Astley Bank Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel in Darwen with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Bolton Road, Darwen, England, BB3 2QB
  • Place, Ewood Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Jubilee Tower
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Trafford
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manchester (MAN)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(45 reviews)
  • 160 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Executive Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 185 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Darwen

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Jubilee Tower, Astley Bank Hotel places you within a few miles (5 km) of Wellybobs Farm Park. This 4-star hotel has 37 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Ewood Park - 8 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Jubilee Tower - 10 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Heaton Park - 33 min drive - 20.5 miles
  • Trafford Centre - 33 min drive - 21.7 miles
  • Old Trafford - 37 min drive - 23.8 miles

Getting around

  • Darwen Station - 19 min walk
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bridgewater - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Hopstar Tap Number 39 - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪dollys tea room - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Entwistle Hotel - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Park Pub - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Astley Bank Hotel

Hotel in Darwen with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
Guests of Astley Bank Hotel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a business center. A stay here includes free parking. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Coffee makers, hair dryers, and safes are also available.

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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
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Othello's

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1815
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 22.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 22.0 per night

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Astley Bank Hotel?

Astley Bank Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see around Astley Bank Hotel?

This hotel is located in Darwen, close to Ewood Park, Blackburn Cathedral, and King Georges Hall. You'll also find Thwaites Empire Theatre and Blackburn Arena within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Astley Bank Hotel?

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

Does Astley Bank Hotel include a casino on the premises?

No, Astley Bank Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Astley Bank Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Astley Bank Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

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

Are there hot tubs at Astley Bank Hotel?

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

Does Astley Bank Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Astley Bank Hotel serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Othello's.

Will Astley Bank Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Astley Bank Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at Astley Bank Hotel?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Astley Bank Hotel?

The closest major airport to Astley Bank Hotel is Manchester Airport (MAN), which is 28.7 mi away (38 minutes by car). Another top airport is John Lennon Airport (LPL), which is around 28.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Astley Bank Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Astley Bank Hotel.

Astley Bank Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 262 out of 435 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 122 out of 435 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 435 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 435 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 435 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

Well worth a visit

Great Hotel lovely building and well maintained rooms .Receptionist was very nice and friendly which is important as they are the first point of contact.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

carol

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mehvish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a great stay! The hotel was very welcoming, and the staff were absolutely great. My room was very clean and neat and everything I could need was provided.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

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

A real gem

This hotel is a real gem positioned in lovely grounds and gardens. Every member of staff we met were very engaging and friendly and they all contributed to ensuring we had a brilliant stay, a special mention to Lisa on reception very knowledgeable, efficient and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

Lovely Hotel

Lovely spacious room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Basia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was quiet and peaceful sleep very friendly and politely staff very clean and tidy room very comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

carol

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mabasher

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for an overnight stop.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful country hotel, just on the edge of Darwen!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel perfect place to relax
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It ideally suited our purpose in staying in the area
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great food
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mei-Mei

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel, only here for a stop off overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Edwin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location.lovely building Poor shower and room had strange odour No remote for tv
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Friendly staff, beautiful gardens. Rooms clean but very dated. Not worth the price.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Attending wedding ceremony, room ready on arrival, room very good staff friendly and helpful,
Stayed 1 night in May 2025