Location : The hotel is located in the heart of Manchester about 2 minutes' walk from Piccadilly train station and an approximately 10-minute drive from the major motorway networks. Manchester Airport is about 19 km away and is approximately a 25-minute journey.

Facilities : The hotel was built in 1843. The hotel has 8 junior suites, 5 suites and 48 double rooms, which are located on 5 storeys and are reachable by lift. Check-in and check-out are possible at any time at the 24-hour reception desk. Amenities include a baggage storage service and a safe. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. Additional facilities include a library. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park. Further services and facilities include room service, a laundry service, a hairdresser and a coin-operated laundry. Complimentary newspapers are available. A fax machine is available for guests' business needs.

Rooms : Air conditioning and central heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. Rooms have a double bed or a king-size bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe and a desk are also available. Guests will also find a tea/coffee station included among the standard features. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a DVD player and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub, as well as a hairdryer. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has family rooms, non-smoking rooms and smoking rooms.

Sports/Entertainment : The sports and entertainment facilities at the hotel ensure that guests have plenty of activities to choose from during their stay. Leisure activities and facilities at the hotel include a spa or, for a fee, a gym.

Meals : Dining facilities include a dining room, a breakfast room, a café and a bar. Guests can enjoy the culinary delights of the non-smoking, air-conditioned restaurant, which provides high chairs for children. Bed and breakfast can be booked. A continental breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. At lunch and dinner, guests can choose between à la carte and a set menu. Special meals, including diet meals, are also available. The hotel also offers special catering options.

Payment : The following credit cards are accepted: American Express, VISA, JCB and MasterCard.