We have created a list with the best central luxury hotels in Manchester, UK. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Mia Dahl & Kent Berg. Updated February 2024.
Highly elegant. Great restaurant. Friendly staff. In a prime location in the centre of Manchester, Stock Exchange Hotel provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, private parking and room service. This 5-star hotel offers a shared lounge and a 24-hour front desk. Guests can make use of a bar. Every room is fitted with a desk and a flat-screen TV, and certain units at the hotel have a balcony. All units include a safety deposit box. Guests at Stock Exchange Hotel can enjoy an à la carte or a Full English/Irish breakfast. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Royal Exchange Theatre, Albert Square and John Rylands Library. The nearest airport is Manchester Airport, 15 km from Stock Exchange Hotel.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most ELEGANT central luxury hotel in Manchester.
Hip. Creative. Rooftop bar.Opened March 2021. Ideally located in the centre of Manchester, BrewDog DogHouse Manchester offers air-conditioned rooms, free bikes, free WiFi and a garden. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and a concierge service. At the hotel, all rooms include a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. BrewDog DogHouse Manchester features some units with city views, and each room comes with a kettle. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. An à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving American and Mexican cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. BrewDog DogHouse Manchester offers a terrace. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Albert Square, Royal Exchange Theatre and Manchester Art Gallery. The nearest airport is Manchester Airport, 15 km from BrewDog DogHouse Manchester.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the coolest central luxury hotels in Manchester. It also has a popular rooftop bar!
Super central. Very clean. Great value. In the heart of Manchester, Cove Minshull Street are luxury apartments with a bright and contemporary design. Just 6 minutes' walk from Piccadilly Rail Station and 300 metres from Piccadilly Gardens, each apartment has Wi-Fi access and a 24-hour front desk. Inside, the apartments feature a satellite TV, a seating area, and a bathroom with a hairdryer. They also include a stylish, fully-equipped kitchen with a dishwasher. Guests at Cove Minshull Street apartments can also enjoy free access to the on-site fitness suite. The Trafford Centre, one of Manchester's premium shopping and leisure complexes, is just 14 minutes' drive away. Old Trafford, home to Manchester United Football Club, is 10 minutes' drive from the apartments. Manchester Aquatics Centre and Manchester Museum are both also less than 2 miles away.Show full description
I think this is the most CENTRAL central luxury hotel in Manchester. It also has a central location, exceptional cleanliness and great affordability.
Elegant. Rooftop bar. Great views. Located in the centre of Manchester, Hotel Gotham is a 3-minute walk from Manchester Arndale Shopping Centre. It offers a rooftop terrace and free WiFi. Serviced by a lift, all rooms and suites are air-conditioned and feature a telephone, a flat-screen TV and facilities for making coffee and tea. The bathroom is complete with free toiletries, slippers and a bath or shower. A hairdryer and bathrobes are also provided. Breakfast is served every morning at Hotel Gotham. Decorated in dark colours, the on-site AA Rosettes restaurant has a modern style. Guests can enjoy a drink at the bar. The hotel is 400 metres from Deansgate, 500 metres from Bridgewater Hall and 500 metres from G-MEX Centre. Manchester Airport is 13 km away. Hotel Gotham offers a valet parking service, at GBP 40 per day . Show full description
Elegant. Stylish. Located in the Manchester City Centre, Dakota Manchester is a 5-minute walk to Market Street and a 10-minute walk to the Spinningfields. Easily accessible, Dakota Manchester is just a 3-minute walk from Piccadilly train station and a 30-minute train or drive from Manchester Airport. There are 137 bedrooms including 27 suites. The fully air-conditioned rooms all offer a Smart TV and media hub with full Sky HD package, in-room safe, complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, and en suite bathrooms with rainfall showers and toiletries. The Grill offers a sophisticated menu with seasonal ingredients and brasserie-style service. Private dining areas with waterside views will be available for exclusive use, accompanied by The Champagne Room. The stylish cocktail bar offers a variety of classic and in-house creations alongside a comprehensive wine list. Canal Street is 1.1 km from Dakota Manchester. The nearest airport is Manchester Airport, 15 km from the property.Show full description
