The Midland is a 303 bedroom grand hotel situated in Manchester city centre. It opened in September 1903 and was built by the Midland Railway to serve the adjacent Manchester Central railway station. Situated on Peter Street, the Midland is set near the Bridgewater Hall and Manchester Central Library. Its distinctive style is made of red brick and brown terracotta, with the exterior clad in several varieties of polished granite and Burmantofts, and the building is grade II listed. The Octagon Lounge, with its magnificent Moorish ambience, is a truly splendid place to take afternoon tea, sampling a mouth-watering menu amid real glamour. Crammed full of tempting snacks, seasonal specials and light meals, the menu is as satisfying as the Manchester views. The Wyvern Bar enjoys an exclusive repertoire and a fully-stocked cabinet that is sure to please every taste. The Wyvern has an excellent view over St Peter¿s Square in central Manchester, great for people watching and is the perfect place to meet up with the girls or take some time out before heading into town. The French Restaurant is the place to come for the best French cuisine in Manchester. It hasn¿t won two AA rosettes for nothing. The chef¿s expertise and discerning eye for the finest ingredients ensure that dining at The French Restaurant is an experience long-remembered. There¿s nothing standard about the guest rooms. They¿re everything one would expect from this Manchester icon, celebrating luxury in a unique blend of opulence and contemporary design. Each one is beautifully decorated, decadently comfortable and equipped with everything one would need to chill out and take it easy or get ready for a night out. Every detail is just so, from the crisp folds of the sheets to the plumpness of the armchair, from the fluffiness of the towels to the invigorating pressure of the power shower. The decor is modern and stylish, featuring subtle tones and flashes of colour or bold designs to lift the rooms. They come well equipped with modern amenities and include either a trouser press or ironing facilities, as well as selected Sky channels.