Best Accommodation close to Ferries
PREMIER SUITES Liverpool
L3 2FE, Liverpool, 7 Hatton Garden
With stylish decor, these apartments have on-site parking and city views. The PREMIER SUITES Liverpool Eden Square are just a 10-minute walk from Liverpool ONE Shopping Centre. The PREMIER SUITES are in Liverpool's Garden Quarter,... read more
1289 reviews 8.5
Jurys Inn Liverpool
L3 4FN, Liverpool, No. 31 Keel Wharf
Situated in Kings Waterfront, next to the Albert Dock and directly opposite the Echo Arena and ACC Liverpool, Jurys Inn Liverpool is also a 5-minute walk into the city centre. The property also offers free... read more
9900 reviews 8.1
Staybridge Suites Liverpool, an IHG Hotel
L3 4FN, Liverpool, 21 Keel Wharf
Offering the comfort, privacy and freedom of your own home, these fully-equipped suites are ideally located next to Liverpool’s famous Albert Dock and opposite the Echo Arena. Staybridge provides fully air-conditioned suites, each of which... read more
2744 reviews 9.1
Crowne Plaza Liverpool City Centre, an IHG Hotel
L3 1QW, Liverpool, St. Nicholas Place, Pier Head
This 4-star hotel has views of the Royal Liver Building and the River Mersey. It offers free Wi-Fi, a 18-metre indoor pool and air-conditioned rooms with satellite TVs. The modern rooms have individual private bathrooms... read more
4155 reviews 8.5
Staycity Aparthotels Liverpool Duke Street
L1 5AP, Liverpool, 37-41 Duke Street
Centrally located in a lively part of the city centre surrounded by bars & restaurants. Liverpool One shopping centre and the bus station for links to the airport & other sites is just around the... read more
1627 reviews 8.8
Novotel Liverpool Centre
L1 4LN, Liverpool, 40 Hanover Street
Next to Liverpool ONE Shopping centre, this Novotel boasts modern, 4-star rooms with 55-inch LCD TVs. Liverpool Lime Street Rail Station is only 10 minutes’ walk away from the hotel. The historic Albert Dock area,... read more
6378 reviews 8.1
Mercure Liverpool Atlantic Tower Hotel
L3 9RE, Liverpool, Chapel Street
The Mercure Liverpool Atlantic Tower Hotel overlooks the dock front, with views of the River Mersey. The modern accommodation is just 10 minutes’ walk from Albert Dock and Liverpool One shopping complex. The Mercure Liverpool... read more
7995 reviews 7.4
Holiday Inn Express Liverpool-Albert Dock, an IHG Hotel
L3 4AD, Liverpool, Britannia Pavillion, Albert Dock
Opposite Echo Arena, Holiday Inn Express Liverpool-Albert Dock has a 24-hour front desk and stylish bar. The hotel is set in a 19th-century warehouse, a 5-minute walk from Liverpool centre. The bright bedrooms each have... read more
3743 reviews 8.7
Radisson Blu Hotel, Liverpool
L3 9BD, Liverpool, 107 Old Hall Street
This 4-star contemporary hotel in Liverpool city centre has free Wi-Fi and views of the River Mersey. It offers a swimming pool, a gym, an in-house restaurant and stylish, air-conditioned rooms. The award-winning Radisson Blu... read more
5327 reviews 7.7
Hanover Hotel & McCartney's Bar
L1 4AF, Liverpool, 62 Hanover Street
Hanover Hotel is in the nightclub district of Liverpool city centre, close to Liverpool Central Rail Station. There are en suite rooms and a lively music bar. The Hanover Hotel Liverpool is an easy walk... read more
1550 reviews 8.2
The Sir Thomas Hotel
L1 6JB, Liverpool, 24 Sir Thomas Street
This 3-star boutique hotel is set in Liverpool’s vibrant city centre, 700 metres from Liverpool Lime Street Rail Station. The Sir Thomas Hotel is housed in the 19th century Bank of Liverpool building, mixing original... read more
1626 reviews 7.8
Heywood House Hotel, BW Signature Collection
L2 7LS, Liverpool, No. 11 Fenwick Street
Carefully restored from what was the first bank in Liverpool, Heywood House Hotel, BW Signature Collection combines original elegance with modern luxury. Located within the heart of Liverpool, WiFi is free for guests to use,... read more
1734 reviews 8.4
Hampton By Hilton Liverpool City Centre
