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Located steps from Southport’s promenade and just 0.5 miles from the beach, this Victorian hotel is surrounded by bars, shops and night life. The hotel also provides free parking.

Lord Street’s shops and gardens are just 5 minutes’ walk from the Albert & Victoria. Hotel. Southport’s Pleasureland is a 10-minute walk, whilst the hotel is within a 5-minute drive of 4 golf clubs.

Boasting free Wi-Fi, satellite TV and a DVD player, each individually styled room also has a private bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Some rooms also include basic kitchen facilities for self-catering.

Southport Rail Station is less than a 10-minute walk away and provides 45-minute rail connections to Liverpool.

• Family entertainment calendar
• Rooms with sea view
• Full spa and gym

Families won’t find anywhere better than Dalmeny Resort Hotel in St Annes, in Lancashire. It’s got a handy postcode on the main promenade, overlooking the beach and pier – so you’re a short walk from all the action. But it’s the entertainment that sets this hotel apart from the rest.

They’ve got a dedicated entertainment team during school holidays and weekends. So younger guests can get stuck in with pool parties, sports, arts and crafts, treasure hunts and films. There’s a kids’ arcade, a cinema, a squash court and pool and table tennis. Boredom’s not an option for grown-ups, either, with a ballroom for evening entertainment. Expect crazy science and magic shows, quizzes and live musicians. If things get a little too much, you can also retreat to the health club, where you’ve got a gym, a heated pool, a sauna and a steam room.

As for food and drink, you won’t go hungry. The restaurant sorts breakfast, lunch and dinner, with kids’ menus, afternoon tea and daily happy hours. Plus, you’ll find lots of locally sourced produce on the menu, like beef from the Ribble Valley or locally caught fish. And, if you upgrade to a sea view room, you can take in the spectacular sunsets without leaving the hotel.

• Family-owned hotel
• On Blackpool’s promenade
• Free kids’ club

The Cliffs Hotel – Blackpool has plenty of entertainment up its sleeve, whether you’re a couple or a family. You’ll find it towards North Shore on Blackpool’s promenade. It’s less than 10 minutes’ drive to North Pier and the Blackpool Tower, or you can walk it in half an hour.

The free Rocky Gardens kids’ club will keep little ones aged four to 14 busy. It’s got a timetable packed with arts and crafts, bowling, bingo, face painting and obstacle races. Plus, there’s a soft play area for those under four, as well as an arcade for teens with PlayStation and Xbox consoles, pool tables and a dartboard.

There’s a lively line-up of evening entertainment, too, with nightly comedy, bingo and live music, as well as themed nights. If relaxing’s more your thing, then there’s a heated indoor pool, or a gym to work up a sweat. The bar near the gym provides light bites and post-workout protein shakes. Meanwhile, the café serves up main meals, as well as lighter lunches and a kids’ menu. It’s got a great sea outlook, too.

With a stay at Bluewaters Hotel in Blackpool (North Shore), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of North Pier and Blackpool Illuminations. This beach hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Winter Gardens and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Blackpool Pleasure Beach.

When you stay at Inn On The Prom Hotel in Lytham St. Anne's, you'll be near the beach, within a 10-minute drive of Blackpool Pleasure Beach and Sandcastle Waterpark. This beach hotel is 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from Blackpool Central Pier and 5 mi (8 km) from Blackpool Tower.

Located in Blackpool (South Shore), The Hollingdales Hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Blackpool Central Pier and Blackpool Tower. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Blackpool Illuminations and 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Winter Gardens.

Situated in the centre of Blackpool, The New Athena Hotel is located 700 metres from Blackpool Central Beach and 400 metres from Coral Island. The property is around 1.1 km from North Pier, 2.9 km from Blackpool Pleasure Beach and 40 km from Trough of Bowland. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

The rooms in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV. Rooms are fitted with a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer.

Popular points of interest near The New Athena Hotel include Blackpool Winter Gardens Theatre, Winter Gardens Conference Centre and Blackpool Tower. Liverpool John Lennon Airport is 100 km from the property.

