Blackpool Cottages with Hot Tubs

Get More From Your Blackpool Hot Tub Cottage Break

Sightseeing

Blackpool offers loads of attractions beyond the obvious Tower and Pleasure Beach. I recommend starting with Blackpool Tower (FY1 4BJ, open 10am-5pm daily), which houses five attractions including the famous ballroom and the Tower Eye with its glass floor. The Tower scores 4.5/5 on TripAdvisor from over 10,000 reviews.

Madame Tussauds Blackpool (FY1 5AA, open 10am-5pm) lets you get photos with lifelike celebs and scores a solid 4/5 on TripAdvisor. The SEA LIFE Centre (FY1 5AA, open 10am-5pm) sits nearby with its underwater tunnel and gets 4/5 from visitors.

Stanley Park (FY3 9HU) offers 390 acres of green space just a mile from the seafront. It's won the Best UK Park award multiple times and scores 4.5/5 on TripAdvisor. Perfect for a morning walk before heading back to your cottage for a dip in the hot tub.

The Blackpool Illuminations run from early September to early January, stretching six miles along the promenade. They're completely free to view and make evening walks special during autumn and winter breaks.

Pet Friendly

Blackpool welcomes dogs year-round, though beach access is restricted between May and September on the main beaches. However, the beach between South Pier and Squires Gate stays dog-friendly all year.

Stanley Park has designated dog walking areas and the model village within it (Blackpool Model Village, FY3 9HU) allows well-behaved dogs on leads. Many cafés along the promenade have outdoor seating where dogs can join you.

The Sandcastle Waterpark (FY4 1BB) holds special "Bark in the Park" dog swimming sessions at the end of each season before they clean the pools. These sell out fast but are brilliant fun if you can book.

When staying in your hot tub cottage, I suggest bringing your dog's bed and favourite toys to help them settle. Many cottages provide dog bowls and some even offer secure gardens where your dog can run freely.

Top 3 attractions you have to see in Blackpool

Blackpool Pleasure Beach (FY4 1EZ) ranks as the UK's most visited amusement park for good reason. With 10 roller coasters including the UK's tallest, The Big One, it's a thrill-seeker's dream. The park scores 4.5/5 on TripAdvisor from over 15,000 reviews. One visitor wrote: "We've been coming for 20 years and it never disappoints." Open from 10am with closing times varying seasonally. Book online for best prices.

The Blackpool Tower Ballroom (FY1 4BJ) offers a step back in time with its stunning Victorian architecture and daily dancing to the Wurlitzer organ. Even if you don't dance, watching others glide across the floor while enjoying afternoon tea makes for a memorable experience. TripAdvisor gives it 4.5/5 from 2,900+ reviews. "Like stepping into another era," said one recent visitor. Open 10am-5pm daily.

Blackpool Zoo (FY3 8PP) houses over 1,500 animals across 32 acres. Their Project Elephant Base Camp provides the UK's largest elephant habitat, while Gorilla Mountain and Orangutan Outlook offer close-up views of primates. The zoo scores 4.5/5 on TripAdvisor from 5,000+ reviews. "Much better than expected with excellent enclosures," noted one visitor. Open 10am-4:45pm (winter) and 10am-5:45pm (summer).

When's the best time to visit Blackpool?

For warm weather and full attraction opening, visit June-August. For smaller crowds but still decent weather, May and September work well. The Illuminations run September-January, making autumn visits special. Winter offers the quietest time with the lowest cottage prices, though some attractions have limited hours.

Do I need a car in Blackpool?

Not necessarily. The town has excellent tram services running along the entire promenade, plus regular buses. Most attractions sit within walking distance of the seafront. However, a car helps if your cottage is outside the centre or you want to explore the Fylde coast and Lake District.

What's the best area to stay in Blackpool?

North Shore offers quieter beaches but easy tram access to attractions. South Shore puts you closer to Pleasure Beach and Sandcastle Waterpark. For complete peace, look at cottages in villages like Staining or Singleton, just a 10-minute drive from Blackpool's centre.

Are Blackpool's beaches good?

Yes! Blackpool has seven miles of sandy beaches. The main central beach between North and Central Piers gets busiest. All three main beaches (North, Central and South) have won Blue Flag awards for cleanliness in recent years.

What can I do in Blackpool when it rains?

Loads! The Tower has five indoor attractions. Madame Tussauds, SEA LIFE Centre, Sandcastle Waterpark and the Grand Theatre all offer indoor entertainment. The Winter Gardens hosts shows year-round. And of course, your cottage's hot tub works in any weather!

Is Blackpool good for kids?

Absolutely. Beyond the obvious Pleasure Beach and Tower, kids love Sandcastle Waterpark (the UK's largest indoor water park), Blackpool Zoo and the SEA LIFE Centre. The beach has donkey rides in summer and most cottages with hot tubs are family-friendly.

Helpful links:

1. Visit Blackpool Official Tourism Site
2. Blackpool Transport - Trams and Buses
3. The Blackpool Tower Official Site
4. Blackpool Pleasure Beach Tickets and Information
5. Visit Lancashire - Explore Beyond Blackpool