L1 8DA, Liverpool, Kings Dock Mill, Hurst Street
Just minutes from the Albert Dock and Liverpool ONE shopping centre, Hampton by Hilton Liverpool City Centre offers modern rooms with free Wi-Fi. There is a 24-hour fitness room on site. Each spacious guestroom features... read more
7293 reviews 8.1
Heeton Concept Hotel - City Centre Liverpool
L2 7PQ, Liverpool, James Street
Set in Liverpool’s business district, Heeton Concept Hotel - City Centre Liverpool is a 10-minute walk from the famous Albert Dock. It features stylish rooms, free WiFi throughout and 24-hour dining with views over the... read more
4997 reviews 8
The Z Hotel Liverpool
L2 4SA, Liverpool, 2 North John Street
In the city centre and within a 10-minute walk of Liverpool ONE Shopping Centre and the port, The Z Hotel Liverpool offers compact and luxury accommodation in a contemporary design. With city views, the hotel... read more
5664 reviews 8.3
Ibis Styles Liverpool Centre Dale Street - Cavern Quarter
L2 2HJ, Liverpool, 67 Dale Street
ibis Styles Liverpool Centre Dale St is set within 10 minutes’ walk of Liverpool’s Moorfields and Lime Street stations. This boutique style hotel offers free Wi-Fi, continental breakfast and individually designed rooms. The Cavern is... read more
6253 reviews 8.5
30 James Street
L2 7PQ, Liverpool, 30 James Street
Situated opposite the Albert Dock, 30 James Street overlooks the Three Graces, which comprises of the Royal Liver, the Cunard, and the Port of Liverpool buildings. Once the home of the ill-fated Titanic, 30 James... read more
5380 reviews 7.3
Tune Hotel Liverpool
L2 4XE, Liverpool, 13-19 Queens Building, Castle Street
Tune Hotel Liverpool offers accommodation in Liverpool. Liverpool Central and Liverpool Lime Street train stations are both within a 15-minute walk from the hotel. WiFi access is available throughout. Each room at this hotel is... read more
3518 reviews 7.1
The Castle Collection 14 Cook Street
L2 9RF, Liverpool, 14 Cook Street
Featuring city views and free WiFi, The Castle Collection 14 Cook Street features accommodation attractively set in the centre of Liverpool, within a short distance of Liverpool ONE, Royal Court Theatre and Western Approaches Museum.... read more
889 reviews 8.9
Terlon Apartments
L2 6QJ, Liverpool, 8 Victoria Street Produce Exchange Building
Set in Liverpool within a 4-minute walk of Royal Court Theatre, FM Living features accommodation with a flat-screen TV and a kitchen. There is also an oven, toaster and a kettle. Pier Head is 500... read more
3866 reviews 7.7
Staycity Aparthotels Liverpool Waterfront
L2 0PH, Liverpool, 25 Drury Lane
Set in Liverpool, Staycity Aparthotels Liverpool Waterfront has well-equipped accommodation featuring free WiFi, 100 yards from Pier Head and 650 yards from Albert Dock. All apartments feature a private bathroom, flat-screen TV and fully-equipped kitchenette... read more
5104 reviews 8.6
Quest Liverpool City Centre
L1 3AY, Liverpool, 72 Church Street
Set in Liverpool, near Liverpool Central Station, Albert Dock and Lime Street Train Station, Quest Liverpool City Centre features free WiFi. Every unit has a private bathroom and shower, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and... read more
1831 reviews 9.1
The Castle Collection - 42 Castle Street
L2 7LA, Liverpool, 42 Castle Street
Located in Liverpool, near Liverpool ONE, Royal Court Theatre and Western Approaches Museum, The Castle Collection - 42 Castle Street features free WiFi. Each unit comes with a sofa, a seating area, a flat-screen TV,... read more
1194 reviews 8.9
York Street Studios
L1 5BN, Liverpool, 7 York Street
Located within 800 metres of Liverpool Central Station and less than 1 km of Albert Dock in the centre of Liverpool, York Street Studios provides accommodation with free WiFi and seating area. The units come... read more
302 reviews 8.7
iStay Liverpool Temple Court
L2 6RD, Liverpool, 1 Temple Court
