Holiday Inn Bolton Centre

A Bolton hotel with free WiFi and parking, plus picturesque event spaces in an ancient converted church

In the centre of Bolton, and about half an hour from Manchester, Holiday Inn® Bolton Centre hotel sits near the intersection of the A673 and St. Peter's Way, about 15 minutes' drive from the M61. Guests are close to the peaceful green of Leverhulme Park and Moses Gate Country Park. You can leave your car in the free car park and catch a train from Bolton station, a mile away.

Guests looking to host functions are in for a treat, since one of the event spaces, holding up to 300 people, is a converted church complete with cloisters, arches and chandeliers – it's a popular wedding choice. Or you can use the modern conference centre, with eight rooms perfect for meetings or presentations. Bolton Town Hall is 10 minutes' walk away.

Macron Stadium, home to Bolton Wanderers Football Club, is 15 minutes from the hotel by car. You can take a tour of the stadium and see where the players get ready, plus the dugout and media room.

The hotel has free WiFi throughout, and you can work out at the fitness centre. Hardies Restaurant, located on the ground floor, dishes out hearty meals all day, including a buffet breakfast. Have a nightcap at the stylish lounge bar. Kids stay and eat free.