Fodor's Expert Review Whitworth Locke
74 Princess St., Manchester, Manchester, M1 6JD, England
Perks at this one-time 19th-century cotton mill include complimentary yoga classes for guests while a tempting roster of social events and activities open to both residents and locals includes drag brunches, vintage swing dance classes, bee mosaic making (the bee is the city's symbol), and Sunday board games. There's a Peruvian-inspired restaurant too. The suites and studios combine hip contemporary decor with nods to the building's Victorian quirks and eccentricities, plus the practicality of full kitchens. Colors and textures are refreshingly offbeat—think salmon pink, mustard yellow, and various shades of green on everything from sofas to painted brick walls.
PROS
- great location a 10-minute walk from Piccadilly Station
- sociable hub with great restaurant
- rooms have full kitchens, some have washer-dryers
CONS
- area can be noisy at night
- windows are small
- unique interior design may not be to everyone's taste
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HOTEL DETAILS
Rate Includes: No Meals