Great views. In a city-centre location, Church Street by Supercity Aparthotels is located a 10-minute walk from Manchester Piccadilly Rail Station. There is free high-speed WiFi and an on-site gym. Overlooking Piccadilly Gardens. tea/coffee making facilities, and mineral water are provided. Guests can make use of the on-site 24-hour fitness room and meeting space. The Manchester Arena is less than a 10-minute walk away. Guests are located in the Northern Quarter, and opposite Church Street there is the unique fashion market, Affleck's Palace.Show full description
Creative. Very stylish. Friendly staff. Located in the Northern Quarter of Manchester, The Cow Hollow Hotel is a 16-bedroom boutique, situated 500 metres from Piccadilly train station. A cocktail bar, situated in the lobby, is open for drinks 24/7. The hotel also has free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk. All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with king-size Hypnos beds, 400-thread count sheets, and Smart TVs with complimentary Netflix access. Rooms include a private bathroom with a rainfall shower and REN toiletries. Slippers and earplugs are also provided. A complimentary continental breakfast bag is provided, including a granola and berry coulis yogurt pot, juice, fruit, and croissant. Tea and coffee is provided each morning in your room. Complimentary hot drinks are also available for self-service 24/7 in the Aviary Café. The Palace Theatre is 1 km from The Cow Hollow Hotel. Manchester Arena is a 12-minute walk away. The nearest airport is Manchester Airport, 14 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most CREATIVE AND STYLISH boutique hotels in Manchester. It also has amazing staff.
Offering a terrace, fitness centre and 12 meeting rooms, Holiday Inn Manchester - City Centre is set in the heart of Manchester, opposite Piccadilly Train Station. Free WiFi is available in all areas, including in the on-site restaurant. Each air-conditioned room offers complimentary high-speed internet and a 40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels. All rooms have an en-suite bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. The family friendly restaurant offers a modern international cuisine. The Canal Terrace gives guests the chance to relax with a drink while overlooking the canal. The gym has a wide range of machines and weights available at no extra cost. King Street is an 8-minute from Holiday Inn Manchester - City, while St Ann's Square is a 13-minute walk from the property. The nearest airport is Manchester Airport, 9.3 miles from Holiday Inn Manchester - City Centre.Show full description
Superb breakfast. Great location. Located in the Northern Quarter, in the centre of Manchester, Abel Heywood Boutique Hotel offers stylish en-suite accommodation with free WiFi access. The property is situated 300 metres from Manchester Arndale and Market Street, offering a wide selection of high street and designer shops, and 600 metres from the seasonal Christmas markets. Abel Heywood Boutique Hotel is located 700 metres from the Manchester Arena and 14 km from Manchester Airport. Each air-conditioned room comes with tea and coffee making facilities, a working desk and a flat-screen TV. The bedrooms include a private bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries, and either a bathtub or shower, Ironing facilities can be found in the rooms. Breakfast is available every morning, and a variety of menu options are served in the hotel's on-site restaurant for lunch and dinner. Special dietary needs can be accommodated. Guests can also enjoy a selection of beers, ciders, wines and soft drinks in the property's bar throughout the day.Show full description
Cool. Creative. Great restaurant. This property is winner of The Sunday Times 2019 Best Place to Stay in the North award. Set in the very heart of the city, Native Manchester is found in Ducie Street Warehouse, just 100 yards from Manchester Piccadilly Train Station. Originally one of four iconic warehouses – and the only one still standing – this historic building was originally designed to store cotton bales from the US before they were shipped to London. Today we have lovingly transformed the building into an icon for Manchester, whilst staying true to its original past. When you stay with us you’ll discover wide columns, powder blue wrought-iron girders and brick barrelled ceilings. There are 162 apartments with 7 types to choose from, starting from large studios to spacious two bedroom duplex Penthouse apartments. While the premium options offer extra room and special perks, every apartment is surprisingly spacious and showcases impressive architectural features. Each apartment comes with its own fully equipped kitchen, lounge space and king-size beds and many have loft-style ceilings with exposed beams. Native Manchester is great for groups who want to book apartments that connect via a private outer hallway or interconnecting apartments that are adjoined by a two-way door in the living room. Some of the bedrooms even have zip and link beds to create a twin room. On the 7th floor, the two-bedroom penthouse apartments offer large private terraces and panoramic views of the city. With floor to ceiling windows that fill the space with natural light, these enormous duplex apartments are one of a kind in Manchester. On the ground floor is Ducie Street Warehouse, Manchester’s newest hangout and a community centre for a modern city. It’s a space for whatever you need: meeting people, watching films, taking classes, working, drinking, dining, anything. On the ground floor you’ll also find BLOK, a multidisciplinary workout space renowned for fusing fitness with fashion, art and design. Whether it’s sunrise yoga or a killer cardio session – workout in style with BLOK Manchester.Show full description
