“An opulent Victorian building turned into a deluxe hotel in the city centre. Stylish rooms boast all the mod cons yet nod to the past with stunning wood panelling, high ceilings & original brickwork. Imposing yet inviting public areas & restaurants are very popular with locals. Cool grand dame.”

Recommended for

  • Families

    • Well set-up for those with kids; there are activity packs on arrival, kid's menus, interconnecting rooms & travel cots provided
  • Local exploring

    • Fantastically located on Oxford Street works for all types of trips whether in town for culture, shopping, nightlife or work
  • Business meetings

    • The Ballroom is the largest event space in the North of England, plus there's a series of modern meeting & conference rooms
  • City Style

    • Desintation in itself; a wonderful example of a heritage property transformed into glamourous 21st century luxury hotel
  • Historic

    • Built in the 1890s, this grand Grade 2-listed high Victorian landmark was once the headquarters of The Refuge Assurance Company
  • Restaurant

    • Try a diverse international menu at The Refuge restaurant. The beautiful Winter Garden & Public Bar are popular for drinks
  • Artworks

    • Craftmanship everywhere you look; 3 m high bronze horse designed by the granddaughter of Charles Dickens is a masterpiece
  • Close to nightlife

    • It's a short walk to Canal Street and its many bars, restaurants & nightclubs. Th property's bar also boasts live DJs
  • Hotel Entertainment

    • Make the most of 'social hour' with complimentary beer & wine between 5 - 6pm each day (plus treats for kids & dogs)
  • Other Activities

    • Manchester Arena is 20 minutes on foot - head that way for a major concerts & entertainment events
  • Pet friendly

    • Brings dogs with you, free of charge (up to 35kg)
  • Child friendly

    • Kids up to age 12 stay free
  • Air conditioning

  • Wedding license

  • Conference facilities

  • Family Suites

  • Disabled access

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Gym

  • Luxury

  • Museums

  • Lively area

  • Full of character

  • Yoga

  • Designer

  • Downtown

  • Charming

  • Contemporary

  • Designer Shopping

  • Sights nearby

  • Business Hotel

  • Retro/Vintage

  • Chic

  • Landmark

  • Grand Hotel

Facilities

  • Rooms

    270 rooms in this hotel
  • Restaurant

    Try a diverse international menu at The Refuge restaurant. The beautiful Winter Garden & Public Bar are popular for drinks
  • In room music system

    Vintage record players in suites pay homage to Manchester's diverse music scene
  • Pet friendly

    Brings dogs with you, free of charge (up to 35kg)
  • Car not required

    Just a 10 minute walk to Piccadilly Station
  • Child friendly

    Kids up to age 12 stay free
  • Walking distance restaurants

  • Bar

  • Wifi

  • Airport transfer

  • Games room

  • Business Centre

  • Meeting Room

  • Conference facilities

  • Safe

  • Bath robes

  • Shops

  • Fireplace

  • Family Suites

  • Wedding license

  • Cots available

  • Gym

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Sitting Room

  • Room service

  • 24 Hour room service

  • Disabled access

  • Suites

  • Concierge

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • Air conditioning

Activities

  • Close to nightlife

    • It's a short walk to Canal Street and its many bars, restaurants & nightclubs. Th property's bar also boasts live DJs
  • Hotel Entertainment

    • Make the most of 'social hour' with complimentary beer & wine between 5 - 6pm each day (plus treats for kids & dogs)
  • Other Activities

    • Manchester Arena is 20 minutes on foot - head that way for a major concerts & entertainment events
  • Theatre

    • Independent cinema & art's centre - HOME - is nearby
  • Yoga

  • Museums

  • Designer Shopping

  • Sights nearby

Map & Location

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