INNSiDE Liverpool

WHERE AND WHY: The former Echo and Daily Post newspaper building is where you’ll find Liverpool’s newest hotel, in the heart of the city, a few minutes’ walk from the famous waterfront, while the Cavern Club, iconic haunt of The Beatles, is a 10-minute stroll away. Melia Hotels’ lifestyle brand delivers an abundance of style and up-to-the-minute design. The flower shop in the lobby is a lovely touch, complete with neon-signed selfie wall.

Its 207 rooms offering either river or city views, or both, are a mix of understated modern design with quirky touches – we loved the yoga mat, retro telephone and cosy bathrobes.

Luxurious king-size beds ensured the perfect night’s sleep and our Studio room’s espresso machine helped us to kickstart the day.

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INNSiDE has joined forces with celebrity chef Gino D’Acampo, so expect an extensive menu of mouthwatering Italian dishes in Gino D’Acampo Old Hall Street. Splash out on linguine with lobster served in the shell and packed with punchy flavours (£27.25), or opt for one of the reasonably priced pizzas, pastas, salads and steaks.

Beautifully designed with clever acoustics, the restaurant has an intimate feel, even when full. It would be easy to linger all night... but head up to the 18th floor to check out the rooftop SkyBar for its spectacular 360-degree views across the city and the Mersey, over a cocktail at sundown.

WHILE YOU’RE THERE: The Pier Head with the majestic Three Graces, and Royal Albert Dock, home to Tate Liverpool, are a short walk away, or there’s Liverpool One shopping centre for some retail therapy.

Get your bearings and hop on an open-top bus for a tour of the lively city, taking in all the Fab Four’s hotspots, with plenty of laughs along the way.

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Rooms start at £67 per night. melia.com/en