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Velvet HotelvsManchester Piccadilly Hotel
Both hotels are rated highly by writers. Overall, Velvet Hotel ranks significantly better than Macdonald Manchester Hotel & Spa. Velvet Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 81 with approval from 5 publications such as Lonely Planet, DK Eyewitness and Oyster.
Velvet Hotel
DK Eyewitness
Oyster
The Telegraph
Time Out
Lonely Planet
Independent
Michelin Guide
2 Canal Street, Manchester M1 3HE
From $67/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Dry Cleaning
DK Eyewitness "In the heart of Manchester, Velvet is a sumptuous choice with ample wow factor and flair."
OysterUpscale
"The interiors of Velvet are unabashedly plush, and both the lobby and lounge bar are impressive examples of maximalist design." Full review
The Telegraph7.0
"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." Full review
Time Out "This new boutique hotel offers 19 unique rooms, including a penthouse suite and three 'King Balcony Rooms', which overlook the throngs on Canal Street." Full review
Lonely Planet "Nineteen beautiful bespoke rooms, each oozing style: there's the sleigh bed in Room 24, the double bath of Room 34, and the saucy framed photographs of a stripped-down David Beckham." Full review
Independent "On Manchester’s energetic Canal Street – surrounded by bars, clubs and restaurants – this flamboyant boutique hotel has 36 individually styled bedrooms"
Michelin Guide "The look is bohemian, industrial, Edwardian, and yes, more than a little bit velvety, all at the same time." Full review
Manchester Piccadilly Hotel Oyster The Telegraph The Telegraph
91 London Road, Piccadilly, Manchester M1 2PG
From $66/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
OysterUpper-middle-range
"Under its impressively sweeping modern frontage, the upper-middle-range Macdonald Manchester is a pretty traditional, even conventional, hotel." Full review
The Telegraph7.0
"This fairly upmarket hotel is on the edge of the centre but well located for Manchester’s main train station and largest university campus. Though lacking a pool, its spa is a cosy urban retreat. " Full review
The Telegraph7.0
"Well located for Manchester’s main train station and largest university campus...its spa is a cosy urban retreat. Many of the rooms, which are spacious and welcoming, have great views." Full review
