The Charles Dickens Hotel - Wigan

$$$$||View on mapWigan, United Kingdom14 Upper Dicconson Street Charles Dickens, Wigan, United Kingdom, WN1 2AD|
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The Charles Dickens Hotel - Wigan
14 Upper Dicconson Street Charles Dickens, Wigan, United Kingdom, WN1 2AD·View on map
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Overall Score
Very good
7.8Very good
Location6.5
Staff5.5
Who stays here
Couples43%
Groups43%
Solo14%

Overview

Overall Score
Very good
7.8Very good
Location6.5
Staff5.5
Who stays here
Couples43%
Groups43%
Solo14%

The Charles Dickens: Evening entertainment and city centre location in Wigan

Evening Entertainment

The Charles Dickens Hotel offers evening entertainment including bingo, darts, karaoke, and live music performances. Guests can also enjoy live sport events and a nightclub with DJ sets. Pub crawls and happy hour are regularly organized for guests.

Comfortable Rooms

Guest rooms at The Charles Dickens in Wigan include flat-screen TVs and electric kettles. Family rooms are available, and cots can be provided for infants. The hotel has wheelchair accessible rooms with emergency cords, lower bathroom sinks, raised toilets, and grab rails.

Prime Location

Hotel Charles Dickens is 1 km from Wigan North Western train station and 45 km from Liverpool John Lennon Airport. The hotel is situated on a quiet street within walking distance of city centre attractions and a nearby park. Public transport hubs are accessible on foot.

Guest Services

The Charles Dickens Hotel provides a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Express check-in and check-out are available, and the hotel offers free WiFi throughout. Pet bowls are provided for guests traveling with dogs, and private check-in/out is possible.

Dining and Social Areas

The on-site bar offers a selection of wine and champagne, along with a snack bar. Guests can relax in the shared lounge or TV area, or use the outdoor furniture, picnic area, and terrace. The garden provides additional outdoor space.

  • Location: 1 km from Wigan North Western train station and 45 km from Liverpool John Lennon Airport
  • Entertainment: Evening entertainment with bingo, darts, karaoke, live music, nightclub/DJ
  • Rooms: Flat-screen TVs, electric kettles, family rooms, cots for infants
  • Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible rooms with emergency cords, grab rails, raised toilets
  • Services: 24-hour front desk, free WiFi, express check-in/out, pet-friendly with pet bowls
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-22:30
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Building
Number of rooms:6
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Parking

Handicap parking

Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Picnic area/ Tables

TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Check-in/ Check-out

Express check-in/ -out

VIP check-in/ -out

Sports & Fitness

  • Darts

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables

Children

  • Cots
  • Board games
  • Game room

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Karaoke
  • Live entertainment
  • Night club
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room view

  • City view

Room features

  • Heating
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Washing machine
  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about The Charles Dickens Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 35 £
📏 Distance to centre 800 m
✈️ Distance to airport 44.6 km
🧳 Nearest airport Liverpool John Lennon, LPL

Location

14 Upper Dicconson Street Charles Dickens, Wigan, United Kingdom, WN1 2AD
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14 Upper Dicconson Street Charles Dickens, Wigan, United Kingdom, WN1 2AD
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14 Upper Dicconson Street Charles Dickens, Wigan, United Kingdom, WN1 2AD
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Reviews of The Charles Dickens Hotel

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FAQ about The Charles Dickens

Which landmarks should we visit during our stay at The Charles Dickens Hotel hotel?
You can visit Low Hall Local Nature Reserve, placed 3.8 km from The Charles Dickens Hotel hotel or Wigan Pier, which is 4.6 km away.
What is the nearest airport to the The Charles Dickens Hotel?
Liverpool John Lennon airport lies within 45 km of the The Charles Dickens Hotel and is reachable with a 40-minute drive.
Can I have lunch or dinner next to The Charles Dickens Hotel?
Best places to eat near The Charles Dickens Hotel include grill bar Royal Oak, offering dishes of British cuisine as well as café Country Larder Cafe specializing in British cuisine, the establishments are located within 5 and 5 minutes' walk respectively.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the The Charles Dickens Hotel hotel?
Guests of the The Charles Dickens Hotel hotel can check in from 16:00 to 21:00 and check out from 08:00.
How much does a room at the hotel cost?
The price for a room in the hotel starts at $48.
What are the room types offered by the hotel?
The hotel provides such room types as Triple Room, Twin Room, and Budget Room.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at The Charles Dickens Hotel hotel?
Every room at The Charles Dickens Hotel hotel includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as a safe for guests' security.
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