8 best historic hotels in Blackpool

Historic hotels in Blackpool are best understood as places that feel tied to the town’s seaside heritage: built for long stays, designed around traditional comfort, and often still set close to the seafront landmarks that made the resort famous in the first place. In practice, that means grander public rooms, period-style exteriors, and a location that lets you step straight onto Blackpool’s classic promenade world—where the piers and iconic attractions shape the day. North Pier, for example, is a Victorian landmark on the Promenade and even holds Grade II listed status.

For most guests, the most “historic-feeling” base is the Central Beach / Promenade corridor, between the three Victorian piers—North, Central and South—so you can reach Blackpool Tower and regular entertainment without commuting.

A second great choice is North Shore, which sits along Queen’s Promenade and tends to suit travellers looking for a calmer, more residential rhythm while still being close to the seafront.

These historic-style stays suit couples, families, and anyone wanting a classic Blackpool atmosphere rather than a purely modern “city hotel” experience. From our inventory, options such as Windsor House and The Strathdon Hotel suit guests prioritising higher-spec comfort, while Beverley Dean and Rubens can suit value-focused breakaways that still want a sense of character.

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