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The Brocket Arms Hotel

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This hotel is within walking distance of the town centre. It has 28 individual en suite bedrooms, all of which have been recently refurbished and include tea- and coffee-making facilities, a hair dryer and TV. FREE Wi-Fi is available in the bar area.
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Helen P wrote a review Yesterday
Leeds, United Kingdom22 contributions11 helpful votes
I'm conflicted. We chose this hotel because there aren't many hotel options near the centre of Wigan, and we could walk from the Brocket Arms to the town centre in 15 minutes. First, the good bits. The reception staff were great and the residential parts of the hotel were absolutely spotless. So the team running the hotel were doing their jobs well. The hotel gives you biscuits and bottles of water, which was nice. After checking in on Saturday afternoon we had a drink at the Wetherspoon pub beneath the hotel, which was big, well run and had a good choice of drinks. It seemed to be popular with local people, so that part of the business is working. Parking is free in the hotel's car park if you are staying in the hotel and log your registration number with reception. The car park was very well signposted and there were clear warnings about parking charges and fines. However. The hotel is tired and that meant that it wasn't a comfortable or relaxing place to stay. The Brocket Arms pub, and the rooms above it, were built in the early 1950s, and it shows. The walls of the room were paper thin, so we could hear everything that the people in the room next door were saying. We listened to the TV programmes they watched all night. The room was heated by a wall-mounted electric air heater: it warms the room up relatively quickly, but those heaters are really difficult to control, so the room ends up either being too hot or too cold: you wouldn't leave it running when you went out, so we returned to a cold room. The bathroom only had a rather weedy towel rail to heat it, so that room was cold too. I imagine that the opposite problem occurs in hot weather, because there doesn't appear to be air con and the windows don't open very far. The shower, which was over the bath with a shower curtain, looked as if it dated from the early 1980s: the bath drained really slowly and the disc on the front of the (rusty) shower tap fell off. The bathroom looked tired but the housekeeping staff had done their best with it. We only paid £89 for a double room, but we wouldn't go back. The prices are comparable with the Holiday Inn Express or the Premier Inn but the experience just doesn't compare.
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Date of stay: March 2024
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Tracy B wrote a review Jan 2024
Wigan, United Kingdom19 contributions18 helpful votes
I'm from Wigan and needed a cheap overnight stay near my parents for Dad's birthday and TBH, we weren't expecting much from the Brocket but it was the cheapest and nearest. How wrong we were!! I've not been out in Wigan since 2017 because of my health and it was a real eye-opener! Massive thanks to all the amazing staff is the first important thing to say. I love watching Four in a Bed and we always play along when we stay away, so we went on holiday to Wigan with open and objective minds, based on the value for money. We're not as bad as to actually record the experience but this stay was so unexpectedly fantastic that I'm doing it like the 4 in a Bed form :-) 1. How were your Hosts at the Brocket Arms? Absolutely fantastic, 10/10 A++++ from start to finish. The staff when we arrived were friendly, efficient, professional, helpful with very speedy service. I'm disabled and knew there wasn't a lift, so was a bit worried about accessibility (but hubby can always piggy-back me if necessary). Karen on reception went above and beyond by changing our room so it was easier for me to get to and she made sure we had a disabled parking space close to the entrance (free of charge!). 2. How clean was it? Spotless were it mattered i.e. bathroom, bed etc. The only dust was on the window frames that are original to the old building, so obviously expected. The housekeepers obviously take pride in their work and pay a lot of attention to detail. The lady we met on the way out was lovely. 3. How were the facilities? We didn't expect much and just wanted to eat after work and travel. Previous experience with Wetherspoons food (years ago) didn't give much hope but there is a massive choice, especially when you don't eat meat. I loved that adults can get small portions; I can't eat a lot a time and it's embarrassing ordering kids meals for myself. The food was delicious, plentiful, tasty. Service was great, excellent timings and great staff. Very, very reasonable prices and good offers that I actually fancied. Wish we could have had breakfast too but I'm not hungry in the mornings. I was particularly impressed with the huge bath, loads of hot water, and just enough products to meet needs in a sustainable, environmentally friendly way. I hate all the little plastic products in most places and the refillable things that haven't been filled are almost even worse. This was a refreshing change that should be standard everywhere. Good tea tray, plenty options, nice biscuits - I appreciate having bottled water but maybe this could be provided in refillable/reusable bottles instead of plastic. The glasses are lovely, much better than little plastic rubbish. Really nice touches all over, especially the art work commissioned by Wetherspoons from local school children featuring local points of interest - I was fascinated and would love a big version for over my fireplace in Liverpool to remind me of home. 4. How did you sleep? The bed was massive, very comfy and clean. Lovely pillows, slept like a baby (very unusual for me). It was really warm and cosy, the black-out blinds work perfectly and it was really peaceful. The only downside was the school-run traffic woke me up and went on for about half an hour but it was so nice, I managed another snooze afterwards. We'd definitely stay again but would ask for a room at the back, otherwise PERFECT! 5. How was breakfast? We didn't have breakfast but the menu was really varied with lots of things I'd like to have tried, all at very good prices. I just don't eat in the morning much but I liked having the option if I wanted to without feeling pressured because it was automatically included. 6. Would you stay here again? A big YES!! We had a great time on our mini-holiday to Wigan because of the Brocket and the team there. Most of our relatives are local and for any future family gatherings, we'll be staying at the Brocket! Thank you again, Karen and everyone at The Brocket!
