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4.0 of 5
East Park Drive, Blackpool FY3 8LL, England (Formerly De Vere Herons Reach)
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Ranked #50 of 82 hotels in Blackpool
3.5 of 5 stars 513 Reviews
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  • Golf course(25)
  • De Vere(23)
  • Leisure facilities(17)
  • Other guest(10)
  • Evening meals(10)
  • Stanley Park(7)
  • Wedding party(6)
  • Room service(6)
  • Italian restaurant(5)
  • Junior suite(4)
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Warrington
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Overall Very good”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 February 2012
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person found this review helpful

I spent a weekend here for mine and my boyfriends anniversary, i cannot fault the hotel on the whole! But we ate in the buca di peppo on the first night the food was lovely but the presentation of the restaurant was over bearing, the staff were dressed ridiculously and for the prices they charge for drinks/ food you would think that they would give you a little more attention. The waiting staff seemed to be rushed off their feet but paying no attention to us! The rooms were lovely and we had a fantastive very of the golf course! Overall nice hotel!! :D

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
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Ripon, United Kingdom
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
“CHECK IN AT 4 AND BLOOD ON THE SHEETS YUK!”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2012

My husband & I have just had a weekend away here. I know we arrived early at approx 12.30 so we didn't expect to check in then, but we went back on many occasions and still couldn't check in- eventually 4 O'CLOCK!!! our room was ready I was not pleased! The bathroom was so small you could not move in it I mean REALLY REALLY SMALL. I have travelled the world & seen nothing like this bathroom anywhere!
There was a nice fresh drop of blood on the sheets, disgusting!'
This place is huge & they do not have the staff to cope. The breakfast room was full and many of us couldn't eat there so a room was set up in the back so hence he had to eat there.EVERYTHING was cold! Bacon ,eggs, sausages were not only cold,but cheap & nasty. Coffee was bad too.
There are kids everywhere its not for couples. We went in the pool, full of kids there to,o you couldn't have a decent swim anywhere. there should at least be a small area to line swim.
I could go on but I want to forget this experience completely.
I would not recommend this hotel & I would never darken its doors ever again.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 1 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
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“Relaxing Spa Break **FANTASTIC**”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2012
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EXCELLENT hotel
EXCELLENT staff
EXCELLENT food
EXCELLENT facilities

I am lost for words....me and a friend booked a one nights spa package at the hotel, EVERYTHING was spot on. The rooms were lovely, clean, tidy and comfortable.
The staff were friendly, the food was delicous. We had full use of the facilities whilst here. The Gym had a HUGE range of equipment, the pool and changing rooms were VERY clean and tidy. We just had the best time here and would highly recommend the place, we are thinking about coming back for my 30th birthday this year. The spa staff were lovely too.

What more can I say??

  • Stayed February 2012, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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“Very Enjoyable & Comfortable Stay”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 February 2012
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person found this review helpful

Got a Good deal on a two night Dinner Bed & Breakfast break here & had a great time. There isnt a lot to say about this hotel, it is a typical Village Hotel - They are all very good value for money & very comfortable.

The food was excellent in the italian restaurant & the breakfast was good & plenty of it.

The swimming pool & spa was good & there is also a decent golf course. As an added attraction... it is right beside Blackpool Zoo & we had an enjoyable day there. If you do plan to go to the Zoo... buy your tickets at the hotel reception where they will be a couple of pounds cheaper.

  • Stayed February 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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“OK but not great!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 February 2012
1
person found this review helpful

just been to the Village hotel in Blackpool. Reminded me of the Village hotel in Warrington. In fact it was practically identical. Hotel has everything: gym, indoor pool, outdoor pool, coffee shop, restaurant and bar.Hotel is in beautiful grounds and if the weather had been nicer, it would've been wonderful to stroll around the area. On the downside: the rooms are extremely dark. I like 'atmospheric' but these really are very dark. Black lampshades and only small spotlight lamps. Definately no good for putting your make up on. Even though there is window it is tiny and covered by wooden slat blinds which let no light in at all.The victory bar is spacious but there are a lot of very high tables which mean your legs are dangling freely with no reachable footrest. This is not a comfortable sitting position for sitting for any length of time. The meals were ok but nothing special. We had sandwiches (subs) with chips and salad. It came on a tray with a paper placemat. Felt like I was eating at Macdonalds not in a 4* hotel. Had fish and chips later in the evening (£9.75) thankfully it came on a 'proper' plate. There was a good offer on at the time, buy 2 large wines and get the 3rd free. This cost £10.70 but if you'd bought the bottle (which was the equivalent) it cost £15.95. The breakfast was fine and was served in an american style restaurant. Unfortunately as you waited to be seated, the photos on the wall were of children picking their nose. Not an ideal start to a meal. Anyway, despite what seems like a rather negative review, I must admit that the staff were absolutely wonderful and friendly. The rooms were fine. No nice little toiletries just those dispensers on the wall. The beds were comfy. The grounds were superb. The pool areas were very appealing.The hotel was overall quite lovely. Just not as good as I had expected.

  • Stayed February 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Address: East Park Drive, Blackpool FY3 8LL, England (Formerly De Vere Herons Reach)
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