A historic building that dates back to 1858...
Last year I stayed at Britannia hotel Manchester when I went to meet my best friend who lived there. The hotel was centr...
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miray ,
Jul 26, 2008
Britannia Hotel Manchester is located in the heart of the city. Manchester's premier architectural building is Grade II listed with outstanding details including a balconied stairway throughout the building. The Britannia Hotel is a famous landmark and meeting place throughout Manchester. It was once the cotton industry's most famous warehouse. The building dates back to 1858 when it opened as the world's original 'Cash and Carry'.
While the hotel is a famous landmark it is fair to say that many areas of the hotel are in need of some Tender Loving Care.
Because of the central location of the hotel it does attract stag parties and can be noisy especially at the weekends.
LOCATION
Britannia Hotel Manchester is located in the heart of the city. The famous Chinatown and The Village, with their myriad of bars and restaurants are only a few minutes walk from the Britannia Hotel. Manchester Airport is only 13 kilometers away and Piccadilly Station, directly linked to the airport, is a five-minute walk. Victoria Station is also a short stroll away.
Excellent transport links offer easy access to most of Manchester’s most famous attractions. The City of Manchester Stadium and sportcity is only 2 miles from the Hotel. Manchester Airport is only 8 miles away and Piccadilly Station, directly linked to the airport, is a five-minute walk. Victoria Station is also a short stroll away. Manchester’s Metro tram system is on the doorstep, linking to Altrincham, Bury, Old Trafford and Salford Quays. The main coach station is adjacent to the hotel.
PROPERTY AMENITIES
* Bar Rogue. With its open brickwork, large wooden dancefloor, and bench sofa seating, Bar Rogue is a buzzing Saturday-night hangout. Evening snacks are offered, including burgers, baguettes, jacket potatoes, and spicy curries.
* Cromptons Bar. Furnished with antiques and a grand piano, Cromptons Bar serves cocktails, aperitifs, and digestifs until the early hours.
* Jenny’s Restaurant. This 210-cover restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Traditional British fare, such as roast leg of Welsh lamb or Scottish salmon, is served in a relaxed setting. A mezzanine-level bar serves drinks.
* The Overstuffed Pizza. Open from mid-morning until late evening, The Overstuffed Pizza serves Italian food and drink, from an espresso coffee to a selection of pizzas, pastas and panninis. Chrome railings and glass lanterns set off a contemporary decor of warm fabrics and tinted beechwood furnishings.
* Wave Bar. Situated next to Bar Rogue, the Wave Bar offers all-day snacks, including burgers, baguettes, jacket potatoes and spicy curries. With its scroll-down TV screen showing the latest music videos and sporting events, it is a popular meeting venue.
ROOM AMENITIES
Britannia Hotel Manchester has 363 en suite guestrooms. Not all rooms have windows.
* Television
* Tea / Coffee making tray
* Please note that the City Rooms are internal rooms with no windows.
Hotel Facilities
- 24 Hour Check-In
- Banquet
- Bar
- Currency Exchange
- Elevator / Lift
- Express Check In / Check Out
- Internet Access
- Laundry Service
- Lounge
Room Facilities
Nearby Points of Interest
| Bus Station |
Chorlton Street Bus Station |
0.1 km |
| Train/Tube Station |
Piccadilly Train Station |
0.1 km |
| Airport |
Manchester Airport |
10 km |
| Place of Interest |
Chinatown |
0.1 km |
| Exhibition Center |
Gmex Exhibition Center |
1 km |
| Shopping Area |
City Centre Shopping Area |
0.1 km |
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Review Date:May 23, 2011
Britannia Hotel Manchester
Stayed for two nights -party of 7 - rooms clean but a bit jaded. Divan trim did not fit bed. NO WINDOW - I have never stayed in a hotel without a window and would not stay again - this was like living in a shoe box. Breakfast pretty poor -fruit salad out of a tin and toast was just warm bread. for a charge of £7 a head not good value. Staff very friendly and helpful.
