The Manhattan is located in a street, only a few minutes walk from the beach and near the centre of town. The footfall from holidaymakers is light however, so it is pleasantly quiet during the day and at night. The proprietors were friendly, helpful and professional in all they did. Parking nearby (2 minute walk to a safe, cctv monitored site) is very reasonably priced when you purchase your tickets from the establishment you are staying at, rather than at the car park itself. My room was clean, comfortable, with a toilet/shower ensuite and had everything I needed for a nice relaxing stay. Breakfast was generous and tastily cooked. If the sights and sounds of Blackpool is what you are there for, ( I was there for my wife's nephew's 40th birthday party) the Manhattans location is perfect. The Tower is a few minutes walk away and the Pleasure Beach maybe a brisk fifteen minutes walk, although the tram service along the promenade is frequent, comfortable and reasonably priced. There are good restaurants and fast food outlets that cater for every taste and ethnic culinary preference. When I am next in Blackpool, the Manhattan will be my 'go to' place, if a room is available.