The Lowry Hotel Manchester
8.9/10 (Based on 2917 reviews )
50 Dearmans Place, Chapel Wharf, Salford, Manchester, M3 5LH, United Kingdom
The Lowry Hotel Manchester is a five‑star riverside hotel at Chapel Wharf beside the River Irwell, close to Manchester city centre. Facilities include an on‑site restaurant and bar, a spa with treatment rooms and sauna, a fitness centre and meeting/event spaces. The property offers secure on‑site parking for an additional charge and provides electric vehicle charging on site; public charging registries report two Type 2 chargers (around 13 kW). Rooms feature contemporary furnishings and standard guest amenities. EV drivers should note that charging and parking are subject to availability and fees, so it is advisable to confirm arrangements with the hotel before arrival.
Detailed Ratings
ComparePositive reviews
- Friendly staff. Sandra on room service was a lovely genuine lady. Good Location.
- A great modern clean Hotel with lovely staff Paul the waiter was in every way exceptional he just could not do it enough to ensure that we were well looked after and enjoy your stay
- Outstanding bed, lovely large room and nice bathroom. Brilliant, friendly staff. Perfect location for my business needs.
- staff were very friendly. breakfast was excellent. fantastic location, very central with all attractions in the city centre easily accessible.
- room was very spacious & the bed huge & very comfortable. Bathroom large, bright & with a large shower (would have liked the choice of bath and/or shower) & great magnifying mirror. breakfast all you could ask for and some. Great central location, very easy walk to many places. Bar excellent (especially the very polite & attentive staff) – would like to have been here in warmer weather to take advantage of the outside terrace!
Negative reviews
- As we bring our dog with us and you welcome them in, it’s a shame there’s no where we can have a drink or meal with them. So we don’t get to use any other part of the hotel! Expect on the terrace in the summer..
- Breakfast was very expensive. As a business traveller, I was expecting a desk/workspace, but there was none.
- No chair near a mirror or small table to do hair & make up in good lighting.
- No hot water – this was an issue with the whole hotel. My husband checked in first and had a hot shower, but when I later tried to have a shower that evening, the water was lukewarm. Still the same in the morning, so I had reported it to reception the next morning. They informed me maintenance was looking into the issue as high priority. We only stayed for one night so it wasn’t a major issue for me but it could have been. I also think the overnight car park fee is quite expensive (£32) but this was waivered due to no access to hot water.
- Parking charge is high.
CitySuites 2 Aparthotel
8.8/10 (Based on 5566 reviews )
New Kings Head Yard, Manchester City Centre, M3 7GF, Salford, Manchester, M3 7GF, United Kingdom
CitySuites 2 Aparthotel (CitySuites II) is a serviced aparthotel at 1 New Kings Head Yard, Manchester City Centre. The property offers serviced apartments with fully fitted kitchens, high‑speed Wi‑Fi and Sky TV, plus on‑site leisure including a gym, an indoor pool with hot tub and a steam room. Dining options include an on‑site restaurant and bar; 24‑hour reception and concierge services are available. Guest parking is provided via an adjacent multi‑storey public car park; that car park also offers a substantial number of public EV charging points (around 40) on a pay‑to‑use basis—guests should check current availability and payment terms before arrival.
Detailed Ratings
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- The room felt modern, spacious and clean. The air-con worked well and the curtains made the room very dark. The location is good – opposite a Sainsburys and walkable to Victoria, the Arndale centre and trams to get around. The pool, jacuzzi and steam room were a great addition and we had a lovely time using them.
- The hotel concept was great. Loved the suites and pool access for the money. Also located central which was fab
- The hotel was beautiful and so clean. All the appiences in the room were excelent quality and worked really well. All the staff were really friendly and couldn't do enough for us. Breakfast was the best i've ever had in a hotel.
- Very comfortable and well equipped apartment. Lovely pool area. Great location
- The suite was spacious, nicely decorated, and the kitchenette was very convenient. The bathroom was very roomy with excellent storage, a spacious shower stall, and excellent towel drying unit. The chaise sofa was comfortable and the table was useful for remote work (for one person). A second person would not be able to share the small table. If 2 guests were working remotely, you might consider taking the one bedroom suite because it has a larger table that 2 could share. The hotel was quiet (we were on the 13th floor) and the elevators were spacious and quick. The breakfast was excellent–lots of choices, well prepared, and brought hot and fresh to the table. We appreciated that this was not just a breakfast buffet that many other hotels rely on. The location was excellent and felt safe. You will be close to awesome shopping on the high street and in the shopping mall with several high end department stores nearby. You will be spoiled for choice for restaurants, bars, and clubs–so much to do during the day and night. The parking garage across the street from the hotel is large, safe, and clean.
