Ruskin Hotel, Blackpool - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

55-61 Albert Road, Blackpool, United Kingdom, FY1 4PW

The Ruskin Hotel is centrally located in Blackpool, just minutes from cultural highlights like the Winter Gardens and Blackpool Tower. This 3-star hotel offers a mix of British and international cuisine in its on-site restaurant. Guests will find 131 en-suite bedrooms paired with modern amenities including free WiFi. The hotel features entertainment options such as a cabaret lounge, ensuring a lively atmosphere during your stay.

Location

Situated on Albert Road, the Ruskin Hotel is conveniently located within walking distance of major attractions like the Golden Mile and the beach. Blackpool North Train Station is roughly a 10-minute walk away, allowing easy access for travelers. The area is well connected by local trams and buses, making it simple to explore coastal destinations and attractions in the surrounding region.

Rooms

All rooms at the Ruskin Hotel are en-suite and equipped with a flat-screen television, tea and coffee-making facilities, and complimentary toiletries. The hotel offers various types of rooms, including standard and premier choices, designed to cater to different guest needs. Guests can expect comfortable furnishings with amenities like irons and hairdryers available upon request. Each room ensures a tranquil setting with quiet street views.

Eat & Drink

Dining at the Ruskin Hotel is offered in Rubens Restaurant, highlighting a selection of British and international dishes with a full English breakfast served to your table. A three-course Table d’hôte menu features a range of starters, mains, and desserts made from locally sourced ingredients. Guests can also enjoy light bites and beverages at Rolys Bar or opt for room service available 24/7 with a limited menu.

Leisure & Business

The hotel includes recreational amenities such as a sauna, fitness center, and an on-site games room for guests to relax and unwind. Regular evening entertainment is provided in the Rembrandts Cabaret Lounge, showcasing live performances. Additional services include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and business-friendly amenities like complimentary WiFi in public areas.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Single Room

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1 person

14 m²

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1 Single bed

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Standard Triple Room

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3 persons

21 m²

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3 Single beds

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Standard Twin Room

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2 persons

16 m²

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2 Single beds

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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Centre

Blackpool300 m

Airports

Blackpool International (BLK) 4.9 km

Manchester (MAN) 93.3 km

Train

Pleasure Beach Railway Station 3.2 km

Bus

Bus stop600 m

Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Delicious Dining Options

“I was thoroughly impressed with the dining options at the Ruskin Hotel. The food was lovely with a great choice, making our breakfast and evening meals enjoyable every day. I loved having the flexibility to choose where to eat, which was especially great as our plans varied each day.” view full review

Fantastic Entertainment Nightly

“The entertainment provided by the hotel added so much fun to our stay! We enjoyed singing, dancing, laughing, and even won at bingo! The acts were high quality and kept us entertained throughout our evenings there.” view full review

Great Gym Facilities

“Having access to a gym during our stay was a bonus! I loved being able to keep up with my fitness routine even while on holiday. The gym facilities were great, well-maintained, and offered a good range of equipment.” view full review

Comfortable and Cozy Rooms

“Our room was modern and clean, with comfortable beds that ensured we got great rest after our busy days. The extra touches like the variety of drinks in the room made it feel even more inviting. Overall, it contributed significantly to a lovely stay.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Barber shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Board games
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Live entertainment
Night club
Sun terrace
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

55-61 Albert Road, Blackpool, United Kingdom, FY1 4PW

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55-61 Albert Road, Blackpool, United Kingdom, FY1 4PW

