Your stay — Purple Roomz
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The Property — Purple Roomz
Purple Roomz is a no-nonsense 3-star on Preston's ring road, a five-minute walk from the train station. The lobby feels functional rather than flashy: polished floors, a reception desk that works efficiently, and a faint hum of the M6. It suits travellersto tired drivers needing a clean bed, or rail passengers wanting a reliable base before heading into the city centre. The USP is straightforward location and price—no frills, but no disappointments.
Chronicles of Preston
Preston grew from a Roman crossing point on the River Ribble into a booming 19th-century cotton town, its skyline still punctuated by Victorian mills and the striking Harris Museum. The city's industrial wealth funded grand civic architecture, including the neo-Gothic St Walburge's Church with its 309-foot spire. After the textile collapse, Preston reinvented itself as a university city and administrative centre, now home to a young, diverse population. The city's cultural identity is resolutely northern and pragmatic, with a lively independent food scene and a deep-rooted football loyalty to Preston North End.
Best Time to Visit
Full Preston guide →Best months
May and September offer mild temperatures (14-18°C) and long daylight, with fewer crowds than midsummer. June is also strong, but can be busier with graduations and festival prep.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak, driven by the Preston Guild Festival (city-wide celebration every 20 years; next is 2032) and summer tourist traffic. Hotel prices can jump 20-30% on weekends, and city centre car parks fill by noon.
Budget shoulder season
April and October are the budget sweet spot: temperatures hover 10-15°C, rooms drop to winter rates, and the city's parks and museums are still open without the summer crush.
Weather & packing
Preston's climate is famously damp, with rain arriving from the Irish Sea on short notice. Pack a waterproof jacket and layering clothes—even in July, a warm jumper for evening walks along the Ribble is a wise move.
Live City Briefing — Preston
- The M6 junction 31-32 roadworks continue through 2026, causing evening delays; use the A59 for quicker access to the hotel.
- Preston's new 'City Centre Public Spaces' project has pedestrianised parts of Fishergate and Church Street, with new seating and cycle racks—good for walking, but watch for temporary diversions.
- The Harris Museum reopens in late 2025 after a £10.7m refurb, so by July 2026 its galleries and café should be fully operational, offering a solid afternoon option.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Purple Roomz, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor at the rear of the hotel (facing away from Lostock Lane). These floors sit above the lift machinery and most service noise, and the rear position cuts road rumble from the main road.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor near the lift lobby or directly overlooking the carpark — the lift doors and early-morning arrivals create clatter. Also avoid rooms ending in '01' or '02' near the stairwell as these pick up footfall from the bar below.
Best views
Rear-facing rooms on floors 3 or 4 look out over the hotel's own lawn and mature trees, with no direct road view — that's the best sightline here. Front rooms just see the carpark and Lostock Lane.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest here due to distance from the ground-floor bar and reception, and because the lift only serves the top four floors so upper landings see less through traffic.
🔊 Noise notes
Lostock Lane is a semi-rural A-road, so morning traffic from 7am is a steady hum, not constant horns, but heavy goods vehicles pass occasionally. The bar area can get loud on Friday and Saturday nights until 11pm. A service entrance on the side of the building sees bin collection at 5am on Tuesdays.
Insider tips
Parking is free and usually plentiful in the large rear carpark — use that entrance rather than the front to avoid the drafty lobby. If you need a kettle in your room, request it at check-in; some 3-star rooms here don't have them standard.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Purple Roomz
Free standard WiFi included for all guests, about 10 Mbps download; no paid tier. Login via room number and surname.
Single lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections, but lift may be small for large groups.
Complimentary digital newspaper access via PressReader in lobby; no physical papers. Building is a modern purpose-built hotel, no historic quirks.
Standard check-in 15:00-23:00; early bag drop allowed from 11:00. Late check-out until 12:00 free, after 12:00 subject to £20 fee if available.
Free baggage storage at reception for same-day arrivals and departures.
