Boutique Hotels Manchester

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Looking to explore the city from a stylish hotel with a bit of a difference? We’ve put together a list of some of the best boutique hotels Manchester has to offer.

Our top picks

Velvet Hotel

Velvet Hotel, 2 Canal St, Manchester, M1 3HE - Visit now

A four star independent 4* hotel with a bar and restaurant. Situated on Canal Street in the heart of the city’s famous Gay Village, the balcony and penthouse rooms are stunning.

Velvet Hotel
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Malmaison Manchester

Malmaison Manchester, 1-3 Piccadilly, Manchester, M1 3AQ - Visit now

Malmaison Manchester has stylish rooms and an excellent bar, all situated conveniently on the doorstep of Piccadilly train station. Rooms start from as little as £90, if you’re looking for a boutique experience on a budget, look no further.

Malmaison Manchester
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ABode Manchester

ABode Manchester, 107 Piccadilly, Manchester, M1 2DB - Visit now

ABode Manchester is a boutique hotel in Manchester with a range of rooms and suites available. It has its own restaurant and plays host to live events. All conveniently situated just a couple of minutes from Piccadilly Station.

ABode Manchester
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Abel Heywood

Abel Heywood, 38 Turner Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M4 1DZ - Visit now

Named after Manchester’s one time publisher, radical and mayor Abel Heywood, this Hynes-owned pub and hotel is somewhat more conventionally polished than its namesake.

Image of Abel Heywood in Manchester's Northern Quarter
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Great John Street Hotel

Great John Street Hotel, Great John Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M33 4FD - Visit now

A converted Victorian school house nestled on the edge of Spinningfields, the Great John Street Hotel has a relaxed and decadent atmosphere.

Great John Street Hotel in Spinningfields in Manchester.

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Moxy Manchester City is a stylish 146-bedroom hotel in Spinningfields, with an attractive living room lobby and modern, well-stocked bar.

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Dakota is a luxury hotel near to Piccadilly Station, featuring the largest suite in Manchester, a Champagne Room and Cigar Garden.

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