Kingsize Family Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
Guest house · Blackpool · Lancashire
The Strathdon
A quiet, family-run hotel on St Chad's Road, between South and Central Piers, with high guest ratings and a homely atmosphere.
- Guest rating of 9.3 from 327 reviews
- Between South and Central Piers, minutes from the beach
- Homemade breakfast and evening meals
9.3
Perfect
327 reviews
Booking.com 9.3 · 327 reviews
About
The Strathdon
The Strathdon is a 4-star hotel in the Blackpool Centre district, on St Chad's Road. It sits between South and Central Piers, about 1.7 km from the Big One roller coaster at Pleasure Beach.
Guests consistently rate the hotel highly for its quiet atmosphere, spotless rooms, and welcoming hosts. Breakfast is a highlight, with locally sourced ingredients and freshly made omelettes, and there's a bar and lounge for relaxing.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Concierge desk
- No pets allowed
- Security
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Quiet yet central location — On St Chad's Road between South and Central Piers, a couple of minutes' walk from the seafront and outside the noisy centre.
- Highly rated service and staff — Guests praise the friendly owners and attentive service, with the Staff rating at 9.8 and Service at 9.5.
- Standout breakfast — Breakfast is a recurring highlight, with freshly cooked omelettes and locally sourced ingredients.
- Clean, comfortable rooms — Rooms are described as spotless and well-kept, with thoughtful touches like biscuits and toiletries.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Check-in window is limited — Check-in is from 14:00 to 21:00, so late arrivals may need to arrange ahead.
- No pets allowed — The hotel does not accept pets, which may be a drawback for those travelling with animals.
- Parking not mentioned — There is no mention of on-site parking, so guests arriving by car may need to find alternatives.
- Compact standard rooms — One guest noted the standard twin room was compact, which may be tight for those expecting more space.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Standard Twin Room
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
Superior Family Room
- 2 Double beds
- Shower
- Heating
Standard Double Room
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Heating
Kingsize Family Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
Single Room
- 1 Single bed
- Shower
- Heating
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Security
- Key access
- Housekeeping
- Luggage storage
Services
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Concierge desk
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Fax/Photocopying
Food & Drink
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
- Children's menu
- Welcome drink
Room Amenities
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
- Free toiletries
- Electric kettle
- Flat-screen TV
Family & Leisure
- Cots
- Board games
- Beach access
- Sun terrace
- Leisure/ TV room
- Garden furniture
- Terrace
Safety
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Nearby
- Golf course
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 9.3/10 from 327 reviews
Booking.com · 9.3 · 327 reviews
9.3Verified guest“Great location and very quiet surroundings.”
9.3Verified guest“Well-prepared homemade evening meals made for a pleasant stay.”
9.3Verified guest“Immaculate rooms and a relaxed bar area.”
9.3Verified guest“Excellent location near the beach, convenient for exploring Blackpool.”
9.3Verified guest“The standard twin room was compact but the kids loved the towel animals; quiet atmosphere and great facilities, with a perfect location on St Chad's Road between South and Central Piers.”
9.3Verified guest“Very clean room with nice touches like biscuits and quality toiletries. Breakfast featured local ingredients, and the omelettes were particularly good.”
04 — Location
Getting around Blackpool
The property sits in Blackpool.
Beach and piers: The hotel is a 2-minute walk from the seafront, between South and Central Piers, making it easy to stroll along the promenade or hop on a tram.
Blackpool Pleasure Beach: The Big One roller coaster at Pleasure Beach is about 1.7 km away, a short journey by tram or a longer walk.
Getting around: The train station and beach are within a couple of minutes' walk, and trams run along the promenade for exploring the city.
28 St Chads Road, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY1 6BP, United Kingdom
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 14:00-21:00
- Check-out
- By 10:00
- 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
- 10 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 14:00 to 21:00, and check-out is by 10:00.
Are pets allowed at The Strathdon?
No, pets are not allowed at the hotel.
Does the hotel provide breakfast?
Yes, breakfast is available and features locally sourced ingredients, with options like freshly made omelettes and full English.
Is there parking on site?
The hotel does not list any parking facilities, so guests travelling by car should enquire about nearby options.
How far is the hotel from the beach?
The seafront is about a 2-minute walk from the hotel, which sits between South and Central Piers.
The bottom line
The Strathdon is a well-run, family-owned hotel that earns its high rating through attentive service, a quiet but central location, and a memorable breakfast. It's an excellent choice for travellers who value personal touches and a calm base near the Blackpool seafront.
9.3Based on guest reviews and ratings
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