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Situated halfway between Blackpool Pleasure Beach and Blackpool Tower, The Strathdon offers free Wi-Fi throughout and a bar. It is just 150 metres from the South Beach Promenade. The rooms feature a flat-screen TV and tea and coffee making facilities. The en suite shower rooms have complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer. In the mornings, The Strathdon serves full home-cooked breakfast. The onsite bar offers a range of beverages and evening meals are available upon request. Lively Blackpool is home to numerous restaurants and bars, along with shops and nightclubs. The Strathdon is just 2 minutes' walk from the South Pier, which is home to a number of amusements. Guests can also enjoy donkey rides along Blackpool's seafront. Blackpool Football Club’s Bloomfield Stadium is just a 5-minute stroll from the house. The Strathdon is located on St Chads Road, which was awarded the street winner of Blackpool in Bloom 2011, 2012 and 2015 also awarded Blackpool Street of the Year 2015 by Blackpool Council and Blackpool Civic Trust.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 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 9.5

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
1 single bed
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
9.6
High score for Blackpool
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Nalliah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We had a great time and pleasant staying in strathdon.Ian and Veronica look after us very well.Amazing rooms and fantastic breakfast etc...highly recommended Definitely we will use their service again.
  • Linda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Owners were so nice couldn't do enough for you . Accomodation very good so much we have booked for next year . Would recommend this place to my friends and family
  • Helen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was amazing and staff could not have been more helpful

Managed by Veronica & Ian

Company review score: 9.8Based on 233 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Veronica & Ian have owned and run The Strathdon for fourteen years, since moving to Blackpool from Staffordshire. Ian used to work in engineering and Veronica is a chef. We like to offer our guests a home from home experience, in comfortable surroundings. Our guest house is situated a stones throw from the beach and with easy access to all of Blackpool’s main attractions.

Property information

Veronica & Ian would like to welcome you to The Strathdon. The Strathdon is the only officially accredited 4* guest house on St Chads Road. The Guest House offers 10 en-suite bedrooms. All bedrooms are decorated and furnished with a modern theme but still retaining the Victorian charm. We are proud to have been awarded a Breakfast Award by Visit England and a 5* Food Hygiene Rating by Blackpool Environmental Health. At The Strathdon we operate a strict family and couples only policy. Sorry no Stag/Hen Parties and Young Farmers allowed.

Neighbourhood information

The Strathdon is situated in St Chads Road on Blackpool's South Shore, ideally situated for Blackpool Pleasure Beach, Sandcastle Water Park, Crazy Golf, Madame Tussauds, Sea Life Centre and Blackpool Tower. Blackpool Promenade and the beach is only 2 minutes walk from the guest house and there is a tram stop at the end of St Chads Road. St Chads Road was awarded Blackpool's Street of the Year in 2015 and has won numerous awards in Blackpool in Bloom over the past 6 years.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Strathdon
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular facilities
  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Heating
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Beach
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Transport
  • Public transport tickets
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 14:00 to 21:00

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 18 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.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 21

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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

Stag and hen parties cannot be accommodated.

A welcome bouquet of flowers is available on request; please inquire prior to arrival.

The Christmas package will include the following:

Live entertainment on 25 December 2016

Trip to Blackpool Grand Theatre on 26 December 2016 to see Aladdin.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

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

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

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 The Strathdon

  • The nearest beach is just 50 yards from The Strathdon. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Strathdon is 1 miles from the centre of Blackpool. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

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

  • The Strathdon offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Beach

  • Room options at The Strathdon include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Single
    • Family

  • Guests staying at The Strathdon can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet