Preston Hotels

For tourists, the town of Preston in the district of Lancashire provides a great base for exploring the area, offering a good selection of Preston hotels to choose from. Similarly, for those travelling for business purposes, Preston hotels are conveniently located in central areas so whether your journey is for business or pleasure, you are sure to find just the right base to make the most of your time in this former market town. Preston has been home to many notable people, including the parents of Butch Cassidy who, because of their Mormon faith, escaped to Victoria Road from the United States to avoid being persecuted. Benjamin Franklin also lived here and visitors can see a blue plaque on a local coffee shop in the city centre, which used to be his house, erected to commemorate his time there.

Preston itself is located nearly halfway between London and Glasgow and because of this it has been the site of many battles throughout the ages, the most recent being the Battle of Preston in 1715. Bonnie Prince Charlie later led his Highland Army through the town on route to London in 1745. There are many notable landmarks, the most famous of which is St. Walburge's Church whose spire is the tallest in England for a Church that is not a Cathedral. The spire stands an incredible 308 feet tall. Tulketh Mill is a Grade II listed building on the Blackpool Road, the chimney of which provides visitors with a visual reminder of the towns' industrial past. Preston offers visitors the chance to admire some lovely Georgian buildings which can be found on Winckley Square. If museums are on the agenda, the Harris Museum and Art Gallery is a popular stop, as is the National Football Museum and there is also the Ribble Steam Railway. For outdoor pursuits, there are many parks to explore and enjoy and Preston hotels can be found close to all of the major landmarks so you will be able to take in as many attractions as you like.

For business travellers, Preston is known as being the administrative centre of Lancashire and is home to a great many businesses including BAE Systems, Matalan (Tax Office), The Carphone Warehouse, Talk Talk and it is also home to the SPAR stores chain. The Winckley Square and Ribbleton areas are two of the main business locations. Local transport provides a regular service and there are a number of local private hire and/or taxi operators if preferred.

Preston hotels offer guests an inclusive service with all the essentials you would expect. Hotel rooms are comfortable and clean and all are equipped with en-suite facilities which include bath and shower. Tea and coffee are provided in all hotel rooms which have been well designed and are stylish and spacious. Preston hotels provide a 24 hour reception service and guests are able to access additional guest services such as laundry and ironing as well as receiving daily newspapers.

For business guests, most Preston hotels provide free Wi-Fi internet access and photocopying and/or fax facilities which could prove useful. If necessary, some hotels can also cater for large meetings, conferences or team building events and most Preston hotels are able to offer their guests leisure facilities such as gymnasium, swimming pool and/or sauna.

For romantic breaks, guests will be able to find idyllic hotel settings and luxurious rooms – perfect for just getting away from it all. Dining can be formal in hotel restaurants which provide breakfast as well as evening dinner, however for a more relaxed meal; some hotels also provide a brassiere or bistro environment. Hotel bar facilities are available for guests to have a quiet drink or cocktails before dinner and some hotel bars provide light meals and/or snacks all day. Hotels here are ideal for guests with disabilities providing specific parking, easy access to hotel rooms and where necessary, elevator facilities.

While in Preston, visitors can enjoy some retail therapy with two major shopping centres centrally located. The Fishergate Shopping Centre and St George's Shopping Centre are home to several top name stores, however for those who would like a more specialist shopping experience, the Miller Arcade which is located in a listed building would be an ideal choice. Whatever your reason for travelling, you are sure to find just the right base to enjoy every minute.

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