Starbucks. With its family-friendly ethos, where kids stay and eat free, it presents compelling value.”
Grace WhitmanContent & Editorial Director at Familyhotels
Choose from a variety of room types
Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included
2 Single Standard 25sqm
2 persons
240 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Air conditioning
Bathtub
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Standard Room
2 persons
240 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Air conditioning
Bathtub
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Standard Double Room
2 persons
240 sq. feet
1 Double bed
Air conditioning
Bathtub
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Availability and pricing for your selected dates
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Facilities
Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones
Facilities: Great
8.5/10Review score
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
Fitness centre
Golf course
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Services
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink
Dining
In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Dinner
Packed lunches
Special diet menus
Business
Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Children
Cots
Children's buffet
Board games
Facilities for people with disabilities
Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Media
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Carpeted floor
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Dining Onsite
At the Holiday Inn Preston, the onsite dining experience centers around the Open Lobby, offering guests a delightful mix of British and International cuisines in a modern setting. Whether savoring breakfast or enjoying a laid-back dinner, each dish is crafted to cater to all preferences, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options.
Open Lobby
British, International
Ambiance
Modern and inviting space designed for relaxation and socializing.
Key Offerings
Create your own breakfast platter from a wide selection of freshly prepared products. The all-day dining menu features light bites, hearty pizzas, and succulent burgers. The bar provides a perfect spot to unwind with drinks before exploring Preston's nightlife.