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Black Dog Inn

3.0 star property

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A bar with a long counter, multiple taps, and a variety of bottles.
A corner of a room with a plaid-patterned armchair, a round wooden table, and a patterned wallpaper.
A cozy room with a checkered floor, a fireplace, a television mounted above it, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
Outdoor picnic tables with potted plants and umbrellas.
A framed artwork on a textured wall, a wooden hanger, and a bed with a patterned bedspread.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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4 Church St, Bolton, England, BL7 8AB
  • Place, Lever Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Go Ape at Rivington
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Smithills Country Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manchester (MAN)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, a framed picture, a bathroom visible through an open door, and a chair.

Standard Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, each with white bedding and a red pillow. There is a nightstand with a lamp between the beds. The room has a window with curtains, and the walls are textured.

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Two single beds with floral bedspreads, a framed picture on the wall, and a textured ceiling.

Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Bolton

Black Dog Inn places you within a 10-minute drive of Smithills Hall and Go Ape at Rivington. This 3-star hotel has 3 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Lever Park - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Go Ape at Rivington - 9 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Smithills Country Park - 10 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • University of Bolton Stadium - 15 min drive - 10.4 miles
  • Bolton Arena - 16 min drive - 10.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sportsman - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Curley's Dining Rooms - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Park Pub - ‬8 min drive
  • Fika Rivington

About this property

Black Dog Inn

Black Dog Inn features free WiFi in public areas and a garden. You can put free parking to good use if you drive.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi.

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TRIBE Manchester Airport
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  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 2,760 reviews
$85 nightly
The price is $102
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
TRIBE Manchester Airport

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: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 15.00
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 15.00

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
  • 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
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 15.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 15.00 (subject to availability)

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

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 Go Ape at Rivington, Middlebrook Retail & Leisure Park, and University of Bolton Stadium. You'll also find Dunscar Bridge Brewery and Smithills Hall within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Black Dog Inn?

As of Jul 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Black Dog Inn on Aug 18, 2026 start from $82, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available on site 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 will couples enjoy most about a stay at Black Dog Inn?

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

Does Black Dog Inn have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

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.

Does Black Dog Inn have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Black Dog Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Black Dog Inn that offer a balcony.

Black Dog Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice Inn- dog friendly and the food is very good. Staff are friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Brilliant stay staff couldn't be more helpful the landlady was amazing went above and beyond to make are stay great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were excellent the land lady was a joy room was everything you needed and also dog friendly The £15 charge for the dog wasn't clear on website but the £10 voucher we received covered more than enought Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified 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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ben

Stayed at the Black Dog Inn in Bolton for two nights. The room itself was comfortable enough for the price, so no major complaints there. However, the overall experience was disappointing. The first night was a write-off in terms of sleep. Staff gave a late booking to a couple who had been drinking in the pub, and they stayed up most of the night with the TV on at a very high volume. There’s clearly little to no sound insulation, as it felt like the noise was coming from inside the room. Housekeeping was also lacking. Despite leaving a sign on the door requesting the room be cleaned, it wasn’t reset after the first night and towels weren’t changed. Small details were missed too, like no cups provided for the kettle and tea-making facilities. For the price, it’s not the worst place to stay, but the noise and lack of attention to basic service would put me off returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A gente amou se hospedar no Black Dog Inn. O quarto é muito confortável e limpo. A equipe é maravilhosa, conversamos bastante com as meninas. Resolvemos tomar café da manhã no restaurante, estava delicioso. Foi uma ótima experiência, muito acolhedor.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026