Situated in the heart of Blackpool, Balin Helmshore is within a 10-minute walk of Blackpool Pier and 3 minutes’ walk from the nearest sandy beach. Guests can relax with a drink in the lounge bar or enjoy a round of pool in the games room. An en suite shower room, flat-screen TV and tea/coffee making facilities are featured in each room at Balin Helmshore. A full English breakfast is served in the dining room, as well as cereal, fruit juice and tea & coffee. Evening meals are also available and include a roast of the day, homemade soup and a selection of desserts. Rollercoasters, family entertainment and indoor attractions can be enjoyed at Blackpool Pleasure Beach, which is only 5 minutes’ drive from the guest house. Many pubs and clubs can be found within a 10-minute walk. We are providing a Continental Breakfast.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Blackpool, this property has an excellent location score of 8.4


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 single bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
3 single beds
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
7.9
Facilities
6.6
Cleanliness
7.1
Comfort
7.1
Value for money
7.0
Location
8.4
Free WiFi
5.6
Low score for Blackpool
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Property surroundings

Facilities of Balin Helmshore

Most popular facilities
  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Lift
  • Heating
Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Activities
  • Water park
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Billiards
    Additional charge
  • Games room
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Luggage storage
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Express check-in/check-out
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Wellness
  • Public Bath
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practice

This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Balin Helmshore takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 22:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 10:00 to 10:30

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash Balin Helmshore accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

When booking 8 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.

Please note there is no room for cots/cribs in the Double Rooms.

The building does have a lift, however this will not reach all rooms. Please advise if wheelchair access is required. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

FAQs about Balin Helmshore

  • Check-in at Balin Helmshore is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

  • The prices at Balin Helmshore may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Balin Helmshore is 200 yards from the centre of Blackpool. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Balin Helmshore include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Single
    • Family
    • Triple
    • Quadruple

  • Yes, Balin Helmshore is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The nearest beach is just 550 yards from Balin Helmshore. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Balin Helmshore offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Billiards
    • Games room
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Water park
    • Public Bath