On reading the reviews after we had booked a weekend away at the grand hotel,we were exceptionally concerned about our stay.But from the very first instance our concerns where washed away.We had a great weekend.
We stayed in a premier room that was lovely and overlooked the sea,balcony to boot.
The bathroom was huge and looked like it had just been modernised,fully tiled with separate shower and bath.Reviews we had read complained about the quality and choice of the food,but we had a choice of 3 main dishes that where all lovely and piping hot.
Staff where always polite and friendly and the entertainment was good too.
I stayed with my wife and her mother and would recommend anybody looking for a nice weekend away to give the Grand a try.
We have gone to Blackpool the last 5 years staying in the choice hotels and have enjoyed them very much but will be going back to the grand next year.
Ticked all the boxes.

I stayed in this hotel in November 2011 on a Turkey & Tinsel break with a group of friends and found it excellent despite some of the reviewsfrom Trip Advisor guests.The staff were great,food first class, & entertainmentwas good.Rooms clean &good size.Would recommend it.the shops were within walking distance, as was the Great Orme.

I had a premier room. Very nice clean lovely view and balcony. It was far to cold to go out so I stayed in. The entertainment was fun. Lovely to see people enjoying a break. Breakfast was plentiful and nice. The operation was run with great precision. The waiting staff and bar staff were great. The night time duty manager was extremely pleasant. But dear oh dear. Reception need to pull its socks up. I waited for ages to check in while listening to the 3 staff not serving me discuss their lottery syndicate. And they wouldn't give me an invoice when I checked out apparently because I booked though Expedia. I have checked with Expedia and as I suspected this is all nonsense. It's clear that reception have their 'little ways'. Apart from that I think that if anyone has the opportunity to stay in this hotel that should take it. It's really nice

It was the third time at this hotel,nearly always the winter months so never for the sun but it cant be faulted for the friendly and homely ambience it gives out.The staff are more than helpful and polite making you feel at home straight away.The Grand is badly in need of some refurb and is very dated in appearance but it does not take away the feeling of always wanting to return and never tire of this place.The food is basic but tasty and filling.Buffet style so helping yourself is no problem for those with a healthy appetite.!The sea views are second to none and if you had the weather you wouldnt need to go abroad...There are not many facilities here,but if its a chill you want then its here you go..Nightly entertainment is good even if a little old fashioned at times..Dont expect 5 star but do expect a warm friendly hotel with lovely food.