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Kimpton Clocktower, An Ihg Hotel, Manchester

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About the Hotel

Oxford Street, Manchester, United Kingdom, M60 7HA

Kimpton Clocktower, An IHG Hotel is housed in a grand Victorian building, originally serving as the headquarters of The Refuge Assurance Company from the 1890s. The hotel features distinctive elements, including a stunning domed lobby with a bronze horse sculpture. Located in the heart of Manchester, it is an ideal base for exploring the city's cultural and historical landmarks. The hotel combines luxurious accommodations with contemporary hospitality for both leisure and business travelers.

Location

Kimpton Clocktower Hotel is strategically located on two main roads, providing easy access to local attractions and entertainment. Guests can explore nearby sites such as the Palace Theatre and various vibrant eateries. Public transport connections to Manchester Victoria are within 1.5 km, and discounted parking is available at nearby car parks. The hotel is ideally situated for discovering Manchester's cultural landscape.

Rooms

Each guest room is designed for comfort, featuring contemporary decor alongside heritage elements. Suites offer luxurious touches, including Master Vetivert toiletries, record players with a vinyl collection, and Nespresso machines. Rooms include amenities like flat-screen TVs, minibars, and coffee-making facilities. Guests can enjoy features like yoga mats in wardrobes and complimentary snacks.

Eat & Drink

The Refuge restaurant serves a creative menu of small plates, with dishes reflecting local culinary influences. Breakfast service involves a seated format with a range of items made to order. Guests can also enjoy the lively atmosphere of the Refuge public bar, characterized by glazed tiled pillars and a soaring ceiling. The dining experience is intended to appeal to diverse clientele from local residents to international guests.

Leisure & Business

The hotel features a well-equipped fitness center open 24 hours, offering cardiovascular and free weight equipment. With 17 versatile meeting rooms accommodating up to 1,000 delegates, it is recognized for hosting large-scale events in the Northwest. Guests can also take advantage of complimentary features, including bike rentals, morning coffee, and an evening social hour.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Twin Room Lower Ground Floor
Max:
2 persons
28 m² 
Bed options:
2 Single beds
Shower
Coffee machine
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Single City Room
Max:
2 persons
17 m² 
Bed options:
1 Single bed
Shower
Heating
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Double Room Lower Ground Floor
Max:
2 persons
24 m² 
Bed options:
1 Double bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre
Manchester600 m
Airports
Manchester (MAN) 14.3 km
Liverpool John Lennon (LPL) 52.4 km
Train
Manchester Piccadilly700 m
Bus
Bus stop400 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Paid parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Shops/Commercial services

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Video games
  • Board games
  • Children's menu
  • Game room

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Night club

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • In-room computer
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

Oxford Street, Manchester, United Kingdom, M60 7HA
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Oxford Street, Manchester, United Kingdom, M60 7HA
Nearby
Library
Manchester Central Library
510 m
Square
St Peter's Square
460 m
70 Oxford Street
Cornerhouse Gallery
50 m
Chorlton & Canal Sts
Gay Village
600 m
Fairfield Street Sackville Park
Alan Turing Memorial
380 m
Restaurants
The Refuge by Volta
10 m
Oxford Road
Revolution Oxford Road
160 m
90-94 Oxford Street
Gorilla
150 m
54-56 Whitworth Street West
Brickhouse Social
220 m
11-13 New Wakefield Street
R&V - Robert & Victor
160 m
85 Oxford Street St James Building
Dog Bowl
170 m
57 Whitworth Street West M1 5WW
One Plus Restaurant
250 m
42 Charles Street
Pizza Express
180 m
61-95 Oxford Street Unit B
Bouzouki By Night
340 m
88 Princess Street
Middle Kingdom
330 m
86 Princess Street
O' Shea's Irish Bar
280 m
80 Princess Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
70%
liked the hotel and would stay again
7.0/10
Very good
Rooms
7.8
Location
8.1
Service
6.9
Dining
6.1
Guest reviews
7.0/10
based on 18 reviews
4/5 based on 1929 reviews
8.9
8.9/10based on 5064 reviews
#43 of 139 hotels in Manchester based on Tripadvisor
Nicholas
United Kingdom, April  2024
7.4/10

