Luxury Hotels in Manchester: Top 4 & 5-Star Stays
Updated 9 July 2026 · 21 real hotels
Manchester's luxury hotel scene spans iconic five-star riverside properties, boldly designed boutique addresses, and grand Victorian landmarks converted into world-class stays. Top-rated options include The Lowry Hotel and Dakota Manchester, both scoring 4.6 or above out of 5. Rates for premium rooms start around 166 € per night and rise to approximately 227 € for the most prestigious addresses.
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Luxury Hotels in Manchester
Manchester has firmly established itself as one of Northern England's most compelling destinations for upscale travel. The city centre, anchored by the vibrant Deansgate corridor and the cultural energy of Spinningfields, is home to a concentrated cluster of four- and five-star hotels that rival the finest properties in any major European city. Whether you are drawn to the understated glamour of a riverside suite overlooking the River Irwell or the atmospheric grandeur of a converted Victorian clocktower, Manchester delivers a luxury experience grounded in genuine character rather than generic polish.
From The Lowry Hotel, a longstanding five-star favourite with a reputation for discreet, high-calibre service, to the design-forward Dakota Manchester and the ornate Kimpton Clocktower by IHG, each property in this selection brings a distinct identity to the city's premium accommodation landscape. The Edwardian Manchester, a Radisson Collection Hotel, adds Edwardian architectural splendour to the mix, while Malmaison Manchester Deansgate and the Treehouse Hotel Manchester each offer a more individualistic take on luxury hospitality. Chorlton-on-Medlock, just south of the city core, provides an equally well-connected base through the Hyatt House Manchester. Together, these addresses make planning a luxury stay in Manchester a genuinely rewarding exercise.
Our selection in Manchester
A real selection, real prices, from the most affordable to the showstopper.
| Hotel | Area | Rating | Price / night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitworth Locke ★★★★ | Centre-ville de Manchester | ★ 4.7 | 196 €/nuit |
| Hyatt House Manchester - Aparthotel ★★★★ | Chorlton-on-Medlock | ★ 4.8 | 197 €/nuit |
| Maldron Hotel Manchester Central – Cathedral Quarter ★★★★ | Salford | ★ 4.6 | 199 €/nuit |
| Hyatt Regency Manchester ★★★★ | Chorlton-on-Medlock | ★ 4.6 | 202 €/nuit |
| Radisson Blu Medlock Hotel, Manchester ★★★★ | Manchester | ★ 4.6 | 203 €/nuit |
| Crowne Plaza Hotel Manchester City Centre by IHG ★★★★ | Quartier Nord | ★ 4.5 | 205 €/nuit |
| Malmaison Manchester ★★★★ | Manchester | ★ 4.5 | 206 €/nuit |
| Manchester Marriott Hotel Piccadilly ★★★★ | Centre-ville de Manchester | ★ 4.5 | 206 €/nuit |
| Hotel Indigo Manchester - Victoria Station by IHG ★★★★ | Manchester | ★ 4.5 | 207 €/nuit |
| Leonardo Hotel Manchester Piccadilly ★★★★ | Manchester | ★ 4.5 | 210 €/nuit |
Our hotel profiles in Manchester
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated luxury hotel in Manchester?+
Both Dakota Manchester and Hyatt House Manchester hold a guest rating of 4.8 out of 5, making them the top-rated options in this luxury selection. Dakota Manchester is a four-star property located centrally in Manchester, while Hyatt House Manchester sits in the Chorlton-on-Medlock neighbourhood just south of the city centre. Both are praised for the quality of their service and the comfort of their rooms.
What is the most prestigious five-star hotel in Manchester city centre?+
The Lowry Hotel Manchester is widely regarded as one of the city's flagship five-star addresses. Situated in the city centre, it carries a guest rating of 4.6 out of 5 and commands rates from around 227 € per night, the highest in this selection, reflecting its standing as a benchmark for luxury hospitality in Manchester. The Kimpton Clocktower by IHG and The Edwardian Manchester, a Radisson Collection Hotel, are the other five-star options in the city centre, both rated 4.6 out of 5.
Where are Manchester's luxury hotels located?+
The majority of Manchester's top luxury hotels are concentrated in the city centre, particularly along and around Deansgate, one of the city's most prestigious addresses. The Lowry Hotel, The Edwardian Manchester, Malmaison Manchester Deansgate, The Manchester Deansgate Hotel by IHG, and Treehouse Hotel Manchester are all city centre properties. The Kimpton Clocktower by IHG and Dakota Manchester are also centrally located, while Hyatt House Manchester offers a luxury option in Chorlton-on-Medlock, a well-connected neighbourhood a short distance from the core.
What is the entry price for a luxury hotel in Manchester?+
Within this curated selection of four- and five-star hotels, rates begin at approximately 166 € per night at the Treehouse Hotel Manchester, a four-star property in the city centre with a guest rating of 4.7 out of 5. Other four-star options such as Malmaison Manchester Deansgate and The Manchester Deansgate Hotel by IHG offer rates in the 172 € to 180 € range, making them accessible entry points into Manchester's luxury accommodation tier.