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Date of stay: January 2024
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Room Tip: The age of the building means there's no lift. Excellent value for money all round and great...
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Terry H wrote a review Jan 2024
Worcester, United Kingdom595 contributions125 helpful votes
Pleasant, clean hotel in Wigan. Nice to have an electric wall heater as it was chilly January when I stayed. Everything was good. Value for money breakfast as always with a Wetherspoons. Room had everything needed and more. Not close to stations but taxi fare was reasonable.
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Date of stay: January 2024Trip type: Traveled solo
Room Tip: Be aware the hotel is a good walk from the town centre.
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Sarah wrote a review Dec 2023
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Lovely clean hotel only 5 minute drive from Wigan town centre. Free parking if you are a resident in the the hotel. Easy to order food and breakfast as its a wetherspoons hotel... Food is quick and plentiful. Checkout is 11am so not too early after a late night out! The only criticism we have (as this is our 2nd time staying and it happened both times) we had to wait to checkin a while as the reception staff work on the bar so you have to go to the bar in a different room to let the barstaff know that you are waiting to checkin. Then wait for them to come free and compleat checkin with you. This wouldn't be a huge problem but when running late it's a bit annoying.
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Date of stay: December 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Lee P wrote a review Dec 2023
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The room itself is lovely, warm, comes with a bath, plenty of brewing up stuff and complimentary bottled water, the only criticism would be the pillows - you only get 1 each. The pub itself though - the food isn’t great by Wetherspoons standards and isn’t as good as the Moon Under Water in town, which always does a bang tidy meal
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Date of stay: December 2023
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ShirlB wrote a review Nov 2023
Barrow-in-Furness, United Kingdom31 contributions19 helpful votes
Lovely 2 nights stay at this hotel. Parking was ok, but this could be due to the fact we arrived early as we noticed the bar became very busy later on. Our room was small but adequate. The hospitality tray was well stocked. I found the bed a little hard, but that's obviously a personal choice, and I slept well. The bathroom was very small. I think a shower cubicle would be better rather than shower over bath. The shower itself was so powerful and was great. Unfortunately the curtain didn't surround the bath therefore the floor ended up wet. Breakfast in the bar is choose from the menu and pay for what you choose. Very enjoyable. Situated close to a lovely park and walk into the town centre. Staff, friendly. Overall a very lovely stay. Would definitely book again
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
Room Tip: I think the car park could get busy. Registration must be entered at reception.
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HomerLondon wrote a review Sep 2023
London107 contributions29 helpful votes
Lovely hotel, good value hotel. Nice room, very clean, comfortable bed, tea, coffee, hot chocolate, biscuits and water are a nice touch in the room. Great value cooked breakfast for £4.99. Friendly staff in hotel and restaurant. Will definitely staff here again.
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Date of stay: August 2023
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hotel reviewer 2023 wrote a review Jun 2023
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Brilliant nights stay, very clean and staff were very friendly and helpful nothing was too much for them. Food down in the pub was served fast and tasted great. Nice touches from the welcome note on the desk to the water and biscuits in the rooms. And I didn't have to pay for parking either... Bonus.
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Date of stay: June 2023
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Eunice38 wrote a review Apr 2023
Leeds, United Kingdom714 contributions238 helpful votes
First time staying in this hotel and we weren't disappointed although the room was quite small but had everything we needed. One down side was the toilet paper was so thin you could see through it, not good at all. everything else was good and food was really good, we love Wetherspoons food. Our neighbour next door was on the phone the whole of one night and we asked reception if he was staying again, we stayed 3 night and would have gone home if he was there, but no he wasn't so we stayed again. She was sorry and said if we had phoned they would have come to him, our fault. Staff friendly and would stay again.
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Date of stay: April 2023
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Jonathan wrote a review Mar 2023
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Made a last minute booking here. A warm welcome and friendly staff throughout my stay. Some rooms are rather small, but was moved on the second night of my stay to a spacious and comfortable room. Excellent value for money . Food and beverage to normal Wetherspoon standards and usual good value.
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Date of stay: March 2023
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Which popular attractions are close to The Brocket Arms Hotel?
Nearby attractions include Adrenaline Escape (1.1 km), Wigan Little Theatre (1.1 km), and Mesnes Park (0.5 km).
What are some of the property amenities at The Brocket Arms Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
What food & drink options are available at The Brocket Arms Hotel?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at The Brocket Arms Hotel?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to The Brocket Arms Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include La Sentidos Loca, The Raj, and Caffe Rosso.
Does The Brocket Arms Hotel offer any business services?
Yes, guests have access to meeting rooms and conference facilities during their stay.
Are there any historical sites close to The Brocket Arms Hotel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Trencherfield Mill (1.8 km).