Name: Ramada Chorley South
Address: Motorway Services Area/Mill La J27-28 M6, Charnock Richard, England, United Kingdom, Charnock Richard, Lancashire, GB
Price range: US$43–US$104 per night
Rating: 8.4

What guests think

At Ramada Chorley South, travellers highlight its convenient M6 service-area location, generally quiet rooms, and strong value, while feedback often praises friendly staff alongside recurring concerns about added parking fees, room heat without air-conditioning, and occasional cleanliness or maintenance issues.

On-site dining and bar are handy with meal deals, though food quality and breakfast replenishment vary. Access can confuse some drivers due to northbound-only entry and barrier signage. Overall, expect a practical motorway stopover with friendly service and basic comforts.

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Facilities

On-site restaurant and bar with meal deals are convenient; several guests also note EV charging and a small gym. Parking is available but often carries a £5 fee for third-party bookings, and access/barrier signage can be confusing; no elevator mentioned.

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8

Amy

31 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Simple no fuss motel at the services but surprisingly comfortable and pleasant. Decent food and some good deals available in the restaurant, free parking and a small but usable gym. Can't go wrong for the price.

8

Wilma

1 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We found it difficult getting in to the property because of the barrier

10

Graham

3 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Inexpensive, practical, EV charging, friendly staff.

10

Heather

3 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great hotel for the money. Not easy finding the way into the car park from the services though. Road had no entry signs, but that was the way on for hotel guests.

4

Harry

15 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I had to pay £5 / day to park there. There was no forewarning of this when I originally booked. The hotel was good, and we were looked after well

10

susan

20 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I was worried about the hotel being at a service station but you wouldn't have known it was there as it was across the way The hotel has a good little gym, a restaurant with good food and good prices, the breakfast was really nice and plenty of choice A nice grass area and seating outside the back, a bar and the room was lovely and clean Very good value for money, the staff are lovely

6

Nithya

1 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

My room was quite small, and I was unexpectedly charged £5.00 for parking because I booked through Hotels.com rather than directly with the hotel. This additional charge was not clearly mentioned during the booking process, which was disappointing. Clearer communication about parking fees would greatly improve the guest experience.

8

Paul

29 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good as always however be aware that a charge for car parking is now in place if you don’t book directly through the welcome break.

10

Graham

27 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great stop off especially with an EV. Superb value for basic but clean, practical facilities with friendly staff. Always use it when travelling long journeys north or south.

8

Richard

7 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice place, confusing signage to the car park though. "No entry" except hor hotel, easily missed late at night.

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Cleanliness

Many guests found rooms clean, but recurring reports cite musty or mouldy odours and bathroom issues such as blocked drains, dirty showers and stains. Occasional housekeeping misses like dust or missing/used towels were noted.

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Tess

4 Jul 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

ok except bathroom had that stale smell

6

S

18 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This was booked as an overnight on the way home from holidays. The room was cramped, the sofa bed was not very comfy. The bathroom was dirty - pubic hairs in the shower and the shower was broken so did not stay up above head. There were 2 towels left for a family of 4 and the pillows were small and lumpy, no extra pillows left in room. Only 2 cups for making hot drinks - for a family of 4. The room was uncomfortably hot. Heating was switched off. Noisy with window open. Fan in room was even noisier.

6

Claire

25 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed as a group of 11 in 5 rooms. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly. However the room we stayed in 135 had a very strong smell of urine. I believe this was coming from the carpet. I did make the reception staff aware the following day and they said that they would report it to housekeeping, again the staff were very good. However having a child with us we had to be very careful where we walked.

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Usman

31 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was dirty smelt musty and bathroom wasn’t cleaned

6

Joshua

4 Jan 2023

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Stayed 19,360 nights

So, overall this is a completely fine hotel if you need to stay in the Chorley area. It's not spectacular and I didn't really expect it would be a 5 Star place or anything. However, the big issue was the mildew in the bathroom. It was all around the door jam and the shower area. It was so super obvious that it was impossible not to see it. I get it, England is wet and mold is a regular issue. But man... this should be handled easily. The staff were lovely though and I don't think they are intentionally mishandling the room.

8

Afzaal

17 Jun 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Rooms were not dusted properly, could find layer of dust around on table and lights. Only 2 towels were provided by the house keeping for a room having triple occupancy. But overall nothing else to note, a fairly comfortable stay. Will surely visit again.

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Usman

28 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The cleanness of the room and bathroom and duvet are just cotton sheets not the best

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Andrew

9 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

While the room looked clean, there was a smell of mould which hit us as soon as we walked in. We thought it might be just that the room hadnt been aired. We opened windows, sprayed perfume and went out for the evening. Unfortunately, the smell was still there on our return and when we woke up the next morning.

6

Vicki

27 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Overall ok. Check in pretty smooth. £5 to park the car as i had used hotels.com and not booked direct. Room okay but not as clean as could be, sofa looked worn out and walls grubby in places. Bathroom towels could do with replacing. Windows had blown so condensation between panels. Bed comfy. Did not ahve any food here due to quick stop over

6

Philip

15 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Bathroom bin not emptied and towel looked used! Staff were quick to deal with the issue and apologetic.