The hotel is situated right in the hub of everything, directly opposite Oxford Road station, making it incredibly convenient for exploring the city. The rooms were freshly renewed and boasted a huge bathroom with good facilities, albeit with some old water damaged stained wallpaper. The service varied from a warm welcome from the doorman and helpful concierge to some managerial incompetence. The dining experience, included in our rate, leaned towards meat options and came up short with cold plates and the need to toast one's bread. Overall, the hotel offers a great location but falls short in certain service aspects.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were freshly renewed with a huge bathroom and good facilities, but had old water damaged stained wallpaper.
Service
7.0
The service ranged from a warm welcome from the doorman and helpful concierge to some managerial incompetence.
Location
9.0
The hotel is located right in the center of everything, directly opposite Oxford Road station, making it highly convenient for exploring the city.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience, inclusive in our rate, favored meat eaters but fell short with cold plates and limited breakfast options.
Facilities
7.0
Harry
United Kingdom, March  2024
7.4/10

I was pleased with the hotel's central location near the train station. The room was cozy, but the dining experience left something to be desired. The staff was friendly overall, but some areas needed improvement.

Rooms
8.0
The room was cozy and had lovely touches.
Service
7.0
The staff, from the doorman to the breakfast team, were friendly and helpful.
Location
9.0
The hotel is conveniently located near the train station and shopping district.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience lacked variety, but the quality was good.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offered standard facilities for a comfortable stay.
Bob
United States, February  2024
7.6/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the staff was very welcoming and helpful. However, the dining options were somewhat limited. The location was convenient, but it was a bit noisy near the train station. Overall, good value for the money.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable, providing all the modern conveniences.
Service
9.0
The staff, from the doorman to the concierge, were very caring and always eager to assist.
Location
7.0
The hotel is centrally located, making it easy to explore the vibrant city center.
Dining
6.0
The dining options were varied, but the service was inconsistent at times.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers a range of facilities to enhance the guest experience.
Curtis
United States, February  2024
7.2/10

I had a wonderful stay at the hotel with its character-filled rooms and a lovely comfy bed. While there was no fan or air conditioning, the bottle of Prosecco on ice added a nice touch. The service varied from the warm welcome by the doorman to the incompetence of some staff members. The central location, although vibrant, was a bit pricey but worth it, especially being close to the train station. The dining experience, offering great quality ingredients but serving some tinned food, had its ups and downs.

Rooms
8.0
The character-filled rooms with a lovely comfy bed were enjoyable, but the lack of fans or air conditioning was a downside.
Service
7.0
The service was a mix of warm welcomes and incompetence among different staff members.
Location
7.0
The hotel's central location near the train station was convenient, though a bit pricey considering the vibrant surroundings.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience offered great quality ingredients but had a few drawbacks like serving tinned food.
Facilities
7.0
Thomas
United States, January  2024
7.0/10

The hotel is located right in the heart of Manchester, making it super convenient for exploring the vibrant city center. The rooms have been recently renovated, offering a unique urban design with a spacious bathroom, although lack of fans or air conditioning can be a downside. The service provided varied from warm welcomes to some incompetence in different areas. Dining options were limited, especially for non-meat eaters, with some aspects like cold plates for serving. However, the location is unbeatable, just opposite the Oxford Road station, within walking distance of all attractions.

Rooms
8.0
I loved the freshly renewed rooms with a huge bathroom; they had a unique 'urban' bedroom character.
Service
6.0
The staff's service quality differed from a warm welcome to some incompetence in various departments; there were mixed experiences from the doorman to the concierge and F&B manager.
Location
9.0
The hotel is right in the center of everything, opposite the Oxford Road station, in the vibrant city center of Manchester.
Dining
5.0
The dining options were a bit limited, mainly catering to meat eaters, with some drawbacks like serving on cold plates.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers various amenities and services like room service, laundry, and shops but had some shortcomings in the dining experience.
James
United Kingdom, January  2024
8.2/10