City landmarks

Promenade

Central Pier

1.1 km

87-89 Central Promenade

Madame Tussauds Blackpool

720 m

Harbour

North Pier

1.6 km

Park

Blackpool Pleasure Beach

2.6 km

Amusement Park

Sandcastle Waterpark

2.4 km

Gallery

The Grundy Art Gallery

840 m

Tower Festival Headland

Comedy Carpet

1.2 km

Zoo

Blackpool Zoo

2.5 km

Library

Blackpool Central Library

790 m

Park

Stanley Park

1.5 km

Harbour

South Pier

2.3 km

Rigby Road

Bannatyne Health Club & Spa

720 m

Nearby

The Promenade

The Blackpool Tower

520 m

The Golden Mile

Blackpool Illuminations

510 m

Aquarium

Sea Life Blackpool

580 m

Central Promenade

Coral Island

380 m

97 Church St

Winter Gardens Blackpool

430 m

Shopping Area

Houndshill Shopping Centre

290 m

Winter Gardens 97 Church Street

Opera House

270 m

Squires Gate Lane Hangar 42

Lytham St Annes Spitfire Visitor Centre

260 m

45 - 59 The Promenade The Golden Mile

Star Trek: The Exhibition

420 m

Church

St John's Church

300 m

Shopping Area

The Regent

420 m

Blackpool FY1 4NY

The Winter Gardens

200 m

Promenade

330 m

Church

Sacred Heart Church

500 m

Central Dr

Coral Island Casino

250 m

Bank Hey St

The Blackpool Tower Dungeon

330 m

44 Church St

Escape Room Centre

310 m

Birley Street

Sculpture

350 m

Restaurants

Yorkshire Fisheries

630 m

16 Topping Street

The Albert and The Lion

450 m

Promenade

Dales Diner

130 m

82 Coronation Street

Lowery Cafe

130 m

28 Coronation Street

Jacqui's

150 m

92A Coronation Street

Coral Island Cafe

440 m

Central Promenade

Palma Cafe

270 m

16-20 Central Drive

Sea Fish

310 m

17 Victoria Street Houndshill Shopping Centre

Mickey Finn's

280 m

24 Central Drive

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

84%

enjoyed the hotel and would happily stay again

8.4/10

Great

Rooms

8.2

Location

9.2

Service

8.6

Dining

8.2

4.5/5 based on 720 reviews

#7 of 86 hotels in Blackpool based on Tripadvisor

Robert

United Kingdom, March 2025

8.4/10

I had a lovely time at the hotel and really appreciated the cleanliness and spaciousness of the room. The staff were friendly and always around to help, which made my stay pleasant. However, I did find some aspects that could use improvement, such as the dining experience and occasional noise disturbances. Overall, I would say it offers good value for money and is a decent choice for anyone visiting the area.

Rooms

8.0

The premier twin room we stayed in was spacious, clean, and well-equipped, although we could hear some noise from the floor above.

Service

9.0

The service from all staff members was attentive and polite, making us feel welcomed throughout our stay.

Location

10.0

Ideally located near Blackpool's attractions and the promenade, making it convenient for exploring the area.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was good with a well-supplied buffet for breakfast, but I felt the options could be expanded further.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel has a nice bar area and a concert space that features nightly entertainment, enhancing the overall experience.

Rosie

United Kingdom, February 2025

6.6/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. On one hand, there are some fantastic updates with clean and spacious rooms, and a lot of entertainment options! However, the service was lacking satisfaction, especially during check-in, and the dining experience could use some improvement. Overall, I'm not sure if I'd return based on my visit, but there are positive aspects to be considered too.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were spacious and beautifully decorated, with modern amenities that made for a comfortable stay. However, I've encountered some cleanliness issues.

Service

5.0

The service was hit or miss; the manager and front staff were polite, but my check-in experience was quite off-putting and didn't set a good tone for my stay.

Location

9.0

The hotel is conveniently located near the attractions and beach, which makes exploring the area easy and enjoyable.

Dining

6.0

While the breakfast options were decent, there were some things that could've been better in terms of variety and quality.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were good, and I enjoyed the spacious concert room with entertainment each night, but some areas could use more upkeep.

David

United Kingdom, December 2024

9.0/10

We had a fantastic stay at this hotel, enjoying spacious and modern rooms along with friendly and professional staff. The dining options were excellent, offering a variety of delicious meals at reasonable prices. However, we did experience some noise from the nightly entertainment, which may not suit everyone, especially those looking for a quiet stay.

Rooms

9.0

The triple king room was spacious and beautifully modern, although we did have some noise from the entertainment below.

Service

10.0

The staff was very cheery, helpful, and accommodating, especially when we requested a room change after our first night.

Location

9.0

The hotel is conveniently located near the seafront and close to several shops and attractions.

Dining

9.0

Breakfast and dinner offered a great selection of dishes at an inclusive price, making dining a highlight of our stay.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well-maintained, contributing positively to our overall experience.

Alexander

United Kingdom, November 2024

9.2/10

I had an absolutely wonderful stay at The Ruskin! The location is perfect, and the entertainment options are plentiful – you really don’t need to step out for fun. The modern amenities and delicious food made it feel very special, though the live music was quite loud at times. Overall, great value for the price, and I can’t wait to return!

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were modern and spacious, with a fantastic view of the tower. Although they had been refurbished, it was a bit disappointing that the net curtains weren’t updated as well.

Service

10.0

The service was outstanding. The staff were friendly and attentive, making us feel special throughout our stay. They even surprised us with a bottle of bubbly for my dad’s birthday!

Location

9.0

The hotel is perfectly situated near Blackpool Tower and the promenade, making it easy to explore the area. However, the noise from the live entertainer on the weekend was a bit disruptive at night.

Dining

10.0

Dining options were varied and delicious! Breakfast was absolutely amazing and kept us fueled for the day. The bar meals were tempting and well-priced too.

Facilities

9.0

Facilities were excellent! I particularly enjoyed the vibrant atmosphere in the showbar and the well-maintained common areas.

Harper

United Kingdom, September 2024

9.0/10

I had a wonderful stay at the Ruskin Hotel, where the staff truly made us feel welcome and part of a family. The all-inclusive package provided excellent value for money with delicious meals and drinks. My only downside was the entertainment noise at night, which could be a little distracting. Overall, a pleasant experience that I would highly recommend!

Rooms

9.0

The king premier room was modern, spacious, and very clean, ideal for our 4-night stay.

Service

10.0

The staff provided exceptional service, particularly Lesley and Gary, who went above and beyond to ensure our comfort.

Location

9.0

The hotel is conveniently situated, making it easy to explore the area and enjoy nearby attractions.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was fantastic with a range of options available, and the food exceeded my expectations given the package price.