The Clarendon Showtel - Blackpool
Among the top stays in Blackpool.
Hotel · Blackpool · England
A 2-star seafront hotel on Blackpool's Queens Promenade, known for its welcoming staff and tram access, with candid feedback on room standards.
About
The Welbeck Hotel sits on Queens Promenade in Blackpool, a 25-minute walk from the town centre and about a mile from Blackpool Tower. It is a 2-star property with 306 guest reviews averaging a 5.0 rating, which places it low among Blackpool hotels. Public areas offer free Wi-Fi, and the hotel includes an indoor pool, restaurant, bar, and a business centre. Check-in starts at 17:59 and check-out is at 12:00; pets are allowed.
Guests frequently highlight the staff's helpfulness and friendliness, from parking advice to attentive bar service. The location near tram stops is a common plus, and some rooms have sea views. However, several reviews report concerns with cleanliness, room size, and maintenance, along with distance from the main attractions. The hotel's overall rating (5.0) is below the Blackpool area average (8.2), so expectations should be adjusted accordingly.
In brief
01 — Rooms
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
02 — Amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
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03 — Reviews
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 5/10 from 306 reviews
5Verified guest“Staff were extremely accommodating and friendly, and the rooms were great value. Our group of seven had no issues, and the bar staff were always attentive, even just for water the morning after. We'd definitely book again.”
5Verified guest“Only stayed one night, so didn't get a chance to explore much.”
5Verified guest“My stay was spoiled by Booked.net charging me, and due to a card issue I had to send a £20 cheque in advance and pay the balance on arrival without any problem using the same card. I haven't checked my bank statements yet but feel I may have been double-charged.”
5Verified guest“Convenient for the trams into Blackpool, and the staff made you feel very welcome.”
5Verified guest“Nothing good — rooms were dirty, staff rude, no towels, and the bathroom handle was hanging off. Very dirty; I wouldn't recommend this hotel to anyone.”
5Verified guest“The man who checked us in was very helpful with advice on where to park, and he was friendly.”
04 — Location
The property sits in Blackpool.
Getting around: The hotel is on Queens Promenade, a short walk from tram stops that connect along the coast and into Blackpool centre. The town centre is about a 25-minute walk away.
Nearby sights: Blackpool Tower, one of the tallest freestanding structures in the UK, is about a mile away and can be reached by tram or on foot.
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05 — Good to know
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06 — Questions
Check-in starts at 17:59 and check-out is at 12:00.
Yes, pets are allowed according to the hotel's policies.
Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas.
The available information does not specify on-site parking, but one guest mentioned receiving helpful advice on where to park, so local parking options may exist.
The hotel offers babysitting/child services and has facilities for disabled guests. There is also an indoor swimming pool and a restaurant.
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The bottom line
A budget-friendly seafront option where the warm staff and tram links are the highlights — but be prepared for variable room conditions and a longer walk to the main attractions.
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