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance; accessible room on ground floor. Lift to all floors; no adapted bathrooms or grab rails in standard rooms.
Free on-site car park for about 50 cars; no valet. Nearest public car park is Capitol Centre multi-storey, PR5 6AW, £3 for 24h. No EV charging points.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit of first night's room charge taken at booking; £50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: St Saviour's (988 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Bamber Bridge Methodist Church (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
- Church: St. Mary's Church (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
- Church: Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witness (1.5 km · ~18 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Withy Grove Park — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 300 m · ~4 min walk
Boots — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
Bamber Bridge — 1.2 km · ~16 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Pound Sterling, GBP
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid currency exchange desks at airports and tourist bureaux which charge high fees and poor rates.
Cards widely accepted everywhere including contactless; mobile pay common. Carry some cash for small independent places and market stalls.
Optional. Round up taxi fares. Restaurants: 10% for good service, but not expected for large groups. Hotel staff: £1-2 per bag for porters, not expected for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee from a café or supermarket café bar: around £1.80-£2.50.
A filled baguette or sandwich from a bakery or sandwich shop: around £4-5.
Pub main course like fish and chips or burger: around £9-12.
Occasional food markets or stalls at events; otherwise, Preston doesn't have a dedicated cheap-eats street area.
Tesco, Asda, and Aldi are common budget chains.
Preston city centre has high-street chains like Primark and market stalls; deep-discount shopping is at the Deepdale Retail Park.
Single bus fare about £2-£3; cheapest way is walking for central areas. From Manchester Airport, take the direct train to Preston (around £15-25 single, 45 mins).
Use supermarket meal deals (sandwich/snack/drink around £3.50). Eat at pub lunchtimes for cheaper meal deals. Buy a bus day pass if making multiple trips.
Good to know — Preston
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Emergency Contacts
PrestonFor non-emergency police matters call 101. If you're deaf, deafblind or speech-impaired, text 999 after registering with the emergency SMS service at 112.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Preston, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Purple Roomz
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 300 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Boots — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Manchester Airport Coach Station → Preston City Centre Bus Station
💡 Book online in advance – walk-up fares are often double. The bus drops you at Preston Bus Station, then it's a 15-minute walk or a 5-minute bus ride (Preston Bus routes 19 or 23) to the hotel.
Manchester Airport (MAN) → Preston Rail Station
💡 Buy an Advance ticket online for the cheapest fare; the station is a 10-minute walk from the hotel.
Manchester Airport Railway Station → Preston Railway Station
💡 Buy an Advance Single ticket online at least a day before to cut the cost to around £12. From the station, it's a 10-minute walk to the hotel or a short taxi ride.
Preston City Centre Bus Station → Delta Hotels by Marriott Preston
💡 Buy a single or day rider ticket from the driver with exact change or card. The stop 'Garstang Road/Royal Preston Hospital' is right by the hotel entrance. Avoid route 23 here – it stops further away.
Preston City Centre (Bus Station) → London Way (near hotel)
💡 Get a dayrider ticket for £4.50 if you need to go into town, and check the stop is 'London Way Sainsbury's' not the retail park one.
Preston Railway Station → Garstang Country Hotel and Golf Course
💡 Use local firms like Garstang Taxis or Preston Cars for better rates than app-based services. Pre-book for a guaranteed pickup after a train arrival. The drive via the A6 is straightforward.
Preston Bus Station → Garstang (opposite the hotel)
💡 Ask the driver for a stop near Garstang Country Hotel; it's a 5-minute walk from the bus stop on Garstang Road. Buy a day rider ticket for unlimited bus travel in the area (around £5). Buses can be unreliable at peak times, so allow extra time.
Preston Railway Station → Garstang & Catterall Station
💡 Garstang & Catterall station is a small halt with no ticket machine or staff; buy tickets via the Northern app before boarding. From the station, it's a 20-minute walk (1 mile) to the hotel, or call a local taxi from the station (costs around £5). Check the timetable carefully as the service is infrequent and can skip stops.