With a stay at Red Rose Hotel in Blackpool (South Shore), you'll be steps from Sandcastle Waterpark and Blackpool Pleasure Beach. This hotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Blackpool Central Pier and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Blackpool Tower.

With a stay at Delamere Hotel in Blackpool (Blackpool Town Center), you'll be a 5-minute walk from Winter Gardens and 8 minutes by foot from Blackpool Tower. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Blackpool Central Pier and 1.8 mi (3 km) from Blackpool Pleasure Beach.

Located in Blackpool, Village Hotel Blackpool is in the suburbs – a 1-minute drive from Blackpool Zoo and 5 minutes from Winter Gardens. This golf hotel is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Coral Island and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Blackpool Central Pier.

Ashley Victoria is centrally located hotel in Blackpool, with free WiFi in public areas and parking is available at £7.50 per day.. It is 4-star accredited by AA.

All of the bedroom have an en-suite bathrooms. Some rooms boast a PlayStation 3 console, heated towel rails and stunning sea views.

The hotel has a fully licensed bar and games room. Guests can relax in the dining room and enjoy a freshly cooked English breakfast, cereals, fruit juices and yogurts.

The Ashley Victoria is a 23-minute walk from Blackpool Tower, a 13-minute walk from the Pleasure Beach, a 27-minute walk from Winter Gardens and a 7-minute walk from Blackpool Football Club. It is just a 1-minute walk from the seafront, cafes, restaurants and entertainments.

Located in Blackpool (South Shore), Big Blue Hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Ripley's Believe It Or Not! and Adrenalin Zone. This beach hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Blackpool Pleasure Beach and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Solaris Centre.

Located in Preston, The Villa Wrea Green is in a rural location, within a 15-minute drive of Lytham Hall and Sandcastle Waterpark. This hotel is 7.7 mi (12.4 km) from Blackpool Zoo and 7.9 mi (12.7 km) from Blackpool Central Pier.

With a stay at Jini Hotel in Blackpool (North Shore), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of North Pier and Blackpool Illuminations. This beach hotel is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Blackpool Pleasure Beach and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Blackpool Tower.

Located in Blackpool (South Shore), Stay With Empire - Tyldesley Rd is within a 15-minute walk of Blackpool Central Pier and Blackpool Tower. This apartment is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Blackpool Illuminations and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Winter Gardens.

Mellory hotel features free WiFi and views of city in Blackpool. The property is located 400 metres from Blackpool Tower, 700 metres from North Pier and 3.1 km from Blackpool Pleasure Beach. The property is less than 1 km from the city centre and a 3-minute walk from Blackpool Central Beach.

At the hotel, the rooms come with a wardrobe. Every room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, and certain rooms at Mellory hotel have a sea view. All units will provide guests with a desk and a kettle.

Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Blackpool Winter Gardens Theatre, Coral Island and Winter Gardens Conference Centre. Liverpool John Lennon Airport is 101 km away.

With a stay at Balmoral Lodge Hotel in Southport, you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Hesketh Park and Little Theatre Southport. This hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Southport Marine Lake and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Floral Hall.

Offering free WiFi, PCK THAS HOTEL offers rooms in Blackpool, 400 metres from Coral Island and less than 1 km from Blackpool Tower. The property is set 2.3 km from Blackpool Pleasure Beach, 41 km from Trough of Bowland and 43 km from King George's Hall. The property is 600 metres from the city centre and 600 metres from Blackpool Central Beach.

Popular points of interest near the hotel include Blackpool Winter Gardens Theatre, North Pier and Winter Gardens Conference Centre. Liverpool John Lennon Airport is 101 km away.

With a stay at Boulevard Hotel in Blackpool (South Shore), you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Blackpool Pleasure Beach and Sandcastle Waterpark. This beach hotel is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Bloomfield Road Stadium and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Blackpool Central Pier.

A stay at Best Western Carlton Hotel places you in the heart of Blackpool, within a 5-minute drive of North Pier and Blackpool Illuminations. This beach hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Blackpool Beach and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Coral Island.