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Dora Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Blackpool Pleasure Beach

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Garden
Bar (on property)
Front of property
Reception
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

5.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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4 Station Road, Blackpool, England, FY4 1BE
  • Place, Sandcastle Waterpark
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Blackpool Pleasure Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Blackpool Central Pier
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Triple Room, Multiple Beds

  • 121 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 121 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 121 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room, Multiple Beds | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room, Multiple Beds

  • 121 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Triple Room, Multiple Beds

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

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Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

  • 121 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Blackpool

Located in South Shore, Dora Hotel is within a 5-minute walk of popular attractions such as Blackpool Pleasure Beach and Sandcastle Waterpark. This 3-star hotel has 14 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and a nightclub.

What's nearby

  • Sandcastle Waterpark - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • South Pier - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Blackpool Pleasure Beach - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Blackpool Central Pier - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Blackpool Tower - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Blackpool Pleasure Beach Station - 12 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Velvet Coaster (Wetherspoon) - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪W G Beans Cafe & Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bentley's Fish & Chip Shop - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Last Resort - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Dora Hotel

Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Blackpool Pleasure Beach
Guests of Dora Hotel have access to a nightclub, karaoke, and free WiFi in public areas. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a meeting room, a banquet hall, and a garden.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include iPod docks, sitting areas, and electric kettles.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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The Royal Alexandra Hotel by Compass Hospitality

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  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
6.0 out of 10, 110 reviews
$37 nightly
The price is $44
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Evening entertainment
  • Karaoke
  • Nightclub
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Playground

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 5 per accommodation, per night
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Pet weight must not exceed 50 lbs per pet
  • 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 5 per accommodation, per night
  • 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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: 2:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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OYO Dora Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Dora Hotel?

Dora Hotel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Dora Hotel?

As of Sep 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dora Hotel on Oct 6, 2025 start from $61.65, excluding 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.

What's there to do around Dora Hotel?

This hotel is situated in South Shore, just steps from Blackpool Pleasure Beach and Sandcastle Waterpark. You'll also find Blackpool Central Pier and Blackpool Tower within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Dora Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

Does Dora Hotel feature a casino at the property?

No, Dora Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Dora Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Dora Hotel?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a bar, a restaurant, and a nightclub.

Are there hot tubs at Dora Hotel?

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

Does Dora Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Dora Hotel serves free English breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Does Dora Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Dora Hotel for a fee of GBP 5 per accommodation, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Dora Hotel?

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

Are there rooms with balconies at Dora Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Dora Hotel.

Reviews

Dora Hotel Reviews

5.4

5.4/10

Cleanliness

6.4/10

Staff & service

4.8/10

Amenities

5.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 125 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 125 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 125 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 125 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Carol

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Racheal

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didnt even stay more than 5 mins it was awful there was no way my child were sleeping there and there was a dog howling in a room below!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Christopher

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I got a phone call from someone asking what time we were checking in as jo one would be there to check us in. This was nit the owner but was helping him out. Upon arrival we got sent a few different room numbers and and codes to gain entry. The front door was not secure. When we did finally gain entry to a room the would not lock and it was filthy and unmade. The whole property is a debacle. We left without staying and found other accommodation as did not feel safe. This property should be removed from the site. I have applied for a refund but doubtful i will get one.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Karl

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed here after looking at the pictures online unfortunately the pictures were nothing like the actual hotel very dirty old bedding on floor filthy paper hanging off walls. well over 30 year old beds as walked in a mattress that had urine all over, breakfast tables disgusting dust everywhere cups and animal hair on pubic had in a roon change straight away. To top it off found my partner has bed bug bites today. Soo having to treat all my house.. Place should be shut down and fumigated.... Manager shouldn't run a hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Sandra

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good welcoming, old property, room had ensuite bathroom that made the room smelly, room flooring dirty, poorly decorated
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Christina

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

DO NOT BOOK

Absolutely appalling! For one it’s false advertising looks nothing like the photos on the advertisement! Got to the room and wow I have no words, pictures to follow! The cleanliness WHAT CLEANLINESS! the only thing clean about this stay was the bag in the bin! I booked this room as a treat for my grandson as he had just finished his SATS and I was absolutely gutted and mortified! Then to top it off we went down for breakfast everyone around me got their breakfasts I was told they forgot about mine. I would have never have booked it I knew then what know now!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

JAMES

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Was ok but needs alot of work

Place is managed by one man Tom who was very nice ...Owner was off to Birmingham as we arrived and another lady disappeared when I spoke to her so not much of a welcome . Place needs work and cleaning tbh ... Basic standards are a must especially in a town with so much competition.. Hotel had two names which doesn't help.Think we were the only ones there but we were the only ones for breakfast ... Took a while to get any response from anyone as place was deserted but got there in the end ...Tom is doing a grand job but needs help imho. Breakfast ok but basic and wasn't asked what we wanted but dining room needs a clean and they did have a new dog so that comes with it's challenges ... Can't fault location for pleasure beach and south shore and was a late booking .. As I said place needs work and there are basics that are missing so those should be addressed if the are to survive a summer session ...Who place needs TLC but after coming to Blackpool now for 30 year then whole town needs some TLC and Cleaning .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Peter