Negative reviews
- On my check out the receptionist on duty was chewing gum which I find very disrespectful!
- We would have liked some more equipment in the kitchen – there were only two very small saucepans, which was strange as they provide a 4-ring hob. A frying pan would have been very useful, and a bigger saucepan. Also, the bed was a little hard for us, but that is just personal preference and we still slept well!
- To be picky, there was a reception member on the Sunday morning not as accommodating as the other staff. Also in the pool changing rooms the locks on shower facilities were broke and they had t been cleaned. There was also sum around the outside of the jacuzzi in the swimming pool which could be cleaned.
- We didn't like the fact that the swimming pool area is unisex. I feel that's unsafe for females and children that use it.
- Kids being allowed in the pool area. Lots of screaming kids not being respectful. Bed and pillows not very comfy
The Midland
8.7/10 (Based on 12449 reviews )
16 Peter St, Manchester, M60 2DS, United Kingdom
The Midland is a historic city-centre hotel at 16 Peter Street, Manchester, offering a range of rooms and suites with air conditioning and in-room Nespresso machines. On-site facilities include the Rena Spa with hydrotherapy pool, a fitness centre with sauna and thermal areas, and several dining venues including a fine‑dining restaurant and a tearoom. The hotel does not provide on-site parking or EV charging; it offers discounted parking arrangements at nearby NCP car parks (charges apply) and public electric vehicle chargers are available in the vicinity. The property sits opposite Manchester Central and is within walking distance of Oxford Road and Piccadilly stations.
Detailed Ratings
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- Everything about it
- Great location, friendly staff
- Close to transport links and shopping/food. Clean, friendly staff, easy check in.
- The History and Building Great Gym with Primal Equipment
- Breakfast waiting staff are the best
Negative reviews
- Can’t think of anything
- Hairdryer stopped working and the iron in the room leaked making clothes wet to wear.
- The Trams Rambling down the street albeit im a light sleeper
- The toilet flushing handle was wonky and in the wrong place for a wheelchair user to reach.
- Bar prices top end.
DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Piccadilly
8.7/10 (Based on 2304 reviews )
One Piccadilly Place, Manchester, M1 3DG, United Kingdom
DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Piccadilly is a city-centre hotel located at One Piccadilly Place, a short walk from Manchester Piccadilly station and central shopping and cultural attractions. The property is a full-service hotel offering an on-site restaurant with seasonal terrace seating, meeting rooms, a fitness centre and standard guest services such as free Wi‑Fi and digital check‑in. Parking is available on-site for a daily fee; the hotel lists on‑site electric vehicle charging but capacity may be limited. Additional public charging points are within walking distance at nearby multi-storey car parks. Rooms are non-smoking and the hotel provides concierge services and event facilities.
Detailed Ratings
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- Great location, very close to shops/restaurants, piccadilly trainstation and tram stop. The room was very comfortable and clean. The breakfast was delicious and lots of choices. Perfect trip for our Manchester United match.
- Location, welcome from staff (love the cookie!). Size and cleanliness of room. Bar with large screens for sports.
- Excellent stay. Lovely staff, so helpful and the cookie we got on arrival was so yummy. Will deffo stay again
- Everything good
- Very spaceious and very clean all staff very welcoming
Negative reviews
- Check in time could be earlier.
- The bar was a ‘craft bar’ but didn’t sell IPA!
- Did not get any loyalty points because i booked with Booking.com would have neede to book directly to earn points. Restaurant had a better choice of food compareed with Bar, but you could not eat restaurant food in bar. This make no sense to me. Found it annoying.
- Limited kids option in the restaurant
- Rooms need better lighting
Delta Hotels by Marriott Worsley Park Country Club
8.6/10 (Based on 2178 reviews )
Worsley Park, Worsley, M28 2QT, United Kingdom
Delta Hotels by Marriott Worsley Park Country Club is a country‑club style hotel on extensive landscaped grounds on the edge of Manchester. The property combines an 18‑hole PGA‑standard golf course with a leisure club offering a 20‑metre indoor pool, fitness facilities and a spa. Dining includes multiple on‑site outlets and a restaurant with an AA Rosette. The hotel provides on‑site parking for guests and reports the installation of electric vehicle charging stations in the hotel car park; public charger listings also show at least one on‑site charge point with Type‑2 connectors. Event spaces and a nature trail add to its peripheral, semi‑rural location close to local attractions.
