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Holiday Inn Express Preston - South, an IHG Hotel

4.1-star hotel with free breakfast & Wi-Fi in Preston. LGBTQ+ friendly, near top attractions like The Harris and Hoghton Tower. Convenient access to Manchester Airport.

Reedfield Pl, Walton Summit Rd, Walton Summit Centre, Preston PR5 8AA, United Kingdom View on map
8.2/10
Very Good Based on 1236 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free breakfast Free parking Accessible Air-conditioned
What recent guests emphasize

Comfortable stay with friendly service and good breakfast

Visitors highlight spacious, clean rooms, welcoming staff, and a generous breakfast selection, making it a convenient stop near Preston. Some note minor issues with breakfast restocking and occasional noise from nearby motorways.

Guests often praise

  • Friendly, professional, and welcoming staff, including memorable reception service.
  • Spacious, clean, and well-maintained rooms with comfortable beds and modern bathrooms.
  • Generous breakfast selection, fresh and well-served throughout the morning.
  • Convenient parking with Tesla and electric vehicle charging points available.
  • Good location just off the M6, easy to find and suitable for breaks during longer journeys.

Worth knowing

  • Some guests experienced breakfast items running out and delays in restocking.
  • Noise from the nearby motorway can affect rooms if windows are open, though air conditioning helps mitigate this.
  • Restaurant menu is limited and slightly pricey; many choose alternative dining options nearby.
  • A few minor cleanliness details noted, such as a grubby kettle in one room.

Best for

  • Travelers seeking a comfortable overnight stop close to motorway links.
  • Guests looking for pet-friendly accommodations with attentive service.
  • Visitors wanting easy access to Preston and nearby cultural or natural attractions.
  • Business travelers needing well-equipped rooms with desk space and charging facilities.
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About this property

Welcome to Holiday Inn Express Preston - South, an IHG Hotel

Holiday Inn Express Preston - South, an IHG Hotel, offers straightforward and laid-back accommodation just off the M6 motorway, making it a practical choice for travelers requiring easy motorway access. The hotel features spacious, clean rooms with functional amenities like desks and charging points, suitable for both leisure visitors and business travelers. Guest feedback highlights comfortable beds and well-maintained bathrooms, although a few reviews mention minor issues such as limited breakfast restocking and some cleanliness details.

The property includes a restaurant with a simple, acceptable menu and serves a complimentary breakfast with a good variety of options, often noted as fresh and well-stocked. Free Wi-Fi and generous parking—including high-speed electric vehicle charging points—add convenience. While the site is marketed as LGBTQ+ friendly, guest reviews also praise friendly and professional staff who provide welcoming service to all, even accommodating pets with considerate touches.

Located in Walton Summit Centre, Preston, the hotel is well-positioned for visitors interested in sightseeing and outdoor activities in the surrounding area. Nearby attractions such as The Harris art gallery and museum, Brockholes nature reserve, and the historic Hoghton Tower offer varied cultural and recreational opportunities. The property’s rating and guest comments suggest it is a solid option for overnight stops and short stays, especially for those focusing on ease of travel and practical accommodation.

For travelers arriving by air, the hotel is accessible within about 45 to 90 minutes by car or transit from Manchester Airport and Liverpool John Lennon Airport. Guests looking for similar accommodations nearby will find a range of hotels in Preston and the surrounding area, from comparable chains to boutique and spa options.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free breakfast
Free parking
Accessible
Air-conditioned
Pet-friendly
Kid-friendly
Restaurant
Bar
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Pool
Business center
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

JG
John Greenwood Apr 15, 2026
10

Stayed at Preston for one night to break up our journey returning to Devon from Edinburgh. Was very impressed with the standards at the hotel. On check in, Adam on reception was awesome! A total gent, friendly and extremely professional! We had our dog with us, and he also received a very warm welcome, and a small bag of treats! This was the first time we had used Holiday inn Express, as we were unaware that this hotel chain was dog friendly. The standard of room, it's decor and facilities are by far much better than the standards we have experienced with other dog friendly hotel chains. Will definitely use Holiday inn Express again in future! Special thanks again to Adam! A real credit to the team!

