MANCHESTER’S energy is impossible to miss, it’s a city that always feels in motion, and as I step off the train at Piccadilly Station, I was eager to dive in. Within a minute of leaving the station, I was standing at the doors of the Manchester Marriott Hotel Piccadilly — a perfect start to what proved to be an effortlessly enjoyable stay.
Recently refurbished, the hotel makes quite an impression even before stepping inside, thanks to its striking curved glass façade. Inside, the look is contemporary yet warm, with earthy tones and subtle nods to Manchester’s industrial and musical heritage woven throughout.
Great Room lounge
Deluxe Double Double Room
Living area in room
Winding down took no effort at all in one of the largest rooms I’ve encountered in a city-centre hotel. Spacious, blissfully quiet thanks to triple-glazed windows, and thoughtfully designed with a supremely comfortable bed and a sleek ensuite bathroom. It felt like a welcome retreat from the energy of the city outside.
I took advantage of the hotel’s well-equipped gym, which goes far beyond the usual hotel fitness room with its Matrix machines and generous space. Another highlight of the hotel is the new Afternoon Tea & Spa package. Starting with a blissful 50-minute Elemis treatment in the Elemis Spa’s calming surroundings, featuring six treatment rooms and a thermal suite. Afterwards, guests can enjoy delicate sandwiches, pastries, and a glass of Prosecco.
Hotel Restaurant
Manchester Marriott Hotel Piccadilly also offers bistro-style restaurant, led by Head Chef Tom Gardner, the menu promises dishes crafted from fresh, locally sourced ingredients. The adjacent bar also looked inviting, with a creative cocktail list and a relaxed atmosphere that would suit anything from a casual drink to a more celebratory evening.
Thermal Suite at The Spa
Whether visiting for business or leisure, the Manchester Marriott Hotel Piccadilly combines an unbeatable location with spacious accommodation and touches of luxury. It’s a property that makes exploring Manchester both easy and indulgent, an address well worth remembering.
by Vivian Hui
Prices start from £129 per night
More information here: http://www.marriott.com/manmp
Manchester Marriott Hotel Piccadilly, 91 London Road, Manchester M1 2PG United Kingdom