Wigan

Travel Guide
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Wigan is a popular place for visitors to Manchester. It is part of bustling metropolis that is home to over 318,00 inhabitants. Wigan lies 17 miles (27 kilometers) from Manchester’s city centre. If you are flying in, Wigan is 17 miles (27 kilometers) from John Lennon Airport.

Many of Manchester’s key attractions are located near to Wigan, so it is a popular place to stay or visit on a day trip. Two of the most interesting places to explore are the marvelous Wigan Pier and the remarkable St. Helens' World of Glass. Also worth checking out are Sherdley Park and the Astley Green Colliery Museum.

Come see local sporting heroes, the Wigan Warriors, do battle in the nearby DW Stadium. On game days follow the river of red and white, to the stadium, then after the final siren sounds, join fellow sports lovers in the nearby pubs and relive the action over a friendly drink or two.

Finding somewhere suitable to stay close to Wigan couldn’t be easier. For a good night’s sleep check out the Holiday Inn Bolton Centre, the Chalon Court Hotel, St Helens, and the popular Park Inn by Radisson Leigh.

Where to stay in Wigan

Ashton in Makerfield

Visitors to Ashton in Makerfield enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Three Sisters Racing Circuit is worth a stop.

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Billinge

Though Billinge may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Haydock Racecourse and Haydock Park Racecourse.

Billinge
Britannia Hotel Manchester
Britannia Hotel Manchester
3 out of 5
35 Portland Street, Manchester, England
The price is RM189 per night from 6 May to 7 May
RM189
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this hotel in Manchester. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
5.8/10 (2,032 reviews)
"Can You please provide me the number of the owner of this hotel? I am pleased with the services and would like to share my feedback with him."

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2024

Britannia Hotel Manchester
Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
4 out of 5
Outwood Lane, Manchester Airport, Manchester, England
The price is RM549 per night from 5 May to 6 May
RM549
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,225 reviews)
"Proximity to the airport great, staff super friendly, cleanliness excellent. Shame they charge 30 pounds for overnight parking and menu is extremely limited if you have a gluten/wheat alergy."

Reviewed on 29 Apr 2024

Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
Leonardo Hotel Manchester Piccadilly
Leonardo Hotel Manchester Piccadilly
4 out of 5
260 Great Ancoats Street, Manchester, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM379 per night from 27 May to 28 May
RM379
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Manchester. Enjoy breakfast, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (904 reviews)
City Centre Stay
"A really nice hotel, staff were helpful and friendly, The room was pleasant, clean and comfortable. We will stay again."

Reviewed on 29 Apr 2024

Leonardo Hotel Manchester Piccadilly
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Whitworth Locke
Whitworth Locke
4 out of 5
74 Princess St., Manchester, England
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Manchester. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (830 reviews)
"It was clean, friendly staff and a great place to stay."

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2024

Whitworth Locke
Staycity Aparthotels, Liverpool, Waterfront
Staycity Aparthotels, Liverpool, Waterfront
3.5 out of 5
25 Drury Lane, Corn Exchange, Liverpool, England
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Liverpool. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,186 reviews)
Brilliant staff
"Lovely place. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Only downside was the parking wasn't very clear so we got caught out by the carpark down the road! Would be helpful if there was a sign on the corner of the street."

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2024

Staycity Aparthotels, Liverpool, Waterfront
Quest Liverpool City Centre
Quest Liverpool City Centre
4 out of 5
72 Church St., Liverpool, England
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Liverpool. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (654 reviews)
Great apartment and location
"Easy check-in. We arrived an hour early as I thought check-in was 2pm not 3pm but our room wasn’t ready but we were able to store our luggage with reception whilst we went to eat lunch. I thought we would have a two bedroom apartment but it was actually two one-bedroom apartments with the adjoining ..."

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2024

Quest Liverpool City Centre
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Wigan

3.7
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
12
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4 - Good
41
" "4 - Good 48.80952380952381%
3 - Okay
25
" "3 - Okay 29.761904761904763%
2 - Disappointing
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" "2 - Disappointing 2.380952380952381%
1 - Terrible
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" "1 - Terrible 4.761904761904762%

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller
15 Mar 2020

Sorry didn't see Wigan, I was there for hospital visits

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller
10 Mar 2020

We were visiting for a family funeral did not have time to explore the area

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller
18 Oct 2019

There’s a great pub over the road from the hotel where the staff seem to have had a touch of training and customer service unlike the staff at Britannia hotel Wigan

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller
15 Sep 2019

Wigan looked a reasonable town the part I saw and woukd come back to visit it more but definitely not the hotel.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
12 Sep 2019

Went to Haydock Park race meeting.Brilliant. Food and service excellent and staff extremely friendly and helpful.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
7 Sep 2019

We were visiting relative in hospital.