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Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel

4.0 star property
Victorian hotel with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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Bar (on property)
Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Terrace/patio
Lounge
Reception

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Preston New Road Samelsbury, Samlesbury, Preston, England, PR5 0UJ
  • Place, Brockholes Nature Reserve
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Deepdale
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Central Lancashire
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Room options

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Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Family Room, Multiple Beds (Standard Family Room 3) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room, Multiple Beds (Standard Family Room 3)

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)
  • 107 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)
  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(50 reviews)
  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room, Multiple Beds (Standard Family Room 4)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard King or Twin Room 2 Single bed

  • Sleeps 2

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Bathroom amenities | Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels

Standard Family Room 3

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Family Room Four

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Preston

Brockholes Nature Reserve is a short stroll from Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel, and other popular attractions like Deepdale are within a few miles (5 km). This 98-room, 4-star hotel has a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Brockholes Nature Reserve - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Deepdale - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • University of Central Lancashire - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Samlesbury Hall - 7 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Preston Docks - 10 min drive - 4.5 miles

Getting around

  • Chorley Station - 11 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Five Guys - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel

Victorian hotel with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk
Guests of Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel enjoy a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Self parking is offered for GBP 5 per day. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a conference center, coffee/tea in a common area, and express check-out.
Guests can expect LCD TVs with digital channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Beds sport pillow menus and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Coffee makers, phones, and ironing boards are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (GBP 5 per day)
  • Extended parking on site (GBP 10 per day)

Food and drink

  • Weekend full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: GBP 22 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Scottish Steak Club

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1972
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 30
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from June 8 2025 to March 31 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 15 per pet, per stay
  • 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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 22 per person
  • Self parking fee: GBP 5 per day
  • Extended parking fee: GBP 10 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 30 (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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
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, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? For a fee, this property offers self parking, along with extended parking. There's also a car charging station.

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. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel?

Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do near Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel?

This hotel is located in Preston within a short 10-minute walk of Brockholes Nature Reserve. You'll also find Deepdale and Preston Bus Station within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel?

Yes, parking is offered for GBP 5 per day. Electric car charging is also available for guests.

Does Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel feature a casino?

No, Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront hotel include around-the-clock room service and a pillow menu in each guestroom with some featuring river views.

Does Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel serves a full breakfast for a surcharge on weekend mornings at Scottish Steak Club.

Will Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel for a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per stay.

Does Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel have connecting rooms?

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

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel.

Does Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel host weddings?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Reviews

Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel Reviews

7.6

Good

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 334 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 302 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 177 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 105 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 82 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Dirty room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

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

Great location

Great location close to motorway very friendly welcome
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Julie

Business traveler
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Very dated

Very dated bedroom, two armchairs in bedroom were very old and in poor condition. The bathroom smelled very damp and foisty, there was lots of mould in the shower cubicle on the ceiling and around the tiles. The bed was comfy and the room was warm and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Property very tired and in need of a good clean Staff excellent and still good value
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Neil

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awful horrible dirty staff awful
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Richard

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Noisy, dirty and poor condition.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan Williams, Annette Duxbury, Stephen

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Ok
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

peter

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

thomas

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
VERY DISAPPOINTED WITH OUR STAY. WE FEEL THIS HOTEL IS IN SERIOUS NEED OF A REFURB .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ryan

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at the Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel and unfortunately found the room in a poor state—thick dust under the bed, cobwebs, exposed wiring in the corner, and a mouse that ran across the floor and vanished beneath peeling carpet. That said, the woman on reception was fantastic—she was completely understanding, didn’t question my concerns, and immediately issued a full refund, along with free breakfast and parking. No fuss, no pushback—she handled it professionally and with empathy. The hotel clearly has major maintenance and cleanliness issues to fix, but I can’t fault the staff on duty for how they handled it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon, Glassel

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Alexander

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Just ok.

Cosmetically poor and in need of renovation. Very few staying here but easy parking and just off the M6.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

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

Lovely venue, so peaceful

Fantastic room on the ground floor which is what I asked for, friendly staff, lovely lake at the back. Food not so good
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine, Bo'ness

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff were very helpful and friendly when we arred. The hotel suited our purpose however the corrdors smelled of damp, and there was no heating in bathroom..
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Deborah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Disappointing

Hotel is very tired! Rooms were ok (website photos are very definitely photo shopped!) Rooms were really hot despite the weather not being that hot, there was a fan in the room but that did little to cool the room down. Couldn't open windowsxas bugs/flies were flying around outside. Food was really good including breakfast but the breakfast staff were more interested in hiding round the corner chatting. Coukd be a fantastic venue but definitely needs updating.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Mike

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Karen

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

What a mistake. Never again.

The hotel needs a make over. The carpets are thread bare. The towels have seen better days. The sink in the bathroom needs a dam good clean.
Carpets need replacing
Towels need throwing away
Sink needs a bit of bleach
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Preston

Nice hotel but had a long walk to room. Could do with more light in the room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
As a business user the Tickled Trout Hotel adequately provides for all my requirements. Location, parking, excellent friendly staff, clean comfortable rooms and a consistently good restaurant. I will be visiting again very soon.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jeroen

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

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

Good

All round good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Brian

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

4 Star?? Not even a 2

Stayed here about 5 years ago and as I had business nearby seemed the right choice.. however, the rooms are neglected. Dust everywhere, skirting, TV, curtains and pelmet.. obviously not seen a Hoover in many months.. bathroom is quite small and who decided to put the loo so damned close to the wall?? You need to be a contortionist to wipe! Hairs in the sink and some sort of substance around the plug hole? Window over rider not secured to the window and quite a bit of road noise from M6. Food and drink is actually decent quality (except the chips as more like soggy raosties) but very high cost. Reduction on the portion size perhaps to bring costs back inline? First negative review I have had to leave in a long time. Would only come back if it was brought back to standard of previous years. Such a shame as it’s a lovely location next to the river with convenient links to the motorway and for Lake District.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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