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Velvet HotelvsThe Edwardian Manchester, A Radisson Collection Hotel
Velvet Hotel and Radisson Blu Edwardian Manchester are both rated very highly by professionals. Overall, Radisson Blu Edwardian Manchester is the choice of most professionals compared to Velvet Hotel. Radisson Blu Edwardian Manchester is ranked #3 in Manchester with accolades from 7 sources including Lonely Planet, Star Service and Rough Guide.
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
The Edwardian Manchester, A Radisson Collection Hotel
Rough Guide Michelin Guide
Star Service Oyster Time Out The Telegraph
Fodor's Lonely Planet Independent
Peter Street, Manchester M2 5GP
From $163/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide "Inside, this five-star luxury hotel has a sleek modern interior full of natural light, tasteful rooms, and all the extras you’d expect – spa, gym and the trendy Opus One bar."
Michelin Guide "14 floor hotel which cleverly incorporates the facade of the former Free Trade Hall. Contemporary bedrooms, some with an outdoor seating area."
Star Service "The breakfast buffet alone is colorful and plentiful, which makes the rates that include it especially valuable." Full review
OysterLuxury
"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." Full review
Time Out "A luxurious, unpretentious contemporary hotel in the city centre. Service is second to none." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"Leisure guests enjoy the spa and afternoon tea at the weekend while business guests make the most of the central location, just around the corner from Manchester Central Convention Centre." Full review
Fodor's "In the heart of the city, this upmarket option invites you to unwind with its lovely spa and its decadent afternoon teas." Full review
Lonely Planet "Gladstone, Dickens and Fitzgerald...just some of the names associated with the historic Free Trade Hall, now a sumptuous five-star hotel, all minimalist Zen and luxury." Full review
Independent "Bedrooms are in a modern building attached to the hall, have neutral colour schemes, and some come with great views of the city skyline. The basement spa also has a swimming pool."