GW
Gillian Watson Apr 03, 2026
10

Great location. Lots of parking. Very friendly welcoming staff on all shifts. Lovely spacious room. Clean and well maintained hotel - both the room and all public areas. Particularly liked how fresh and clean the main reception and restaurant area smelled. Breakfast was really good, great selection.

SP
Stuart Parker-Jackson Mar 11, 2026
10

We used Preston South as a stop off for a longer family journey. Location wise its perfect for the purposes and easy to find. We're regular users of Holiday Express, and this is a super example of clean, comfortable rooms, very spacious with ample communal areas. The service from the team was just as you'd expect, prompt, courteous and helpful. The parking space is generous and the bonus of the multiple high speed Tesla charging points just adds more value and was reasonably priced considering it's on a major travel route too. (Charging for all models not just Tesla) The food menu is ample but a tiny bit pricey. We decided to order in via deliveroo, which offered a multitude of choice and was quick too. One thing I wouldn't pass up on is the breakfast. A fantastic line up of choices, including a fresh pancake maker if you fancy it, with a great choice of lighter or cooked options. It was fresh and delicious. And served right up to the cut off time too - for any stragglers (not us I'm happy to say ). Overall, the stay represented good value, especially considering the unlimited breakfast. Did I mention the breakfast? A well placed, clean, comfortable environment that comes highly recommended.

AM
Andrew MacLachlan Mar 04, 2026
10

Very impressed with this hotel, located just off the M6 near Preston. The bedroom was large, comfortable with all the required facilities for a business traveler such as desk, desk chair, desk light, charging ports. The bathroom was of a 5 star standard with a beautiful shower. There is an acceptable restaurant facility with limited menu but fine for a quick dinner. Highly recommend this hotel.

CF
Caroline Fraser Feb 11, 2026
8.0

Good location for an overnight stop travelling from Herefordshire to Scotland. We had ground floor room 16. Lovely large room with double and single bed. Very spacious bathroom and lovely big shower. Very comfortable bed. Room was lovely and clean with only one exception. The kettle was very grubby as was the surrounding area. We had to clean it before we could use it. Breakfast was delicious but items kept running out and were not automatically replaced. A good selection of items, replaced quickly when people asked, but nobody seemed to be monitoring it. Probably our fault for arriving at 8.45 as did most guests when breakfast finished at 9am. Its a lovely hotel, extremely spacious with polite and friendly staff. I would be happy to stay there again.

BW
Bowland Walks Jan 25, 2026
10

My son picks me up to commute every morning for a commute to Cheshire. I've only ever had a coffee, and occasional drink in the evening, but the staff are worth a mention. Always very friendly and chatty. Greta service.

PR
Philip Read Jan 12, 2026
8.0

Very comfortable hotel. Food ok ,staff ,excellent. Location has easy access to motorway and as a consequence can quite disturbing at night, if you like your window open. Rooms have aircon tho.

KT
kate teesdale Dec 22, 2025
10

The hotel room was absolutely spotless. I think our bathroom must have been brand new! The room was spacious, the staff were so friendly, and the breakfast was constantly being restocked (fab choice of breakfast!)

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Holiday Inn Express Preston - South, an IHG Hotel

Preston, United Kingdom

Based on sightseeing, recreation, and getting around

  • Bamber Bridge 25 min Walk
  • Leyland 1 hr 7 Walk
  • Preston Hotel 5 min Walk
  • Manchester Airport 48 min Car · 1 hr 30 Transit
  • Liverpool John Lennon Airport 51 min Car · 2 hr 21 Transit
  • Leeds Bradford Airport 1 hr 27 Car · 2 hr 56 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Preston. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Hoghton Tower 1,358 reviews

Hoghton Tower

Blackburn Old Rd, Hoghton, Preston PR5 0SH, United Kingdom

4.6 · Historical Landmark
The Harris 1,705 reviews

The Harris

Preston PR1 2PP, United Kingdom

4.5 · Art Museum
Brockholes 3,588 reviews

Brockholes

Preston New Rd, Samlesbury, Preston PR5 0AG, United Kingdom

4.5 · Nature Preserve
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