Detailed Ratings
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- Friendly helpful staff. Beautiful hotel inside and out. Delicious food
- Staff was very accommodating and friendly. Very well looked after hotel
- Staff on reception were helpful and welcoming on arrival. Our room was spacious and well equipped with a large screen tv and plenty of choice in tea, coffee and hot chocolate. The room was serviced every day with friendly house keeping staff.The bathroom was a bit dated, but clean and plenty of hot water. We were on the second floor and the view looked out onto green space. We had breakfast included in the price which was buffet style and we enjoyed the choice and quality of the produce. We hadn't booked dinner on the Saturday night prior to arrival and found that the Iron Grill was fully booked, however we ate in the bar and were not disappointed.
- Great facilities, pleasent staff.
- Nice location and family friendly. Enjoyed the pool facility with family…
Negative reviews
- Bathroom could do with modernising, but not really a problem. The music at breakfast was intrusive and inescapable as it was piped all over the dining room. Perhaps more considered thought needed to choice of music, volume and varied age range of guests.
- The area we were seated in, for food in the evening was pretty cold
- That there were some long brown strands of hair on the floor in the bathroom, so cleaning was not checked properly.
- Pillows were too soft, found it difficult to get comfortable and to sleep.
- Expensive, even staying on a Sunday evening like i did.
CitySuites Aparthotel
8.5/10 (Based on 6121 reviews )
16 Chapel Street, Salford, Manchester, M3 7NH, United Kingdom
CitySuites Aparthotel is a city-centre aparthotel at 16 Chapel Street offering serviced apartments with kitchenettes and 24-hour reception. Facilities include an on-site restaurant and café, complimentary fast Wi‑Fi and a leisure area with an indoor pool, hot tub and 24‑hour gym for residents. The property does not have private on-site parking; instead guests are offered validated, discounted use of the adjacent multi-storey public car park. That car park includes a substantial number of public EV charging points (around 41 22 kW chargers) operated on a pay-as-you-go basis; access and ticket validation are arranged through reception.
Detailed Ratings
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- Fab location and facilities. Staff were so friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend!
- Location, cleanliness, staff, restaurant, facilities
- Pool and the apartments were fantastic. Breakfast was delicious every morning.
- Very good location, quite central.
- Modern, clean and good location
Negative reviews
- It’s expensive in my view for 1 night. But I think it was worth the cost as it was such a good experiment and was a treat!
- Queues for breakfast, dining chairs not comfy but nowhere else to sit as sofa bed was pre-made on arrival.
- Breakfast was shocking, we waited so long for our food and even longer for a drink. I asked for a drink and I was told I had to wait like everyone else. No one was eating or had a drink in the resterant I had to get up and demand a drink. The waitress was very rude. Its not a 5 star hotle…its just a 4. I did expect more sadly.
- Changed the TVs. Removed Sky and on demand apps
- The breakfast service was quite slow, it took a relatively long time. We are informed that we can order multiple drinks i.e. limitless on the drinks. In reality, it took long time for delivering our first drinks; we placed an order for our second drinks (two English teas, a glass of juice and a glass of milk) when having our breakfast. We finished having our breakfast and they collected the dirty dishes and cutlery promptly; after a very short time, the lead waiter asked us to leave the table, we were happy to help getting other standing customers to come in. After informing the lead waiter we are still waiting for our drinks that we ordered so he directed us to sit at a tea table near the terrace and he will make sure the drinks are coming. No second drinks appeared despite informing staff on several occasions that we are still waiting. After 45 minutes of waiting to no avail for the uncomplicated second drinks, we have to leave and check out. In summary, – The property is good and in an excellent location. – Parking is expensive. – Breakfast service is very slow. The claim of limitless drinks is a myth, no one needs to wait for more than 45 minutes for a two English teas, a glass of juice and a glass of milk. Advice, – Excellent location so it is worthwhile to book if you aim is to be near the city centre. – I wouldn't add breakfast as it is too expensive, slow service and for this price, we could have much better breakfast in Manchester City Centre.
AC Hotel by Marriott Manchester Salford Quays
8.4/10 (Based on 3004 reviews )
17-19 Trafford Road, Salford Quays, Salford, Manchester, M5 3AW, United Kingdom
AC Hotel by Marriott Manchester Salford Quays is a contemporary mid-scale hotel on the waterside at Salford Quays, close to MediaCity, The Lowry and Old Trafford. The property offers modern, streamlined rooms, a bar and restaurant (AC Bar & Kitchen), meeting facilities and a 24-hour fitness centre. On-site parking is available but limited and chargeable; guests should expect a first-come, first-served arrangement. The hotel also features publicly accessible EV charging points operated by a commercial network, with a mix of AC and rapid connectors; charging is pay-to-use. Free Wi‑Fi and 24-hour reception support both leisure and business stays.
