Holiday Inn Express Preston South By Ihg in Preston (Lancashire), England

The hotel offers free parking with over 100 spaces directly outside the building, a rare find near the M6 junction 29. Guests have access to a lounge bar and on-site restaurant, along with a shared lounge and TV area. The hotel also provides vending machines for snacks and drinks, plus a designated smoking area.

All rooms include an en suite bathroom, effective air conditioning, and a 26-inch LCD TV with a DVD player. Rooms feature views of the tree-filled gardens and come with tea and coffee making facilities. The hotel provides complimentary daily housekeeping services for all guests.

The Express Start Breakfast includes both hot and continental options, served in the Great Room overlooking the patio area and gardens. A hot breakfast buffet is included in the room rate, with items like sausages, bacon, hash browns, and tomatoes. The on-site bar and lounge serves drinks and snacks until late evening.

The hotel is situated off the M6 motorway at junction 29, within one mile of the M61 and M65 motorways. Blackpool Tower with its 4D cinema experience is a 20-minute drive away, and Cuerden Valley Park, a 650-acre estate, is just 2 miles from the hotel. Bamber Bridge Rail Station is just over a mile away, offering connections to Preston city centre.

The hotel has meeting rooms that accommodate up to 70 delegates, equipped with flipcharts, projectors, and natural lighting. Pet-friendly accommodations are available for small pets at a nominal fee, with designated grassy areas around the hotel for comfort breaks. The hotel is located near local business parks, making it convenient for business travelers.

Parking: Free parking with over 100 spaces directly outside

Breakfast: Express Start Breakfast with hot and continental options

Location: Off M6 junction 29, 20 min from Blackpool Tower

Business: Meeting rooms for up to 70 with AV support

Pets: Pet-friendly policy with designated outdoor areas