SIX OF THE BEST... BOUTIQUE HOTELS IN MANCHESTER

HOTEL GOTHAM

The Gotham theme might seem a bit contrived at times, but it brings the 1920s opulence and glamour to this five-star hotel on the top six floors of a former bank designed by Edwin Lutyens. Its 60 rooms are unashamedly decadent, with faux-fur throws, luxurious leather and bold brass.

HOTEL BROOKLYN

(opening February 2020)

Bespoke Hotels is promising to pay homage to the ‘Golden Age of New York City' when it opens its second Manchester hotel next year as a sister to Hotel Gotham. The 189-room Hotel Brooklyn will be just as theatrical, especially its panoramic rooftop bar.

Words by Bev Fearis

MALMAISON MANCHESTER

It's over 20 years since it opened but thanks to a few nips and tucks the Malmaison still holds its own against newer arrivals. In a six-storey building by Piccadilly Station, it has a buzzy brasserie and 167 stylish rooms and 13 suites with super comfy beds.