The hotel offers a great city center location with comfortable rooms and friendly service. However, the dining experience could be improved with more variety. The facilities provide a pleasant stay overall.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms are comfortable with fantastic views of Manchester. The air conditioning ensures a pleasant stay.
Service
9.0
The staff is attentive and helpful, providing excellent service throughout my stay.
Location
9.0
The hotel is centrally located in the vibrant city center of Manchester, making it convenient for exploring the area.
Dining
7.0
The dining options are varied, catering mainly to meat eaters. However, some improvements could be made for a better overall experience.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers a range of facilities that add to the comfort of the stay.
James
United States, January  2024
5.6/10

My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms, although lacking character, were spacious with very large beds but did offer comfortable amenities like a heater and air conditioning. The service, while prompt at reception, could have been more attentive overall. The central location was convenient for exploring the city but also had some noise due to nearby events. The dining options, although with good quality ingredients, were limited to tinned food, which was a letdown. However, the price was reasonable for what was offered.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were spacious with very large beds and had basic amenities like a heater and air conditioning.
Service
5.0
The service at reception was prompt but could have been more attentive overall during my stay.
Location
6.0
The hotel's central location was convenient for exploring the city but experienced some noise from nearby events.
Dining
5.0
The dining options were limited to tinned food, which was disappointing despite the good quality ingredients.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel offered basic facilities suitable for a short stay.
Thomas
United Kingdom, January  2024
7.6/10

The hotel is wonderfully located right opposite Oxford Road station, making it convenient to get around the city. The rooms, although lacking a chair to sit on, have been freshly renewed with a huge bathroom and ample space, showcasing unique character. The staff, from the warm doorman to the helpful concierge, were friendly and accommodating. However, the service fell short with issues at checkout and management. The dining options were varied but mainly catered to meat eaters which could be limiting. The prime location near all attractions in the city center is a major plus, though the noise from the train line in the morning can be disruptive.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were freshly renewed with a huge bathroom, ample space, and character.
Service
6.0
The staff, including the doorman, concierge, and breakfast team, were friendly and helpful. However, there were some lapses in service with checkout and management.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location opposite Oxford Road station is incredibly convenient for exploring the city, although the noise from the nearby train line in the morning can be bothersome.
Dining
7.0
Facilities
The hotel offers a range of facilities to enhance your stay.
Jean
United Kingdom, January  2024
6.2/10

I was thrilled with the newly renewed rooms featuring a huge bathroom and good sound-proofing on the windows. However, I was disappointed by the lack of a chair to sit down on and the absence of central heating or hot water.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were freshly renewed with a huge bathroom and good sound-proofing on the windows.
Service
6.0
I had a mix of experiences with the service, ranging from a very friendly and helpful member of staff to poor service during check-out.
Location
7.0
The hotel's location opposite Oxford Road station was incredibly convenient, but being right next to the train line brought some loudness that disturbed my sleep.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was average; the breakfast mainly catered to meat eaters, and the poached eggs were offered without the toast.
Facilities
6.0
Although the facilities were decent, the absence of certain basic amenities like a chair in the room affected the overall experience.
John
United Kingdom, October  2023
7.0/10

I had a great stay at the hotel, enjoying the spacious rooms with large beds and high-quality furnishings. The service was lacking, especially during check-out. The location was convenient, but the noisy pub nearby was a downside. The dining experience offered various options, although some improvements could be made. The facilities were adequate but nothing extraordinary.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were spacious with very large beds, high-quality furnishings, and air conditioning. The frosted glass windows provided privacy.
Service
6.0
The service was inconsistent, with some staff being incompetent. However, the porters, reception, and F&B manager were attentive.
Location
7.0
The hotel is centrally located, making it convenient to explore the city, but the noise from a nearby pub disturbed my stay.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were varied, but there were small issues like having to make my own toast with poached eggs.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel facilities were standard, offering the basics without any standout features.
Harold
United Kingdom, October  2023
6.8/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel. The room was cozy, and the bathroom was exceptional. The service was a mixed bag, with some staff being incompetent while others were incredibly welcoming and helpful. The location is vibrant but noisy due to the train line nearby. The dining experience had its ups and downs, with great ingredients but some issues. Overall, a decent place to stay with some room for improvement.