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Rooms

Rooms are generally comfortable and quiet for a motorway stop, though several were uncomfortably hot with limited ventilation and no AC; some are small or dated, and sofa beds can be uncomfortable. Occasional noise from slamming doors or night alarms was reported.

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S

18 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This was booked as an overnight on the way home from holidays. The room was cramped, the sofa bed was not very comfy. The bathroom was dirty - pubic hairs in the shower and the shower was broken so did not stay up above head. There were 2 towels left for a family of 4 and the pillows were small and lumpy, no extra pillows left in room. Only 2 cups for making hot drinks - for a family of 4. The room was uncomfortably hot. Heating was switched off. Noisy with window open. Fan in room was even noisier.

6

Mary

2 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The double sofa bed was uncomfortable. It dipped down at one side so didn’t sleep great. Otherwise everything else was fine. We didn’t get a breakfast so can’t comment on that.

6

Shona

9 Sept 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Hotel a little tired. Could use an upgrade. But perfect for a short stay. Room was clean but bed not that comfy. My husband slept better to bed settee. Staff were really nice & friendly.

6

Lorette

21 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Room was incredibly hot, window could not be opened beyond a few inches. no conditioning.

4

James

24 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

the hotel was easy to access, and the staff were pleasant. charged extra for our dog which was not described (£20) Our room was upstairs, but was like sleeping in a sauna, my asthma was severely affected in the heat. I had to leave the hotel and find a local supermarket to purchase a fan (there was a small one in the room)

10

Gordon

26 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Easy check in, spotless room, big electric fan to keep the room cool. I've stayed here before and would stay here again

8

Mohammed

8 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The stay was generally comfortable. No AC could be a issue if the weather is hot. Wasn't impressed with the £5 charge for customers who booked through Hotels.com /Expedia.no mention of this before arrival. No handwash in room either. Finally if on southbound carriageway no access.However staff were very friendly and helpful. Overall a great experience.

2

Kadir

24 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Too bad and heater is not working

10

Zsuzsanna

30 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is conveniently close to the motorway, still not loud. TV programs were not available because of connection problems.

8

GRAEME

22 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent staff, good price. Room far too hot (no heating on and cold outside)

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Service

Service is frequently praised as friendly and welcoming, with several staff recognised by name. However, a few stays cite rude or unhelpful interactions and booking/refund mishandling.

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Helen

7 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A lovely warm greeting from the team as we checked in. Our room had everything we needed, the beds were comfortable and the hotel was so quiet. We had the meal deal and the quality and amount for what you pay is excellent! I stayed here for a night with my daughter whilst work was being done on the house and we only live 10 mins away. If we lived further afield then Id definitely use this hotel again. For a low budget hotel, its amazing! Everyone is so friendly and polite. I cant rate it highly enough.

6

D

16 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Booked a late check out. Didn't require it in the end so (in plenty of time, before our actual check out time) asked to reverse this. Was told no, and that because I'd paid they couldn't reverse the payment. Won't be staying here again

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Steven J

20 Feb 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Not a greatest of stays . Guy on reception was rude , unhelpful and clearly not interested. Phoned down for an ironing board etc and never answered. When i came down personally he told me he'd been busy with guests. Not a sole going about as it was late . The lady on in the morning was lovely and apologised for the previous night .

2

Raja

3 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room which was already paid for and even done an online check in was simply given to someone else! Ended up with no room past midnight with family. The staff simply said sorry and couldn't evwn do a refund as they did not have a refund form !!! Such a pathetic service. Definitely would avoid .

10

Christopher

11 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I have stayed at this hotel before and that went well so I booked again. Large spacious car park, clean throughout, efficient check in and superb, happy, welcoming staff. I especially want to recognise Seonaid on reception who ran reception and bar so well, and Alix the chef on duty, who despite having very few restaurant users, still prepared the meals to a very high standard with generous portions and excellent presentation. A pleasure to interact with professional hospitality employees.

10

Lynda

22 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Another great stay at this hotel - Angela runs a tight ship and all the staff are friendly, helpful and efficient.

10

Patricia

13 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a regular stop for us en route to Scotland. Rooms are very clean and the service is exceptional- always. They do a very cheap meal deal for dinner and breakfast. Can’t really fault it.

10

Lynda

22 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent - yet again. Angela runs a tight ship the staff are efficient and super-friendly. We stay at the hotel on a regular basis.

2

sanjay

8 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Not very happy with the reception service as they messed up all my invoices and printed them wrong. Because of wrong dates for my stay and dinner bills I couldn’t claim my expense from my company and lost £27 .

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GREG

23 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Superb welcome on arrival, exactly what i needed after a 7 hour drive. Good welcomes are hard to come by these days!!

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Location

Very convenient just off the M6 and surprisingly quiet given the setting. Access can be tricky, with northbound-only entry, barriers and unclear signage causing confusion for some.