Detailed Ratings
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- Location
- Very clean. Bedrooms were very nice. Food and service excellent
- Location and staff
- Lovely breakfast and very friendly staff, overall and fab stay!
- It’s a good hotel to stay. Clean and central location.
Negative reviews
- Nothing
- Breakfast was ok just
- Breakfast was awful
- £50 card deposit. Understandable deposit but having to wait days to receive the deposit back
- We asked for a quiet room but our room overlooked Trafford Road which was very busy and noisy throughout the night.
DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Airport
8.2/10 (Based on 3569 reviews )
Outwood Lane, Hale, M90 4WP, United Kingdom
DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Airport is an airport-side, full-service hotel on Outwood Lane adjacent to Manchester Airport. The property features an on-site restaurant and bar, 24-hour front desk, a fitness centre, meeting and business facilities, and complimentary Wi‑Fi. Self-parking is available on the property and the hotel lists on‑site EV charging; third-party charging records report several AC chargers (reported as five 11 kW units) in the hotel car park, typically pay-to-use. Terminals and the airport train station are within a short walk or a brief shuttle ride.
Detailed Ratings
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- Very convenient location.
- Clean and Quiet.
- Breakfast was really good.
- Staff very helpful and professional
- Shuttle service available for a small fee
Negative reviews
- A modern walk in shower would be nicer than the shower over the bath . ¹
- There was no bottled water in the room.
- 3.60 for the shuttle bus.
- The room was way too hot and i couldnt turn down the temperature
- Long wait for food once ordered in the restaurant.
Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
8.1/10 (Based on 12642 reviews )
Outwood Lane, Near Manchester Airport, Hale, M90 4HL, United Kingdom
Clayton Hotel Manchester Airport is a 4-star airport hotel on Outwood Lane close to Manchester Airport, within walking distance of the terminals and adjacent to the airport train and tram station. The property provides on-site parking and a range of practical facilities including a restaurant and bar, a gym, multiple meeting rooms and 24-hour reception. Parking is managed on-site with overnight and short-stay options and park-and-fly packages for longer stays. Electric-vehicle drivers can access five 11 kW Type 2 charge points located at the front of the hotel; chargers are pay-per-use, limited to four-hour sessions and operate on a first-come, first-served basis. Shuttle transfers to the terminals run 24/7.
Detailed Ratings
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- Bed
- Location good did not have breakfast but had evening meal very good.
- Friendly welcome, lovely clean spacious room and lovely food
- The breakfast was delicious.
- It was a short stopover ideally located close to tbe airport. Comfotable bed
Negative reviews
- The staff in the bar area were good but so scruffy and not smart which let's the hotel down. Its easy to train staff in how to look and how to use an iron.
- I needed more information on how to access the free transfers.
- The cost of the parking for 5 hours
- Could hear the aeroplanes which I didn’t expect. I know it’s close to the airport but I haven’t heard them in other hotels in similar areas.
- Only decaf coffee in the room
Last Drop Village Hotel & Spa
8/10 (Based on 2453 reviews )
Hospital Road, Bromley Cross, Bolton, BL7 9PZ, United Kingdom
Last Drop Village Hotel & Spa is a four‑star boutique hotel set in landscaped grounds on the outskirts of Bolton, in Bromley Cross. The property offers suites and guestrooms, multiple dining venues (pub, bar/lounge and a tea room), event and meeting spaces and an on‑site spa with thermal facilities. Free on‑site parking is provided and the hotel operates a set of electric vehicle charging points in its village car park; chargers are available to guests and visitors and use a mobile app for payment. The location is convenient for road and rail links into Bolton and Manchester while remaining in a semi‑rural, leafy setting.
Detailed Ratings
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- The spa is exceptional
- Quite
- I really liked the management staff all were very accommodating and really wanted to put the personal touch on our perfect stay. The manageress helped me with our luggage which I thought was really thoughtful and honestly they are a credit to the team. The main restaurant was fantastic and the maitre d (unfortunately I lost his name but hes Italian) was really good and attentive to our needs a pleasant experience considering we turned up late! (So sorry again)
- Room was very clean and comfortable. Reception staff and waiting staff were very professional.
- Last drop village is in a lovely quiet setting. The hotel itself fits in a lovely made village setting, complete with lovely shops, nice garden views and its own country style pub. The spa facilities and pool were lovely and a great added bonus to our stay. Staff were all very accomadating and really welcoming.
