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Velvet HotelvsRoomzzz Aparthotel Manchester City
Both hotels are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Roomzzz Manchester City scores slightly higher than Velvet Hotel. Roomzzz Manchester City comes in at #6 in Manchester with endorsements from 5 sources including The Telegraph, Time Out and Lonely Planet.
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
Roomzzz Aparthotel Manchester City Time Out Oyster
Fodor's The Telegraph Independent Lonely Planet
36 Princess Street, Manchester M1 4JY
From $72/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Kitchenette
- Dry Cleaning
Time Out "Roomzzz Aparthotel offers 48 luxury apartments in a Grade II-listed building. There's also a 24-hour concierge, free Wi-Fi and complimentary 'grab and go' breakfast." Full review
OysterUpscale
"There are certainly advantages to choosing an apartment over a standard hotel room, and Roomzzz Aparthotel makes the idea even more appealing." Full review
Fodor's "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." Full review
The Telegraph7.0
"With its quirky and luxurious touches, a hip crowd...enjoy the boutique feel of this aparthotel, which enjoys a good location close to Chinatown and the Manchester Art Gallery." Full review
Independent "This popular aparthotel, in a Grade-II listed building, is just over the road from Chinatown and a short walk from Canal Street. Each room is unique and have quirky touches"
Lonely Planet "The inelegant name belies the designer digs inside this beautifully restored Grade II building, which features serviced apartments... Highly recommended if you're planning a longer stay." Full review