Rooftop pool. Cosy rooms. King Street Townhouse is situated in Manchester, 5 minutes' walk from Manchester Town Hall. Guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. On the rooftop of the hotel there is a heated, infinity spa pool as well as a relaxation room and steam room. All rooms contain a contemporary design with a flat-screen TV, free WiFi and tea and coffee making facilities. The rooms come with en-suite facilities and walk-in rain showers, bathrobes and free toiletries. Some rooms also have seating areas where guests can relax. The hotel is housed in a large Italian renaissance building, and has been updated to a modern standard while maintaining its historic features. Guests are invited to dine at the hotel’s Tavern Restaurant and Bar, which serves a seasonal menu and classic dishes, or relax in the lounge with an afternoon tea. King Street Townhouse also offers guests a conference and event space for celebrations and business-related events. G-MEX Centre is 400 metres from King Street Townhouse, while Deansgate is 400 metres away. Manchester Airport is 13 km from the property.Show full description
Stylish. Creative. Comfortable beds. Situated in Manchester and with Manchester Art Gallery reachable within 300 metres, Hotel Brooklyn Manchester features express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Popular points of interest near Hotel Brooklyn Manchester include The Palace Theatre, Albert Square and Manchester Central Library. The property is 300 metres from the city centre and 300 metres from Canal Street. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Rooms include a kettle, while some rooms have a terrace and others also feature city views. At Hotel Brooklyn Manchester the rooms include bed linen and towels. A buffet, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving American, British and international cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. The nearest airport is Manchester Airport, 14 km from the hotel.Show full description
Elegant. Winner of the Leading Hotel of the Year 2019 award, Edwardian Manchester, A Radisson Collection Hotel is located in the city's Free Trade Hall, next to the Central Convention Centre. The hotel includes a health spa, a restaurant and onsite bar. Winner of the Best Luxury Restaurant 2019 award, Peter Street Kitchen offers shared dining in the heart of Manchester with contemporary Japanese and Mexican small plates. The hotel is a 2-minute walk from Manchester Art Gallery, Central Library and Deansgate. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Each room features down pillows, Italian marble bathrooms and a city view. You will also find a flat-screen TV, and desk. Some rooms feature a terrace. Guests can enjoy relaxing treatments at the Spa & Gym. Speaking English, Spanish, Italian and Portuguese at the 24-hour front desk, staff are always on hand to help. The Library curated by Assouline serves signature cocktails that has been impeccably created by a team of mixologists to represent some of the most popular books within the famed Assouline range. The Executive Chefs are also proud to showcase an exquisite selection of contemporary dishes and ‘The Impossible Edition Afternoon Tea’. Manchester Piccadilly and Manchester Oxford Road rail stations can be reached in a 20-minute walk. A free shuttle bus is also offered which can transport guests in 10-minutes. The nearest airport is Manchester Airport, 13 km from the hotel.Show full description
Great value. Very clean. Staycity Aparthotels Manchester Piccadilly is superbly located just 300 metres from Canal Street and close to Piccadilly Station, Piccadilly Gardens and the Arndale Centre. The apartments are spacious, stylish and contemporary, and Staycity comforts are standard in every room. This includes fully-equipped kitchens, comfortable seating and dining areas, private bathrooms with rainfall showers, flat-screen TVs, fresh towels, bed linen and free WiFi. Staycity Aparthotels Manchester Piccadilly is also home to 24-hour reception, a 24-hour café bar, gym, meeting rooms and private parking. The Palace Theatre is 700 metres from Staycity Aparthotels Manchester Piccadilly, while Manchester Apollo is 900 metres from the property. The nearest airport is Manchester Airport, 13 km from the property.Show full description