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Harry

18 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Our stay here was a good stop-over on our way to Scotland. The only thing that concerned me was the unclear instructions on how to find the place. My sat nav took me to an electric barrier which couldn’t be opened. The hotel website should make it clear that access is from M6 motorway services Northbound only

10

Heather

3 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great hotel for the money. Not easy finding the way into the car park from the services though. Road had no entry signs, but that was the way on for hotel guests.

8

Nicola

25 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Ideal location adjacent to M6. Basic room but clean enough and good value for money. Breakfast was an additional extra but was good

8

Brian

19 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely grassy and wooded surroundings.

10

Peter

27 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Comfortable and surprisingly quiet so close to the M6.

8

John

14 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A decent enough motorway hotel. Room was clean amd tidy and could not hear the busy M6 motorway. Breakfast was buffet style but plentiful which a good choice. Bed was comfy enabling a decent nights sleep

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Gareth

15 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Access to property poor. Access from M6 closed due to roadworks. Had to access property from a dark side road through a barrier which took a long time to be opened. Not what's required late at night when youre tired and simply want to sleep. In morning, werent able to leave property by same exit and had to travel miles out of way north on M6 as roadworks had finished.

10

Tahir

15 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good location and easy approach.

8

DJ

9 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Comfortable hotel at the service area, a convenient stop-over location.

10

Stephen

5 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good value, located in the northbound welcome center on M6

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Dining

Breakfast and dinner are available on site and meal deals offer good value, with many enjoying breakfast. Experiences vary though, with reports of cold food, long waits, lost orders and slow or inconsistent replenishment.

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Vivien

24 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean, bed comfortable. Staff friendly. Advised on arrival to prepay for special 2 course dinner rate, which would have been good if there had been starters or dessert we both liked. I only had a main course. Plus the drink ( cider ) my husband ordered for me, didn’t come, after I asked about it, the wrong cider was brought. We waited nearly an hour for our food to arrive and were eventually told our order had been lost ( caught behind another one). We eventually got our food. The supervisor on duty said I’d be refunded, but because I’d paid by card, would have to supply my bank details, which I didn’t have with me ( for security, I don’t keep those details on my phone etc). Supervisor said ‘ no problem, complete the form at reception when you check out, then you can email the details’ but the receptionist on duty didn’t know anything about me emailing my bank details, so I left my email contact and she said the supervisor would email me - nothing yet, 12.55pm 24.06.24, over 24 hrs since we checked out Postcode took us to a different hotel, somewhere close by - identical postcode.

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Matthew

3 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Accomodation was fine. Breakfast was poor and stone cold.

8

Mohammed

5 Dec 2022

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Stayed 19,330 nights

Unfotunately there was a coach party who had breakfast at 7am. We were told to come after 8am - at this time the buffet was lacking in eg croissants / had to request white bread / sugar to be replenished etc

8

sanjay

7 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast was very good with good choices of fruit.

8

John

14 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A decent enough motorway hotel. Room was clean amd tidy and could not hear the busy M6 motorway. Breakfast was buffet style but plentiful which a good choice. Bed was comfy enabling a decent nights sleep

8

Richard

31 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very good service, c;ean and comfortable room but the food left a lot to be desired. I had the driest roast chicken I've ever experienced. I only ate it as I'd driven down from the Highlands and was very hungry. The full English breakfast the following morning wasn't much better.

10

Pauline

8 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Booked two rooms, both of which were clean, comfortable and equipped with what you need! We had dinner and breakfast at the in-house restaurant and enjoyed both. Staff approachable, pleasant and helpful.. We really enjoyed our stay. Would stay again ..

10

Patricia

13 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a regular stop for us en route to Scotland. Rooms are very clean and the service is exceptional- always. They do a very cheap meal deal for dinner and breakfast. Can’t really fault it.

8

david

25 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

lovely comfy beds, welcoming staff, only area for improvement would be having sufficient cooked breakfast items, as we had to wait for top ups

10

Kevan

2 Feb 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Nice hotel for a working trip. Good breakfast and dinners . Staff excellent.

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Month	Average price
January	US$45
February	US$52
March	US$56
April	US$58
May	US$59
June	US$57
July	US$69
August	US$66
September	US$63
October	US$61
November	US$57
December	US$53

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5 $70
6 $43	7 $56	8 $62	9 $55	10 $57	11 $51	12 $68
13 $43	14 $49	15 $62	16 $69	17 $56	18 $56	19 $68
20 $43	21 $49	22 $64	23 $63	24 $49	25 $53	26 $69
27 $43	28 $56	29 $64	30 $69

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $53	2 $67	3 $82
4 $43	5 $47	6 $67	7 $75	8 $51	9 $54	10 $79
11 $52	12 $62	13 $80	14 $65	15 $58	16 $64	17 $79
18 $48	19 $59	20 $74	21 $67	22 $52	23 $63	24 $92
25 $48	26 $82	27 $104	28 $74	29 $93	30 $65	31 $80

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