Manchester

Come for the fun, but stay for the excellent and unpretentious service. — The Telegraph

You'd be hard pressed to find a hotel building that has borne witness to a more impressive catalog of iconic 20th-century moments, from Churchill speeches to groundbreaking musical performances. — Oyster

Simultaneously cozy and edgy, this 30-room property is a clever conversion of an old redbrick schoolhouse. — Condé Nast Traveler

A favourite with visiting bands and celebs, the Mal is a first choice for those who like to think of themselves as possessors of style. — Time Out

Although the stylishly modern serviced apartments in this old cotton warehouse are all about self-contained autonomy, the lobby and corridors have the jazzed-up feel of a boutique hotel. — Fodor's

First opened in 1903, the historic Midland’s claims to fame include being where Rolls met Royce and where Becks wooed Posh. — The Telegraph

A special boutique hotel, combining the grandeur of the public areas with the modern look of the bedrooms. — Lonely Planet

Bedrooms and suites are decorated in a quietly quirky, modern style; suites come with extras such as Nespresso machines and Bose sound systems. — Time Out

This Manchester five-star enjoys a central location in a grand, Art Deco building designed by Edwin Lutyens that was formerly a branch of the Midland Bank. — The Telegraph

Set amidst the bars, clubs and restaurants of Manchester's Gay Village district, Velvet is ideal for party-goers looking to soak up the local colour. — The Telegraph

Located in the center of the city directly across from Piccadilly train station, making this a convenient place to stay for tourists and business travelers. — Oyster

On the banks of the Irwell, right next to Spinningfields and not far from the Opera House and the Palace Theatre, this four star hotel is great for those seeking a little culture. — Time Out

It's well known locally that this award-winning gastropub (see Ox gastropub review) is the place for Coronation Street star-watching. — Time Out

This property offers modern style and a solid bank of amenities. — Star Service

In a city with so many chain hotels, the arrival of this well-priced boutique hotel and bar in the funky Northern Quarter came as a relief. — Fodor's

Four-star with more than 100 neat, modern rooms – five of them with themes relating to part-owner Cliff Richard – in a listed building opposite the Manchester Art Gallery. — Rough Guide

Cream-washed Victorian villa - now a boutique townhouse; original features include an impressive stained glass window. — Michelin Guide

With three successful hotels already in the city, the Eclectic Hotels group knows what it’s doing. — The Telegraph

Situated midway between Deansgate and Oxford Road stations, Innside is a shiny new hotel in a revamped area, with big modern rooms and suites. — Time Out