Set in Liverpool, iStay Liverpool Temple Court offers city views and free WiFi, 500 metres from Royal Court Theatre and 400 metres from Liverpool ONE. There is also a kitchen in some of the units... read more
171 reviews 8.2
Lord Street Apartments By Happy Days
L2 9SA, Liverpool, 27 Lord Street
Featuring a terrace and free WiFi, Lord Street Apartments By Happy Days is located in the centre of Liverpool, close to Liverpool ONE, Royal Court Theatre and Western Approaches Museum. Featuring a kitchen with a... read more
215 reviews 8.2
Dream Apartments Silkhouse Court Liverpool
L2 2AA, Liverpool, 7 Tithebarn Street
Dream Apartments Silkhouse Court Liverpool is set in the centre of Liverpool, close to Western Approaches Museum, Liverpool ONE and Royal Court Theatre. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property and private parking is available... read more
2415 reviews 6.9
Innside by Melia Liverpool
L3 9LQ, Liverpool, Old Hall Street
Attractively situated in the Liverpool City Centre district of Liverpool, Innside by Melia Liverpool is situated 300 metres from Western Approaches Museum, 500 metres from Liver Building and less than 1 km from Liverpool ONE.... read more
3235 reviews 9.1
Eleanor Rigby apts Stanley Street
L1 6AL, Liverpool, 34 Stanley street
Set within 400 metres of Royal Court Theatre and 400 metres of Liverpool ONE in the centre of Liverpool, Eleanor Rigby apts Stanley Street offers accommodation with free WiFi and seating area. Some of the... read more
270 reviews 8
Book A Base Apartments - Sir Thomas Street
L1 6BW, Liverpool, L1 6BW
Located in Liverpool, Book A Base Apartments - Sir Thomas Street provides city views and free WiFi, 300 metres from Royal Court Theatre and 700 metres from Lime Street Train Station. Each unit comes with... read more
147 reviews 7.3
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Princes Landing Stage (City Centre) – Bootle Gladstone Docks – Birkenhead
Birkenhead 12 Quays Terminal
address : 12 Quays Terminal, Tower Road, Birkenhead, Wirral CH41 1FE
Routes from Birkenhead are operated by Stena Line and Steam Packet with a selection of up to 15 sailings per week, depending on the time of year. Journey times range from 4 hours 15 minutes to Douglas and 8 hours to Belfast. The ferries leave from the ultra-modern Twelve Quays Terminal on Tower Road, the new 30 million pound ferry terminal was opened in 2002.
Excellent facilities are provided travellers including a check-in hall, lounge and cafeteria plus a covered check-in areas for cars and also freight vehicles. Long and Short Stay parking are available at the ferry port although spaces are limited. For train users there are 3 railway stations close to the ferry port, Hamilton Square, Birkenhead Central and Birkenhead Park and all 3 are within walking distance of the terminal.
While in the area why not explore some of the local attractions such as the Victorian Park, the Priory and St Mary’s Tower or the large local market held in the centre of the town which boasts over 300 stalls.
Where to Stay ?
Shrewsbury Lodge in Birkenhead provides good quality accommodation at reasonable prices and charge an additional flat rate if breakfast is required. A more traditional hotel is The Riverhill that offers elegant rooms, has a good quality restaurant and is only 2 miles from the Central Rail Station.
Larger establishments such as Premier Inn and Holiday Express have hotels close to the port, both have budget priced accommodation with free Wi-Fi, en-suite facilities and free parking.
Travelodge Bromborough Hotel is situated on the Wirral Peninsula and is near to local attractions such as the Lady Lever Art Gallery, they offer great value especially for family bookings. Bed and breakfast is available at Village Hotel Wirral which also has a pool, gym and spa plus dining options and a Starbucks. Take advantage of their off peak deals for some of the best chic rooms available in the area.
