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The Laurels Guest House

3.0 of 5
14 Reads Avenue, Blackpool FY1 4BP, England (Formerly The Willswood)
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Ranked #43 of 774 Blackpool B&B and Inns
5.0 of 5 stars 48 Reviews
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JodieSwitzerland
Lausanne, Switzerland
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4 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2012 NEW

My husband and I spent two amazing nights at The Laurels. We could not have wished for a better stay. We had the most wonderful time with the hosts, Sue and Colin who we've now adopted! They treated us like family and could not do enough to help us. Our room was great, with super comfortable beds,we were cooked a... More

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Jade U
Glasgow, United Kingdom
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3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2012 NEW

I booked this b&b for me and my partner for his 30th after reading the reviews on trip advisor. We stayed for 2 nights and wish it was more, Colin and Sue (and the fishes) are exellent hosts couldn't do enough for us,our room was very cosy and the little things like bottled water, tea and coffee and sweets, which... More

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Tara B
Cork
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews
2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2012

I spent one night at the Laurels and it was lovely. It was in a good location and the place was spotless. The room was lovely and cozy and the radiator was on when we arrived. Breakfast in the morning was great and I was offered anything I wanted. Sue and Colin were super, super friendly. I will stay here... More

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colin martin, Owner at The Laurels Guest House, responded to this review
2 February 2012

Dia duit (hello) to you both and thank you for taking the time to post your review. Though your stay was for a short time your company was enjoyed by us both and encouraged that overall our standards were to your satisfaction. We hope you enjoyed the Speed Snooker and the time spent looking around the resort with a view... More

Rachel M
Guisborough, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 January 2012

My daughter and I stayed here in dec2011 for two nights while she attended a competition at Winter Gardens. Colin & Sue are fantastic hosts and really make you welcome. The rooms are beautifully clean, the bed comfy and the little touches make for a fantastic stay. The breakfast is great and they really cater to your needs. I would... More

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colin martin, Owner at The Laurels Guest House, responded to this review
2 February 2012

We welcome your kind comments and thank you very much. On entering our door whether it be for the first time or having stayed before the same warm welcome awaits. We were glad that you chose The Laurels for your weekend stay on the occasion of your daughters Cheer Leading competition and on recollection did very well So for now... More

Liz H
Weymouth, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 January 2012

We are two couple that have been coming to Blackpool every January for nigh-on 30 years!! This is by far the best accommodation we have had in Blackpool, we have stayed in all the big hotels and small guesthouses - but The Laurels beats the lot of them. Sue and Colin are wonderful hosts, they make you feel very welcome... More

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colin martin, Owner at The Laurels Guest House, responded to this review
27 January 2012

Thank you all so much for your review and kind comments. Having travelled some considerable distance to attend " The British Homing Pigeon Show " (Columba Livia) we were happy that your stay with us proved both comfortable and welcoming Should you decide to attend again next year it would be our very great pleasure to have you spend your... More

alison m
Skelmersdale, United Kingdom
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 January 2012

I stayed here for a couple of nights with my boyfriend to celebrate the new year.There was a slight confusion on arrival due to booking.com but was soon put right by two wounderful hosts Sue & Colin who made us so welcome and comfortable. Are room was perfect for us cosey and very clean.Nothing was to much trouble for them.... More

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colin martin, Owner at The Laurels Guest House, responded to this review
27 January 2012

Your kind comments have been accepted with great satisfactiion and especially in light of what was said. It proves how important reviews are when it comes to making that all important decision and how you were guided by them. We were glad that you had a relaxing time and were able to chill out over the new year. Please accept... More

pinklady084
northern ireland
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 December 2011

we stayed at the laurels in nov this year .... had went on trip advisor to see what guesthouses and hotels would be like in the areaof blackpool ... we seen the reviews for the laurels and couldnt believe the comments that was made we thought no way any place could be this good.. so we booked to try it... More

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colin martin, Owner at The Laurels Guest House, responded to this review
27 January 2012

We were more than delighted to have visitors from across the irish sea and reassured that trip advisor played a key part in making your final choice on coming to Blackpool. As this was your first time here we were happy to read that your accommodation lived up to your expectations and one day return to the resort. It is... More

kelse1990
Barrow-in-Furness, United Kingdom
Reviewer
4 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 December 2011

I stayed here for a couple of nights in September with a group of friends. The hosts were very welcoming and the rooms of good standard. Breakfast was good also and plenty of food too. Hadn't been to Blackpool for years,but would without a doubt stay here again if I return. The only reason I gave it average on sleep... More

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colin martin, Owner at The Laurels Guest House, responded to this review
4 December 2011

Our grateful thanks for the frank and constructive remarks posted on tripadvisor and for the time taken also happy that overall you all enjoyed your stay. We are happy to confirm that your issue has been rectified that will we hope make any future stays more enjoyable. Best wishes for the future. Kind Regards, Colin and Sue. More

Pauline701
Manchester, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 November 2011

We spent 2 nights at The Laurels and wished it had been more. We have stayed the last 5 years in Blackpool this particular weekend in different accommodations, no longer will I search the net for a suitable b&b, we found everything we needed at The Laurels and more. It was perfectly situated for our visit to the Winter Gardens,... More

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colin martin, Owner at The Laurels Guest House, responded to this review
25 November 2011

Thank you both very much for choosing The Laurels for your 2 night stay, it was our pleasure. We are pleased too that the hospitality levels provided met with your needs and that you would be happy to return again, we look forward to this event. We hope your building project is nearing completion and ready to move into in... More

STEPHEN S
Liverpool, United Kingdom
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 November 2011

Only stayed for 1 night but we wish it had been more!!Everything was done to make sure our short stay was enjoyable & Colin & Sue are excellent hosts.The location of The Laurels is superb so the attractions are all within walking distance.If we ever go back to Blackpool this will be the only place we would ever stay. More

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colin martin, Owner at The Laurels Guest House, responded to this review
2 December 2011

We value your feedback and glad that you thought so highly of The Laurels and enjoyed your stay. As a guest you are very important to us and would welcome a return visit from you both should you visit Blackpool again. Kind Regards, Colin and Sue. More

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