Mercure Blackburn Dunkenhalgh Hotel & Spa

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Scored 7.8
Rated good

Staff

8.7
  • Garden
  • Swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Bathtub
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Baggage storage
  • Heating

About this property

Set in 17 acres of Lancashire parkland the 4-star Mercure Blackburn Dunkenhalgh Hotel & Spa is a 700-year old country manor. Mercure features an indoor swimming pool and a restaurant. Rooms are en suite with baths and showers, they also come with satellite TVs and radios. There are tea/coffee making facilities and Wi-Fi is available. There is private parking on-site. The chargeable Spa Naturel & Leisure center offers a heated swimming pool. There is also a fully equipped gymnasium, beauty and massage treatments. The Cameo Restaurant and Cameo Bar offer international cuisine and light dishes. There are also some Lancashire specialties on the menu and a fine wine list to choose from. With good access to the M65, Blackburn is a 10-minute drive. Manchester and its’ fantastic shopping and nightlife are 20 miles from the Mercure.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Private Parking
  • Spa
  • Free Wifi
  • Fitness center
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Mercure
Hotel chain/brand
Mercure

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

  • Private parking at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

Availability

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2 twin beds
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2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Graham
Canada Canada
“Friendly, helpful staff, place is a little dated however it is 750 yrs old !🤣 Breakfast is a great deal and our evening meal was very tasty and plentiful.”
Annmarie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The staff are fantastic. Ever member of staff that I interacted with was lovely, professional and really helpful.”
Annmarie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The staff were absolutely wonderful. I felt so welcome in the Hotel . Everyone was friendly and professional. When I checked in the man took my bags to my room, the restaurant staff were super lovely as was the spa staff. It was so lovely to ...”
Samantha
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The hotel has a lovely relaxed ambience. The food was excellent. We ate in the restaurant and had breakfast. The staff were both attentive and friendly. One member of staff Chloe, was a credit to the hotel. She couldn't do enough for us and was so...”
Nicola
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I enjoyed staying in the courtyard rooms as it provided easy access to the gym”
Kirsty
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Everyone was very welcoming and the place was very clean breakfast was stunning althought my partner thought the bacon and sausages were quite salty”
Neil
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The overall experience was good, good facilities, spacious room and engaging staff”
Kim
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Amazing old building, full of character. Gorgeous Christmas trees. Good sized rooms with lovely showers. Exceptionally helpful staff.”
Elizabeth
United States United States
“we stayed 15 days at the hotel, the kitchen staff and bar staff especially were excellent. Food Great (would like more variety in the menu, that got a little boring for dinner) and the TV, I am hearing impaired would be great to have closed...”
Stephen
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“Amazing hotel and staff - nothing was too much trouble. Really great breakfast - especially the sausages!!”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

2 Restaurants On Site
Cameo Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
Lounge Bar
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Open for
    Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

House rules

Mercure Blackburn Dunkenhalgh Hotel & Spa takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Minors under 18 must be accompanied by parents or legal representatives. Third person named by parents must present their written authorization (certified signature).

Please note that the credit card used to book must be presented on arrival.

Children may use the pool during the Family-friendly swim times (16 and under) When accompanied by an adult.

Monday – Friday 8am – 10am and 3.30pm – 6.30pm

Saturday, Sunday 8am – 10am and 5.00pm – 7.00pm

Directions from Manchester: M60 – M 66 – A56 – A6068 Altham – A678 Blackburn Road.

Directions from Preston: M6 – M65 to J8 3rd exit off junction A678 (Rishton) Blackburn Road.

Directions form Burnley: M65 to J8 3rd exit at the roundabout - crossroads turn left onto A678 Blackburn Road.

We are a popular event hotel and this may be heightened at the weekends, it is always our intention to allocate bedrooms away from function noise, but please be aware that this cannot be guaranteed

In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.