Negative reviews
- Look A bit dated
- Other guests were rowdy and it didn’t seem like the vibe it’s a lovely hotel but we had problems with noise arguing and fighting next door (although the hotel promptly sorted it out). There was also rude customers to the bar staff who got aggressive to them, I think on call security may have benefitted this. the spa requires a bit of updating and repairs (tiles missing in the infinity pool, steam room under maintenance,
- £5 charge for a robe at the spa when we've paid near £200 a night to stay seems ridiculous. Swimming pool was cold. In the room, the TV was wall mounted in a bizarre position making it difficult to watch comfortably.
- My only criticism is the leak we had from our shower. Every time we showered the water would leak through the silicon and cause a rather large puddle in the bathroom.
- The main pool was very cold which meant alot of people went into thermal area which resulted in overcrowding . The changing need updating, showers , lockers , communal areas .
Summary Table
| Position | Hotel | Rating | #Reviews | Stars | Staff | Cleanliness | Comfort | Location | Value for money | Facilities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Lowry Hotel Manchester | 8.9▲ | 2917 | 5▲ | 9.4▲ | 9.4▲ | 9.5▲ | 9.3 | 8.6 | 9.2▲ |
| 2 | CitySuites 2 Aparthotel | 8.8 | 5566 | 5▲ | 9.1 | 9.1 | 9.2 | 9.5 | 8.7▲ | 9.1 |
| 3 | The Midland | 8.7 | 12449 | 4▼ | 9.2 | 9.1 | 9.2 | 9.6▲ | 8.4 | 8.9 |
| 4 | DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Piccadilly | 8.7 | 2304 | 4▼ | 9.1 | 9.2 | 9.2 | 9.4 | 8.3 | 8.8 |
| 5 | Delta Hotels by Marriott Worsley Park Country Club | 8.6 | 2178▼ | 4▼ | 9.1 | 9.0 | 9.1 | 9.2 | 8.3 | 8.9 |
| 6 | CitySuites Aparthotel | 8.5 | 6121 | 5▲ | 8.7 | 8.9 | 8.9 | 9.4 | 8.3 | 8.8 |
| 7 | AC Hotel by Marriott Manchester Salford Quays | 8.4 | 3004 | 4▼ | 9.1 | 8.9 | 9.0 | 9.0 | 8.2 | 8.7 |
| 8 | DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Airport | 8.2 | 3569 | 4▼ | 9.0 | 8.8 | 8.8 | 9.0 | 8.0 | 8.5 |
| 9 | Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport | 8.1 | 12642▲ | 4▼ | 8.6▼ | 8.6 | 8.6 | 9.1 | 7.8▼ | 8.3▼ |
| 10 | Last Drop Village Hotel & Spa | 8▼ | 2453 | 4▼ | 8.7 | 8.3▼ | 8.4▼ | 8.7▼ | 8.0 | 8.3▼ |
FAQ
The Lowry Hotel Manchester is a top city‑centre choice: a five‑star riverside property with a spa, restaurant and two on‑site Type 2 chargers reported at around 13 kW. It holds a high guest rating (8.9) and offers secure on‑site parking for a fee. Charging and parking are subject to availability and charges, so confirm arrangements with the hotel before arrival.
CitySuites 2 Aparthotel is ideal for access to many chargers, with an adjacent multi‑storey car park reportedly offering around 40 public EV chargers on a pay‑to‑use basis. The aparthotel provides serviced apartments plus leisure facilities including an indoor pool and gym. Check current availability and payment terms with the car park before you travel.
Clayton Hotel Manchester Airport and DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Airport are both strong airport options with on‑site charging. Clayton lists five 11 kW Type 2 chargers (pay‑per‑use, session limits) and offers 24/7 shuttle transfers, while DoubleTree also reports several AC chargers in its car park. Confirm charger access, session limits and any charges with the hotel ahead of arrival.
Delta Hotels by Marriott Worsley Park Country Club pairs a full spa, indoor pool and golf course with reported on‑site EV charging points in its hotel car park. Its country‑club setting makes it a good option for guests who want leisure facilities and EV access. Verify charger details and parking arrangements with the hotel before you arrive.
CitySuites Aparthotel at 16 Chapel Street provides serviced apartments and validated, discounted access to an adjacent multi‑storey car park that reportedly contains about 41 public 22 kW chargers. The property also offers an indoor pool, hot tub and gym for residents. Ask reception about parking validation and charger availability on arrival.