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Best Hotels in Bolton

Bolton sits between Manchester and the West Pennine Moors, and its hotels fall into town, motorway and countryside. Here is how to choose.

The town centre

A hotel in the centre puts the Interchange, the theatre and the bars within walking distance, and makes a trip into Manchester by train simple. It is the busiest part of town on a weekend night, so ask for a quieter room if that matters to you.

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In brief

A hotel in the centre puts the Interchange, the theatre and the bars within walking distance, and makes a trip into Manchester by train simple.

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Middlebrook and the M61

Around Middlebrook and the football stadium at Horwich, close to the M61, there are larger hotels with their own parking and a retail park beside them. They suit a visitor who is driving and wants an easy arrival rather than a town centre setting.

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The moorland edge

To the north, Rivington, Turton and the edge of the West Pennine Moors offer a quieter, rural setting. Staying out here suits someone who wants calm and space, with the town a short drive away.

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To the north, Rivington, Turton and the edge of the West Pennine Moors offer a quieter, rural setting.

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Questions to ask before booking

Is reception staffed late? Is there parking at the door? Can you have a room away from the lift and the street? The answers say more about how an arrival will feel than the photographs will.

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Is reception staffed late?

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Arriving and leaving without fuss

Book in your own name, carry only what you need and let a friend know the address. Big match days at the stadium can fill the nearby hotels, so check the fixtures if you are booking near Horwich. As everywhere on the site, this guide is for adults aged 18 and over.

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Book in your own name, carry only what you need and let a friend know the address.

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Frequently asked questions

Is it better to stay in Bolton or in Manchester?

If your plans are in Bolton, stay in Bolton: it is quieter and simpler. If you want Manchester's evening, the train is quick either way.

Where should I stay if I am driving?

The hotels near Middlebrook and the M61 are the easiest for parking and motorway access.

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