353 Promenade, Blackpool, FY1 6BJ, United Kingdom
#21 of 247 hotels in Blackpool
Guests' ChoiceBased on 356 hotel reviews
9.3Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.3
Location
9.6
Facilities
9.2
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.4
Free WiFi
7.7
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 4 June 2024
Paula
United KingdomThere wasn’t anything we didn’t like , maybe the rooms were a bit on the small side but we only needed to sleep
The owners are lovely and extremely welcoming, had parking and the breakfast was amazing
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 1 June 2024
Kerry
United KingdomWe booked last minute after being disappointed with our original booking and were so glad that we changed to The Sandford. Staff were so friendly and helpful. We stayed in a double sea view room, which was perfect for me and my son. Beds were comfy and the room was spotlessly clean. Breakfast was lovely, eggs cooked to perfection. We had a lovely stay and would definitely book again.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 27 May 2024
Tammy
United KingdomEverything
There is nothing bad I can say about this hotel .room was very nice and clean.the owner and his wife was wonderful very friendly and nothing was to much trouble.made us feel very welcome . Breakfast was very nice …definitely will stay here again ..
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 6 May 2024
Yvonne
United StatesThe room was very small.
Very friendly people, clean and comfortable bed.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 2 May 2024
Gary
United KingdomNothing was perfect
Owner was brilliant and friendly and the breakfast was amazing.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 25 April 2024
Ann
United KingdomThere is no negatives about this hotel mark and Nicki couldn't do enough for us.The breakfast was amazing. Our room was immaculately clean . Parking was an added bonus will definitely return thanks again Mark and Nicki xx
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Bryn
United KingdomI cant say enough for the Sandford, the hospitality is excellent, rooms are clean, breakfast is superb and plenty, there is no need for more, owners are superb.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 25 March 2024
Robert
United KingdomOwners made us very welcome and were very helpful to make sure our stay was enjoyable.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 17 March 2024
Jill
United KingdomNothing
Staff very friendly good location excellent breakfast and car parking spaces
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 7 March 2024
Jamie
United KingdomDue to work being done it looked pretty good
It was a seafront view , owners were very friendly and the breakfast was delicious
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 18 January 2024
Helen
United KingdomGreat location, free parking is on the front of the hotel which is good for arrival and departure! Great breakfast included and really made to feel at home.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 6 January 2024
Billiejo
United KingdomN/a
Absolutely fantastic host, great location 😊
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 14 December 2023
Robert
United KingdomIt was as expected and more. No negative comments to add.
Mark is an amazing hotelier. His breakfast is one of the best. We booked the Sandford not expecting it to look like the pictures... But it does! Its clean, warm, welcoming and friendly. Mark and his wife are everything you could expect from a top class hotel. For a better phrase...This is a little gem not to be missed. Value for money and a superb location.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 21 November 2023
Lisa
United KingdomThe only thing that could have been better is the size of the room and the size of the bed as it was quite small and the bed was up against a wall. To be fair there may have been a bigger room I could have booked or asked for but guests should be made aware that the room is small on booking incase they wish to change it.
Friendly, knowledgeable, lovely host. Breakfast was really lovely. Great choice and my husband loves a big cooked breakfast and this was what he got! We stayed at three different B&B's over the week and this was his favourite breakfast. Location is really good for everything. Really nice to wake up in the morning to the sea.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 13 November 2023
Diane
United KingdomI could fault it at all.
Mark was the perfect host. He could not be more helpful. Our car was a little big for spaces at the front. We left it parked on the street and Mark sorted payment out. The breakfast was exceptional and set us up for the day. Lots of choices at breakfast. Room 12 was spacious and spotlessly clean.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 13 November 2023
Marilyn
United KingdomVery friendly staff, breakfast was excellent lots of variety
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 6 November 2023
Watson
United KingdomHad a lovely stay, breakfast was good. Room was lovely and very clean
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 3 November 2023
Yan
United KingdomNothing.
Lovely view of sea. Very helpfull and friendly owners. Will recommend to family and friends.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 2 November 2023
Laura
United KingdomRoom was small
Clean , very friendly and helpful owner.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 28 October 2023
Ian
United KingdomNothing.
Great location on sea front. Great host, delicious breakfast.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 24 October 2023
Clare
United KingdomNothing. I would stay again and advise others of this hotel. Blackpool can be a hit or a miss when it comes to accommodation. This hotel would not be suitable for non able bodied due to the stairs. Our room didn't have a sea view but can be seen from the bar.
We booked last minute and Mark was able to take our booking. The breakfast was filling with lots of options being available hot or cold. The hotel is across from St Chad's tram stop and with trams every 10.minutes it means easy access to the promenade. The hotel is clean, modern and has a residence bar with a large variety of drinks available. When you arrive you see 9 car park spaces and you park in any of them and you give your key to reception. Mark or his wife Nikki then play car park Jenga so you literally don't need to worry about moving it during your stay to accommodate others. The hotel although small with 12 rooms available felt safe and secure. Most importantly clean and welcoming.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 16 October 2023
James
United KingdomPerhaps a little worn in places but not bad enough to detract from the stay. Host informed us that there are plans to refurbish all rooms soon.
Perfect location, excellent breakfast and amazing friendly host. Parking facility was a huge benefit. Sea view was lovely.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 15 October 2023
Andrew
United KingdomThere was nothing not to like
The friendliness of the owners was amazing, they couldn’t do enough for you.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 26 September 2023
Ann
United Kingdomrooms were small but it was a beautiful room and spotlessly clean
excellent location and value for money. mark the host couldn't do enough for us and was so nice. great breakfast to set you up for the day
Stayed in September 2023
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