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Review Date:Mar 14, 2010
The good bits far outweigh the flaws
Let's get the bad bits over with first. My room seemed to be directly above the nightclub and there was a lot of noise coming from it after 11pm, but after a while I got used to it. The kettle wasn't working but a very helpful porter called Manuel changed it for me and stayed while I tested it. Final "problem" - rather a long queue for check in but it was dealt with as efficiently as possible - and surely a short queue at that time of day (3pm) would have meant that the hotel didn't get many customers, a long queue is a sign of a popular hotel! A lovely warm room, even though it was a "city" room with no windows there was plenty of lighting - I did feel a little guilty about using them, but had to see what I was doing so I needed to use the lights! Loads of room to spread my belongings out and a good writing area. A very good shower and a nice choice at breakfast. I'd stay again.
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Review Date:Jul 26, 2008
central location
Last year I stayed at Britannia hotel Manchester when I went to meet my best friend who lived there. The hotel was centrally located, it was very close to the city centre. Rooms amenities were good with private barthrooms. My room was comfortable and nice. Staff was helpful. I liked the warm atmosphere of the hotel. I would stay there again
miray demir
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Review Date:Jul 8, 2008
Ideal for a weekend break
I've recently spent a wonderful weekend break at Britannia Hotel Manchester. It is ideally located at the city center and easily accesable via public transport, close to the coach station. My room was a nice fully equipped room with private bathroom, hairdryer, TV and a kettle. The food i was offeredw was tasty and the hotel bar is the ideal base for relaxation.
I recommend this hotel to those who want to have a comfortable stay in a friendly atmospere in Manchester.
aysegul aysegul
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Review Date:May 29, 2008
Reviewer From:Milton Keynes
Excellent hotel
I have just had a brilliant weekend in the above hotel. The rooms were really big and kept immaculate by a lovely lady called Bridget who was both very informative and friendly. The breakfasts were excellent and the location was perfect also. It has a very plush entrance and staircase and I would definitely go back there again.
mary clifford
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Review Date:Dec 9, 2007
Reviewer From:Essex
Avoid.
This hotel is the worst value for money hotel that i have ever stayed in. The bedding is very old and I think they may have inherited it from an o.ap. home. Also dirty rooms and didn't have towels changed in 3 days. TV's from the 70's and broken.
Gary Pritchard
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Review Date:Sep 19, 2007
Recommended
We were a group of 7 football supporters that traveled to Manchester. We got a god welcoming besides some issues in regards of room keys not working and smell of paint due to the ongoing upgrade of the hotel. But overall we were pleased with the "Victorian" atmosphere and the location of the hotel. And the service was above normal compared to my earlier stays in UK. Recommended.
Elena Ligay
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Review Date:Sep 19, 2007
Conveniently located
THis hotel is very conveniently located close to Picadilly railway station and Picadilly Gardens metrolink. With a quick connection to SAlford Quays and Old Trafford. The hot buffet style english breakfast was more than adequate to start the day off in the correct way. The staff were all very courteous. During my stay there was some refubishment work going on but the disruption was definitely kept to a minimum.
Elena Ligay
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Review Date:Sep 19, 2007
would recommend
Very central and easy to get to. Easy acess to the trafford centre and shopping. Lots of places to eat and drink close by. The buffet breakfast was excellent and the staff were very friendly, would definitely recommend the hotel.
Elena Ligay
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Review Date:Sep 19, 2007
Decent hotel
It was a decent hotel-nothing out of the ordinary. The main thing it has going for it is that it is in a very central location and the hotel staff were lovely.
Elena Ligay
ATTRACTIONS
* Manchester Airport - 10 km
* Chorlton Street Bus Station - 0.1 km
* Piccadilly Train Station - 0.1 km
* Gmex Exhibition Center - 1 km
* Chinatown - 0.1 km
* City Centre Shopping Area - 0.1 km
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