Central. Comfortable beds. Good breakfast. In the heart of the city, ABode Manchester is a splendid 19th-century building with free Wi-Fi access. Piccadilly Rail Station is 3 minutes’ walk away. ABode Manchester’s double-glazed rooms offer monsoon showers and luxury toiletries. ABode Manchester is situated within walking distance of many of Manchester’s numerous central bars, restaurants and museums. Guests can also enjoy an LCD TV, and free internet. The Trafford Centre shopping centre is 15 minutes’ drive away, and the MEN Arena is a 15-minute walk.Show full description
Good breakfast. Cosy rooms. Set in the heart of Manchester’s vibrant city centre, the grand Kimpton Clocktower offers stylish, modern rooms just a minute’s walk from Oxford Road Rail Station and The Palace Theatre. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel and the ballroom is the biggest hotel event space in the North of England. Furnished with elegant decor, all of the 4-star rooms include TVs with satellite channels, private bathrooms and in-room safes. Guests can also make use of hairdryers and tea/coffee-making facilities. Kimpton Clocktower is situated on bustling Oxford Road, with Manchester’s huge array of shops within easy walking distance. The Manchester Arena is a 20-minute walk, while Old Trafford Stadium is 10 minutes’ drive. Manchester Airport can be reached in 20 minutes’ drive.Show full description
Cosy rooms. Comfortable beds. Boasting stunning rooms with contemporary décor, Velvet Hotel is on central Manchester’s vibrant Canal Street and a 5-minute walk from Piccadilly Rail Station. All rooms enjoy elegant furnishings and offer a flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi. The modern bathrooms are equipped with steam-free mirrors and luxury toiletries. Each room also includes a fully-stocked minibar and hospitality tray. A light continental offering containing a yogurt, breakfast bar, pastry, jam, apple and a fruit Juice can be delivered to your room each morning from 06:00. Located downstairs in the hotel's lower ground floor is Velvet Brasserie serving classic British cuisine and boasts a extensive drinks list with a fine selection of cocktails, wines, beers and spirits.In warm weather, guests can enjoy outdoor dining. Velvet Lounge Bar has live DJs on weekends and offers a range of drinks in fashionable, relaxed surroundings. The bars and restaurants of Manchester’s diverse Northern Quarter are less than a 10-minute walk away. Manchester Airport is 15 km from Velvet Hotel.Show full description
Very central. Great location. Great views.Opened November 2021. Ideally situated in Manchester, Wilde Aparthotels Manchester St. Peters Square features a buffet breakfast and free WiFi. Popular points of interest near the aparthotel include Manchester Art Gallery, Manchester Central Library and The Palace Theatre. This 4-star aparthotel offers a 24-hour front desk and full-day security. The aparthotel has family rooms. Some units also have a well-fitted kitchen equipped with a dishwasher, a microwave, and a toaster. At the aparthotel, some units are fitted with a coffee machine and chocolates or cookies. There is a coffee shop and bar. The nearest airport is Manchester Airport, 14 km from Wilde Aparthotels Manchester St. Peters Square.Show full description
This apartment hotel has a great location in Manchester.
Central. Very clean. Comfortable beds.Opened May 2021. In a prime location in the centre of Manchester, Clayton Hotel Manchester City Centre provides air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Guests can make use of a bar. At the hotel, every room has a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. All units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. Popular points of interest near Clayton Hotel Manchester City Centre include Manchester Art Gallery, Canal Street and The Palace Theatre. The nearest airport is Manchester Airport, 14 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Nice style. Cool. Great restaurant. Make yourself at home at Whitworth Locke aparthotel, in Manchester city centre. Discover 160 design-led studios and suites, each with their own kitchen. Bridgewater Hall is a 6-minute walk from Whitworth Locke, while Manchester Central is 650 metres away. Light, bright coworking spaces and meeting rooms make remote working a breeze. And the stunning, plant-filled restaurant and café makes leaving the building optional. Located in a 19th-century building in Manchester’s civic quarter, Whitworth Locke has accommodation with free WiFi. It is just minutes from the city’s famous Northern Quarter - home to independent shops, bars and restaurants, 200 metres from Canal Street and 300 metres from The Palace Theatre. The units come with parquet floors and feature a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area, a Smart TV with easy media streaming, and a private bathroom with bath or shower and free toiletries. A microwave with grill function and kettle are also offered. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area and inner atrium which offers co-working space and a coffee shop and bar. With every booking guests will receive 15% off beverage discount at The Conservatory Bar located at Whitworth Locke. The nearest airport is Manchester Airport, 13 km from the property.Show full description
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