Rooms
8.0
My room in the attic space was not the most picturesque, but the bathroom with the free-standing roll top bathtub was luxurious. The high-quality furnishings and fittings added a touch of elegance.
Service
7.0
The service varied from incompetent interactions to warm welcomes and helpful assistance, especially from the concierge. The inconsistencies were noticeable but didn't ruin the overall experience.
Location
6.0
The hotel is in the center of a vibrant city, directly next to a train line. It's convenient for travelers but can get loud due to the train noise. The proximity to the train station is definitely a plus.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience had its highlights with great quality ingredients but some shortcomings like serving meals on cold plates and lacking options for non-meat eaters. It was decent but could use some improvements.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers all the necessary facilities, but nothing extraordinary stood out. It serves its purpose adequately.
Robert
United States, October  2023
7.8/10

I had a fantastic stay at the hotel. The rooms were comfortable and welcoming, and the service was top-notch. The location was perfect for exploring the vibrant city center. However, the dining options were not as plentiful as I would have liked. The facilities were modern and well-maintained, offering a great value for the price.

Rooms
8.0
The attic rooms were cozy with comfortable beds and a lovely bath included. Breakfast for two was a delightful touch.
Service
7.0
The staff at the reception desk and concierge were incredibly helpful and attentive, making sure our stay was enjoyable. However, there were occasional lapses in service quality.
Location
9.0
The hotel's central location in the city center made it convenient to explore the lively surroundings and easily access transportation options.
Dining
7.0
While the dining options were not included, the restaurant offered great quality ingredients and homemade cakes, providing a satisfying dining experience.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel facilities were impressive, offering a range of services like room service, laundry, and shops, enhancing the overall guest experience.
Sue
United Kingdom, September  2023
7.8/10

The hotel is conveniently located in the city center, opposite Oxford Road station, offering good space in the rooms and a selection of added goodies. The carpet in the bathroom was a bit grubby but overall a comfortable stay with friendly staff. The price was reasonable for the value provided.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms offered good space and nice added goodies, though the carpet in the bathroom was a bit grubby.
Service
7.0
The staff, from the warm doorman to the helpful concierge and breakfast team, were friendly and accommodating. However, there were occasional lapses in service quality from some staff members.
Location
9.0
The prime location opposite Oxford Road station makes it incredibly convenient for exploring the city.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were varied but some dishes were served on cold plates, affecting the overall experience.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offered a range of facilities to make the stay comfortable and convenient.
Claire
United States, July  2023
7.8/10

The hotel was ideally located near the vibrant city center and the Arndale Centre, offering everything I needed. The rooms were spacious, with a delightful extra decoration touch and a luxurious bathroom featuring a free-standing roll-top bathtub. The service provided by the concierge and breakfast staff was exceptionally friendly and helpful, although there were occasional service lapses, highlighted by the need to speak to the duty manager. The dining experience was pleasant, with only a slight disappointment in the range of breakfast options. The facilities were satisfactory, catering well to guests' needs.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were beautifully spacious with extra decoration and a luxurious bathroom with a free-standing roll-top bathtub.
Service
7.0
I received a warm welcome from the doorman and the concierge was incredibly helpful. The staff members were very friendly, but there were minor service hiccups that required attention.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location near the Arndale Centre offered a vibrant city atmosphere with access to everything one could want.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was enjoyable overall, although there was room for improvement in the breakfast options offered.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities at the hotel were sufficient for my needs and provided a comfortable stay.
Nathaniel
United Kingdom, June  2023
7.0/10

The hotel is conveniently located right in the city center and next to the train line, making it convenient for exploring all districts. The rooms, although lacking windows, provided water and fresh milk, giving a cozy feeling, but some might find it a bit claustrophobic. The service was efficient, with a warm welcome from the doorman and helpful concierge. However, the lack of follow-up at check-out was disappointing. The dining options mainly catered to meat eaters and served tinned food on cold plates, affecting the overall dining experience. The hotel facilities were adequate but lacked standout amenities.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms felt cozy but a bit claustrophobic without windows. Water and fresh milk were provided.
Service
8.0
The service was efficient, with a warm welcome and helpful concierge. However, there was a lack of follow-up during check-out.
Location
9.0
The hotel's central location next to the train line provided easy access to all districts and was convenient for exploring the city.
Dining
5.0
Dining options mainly suited meat eaters, with tinned food served on cold plates, impacting the overall dining experience.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel facilities were adequate but lacked standout amenities.
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