Black Dog Inn

3.0 star property
Hotel in Bolton with a restaurant and a bar

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Standard Twin Room | Free WiFi
Restaurant
Exterior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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4 Church St, Bolton, England, BL7 8AB
  • Place, Smithills Country Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Trafford Centre
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Trafford
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manchester (MAN)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Bolton

Located 3 mi (4.9 km) from Terraced Gardens Rivington Country Park, Black Dog Inn is within a 10-minute drive of Smithills Hall. This 3-star hotel has 3 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Smithills Country Park - 7 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • University of Bolton Stadium - 13 min drive - 9.9 miles
  • Trafford Centre - 28 min drive - 25.2 miles
  • Old Trafford - 32 min drive - 27.3 miles
  • Etihad Stadium - 38 min drive - 30.3 miles

Getting around

  • Manchester Hall-I-th-Wood Station - 8 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bake And Roast - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lower Barn (Great House Barn) - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Flag Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Thomas Egerton - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Black Dog Inn

Hotel in Bolton with a restaurant and a bar
Black Dog Inn features free WiFi in public areas and a garden. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 15.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 1:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Black Dog Inn Hotel
Black Dog Inn Bolton
Black Dog Inn Hotel Bolton

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to Black Dog Inn?

This hotel is located in Bolton, close to Middlebrook Retail & Leisure Park, University of Bolton Stadium, and Bolton Arena. You'll also find Smithills Hall and Go Ape at Rivington within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Black Dog Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Black Dog Inn include a casino at the property?

No, Black Dog Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Black Dog Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Black Dog Inn?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and a garden at this hotel.

Are there hot tubs at Black Dog Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Black Dog Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Black Dog Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Black Dog Inn allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Black Dog Inn for a fee of GBP 15.00 per accommodation, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Black Dog Inn?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from Black Dog Inn?

The closest major airport to Black Dog Inn is Manchester Airport (MAN), which is 25.5 mi away (50 minutes by car). Another top airport is John Lennon Airport (LPL), which is around 25.5 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Black Dog Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Black Dog Inn.

Black Dog Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A good place to stay

The hotel is about a 15-minute drive from Bolton town centre in a quiet location next to a church. The rooms are next to the pub and restaurant, which can be accessed by an entrance out back. If you prefer to come and go without going through the pub, you are given a key to a side entrance. My room was clean and spacious and the bed large and comfy. The bathroom was modern and clean. The restaurant has a good menu. I didn’t have time for breakfast, but it looked and smelled very good! Parking is free in the pub/hotel car park just across the road. The location is perfect, away from the centre but only a short drive to all amenities. If you like walking then it's great for that. I would stay again, especially for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service

Could have been so much better.

The Black dog offers affordable accommodation. An excellent restaurant, friendly bar service and comfy beds. Unfortunately the room wasnt cleaned properly with my bathroom bin full from the previous occupier, bottle tops in the corner and a loo that hadnt been clean with a broken seat. Its these little things that make a good score.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025