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This is an excellent hotel with equal amounts of comfort and style perfectly located right in the heart of Manchester City Centre. (GW 06/2008).
The contemporary design on the interior belies the unqiue character of the Grade II listed heritage of the building that the hotel occupies.
There are 141 beautifully furnished bedrooms all featuring the renowned "AroraBed", power showers, broadband connections, air conditioning and thoughful extra touches such as irons, personal safes, mini fridges, heated mirrors and bathroom speakers. All rooms are of a good size, however please note that the Triple and Quad rooms are two double beds and not suitable for four adults.
The award winning Obsidian restaurant and bar offers city chic at it's best and is situated on the lower ground floor of the hotel. The 50 foot aquamarine backlit bar welcomes you with a unique list of classic cocktails, exclusive spirits and a wide ranging dedicated menu. Obsidian itself features a blend of luxurious leather booths, mahogany and redwood flooring and panelling which is enhanced by dramatic mood lighting. The menu is comprised of locally sourced, fresh ingredients reflecting the flavours of modern Manchester which fuses international cuisines with traditiional North West fare.
A medium-size contemporary lobby with seating area. A small lounge to the back where tea and coffee and light snacks are served.
Situated on Princess Street, the hotel is directly opposite Manchester Art Gallery and is just a stones throw from bustling China Town. All major business areas and the convention quarter including GMEX and Manchester International Conference Centre (MICC) are within walking distance of the hotel, as are the shopping distrcit and Manchester's vibrant entertainment and nightlife areas. The Metrolink tram system offers speedy access Manchester United Football Club and the Trafford Centre.
Area Details - 1 kms to city centre
- 15 kms to the nearest airport (manchester)
- 1 minute walk to the nearest metro station (st. peter's square)
- 1 km to the nearest station (piccadilly)
- 1 minute walk to the nearest bus stop
- Close to the trade fair ground (g-mex)
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