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Who is Mardi Gras best for?
Mardi Gras suits people who want the bar scene on their doorstep. It keeps going until 3am at weekends, so it is a lively choice, not a quiet one.
Lighter sleepers should look at Q Accommodation, its sister house at number 27, booked through the same team.
Rooms and facilities
Rooms and facilities:
- En-suite rooms in sizes from single to premier
- Free wifi
- A sun terrace
- A bar with three areas, including a no-music chesterfield lounge
- Hot food and Sunday roasts
Is Mardi Gras a gay hotel?
Yes, the bar is LGBTQ+ and the rooms are upstairs.
How far is Mardi Gras from the station, Prom and bars?
Mardi Gras is at 41-43 Lord Street, FY1 2BD. Walking times below are in minutes and come from map coordinates, so allow extra with luggage.
| Destination | Walk |
|---|---|
| Blackpool North station | 3 mins |
| Prom and North Pier | 8 mins |
| Blackpool Tower | 13 mins |
| Antinous Lounge & Bistro | 1 min |
| The Blackpool North | 1 min |
| Trades Hotel and Bar | 1 min |
| Evanescent Bar and Rooms | 2 mins |
What's on the doorstep tonight?
Your nearest options from Mardi Gras:
- Antinous Lounge & Bistro, 1 min away: a relaxed lounge and bistro with food.
- The Blackpool North, 1 min away: a public bar and grill on Lord Street and Banks Street.
- Trades Hotel and Bar, 1 min away: a men-only members' bar open late.
Hours change, so see what is open tonight before you head out. For the full venue background, see the Rainbow Quarter directory.
Getting there and getting around
From Blackpool North it is about 3 mins on foot, so you can arrive by train and be checked in quickly. The Prom at North Pier is 8 mins away and the Tower is 13 mins, so a sea-air stroll before dinner is easy to fit in. The safety guide has sensible tips for getting home after dark.
Is it the right fit?
Staying above a bar is convenient and usually keeps costs down, but you will hear the building on busy nights, so ask for a quieter room if you want an early night. If Mardi Gras is full or not quite right, the nearest alternatives by walking time are Q Accommodation, Trades Hotel and Bar, Welhorny's; the stays directory compares them all.
Booking tips
Phone to book, and book Sunday lunch ahead on a busy weekend. Ask which rooms are quieter if you want to sleep before the late finish.
Rooms go early for Blackpool Pride and the Illuminations, so book as soon as you know your dates. Prices and availability change, so always check the venue's own site or phone before you pay (01253 283633).
Good to know
- No lift, with handrails on the stairs
- Weekend bar open late (Fri to 3am, Sat-Sun 10am to 3am)
- Ask about Q Accommodation for quieter rooms
- Check with the venue for current hours
Walking times from Mardi Gras
| Place | On foot |
|---|---|
| Blackpool North station | 3 min |
| North Pier and the Prom | 8 min |
| Blackpool Tower | 13 min |
| Trades Hotel and Bar | 1 min |
| The Blackpool North | 1 min |
| Antinous Lounge & Bistro | 1 min |
| Funny Girls | 2 min |
| Oscars | 2 min |
| The Flying Handbag | 2 min |
Walking times are estimates from map positions.
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