
Mercure St Helens
Saint Helens, GB
1.2 km (0.75 mi) from original
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Saint Helens, GB
1.2 km (0.75 mi) from original
Rooms
8.0Mixed: beds described as very comfy and some rooms praised, but several comments note rooms are tired/dated; one severe cleanliness/safety incident also impacts perception of room quality.
Location
9.5Consistently positive: many guests called the location 'perfect' or 'good for our needs' and frequently cited convenience for events and local needs.
Service
9.2Mixed but often positive: multiple guests praised friendly, professional and helpful staff (quick room remediation, breakfast staff singled out by name), though there are repeated complaints about rude/abrupt receptionists and poor handling of late-night noise. Overall responsiveness in key situations justifies a strong score despite isolated front-desk issues.
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Saint Helens, GB
1.2 km (0.75 mi) from original
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The Eccleston Hotel; BW Signature Collection
8.6/10Mercure St Helens
8.2/10The Eccleston Hotel; BW Signature Collection
8.3Rooms were described as spacious and comfortable, although some cleanliness issues were noted.
Mercure St Helens
8.0Mixed: beds described as very comfy and some rooms praised, but several comments note rooms are tired/dated; one severe cleanliness/safety incident also impacts perception of room quality.
The Eccleston Hotel; BW Signature Collection
7.9Several reviews indicated that the rooms had cleanliness issues and were not properly maintained.
Mercure St Helens
6.5Mixed reports: several guests described rooms, bathrooms, pool and jacuzzi as clean, but there are serious negative reports (one report of a filthy suite and an exposed light fixture causing electrocution risk) that pull this rating down.
The Eccleston Hotel; BW Signature Collection
8.9Guests noted the convenient location and accessibility, contributing to a positive experience.
Mercure St Helens
9.5Consistently positive: many guests called the location 'perfect' or 'good for our needs' and frequently cited convenience for events and local needs.
The Eccleston Hotel; BW Signature Collection
9.3Reviewers praised the staff for being helpful and attentive, particularly during difficult times.
Mercure St Helens
9.2Mixed but often positive: multiple guests praised friendly, professional and helpful staff (quick room remediation, breakfast staff singled out by name), though there are repeated complaints about rude/abrupt receptionists and poor handling of late-night noise. Overall responsiveness in key situations justifies a strong score despite isolated front-desk issues.
The Eccleston Hotel; BW Signature Collection
—Mercure St Helens
—The Eccleston Hotel; BW Signature Collection
8.4Food was generally well-received, with some exceptions noted for certain breakfasts.
Mercure St Helens
7.3Mixed breakfast experiences: some found breakfast ok and praised breakfast staff, while others reported buffet format caused accessibility and value issues (mobility difficulties, inability to get hot drinks and hot food simultaneously).
The Eccleston Hotel; BW Signature Collection
8.8The hotel offers a variety of amenities, including a nice restaurant and bar.
Mercure St Helens
7.8Mixed amenities: pool and jacuzzi noted as clean but busy; spa and bar areas received complaints; overall facilities are present but experiences vary.
The Eccleston Hotel; BW Signature Collection
8.3Overall value was positively reviewed, though some guests felt things could be improved.
Mercure St Helens
8.5Generally positive: multiple guests explicitly stated good/excellent value and that the hotel met their needs, though some service/amenity issues temper this slightly.
The Eccleston Hotel; BW Signature Collection
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