Are you thinking ahead to your next trip to Lancashire? Why not stay in a Bed and Breakfast in Lytham St Annes? Sometimes a hotel stay can be a rather detached experience, being shut away and shielded from the very place you're there to see. If you are used to staying in hotels, try something different, and book a reservation for a wonderful stay in a bed and breakfast.

It has to be said, there are lots of reasons why a bed and breakfast is better than a hotel. It is relatively cheaper and it feels more like home. Hotels are usually designed to be lavish and expensive. It's unusual for a bed and breakfast to be owned by large international hotel chains, so you have a better chance of finding something truly individual and unique. B&Bs being owned by ordinary families and individuals have a personal touch and offer personalized accommodation, service and hospitality. The hosts have a very good local knowledge of the neighbourhood, which is often not found on travel brochures and maps. Owners tend to be more helpful than hotels, they recommend local attractions, assist with dinner reservations, provide delicious breakfasts and some offer afternoon tea.

Here are some tips on finding a Bed & Breakfast for your next getaway to the Fyle Coast:

1) On the internet use Google Places or Google Maps.

It's a really easy way of finding local businesses - just put the town name into Google and it will bring back a whole list of relevant results - just click and away you go. This way you don't have to travel far to get around and see local sights and neighbouring establishments.

2) Check for available accommodation from Directories.

It's a useful strategy to get comparison information in price, quality and facilities. There's a whole range of B&Bs available, from the boutique/luxury ones with sauna spas and sunset views to the cheap & cheerful ones offering functional rooms and great breakfasts.

3) Get recommendations from family & neighbours.

It's always great when you know somebody that's already been to the same place so you can get the low-down and some invaluable tips & advice. Recent studies show that people choose their next accommodation based on the recommendations of previous guests. This means it is important to check what other people say about the accommodation where you are planning to stay before you actually make a reservation with them.