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3.0 of 5
Preston New Road | Samlesbury, PR5 OUJ, England
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Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
Ranked #23 of 32 hotels in Preston
3.5 of 5 stars 154 Reviews
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“Travelodge would have been nicer.”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 February 2012 via mobile

This was the first time I have been to the north of england so the tickled trout looked great on the website but when I arrived it looked like a lorry motel from a bad american film. The staff couldn't speak english. The hotel was tired and dated. My room had a nice view of the river (and the motorway in the background) the room was ok but the walls were paper thin to the extent that I could hear people closing drawers and sniffing in the next room. The bathroom was a disgrace. The sink was badly cracked, a bath only big enough for someone 4 feet tall, the shower screen was too large for the tiny bath so having a shower was difficult and the toilet was too close to the wall so youy couldn't sit on it properly, but most of all it was dirty including mould in the shower and dirt on the basin. Sleep was disturbed by the heavy doors that lead into the rooms being slammed all night by other residents. The food was nice and service was good in the restaurant but overpriced for what it was. Whilst the receptionist said the car park was secure, it was not. Terrible hotel and has put me off the macdonald chain for life.

  • Stayed October 2011
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 1 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 1 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
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gm_tickledtrout, General Manager at Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel, responded to this review
13 February 2012
cj07714

Thank you for your feedback, I am sorry you were so disappointed with your room. In 2012 the Hotel has embarked on a comprehensive upgrade of all areas. We are currently around 25% of the way through our bedroom refurbishment programme and the results have been very well received. I will make sure that the room you occupied is pushed to the top of the list. I'm afraid I do not understand your comment regarding the barrier controlled car park.
Please let me know if I can help with your accommodation needs in the future.
Regards, Steve Lee
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Newmarket, United Kingdom
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35 reviews 35 reviews
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“above average hotel”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2012
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Just off the M6 perfect location to break a journey from the south to Scotland. Rooms on the rear of the hotel best as they do not hear the traffic.
Good food, great breakfast.
Hotel in two parts. The site was the home of an original coach house and the 3 floors of bedrooms are an addition. Modern rooms with all you will want.

  • Stayed June 2011, travelled on business
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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gm_tickledtrout, General Manager at Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel, responded to this review
13 February 2012
james 1

Many thanks for your feedback, I am delighted that you were pleased with the Hotel. We have big plans for 2012 so please consider us for your next visit to Lancashire.

Regards

Steve Lee
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17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
“Fantastic Hotel and staff”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2012

I stayed here for a few days to 'check the hotel out' as I will be living in the area and planned to stay at the hotel for 3 months.
Check in was swift and professional, The guy on reception was brilliant and really helpful, my room was very spacious and very comfortable, the bathroom in my room had a separate walk in shower which was amazing.
The whole hotel is very clean and pleasant to be in.
I asked the guy on reception if I could have the same room for the week after and he agreed and sorted it out for me with no effort at all.
The bar staff are very friendly and helpful and nothing is or was too much trouble.
I am a really fussy eater and they were more than happy to help with any special requirements I asked for.
Breakfast is very good, very swift with a fantastic offer.
The hotel is really close to the M6 so excellent for travel, - although it is close, my room was on the front and i still couldn't hear any noise or traffic which was very pleasing.
Internet is available by using BTopenzone.com.
I have decided after staying here for a week to try it, that I will be booking myself in for the next 3 months and already looking forward to spending more time in this lovely hotel with it's friendly attentive staff!

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled on business
    • 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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24 reviews 24 reviews
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15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
“wedding”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 January 2012

i got married here on the 4th of june.The build up to the big day was a bit stressful and i first thought that they was not that intrested,however on the day they were great and everything went better than expected. on arrival the receptionist was rude and misserable and when i asked to see the set up of my ceremony room which i was getting married in she looked confused as though she didnt know why i wanted to see it. other than thet my wedding was great and the photos are amazing just over looking the ribble. the price of my wedding was very good and all the staff other than the receptionist were great. the food was excellent both at night and in the morning and my weeding suite was very nice. so overall a good hotel if your planning a wedding

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  • Stayed June 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 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
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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“Christmas break”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 January 2012

Dont usually write a review but with the exceptional effort of all the staff this time felt it is appropriate, It was good from start to finish each department made us very welcome and made it a xmas to remember.
Food was of good quality plenty of it and very nice thank you Chef
Service was very good and all very attentive thank you Stewart, Emma, Anna,Istvan,Dominika,Sandi,Chris,Tom appologies if I have forgot anyone.
Clean warm comfortable rooms.
Manager Chris was very hands on with a great customer presence at all times.
Thank you all for giving up your time at xmas and making it one we shall not forget.

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Address: Preston New Road | Samlesbury, PR5 OUJ, England
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