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Who is Trades Hotel best for?
One of the few surviving cheap-and-cheerful men-only seaside hotels. Guests join as members while they stay.
It suits groups of friends and solo men who want somewhere to meet people. The residents' bar pours from 11am to 3am daily, so it is as much a social space as a place to sleep.
Rooms and facilities
What is listed:
- Around 60 rooms over several linked townhouses
- Free breakfast, according to a directory listing
- A residents' bar open 11am to 3am
- A 2026 refurbishment
Is Trades men-only?
Yes. Trades is men only and 18+, with temporary membership for the duration of a stay.
How far is Trades Hotel from the station, Prom and bars?
Trades Hotel and Bar is at 51-55 Lord Street, FY1 2BJ. 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 | 9 mins |
| Blackpool Tower | 13 mins |
| Antinous Lounge & Bistro | 1 min |
| Evanescent Bar and Rooms | 1 min |
| Mardi Gras | 1 min |
| The Blackpool North | 1 min |
What's on the doorstep tonight?
Your nearest options from Trades Hotel and Bar:
- Antinous Lounge & Bistro, 1 min away: a relaxed lounge and bistro with food.
- Evanescent Bar and Rooms, 1 min away: a laid-back little bar, popular as a pre-party stop.
- Mardi Gras, 1 min away: a three-area LGBTQ+ bar with cabaret, food and a quiet lounge.
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 9 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?
Men-only stays set their own tone, so read the house rules before you book and make sure the atmosphere is what you want. If Trades Hotel and Bar is full or not quite right, the nearest alternatives by walking time are Mardi Gras, The B&B Blackpool, Welhorny's; the stays directory compares them all.
Booking tips
Management may have changed recently, so check directly on the hotel site before booking and confirm what is included.
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: https://www.tradeshotelblackpool.co.uk/.
Good to know
- Men only and 18+
- Bar open 11am to 3am daily
- Reviews are mixed, so read recent ones
- Check current management and policy before travelling
Walking times from Trades Hotel and Bar
| Place | On foot |
|---|---|
| Blackpool North station | 3 min |
| North Pier and the Prom | 9 min |
| Blackpool Tower | 13 min |
| Mardi Gras | 1 min |
| Evanescent Bar and Rooms | 1 min |
| The Blackpool North | 1 min |
| Antinous Lounge & Bistro | 1 min |
| Peek-a-Booze | 2 min |
| Gin & Bear It | 2 min |
Walking times are estimates from map positions.
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