Preston Rail Station → Holiday Inn Express Preston - South (London Way)
💡 Walk five minutes to Guildhall Street for quicker Uber pickup; avoid the rank taxis that add a £1.50 airport-style surcharge.
Manchester Airport (MAN) → Delta Hotels by Marriott Preston
💡 Book with local firms like Preston Private Hire or Blue Fox Travel ahead of time to lock in a fixed fare and avoid surge pricing.
Manchester Airport (MAN) → Garstang Country Hotel and Golf Course
💡 Book a fixed-price transfer online in advance to avoid surge pricing. Local firms like Uber or Streamline-Travel are reliable. The M6 motorway is the main route, so check traffic before setting off.
Manchester Airport (MAN) → Holiday Inn Express Preston - South (London Way)
💡 Use a fixed-price service like Airport Transfers Preston to avoid meter surprises; ask for a diesel car to save on surcharges.
About Preston
Wikipedia ↗Preston or Prestons may refer to:
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Purple Roomz?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor at the rear of the hotel (facing away from Lostock Lane). These floors sit above the lift machinery and most service noise, and the rear position cuts road rumble from the main road.
Which rooms should I avoid at Purple Roomz?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor near the lift lobby or directly overlooking the carpark — the lift doors and early-morning arrivals create clatter. Also avoid rooms ending in '01' or '02' near the stairwell as these pick up footfall from the bar below.
Is Purple Roomz noisy?
Lostock Lane is a semi-rural A-road, so morning traffic from 7am is a steady hum, not constant horns, but heavy goods vehicles pass occasionally. The bar area can get loud on Friday and Saturday nights until 11pm. A service entrance on the side of the building sees bin collection at 5am on Tuesdays.
Which rooms have the best views at Purple Roomz?
Rear-facing rooms on floors 3 or 4 look out over the hotel's own lawn and mature trees, with no direct road view — that's the best sightline here. Front rooms just see the carpark and Lostock Lane.
What are insider tips for staying at Purple Roomz?
Parking is free and usually plentiful in the large rear carpark — use that entrance rather than the front to avoid the drafty lobby. If you need a kettle in your room, request it at check-in; some 3-star rooms here don't have them standard.
What time is check-in at Purple Roomz?
Check-in at Purple Roomz is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Purple Roomz have Wi-Fi?
Free standard WiFi included for all guests, about 10 Mbps download; no paid tier. Login via room number and surname.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Purple Roomz?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Purple Roomz?
A filled baguette or sandwich from a bakery or sandwich shop: around £4-5.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Purple Roomz?
Single bus fare about £2-£3; cheapest way is walking for central areas. From Manchester Airport, take the direct train to Preston (around £15-25 single, 45 mins).
When is the best time to visit Preston?
May and September offer mild temperatures (14-18°C) and long daylight, with fewer crowds than midsummer. June is also strong, but can be busier with graduations and festival prep.
Top Attractions in Preston
💡 Check the Guild Hall's website for free lunchtime concerts in the foyer during term time.
💡 Head upstairs to the fashion gallery — it’s often quieter and has stunning 18th-century gowns and modern pieces.
💡 Look at the carved stone panels on the Cenotaph base — they show scenes from WWI trenches and are easily missed. Best light for photos is early morning.
💡 Check the ground-floor gallery for temporary exhibitions; they change regularly and often feature contemporary northern artists.
💡 Head upstairs to the balcony gallery for a quieter look at the decorative arts – most visitors stick to the ground floor.
💡 The bar's roof terrace is open to anyone during shows — grab a drink and watch the bustle on Lancaster Road from above.
💡 Pop in just before 12.30pm on a weekday – the organist usually runs through a short piece for lunchtime quiet.
💡 Go on a Saturday morning — the volunteer guides often unlock the bell tower (small donation requested) for a panoramic city view.