Title: The Merlin - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Merlin Guesthouse in Blackpool, 3-minute walk to Winter Gardens ## Photo gallery for The Merlin ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24290000/24282400/24282345/bf16615b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24290000/24282400/24282345/6411292f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24290000/24282400/24282345/d50dbca2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Double Room (Shared Bathroom)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24290000/24282400/24282345/78670a8c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24290000/24282400/24282345/w1024h621x0y3-4509f7fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Merlin sits conveniently near Winter Gardens and Blackpool Tower. Guests start their day with a full breakfast, connect using in-room WiFi, and appreciate practical touches like luggage storage. The smoke-free environment creates a comfortable base for exploring the area. ## Reviews 6.0 ## Popular amenities - Housekeeping - Breakfast available - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 4 - Dec. 5](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05&selected=24282345&PinnedHotelID=24282345&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05&selected=24282345&PinnedHotelID=24282345&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 5 - Dec. 6](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-06&selected=24282345&PinnedHotelID=24282345&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-06&selected=24282345&PinnedHotelID=24282345&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 5 - Dec. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=24282345&PinnedHotelID=24282345&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=24282345&PinnedHotelID=24282345&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 12 - Dec. 14](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=24282345&PinnedHotelID=24282345&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=24282345&PinnedHotelID=24282345&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 8 of 8 rooms ### View all photos for Double Room ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24290000/24282400/24282345/a8550b27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room ### Highlights Heating TV Private bathroom 3 bathrooms Electric kettle Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Triple Room ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24290000/24282400/24282345/3c0d077a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Triple Room ### Highlights Heating TV Private bathroom 3 bathrooms Electric kettle Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Twin Room (Shared Bathroom) ![Twin Room (Shared Bathroom)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24290000/24282400/24282345/c278fb6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room (Shared Bathroom) ### Highlights Heating TV 3 bathrooms Electric kettle Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Double Room (Shared Bathroom) ![Double Room (Shared Bathroom)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24290000/24282400/24282345/ec5bd52e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room (Shared Bathroom) ### Highlights Heating TV 3 bathrooms Electric kettle Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Family Room (Shared Bathroom) ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24290000/24282400/24282345/6f811c77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room (Shared Bathroom) ### Highlights Heating TV 3 bathrooms Electric kettle Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds ### View all photos for Family Room ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24290000/24282400/24282345/d32a7b62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room ### Highlights Heating TV 3 bathrooms Electric kettle Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 7 - 2 Double Beds, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Family Room ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24290000/24282400/24282345/d32a7b62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room ### Highlights Heating TV 3 bathrooms Electric kettle Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 7 - 1 Double Bunk Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Triple Room ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24290000/24282400/24282345/70791dfd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Triple Room ### Highlights Heating TV 3 bathrooms Electric kettle Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBlackpool-Hotels-The-Merlin.h24282345.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBlackpool-Hotels-The-Merlin.h24282345.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C53.81511%2C-3.04959&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=q-4MJ3wNkqpJPVxQAUb6IHm2Ieo=) 2 Charnley Road, Blackpool, England, FY1 4PF #### What's nearby - Winter Gardens \- 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Blackpool Tower \- 5 min walk \- 0.4 km - Blackpool Tower Ballroom \- 5 min walk \- 0.4 km - Blackpool Illuminations \- 6 min walk \- 0.6 km - Blackpool Central Pier \- 9 min walk \- 0.8 km #### Getting around - Blackpool North Station - 12 min walk #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk - ‪The 103 Cafe - ‬6 min walk - ‪The Backlot Cinema & Diner - ‬3 min walk - ‪Quilligans - ‬6 min walk - ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min walk ## About this property ### The Merlin Guesthouse near Winter Gardens Close to Blackpool Tower and Blackpool Illuminations, The Merlin has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks like: - Full breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and luggage storage Room features All guestrooms at The Merlin offer amenities such as free WiFi. 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Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 shared bathrooms (in-room sinks) - Free toiletries - Hair dryer (on request) - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Food and drink - Electric kettle ### More - Heating - Iron/ironing board on request ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 5 for adults and GBP 3 for children The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed ### Property is also known as Merlin Guesthouse Blackpool Merlin Blackpool The Merlin Blackpool The Merlin Guesthouse The Merlin Guesthouse Blackpool ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Merlin pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Merlin? ### What time is check-out at The Merlin? ### Where is The Merlin located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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