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Found property. No response from ringing bell. Entered through front door which was partly open. Shouted, couldn't find anybody present inside but there was a dog shut in a cupboard under the stairs with door ajar. Eventually a couple, apparently living in the property, told us that there had been no hotel business there for years. Whole place is dirty, dingy, rundown, smelly and we wouldn't have stayed even if it was open. Yet it is still listed in Expedia - IT SHOULD BE REMOVED. We didn't pay in advance but anybody who did would probably lose their money.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

stephen

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have asked Expedia to remove this property from their site. On arrival was taken to a room and somebody was sleeping in the bed in the room allocated for me. I was taken to another room which can only be described as unsafe and filthy the toilet had been used and not flushed And the curtain was hanging off the rail. The carpet was also filthy with debris all over a word of warning Expedia are only limited in what they can do they were unable to affect a refund I booked in at a better hotel around the corner. I recognise this is a cheap hotel But there are minimum standards
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Jordanne

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property absolutely filthy not as advertised at all evrrything in the room was disgusting and smelt quiet bad. The staff were friendly but found out of date things at the breakfast and again the things were not clean and we had to ask for things to be washed.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Craig

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is dirty smells it's unsafe got took to the top floor in the attic room was cold bedding was filthy so asked for another room and got shown it it was basically a crack den only not advertised as one it's horrendous I wouldn't let a rat stop there neither mind a human being I would advise anyone to not stop here if the was a minus star I would give it minus 1000
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sharon

Disliked: Staff & service

Deeply disappointed

What stay. The hotel cancelled with less than 24 hours notice. It spoiled the start of our holiday If we have to give 48 hours notice why should they cancel with such short notice and no explanation
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cheap and cheerful

We stayed in room 15 right at the top floor, the carpet between the two rooms was soaking wet. The carpet it nailed and screwed down and if you have barefeet it hurts. The mattress on one of the bets had a spring sticking out at the very bottom if you sat there it was sticking in you. The shower pressure is terrible. The curtains had what looked like a cigarette burn hole in them and half hanging off the rail. The only good this was that it was a sea view room
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Stephen

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We didn’t stay. Lasted 15 mins. It was dirty. Really dirty. Mattress was just spring. Had a big wet patch in the carpet. Smelt musty. Carpet was stapled together like odd ends of carpet. Light fittings hanging off. Couldn’t even give it 1/10 it was really bad.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Gurpreet

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Absolutely filthy

Absolutely filthy. Hairs on the bed. No soap in towel. Stains on the walls and beds. Filthy carpet. I wish i could give minus stars. Dont know how these property still allowed for guests to stay in. Avoid it at all cost. Booked with breakfast but didn't eat there because don't want to get ill
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mark

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Look elsewhere

Wasn’t really the most clean hotel we have stayed in Blackpool, towels was dirty, window ledge full of dust, bathroom looked like it hasn’t been touched for a while.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Shouldn't be allowed on hotels.com

Avoid unless your crazy or very very desperate. Didnt read reviews before booking and couldn't afford to walk away on arrival and stay elsewhere. The pics of property are correct but most of the community areas is storage for crap,our room smelt and wasnt as clean as it should be. We are glad we took our own towls,I had to fix curtains so people couldn't see inside while my wife was changing. The carpet was patch work and nailed down so pain full if you need toilet in night and forgotten your slippers.the mattress on the bed was as old as Blackpool tower and felt horrible to sleep on. The breakfast comes with its own health warning very undercooked eggs,hashbrowns not cooked,out of date jam, the glasses on the tables were filthy not just on our table but on all the tables.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Margo

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was stinking the ceiling was leaking onto a bed the smell of dampness was terrible my grandson was taken to hospital as it affected his asthma and had to be put on a nebuliser the place was dirty the carpets in the rooms were held down with screws they had to give me another room due to the ceiling leaking and that room was smelling of dampness too PLEASE DO NOT STAY THERE YOU WILL REGRET IT YOU HAVE TO WIPE YOUR FEET COMING OUT OF IT ITS THAT BAD
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

lee

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The filthiest hotel i have ever been too. I walked straight back out and booked another hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Ian

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

NIGEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

simon

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel should be closed down,fumigated and renovated! Was greeted by 2 men sitting in what should be a diningroom, crockery all dressed on tables which where dirty and and still left from breakfast at 6pm. Was shown to our room and felt unsafe the moment i was shown the door. The manager then decided to show tje broken bathroom door with no handle which must be closed when sbower in use as it leaks onto bedroom carpet! The tv was off the wall and just sat on top of the wardrobe,sockets hanging off the wall, the door was all broken down the panels and although it was a digitl lock did not feel secure and safe.the beds where filthy pillows stained,shower to dirty to even consider using, the dust under and around the bed frames are the worse i have ever seen. My 10 yr son started crying and begging us not to stay here as he felt scared and unsafe, and as a female alone with a child i felt this too. And with in 20 mins i walked out with 2 bites on my anckle i may add! Do not stay here, the pics advertised must be atleast 10 years old no rooms look the same. Found a safer and much cleaner hotel for the same price other end of the same street named the marlow lodge. Do not book here it is filthy and unsafe regardless of price a toilet should be clean and a door should close and lock securely.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Gary

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024