Birkenhead port has a variety of guest houses close by offering friendly hospitality in a homely environment. Black Lions Guest House, for example, is a well established b&b with 12 rooms, unlimited Wi-Fi and a shared lounge for guests. Contemporary rooms and a traditional breakfast are available at 2 The Rocklands in Upton Road, which is in one of the best rated locations in Birkenhead.
Other cheap bed and breakfast accommodation in the local area can be found at Villa Venezia, here you will find basic rooms that benefit from tea and coffee making facilities and flat screen TVs. A continental style breakfast is served and guests can also enjoy meals in the attached restaurant.
Princes Parade in City Centre – Pier Head
address: Landing Stage Terminal, Off St Nicholas Place, Princes Parade, Liverpool, L3 1DL
Steam Packet Company Landing Stage terminal in the city center, not far from Pier Head and the cruise terminal, for fast crossings to Douglas on the Isle of Man (2 hrs 45 mins).
Nearest Mersey rail station is James Street station, within walking distance from Liverpool Port. Liverpool Lime Street is the closest National Rail train station around 1 mile away. There are Mersey Rail services from James Street to Lime Street.
Two bus stops are located on Princes Parade and St Nicholas Place.
By Car: You can access the city via the M6/M62 or M58. From the M62, follow signs to the City Centre and then Pier Head signs to the Princes Landing Stage. From M58 follow the A5036 and then the A565 to the Pier Head. From North Wales, take the M53, then the Wallasey Tunnel and the A59 to the Pier Head.
P&O Irish Sea Ferries from Bootle
address : Gladstone Branch Dock No.3, Liverpool Freeport, Bootle, Merseyside, L20 1BG
P&O Ferries leave from Bootle Gladstone docks in Liverpool Freeport, which is approximately 4.5 miles north of the city centre, but the terminal can easily be reached by road, train or bus. Not many accommodations can be found in the area.
The nearest station is Bootle New Strand, 1.8 miles from the port. From here there are regular connecting trains to Liverpool city centre Lime Street station.
When driving from the M6, take the M57 (if coming from the south) or M58 (if coming from the north). At junction 26, exit onto the M58 towards Liverpool/Skelmersdale/Southport and follow for 11 miles. Then follow the signs for ‘A5036 & All Docks’. Stay on the A5036, take the 4th exit at the first roundabout, then take the Liverpool Freeport exit at the next roundabout (Seaforth).
When you are coming from the city centre, just follow the coastal A565 road towards Southport for 4 miles. Follow signs for Freeport/Gladstone until you reach the Liverpool Freeport entrance at the Seaforth roundabout.
The nearest hotel from the P&O sea ferry terminal at Gladstone Dock close to Bootle is the Regent Maritime Hotel. This cheaper budget hotel accommodation is set in the industrial end of Bootle docks, a 10-minute drive from the M57 and M62 motorways.
Many hotels, apartments to rent and other accommodations can be found in Liverpool city centre.
Nearby Attractions and Sights
Crosby Beach (Cambridge Road, Crosby, England): nice place to go for a stroll. See Anthony Gormley’s Another Place (close to Bootle)
LFC Museum and Stadium Tour (Anfield Road, Liverpool L4 0TH, England): take a tour around Liverpool FC football stadium, visit the museum. It’s a great museum for both the story of football in general and history of the club (close to Bootle).
Port of Liverpool Building : a Grade II listed building, part of Liverpool’s UNESCO designated World Heritage Maritime Mercantile City (Pier Head).
Cunard Building (Albert Dock, L3 4BB, England): at the city’s waterfront. This building is along with the neighbouring Liver Building and Port of Liverpool Building one of Liverpool’s Three Graces (at Pier Head).
Birkenhead Priory (4 Priory Street, Birkenhead, England): beautiful Priory. The priory is now a museum showing the history of the way the Monks lived.
The Birkenhead Tramways (1 Pacific Road, Birkenhead CH41 1LJ, England): take a lovely ride on a tram. The museum is a little way from the ferry terminal.