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The Mercury

540 Manchester Road, Westhoughton, Bolton, BL5 3JP, United Kingdom – Show location – show map
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The Mercury
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Free parking Private bathroom Free WiFi Shower Flat-screen TV Family rooms Non-smoking rooms Facilities for disabled guests Meeting/banquet facilities Daily housekeeping

About this property

Situated just off the M61 motorway, with views over Winter Hill and the West Pennine Moors on the outskirts of Bolton, The Mercury has a lively bar and nightly entertainment. Manchester city centre is a 20-minute drive away.

The bright and airy bedrooms each have a private bathroom with a hairdryer. All rooms feature free Wi-Fi access, tea/coffee facilities and a TV. Ironing facilities are also available.

Cooked breakfasts are offered on Saturdays and Sundays, and the bar hosts live music, quizzes and karaoke nights.

Just a 10-minute drive from Bolton centre, The Mercury Hotel is 6 miles from Wigan. Free on-site parking is available, and The Trafford Shopping Centre is within a 15-minute drive.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

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Languages spoken

English

Availability

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Couples particularly like this property — they rated it 4.2 for a two-person trip.

House rules

Please note that this hotel does not accept American Express.

Keys must be returned to reception at check-out. Lost keys/failure to return the keys will result in a £20 fee.

Smoking

Not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed

Children

Children of all ages are welcome.

Groups

When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Accepted payment methods

Credit card CVC required

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

• In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

• In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

• In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

• Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

• Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

• Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

• Please inform The Mercury in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

• Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

• Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

• A damage deposit of £100 is required on arrival. That's about $134. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Legal information

This property is managed by The Mercury.

Located in Bolton, United Kingdom.

FAQs about The Mercury

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed at this property.
The Mercury is 5.7 km from the center of Bolton.
Room options at The Mercury include:
  • Triple Room
  • Twin Room
  • Double Room
Yes, couples have rated this property 4.2 for a two-person trip.

Guest reviews

4.7

Review score

52 reviews

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Arthur

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Apr 27, 2025
5.0
+ The Mercury is basic and since it has been around for ages, a little tired. Tea facilities in room good, tv worked fine. No soap/shampoo but being used to other hotels, I wasn’t expecting that but since there is a Spar next door it was easy enough to get some. The staff were very friendly and helpful and a request for early arrival was acknowledged promptly. Perfectly acceptable for what we needed but don’t expect a Premier Inn type experience. The Mercury is basic and since it has been around for ages, a little tired. Tea facilities in room good, tv worked fi...
- Really does need work to bring it up to a higher level but I doubt that it would be first on their list of priorities. Really does need work to bring it up to a higher level but I doubt that it would be first on their list of priorities.

young couple · Double Room

N

Nicola

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Sep 9, 2024
3.0
+ Free parking free WiFi and tea / coffee facilities in room. Only stayed here as was attending a family party at that venue and was convenient. We did have hot water. Free parking free WiFi and tea / coffee facilities in room. Only stayed here as was attending a family party at that ...
- Mould on bathroom ceiling and along skirting boards, cracks in walls behind bed. Smelt of damp and room 14 smelt of stale Chinese food despite an air freshener plugged in. We had 3 rooms and room 6 was the best of a very bad bunch. TV remotes didn’t work in any of the 3 rooms. Nowhere to hang or put clothes as no wardrobe or bedside tables in room 6 or 14. Room 8 did have a single wardrobe. No hand wash or soap in the rooms also. Mould on bathroom ceiling and along skirting boards, cracks in walls behind bed. Smelt of damp and room 14 smelt of s...

family with young children · Twin Room

Facilities of The Mercury

Non-smoking rooms Facilities for disabled guests Internet services Parking Family rooms Tea/Coffee maker Bar

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
  • Bar

Internet

  • Internet services

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided

Safety & Security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access

General

  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Activities

  • Bingo
  • Live music/performance
  • Evening entertainment
  • Nightclub/DJ
  • Darts
  • Karaoke
  • Billiards
  • Games room

Media & Technology

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Meeting/banquet facilities

Living Area

  • Parking

Guest reviews for The Mercury

4.7

Review score

52 reviews

All reviews verified

Categories

Staff 4.5
Facilities 4.6
Cleanliness 4.7
Comfort 4.7
Value for money 4.8
Location 5.8
Free Wifi 5.0

Scores by traveler type

Business travelers 3.7
Solo travelers 5.7
Families 4.9
With friends 4.5
Couples 4.2

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Guest reviews

A

Arthur

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

5.0
Double Room Double Room Apr 27, 2025 young couple
+ The Mercury is basic and since it has been around for ages, a little tired. Tea facilities in room good, tv worked fine. No soap/shampoo but being used to other hotels, I wasn’t expecting that but since there is a Spar next door it was easy enough to get some. The staff were very friendly and helpful and a request for early arrival was acknowledged promptly. Perfectly acceptable for what we needed but don’t expect a Premier Inn type experience.
− Really does need work to bring it up to a higher level but I doubt that it would be first on their list of priorities.
N

Nicola

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

3.0
Twin Room Twin Room Sep 9, 2024 family with young children
+ Free parking free WiFi and tea / coffee facilities in room. Only stayed here as was attending a family party at that venue and was convenient. We did have hot water.
− Mould on bathroom ceiling and along skirting boards, cracks in walls behind bed. Smelt of damp and room 14 smelt of stale Chinese food despite an air freshener plugged in. We had 3 rooms and room 6 was the best of a very bad bunch. TV remotes didn’t work in any of the 3 rooms. Nowhere to hang or put clothes as no wardrobe or bedside tables in room 6 or 14. Room 8 did have a single wardrobe. No hand wash or soap in the rooms also.
3 found this helpful
A

Adam

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

5.0
Double Room Double Room Jul 13, 2024 solo traveller
+ Run down
− Times for hot water
J

Jade

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

4.0
Twin Room Twin Room Apr 6, 2024 solo traveller
− The fact that you only get hot water during certain times and no staff were available. Not really a hotel- more for asylum/social security
2 found this helpful
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Steve

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

3.0
Single Room Single Room 1 month ago solo traveller
+ Meh.
− Ed, room, bathroom, building, price.