Now a cultural hub, Manchester flourished in the Industrial Revolution as a center for cotton processing. Victorian England’s “Cottonopolis” was a chief player in the textile industry. The city boasts the first inter-city passenger track and the first passenger and goods railway station. Progress and population boom go hand in hand, and Manchester is still of the most largely populated cities in the United Kingdom today. While largely urban, its location at the center of a green belt and river plains allot breathing space and protected reserves. Victorian red brick buildings are still predominant, but contemporary structures and high-rises redefine the city’s public areas. Manchester played a pivotal role in the history of science, music, and sports. Get to know the first industrialized city in the world a little better and do so in style. Check out the top famous hotels in Manchester, UK.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) property's fame and popularity, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on February 10, 2026.
1. The Midland (from USD 216)
After a 14-million pound makeover, the main foyer of The Midland now has a split-level bar on a raised platform. The French dining space features new seating and decoration, but the marvelous chandeliers remain. The art-deco Tea Room offers refreshments for the highborn. This architectural landmark has a new British-style brasserie, Mount Street Dining Room & Bar.
If you are familiar with luxury, you will appreciate the glamorous features of this four-star property’s Rolls Royce Suite and the classy atmosphere of upgraded guest rooms. Remember to set aside time for the hotel’s award-winning spa treatments.
The Midland This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.
Address: 16 Peter St, Manchester City Center, Manchester, United Kingdom, M60 2DS
687 meters (0.5 ft) from Science and Industry Museum
2. Stock Exchange Hotel (from USD 220)
Delicious breakfast with generous portions, served in a beautifully decorated room.
Luxurious hotel with reasonable pricing for its central location.
Perfect central location, close to shopping areas and great restaurants.
Historic building with modern amenities, including a cocktail bar and attentive staff.
In 2019, The Stock Exchange Hotel was lauded as one of the World’s Best New Luxury Hotels a few months after its opening. A reinvention of the rooms, signature suites, and opulent three-bedroom apartment on the top floor make the hotel even fitter for high-living guests. You may use the five-star hotel’s Lexus RXL to go around town and avail of concierge service for a seamless stay.
The former trading room’s domed ceilings house a public restaurant, private dining areas, and the Michelin-starred Chef Thomas Kerridge’s The Bull & Bar. Guests may venture out to nearby Deansgate, King Street, and Market Street for Manchesters’ other excellent culinary offers.
Stock Exchange Hotel, Manchester, Autograph Collection This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.
Address: 4 Norfolk Street
950 meters (0.6 ft) from Science and Industry Museum
3. The Edwardian Manchester, A Radisson Collection Hotel (from USD 266)
Television personality Simon Cowell and football manager Sven-Goran Eriksson are satisfied guests of The Edwardian Manchester, A Radisson Collection Hotel. However, you don’t have to be a celebrity to experience the luxuries of this five-star facility. Experience your first ESPA body ritual at The Spa & Gym, and find inspiration in The Library and its impeccable array of unique cocktails.
The hotel is housed in The Free Trade Hall, one of Manchester’s finest 19th-century buildings. This remarkable accommodation is made more famous by Peter Street Kitchen, an award-winning restaurant serving Mexican and Japanese cuisine with a contemporary flair.
The Edwardian Manchester, A Radisson Collection Hotel This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.
Address: Free Trade Hall, Peter Street
508 meters (0.4 ft) from Science and Industry Museum
4. The Lowry Hotel (from USD 249)
The Lowry Hotel in Salford is synonymous with urban chic. The building is known for its glass facade from top to bottom, but nothing is merely for show. Every inch of this riverside property is designed for the comfort and satisfaction of guests. Expect a welcome of champagne on ice and full attention from cordial staff.
This 5-star hotel offers a memorable stay in 12 opulent suites and 165 bedrooms with walk-in wardrobes and marble baths. Sit for a spell on the terrace for the view before heading to River Restaurant to sample the grill menu. The hotel’s curved facade and exemplary service make for an iconic presence in Manchester.
The Lowry Hotel Manchester This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.
Address: 50 Dearmans Place, Chapel Wharf
739 meters (0.5 ft) from Science and Industry Museum
5. Hotel Gotham (from USD 354)
From the rooftop terrace of the glitzy Hotel Gotham, you can observe the comings and goings on King Street, an important center of the banking industry. You’ll be happy to book plush accommodation in the neo-classical Art Deco building once occupied by Midland Bank.
The hotel boasts a taste for the theatrical, but the comfort of guests is always at the fore. The dining venue and club bar promise multisensory experiences, and you can start a day in Manchester with an excellent complimentary breakfast. This five-star hotel is also known for luxury chauffeur services covering train and airport transfers, leisurely day outs, business appointments, and champagne proposals.
Hotel Gotham
Address: 100 King Street
879 meters (0.6 ft) from Science and Industry Museum
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