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The Smile Hotel

Experience a warm welcome and comfortable stay at The Smile Hotel, Blackpool. Enjoy spotless rooms, a great location near top attractions, and family-friendly amenities. Perfect for sightseeing and relaxation with genuine hospitality and great value.

359 Promenade, Blackpool FY1 6BJ, United Kingdom View on map
7.6/10
Good Based on 31 recent guest reviews
Kid-friendly
What recent guests emphasize

Comfortable stay with friendly service in a great location

Guests appreciate the cleanliness, cozy rooms, and welcoming management, though some note minor room improvements are needed. Ideal for visitors seeking easy access to local attractions.

Guests often praise

  • Friendly and attentive owner and staff who enhance the guest experience
  • Spotlessly clean and comfortable rooms with cozy beds
  • Convenient location close to popular Blackpool attractions
  • Good value for money and a warm, welcoming atmosphere
  • Suitable for families with kids, with kid-friendly service options

Worth knowing

  • Some rooms lack bedside lamps and have small showers
  • Mattresses reported by some guests as uncomfortable or lumpy
  • Breakfast options are available but currently limited, with plans for expansion
  • No bar facility on-site at present
  • Property is recently taken over, so some improvements are expected soon

Best for

  • Visitors focused on sightseeing and recreation in Blackpool
  • Families looking for kid-friendly accommodations with a welcoming vibe
  • Travelers seeking affordable, clean lodging close to major attractions
  • Guests valuing personal, friendly service from management
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About this property

Welcome to The Smile Hotel

The Smile Hotel, nestled at 359 Promenade in Blackpool, stands out as a welcoming and charming choice for travelers seeking comfort and warmth by the sea. Boasting a solid rating of 3.8, this hotel perfectly balances value with guest satisfaction, proving itself a true gem along the British coastline.

Guests consistently praise the genuine hospitality extended by Noel, the attentive owner. His passion for Blackpool and dedication to guest comfort shine through in every interaction. This personal touch creates an inviting atmosphere that resonates deeply with visitors, making every stay memorable.

The accommodations, described as clean, cozy, and spotlessly maintained, provide a restful retreat after days filled with sightseeing and local exploration. Although some guests have noted minor areas for improvement—such as the absence of bedside lamps, small showers, and firmer mattresses—the hotel's commitment to enhancement is evident, promising a continuously improving experience.

Unique among similar properties, The Smile Hotel caters well to families, offering a kid-friendly environment that encourages visitors of all ages to relax and enjoy their holiday. Its prime location on the promenade puts guests in an unbeatable position to explore Blackpool’s vibrant attractions, from its recreation spots to iconic landmarks.

Complementing the comforting lodging is a breakfast service valued for its variety and flexibility, allowing guests to start their day with options ranging from fresh fruit and cereal to classic toast. While bar and fuller breakfast facilities are still pending licensing, the hotel's proactive approach assures these will soon enrich the guest experience.

For anyone seeking a personable, reliable, and intimate hotel experience infused with local character, The Smile Hotel is a heartfelt recommendation. The synergy of friendly service, cleanliness, great location, and thoughtful amenities leaves a lasting positive impression—one that invites multiple returns, whether for festive holidays or summer escapes.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Kid-friendly
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

JM
jfr msh Dec 29, 2025
10

Smile by name & smile by nature! Highly recommended. A warm welcome awaits you at Smile. Noel, the owner, is such an interesting guy & he's genuinely keen to make your stay comfortable & enjoyable. He's passionate about Blackpool & cares about his guests. Comfy beds, fab location, spotlessly clean & good value for money. Couldn't ask for better!

DL
Drew Latimer Dec 25, 2025
8.0

Nice place . Owner is very friendly and helpful . Rooms are clean and comfortable. Would benefit from a bar and full breakfast facilities but we were told this is in hand once relevant licences were obtained. Rooms need a lamp tho and shower is a bit small

J
Joshua Nov 22, 2025
10

Stayed at the Hotel during Christmas and it was very nice. Breakfast had great variety if in case one day I wanted toast but another day I could help myself to just fruit and cereal, very nice freedom of movement at different times during the day and the room looked great! Will definitely book this one for my next Christmas or summer holiday!

EF
Elaine Ferguson Nov 09, 2025
8.0

Stayed for 3 nights last week, hotel is spotless and management are fab. Couple of niggles tho, no bedside lamps, mattresses rather uncomfortable and lumpy. As the hotel has been very recently taken over I’m sure these will be rectified in the near future. Overall we had a great stay, reasonably priced and would definitely recommend and consider returning on our next trip.

A
ashley211088 Oct 27, 2025
10

Great little place. Location is ideal. Rooms are clean and have everything you need. Noel was lovely and made sure we had everything we could possible need. I would definitely stay here again. Thanks so much

LA
L A Oct 21, 2025
10

we as a family of 5 kids and one adult stayed at this lovely hotel in august such a friendly couple ,rooms were cosy and comfy beds .Great view and spotless rooms and soo helpful ,will definitely be going back yes :)

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find The Smile Hotel

Blackpool, United Kingdom

Based on sightseeing, recreation, and getting around

  • Blackpool South 20 min Walk
  • Blackpool Pleasure Beach 24 min Walk
  • Blackpool North 36 min Walk
  • Manchester Airport 1 hr 10 Car · 2 hr 19 Transit
  • Liverpool John Lennon Airport 1 hr 14 Car · 2 hr 14 Transit
  • Leeds Bradford Airport 1 hr 45 Car · 3 hr 43 Transit
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