Hotel Santa Maria
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Hotel Santa Maria is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at Hotel 224-232 Promenade, Blackpool, FY1 1RZ, in the Blackpool local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 6 August 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 1 (Major Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 20 — improvement needed), and confidence in management (scored 10 — good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Blackpool oversees 1,686 registered food businesses, of which 90% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Blackpool is 4.7 out of 5. As a hospitality establishment, this business is assessed on its kitchen and food storage facilities, breakfast and dining service areas, and overall standards of food handling across the premises. Food businesses in the UK are inspected by local authority environmental health officers. The frequency of inspections depends on the risk category — higher-risk businesses are inspected more frequently, typically every 6 to 12 months, while lower-risk establishments may be inspected every 2 to 3 years. Businesses that are not satisfied with their rating can request a re-inspection from their local authority or apply for a right to reply, which is published alongside the rating on the FSA website.
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What is the food hygiene rating of Hotel Santa Maria?
Hotel Santa Maria has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5, as assessed by Blackpool.
What does a food hygiene rating of 1 mean for a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house?
A rating of 1 means major improvement is necessary. Significant problems were found during the inspection across one or more categories. The local authority will follow up to ensure improvements are made.
When was Hotel Santa Maria last inspected?
Hotel Santa Maria was last inspected on 2026-08-06. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.
How can Hotel Santa Maria improve its rating?
Businesses can improve their food hygiene rating by addressing the issues identified in their inspection report. Common areas for improvement include better temperature control, improved cleaning schedules, and stronger documentation of food safety procedures. Businesses can request a re-inspection from their local authority once improvements have been made, or apply for a right to reply.
Where is Hotel Santa Maria located?
Hotel Santa Maria is located at Hotel 224-232 Promenade, Blackpool , FY1 1RZ, in the Blackpool local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the FY1 postcode area.