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Kimpton Clocktower by IHG

5.0 star property
5-star luxury hotel near Manchester Palace Theatre

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Room service

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Oxford Street, Manchester, England, M60 7HA
  • Place, Manchester Palace Theatre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Canal Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Manchester Central Convention Complex
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manchester (MAN)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room (Sleeping)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • 36 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(39 reviews)
  • 36 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 36 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Heritage) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite (Heritage)

  • 71 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Heritage) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite (Heritage)

  • 71 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Suite, Multiple Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 Double Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 36 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room amenity

Premium Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Suite (No. 51) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite (No. 51)

  • 1313 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

  • 36 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Accessible Shower)

  • 36 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room amenity

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

  • 36 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 36 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 Double Bed (Low Floor)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 36 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 2 Twin Beds (Low Floor)

  • 36 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 Twin Bed (City)

  • 17 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Manchester

Manchester City Centre stay.With a stay at this Manchester City Centre hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Manchester Palace Theatre and 2 miles (3 km) of Aviva Studios. O2 Apollo Manchester and AO Arena are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Manchester Palace Theatre - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Canal Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Manchester Central Convention Complex - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Piccadilly Gardens - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Deansgate - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Manchester Manchester Oxford Road Station - 2 min walk
  • St Peters Square Station - 6 min walk
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Salisbury Ale House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bundobust Brewery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Refuge by Volta - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gorilla - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Kimpton Clocktower by IHG

5-star luxury hotel near Manchester Palace Theatre
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A 24-hour business center, 17 meeting rooms, and coworking spaces are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 27997 square feet (2601 square meters) and includes a conference center. A fitness center, an arcade/game room, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury Kimpton Clocktower by IHG.

This Victorian Manchester hotel is smoke free.

  • 270 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 27997 sq ft of conference space
  • 2601 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1902
  • Deli
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Kimpton Clocktower by IHG offers 270 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

21-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 20 per day); discounts available
  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 22 for adults and GBP 11 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Vibrating pillow alarm
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 21-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: noon
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in.
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 13 years old and younger stay free, per registered adult, when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: GBP 1.20 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 22.00 for adults and GBP 11.00 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 20 per day (656 ft away)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard, Barclaycard, debit cards, and cash. This property uses a grey water recycling system.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

This property's elevator (lift) is 55 inches (1.4 meters) wide.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children 13 years old and younger stay free, per registered adult, in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Palace Hotel Manchester
Palace Manchester
Principal Manchester Hotel
Principal Hotel
Principal Manchester
Principal Manchester Hotel
Hotel Principal Manchester Manchester
Manchester Principal Manchester Hotel
Hotel Principal Manchester
Principal Manchester Manchester
The Principal Manchester
Principal Hotel
Principal
The Palace Hotel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Kimpton Clocktower by IHG to the airport?

Kimpton Clocktower by IHG is 8.8 mi (26-min drive) away from the Manchester Airport (MAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Kimpton Clocktower by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Kimpton Clocktower by IHG.

Does Kimpton Clocktower by IHG offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Kimpton Clocktower by IHG, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 22.00 for adults and GBP 11.00 for children. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Kimpton Clocktower by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Kimpton Clocktower by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: noon. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Kimpton Clocktower by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Kimpton Clocktower by IHG have a pool?

Kimpton Clocktower by IHG does not have a pool.

Does Kimpton Clocktower by IHG have a restaurant?

Kimpton Clocktower by IHG is home to The Refuge, which features light fare.

Does Kimpton Clocktower by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Kimpton Clocktower by IHG to downtown Manchester?

Kimpton Clocktower by IHG is 0.4 mi away from Manchester.

Reviews

Kimpton Clocktower by IHG Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 973 out of 1272 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 161 out of 1272 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 75 out of 1272 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1272 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1272 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Amy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Theatre overnight spectacular stay.

Great location for our trip. Fantastic old building amazing repurpose to a hotel. Grand entrance, very welcoming staff at Reception Gabriella. Room was great, Lovely snacks box , milk and water in fridge. Lovely comfy bed and pillows All very clean. Room service food and drink were great we had some issues with the app. A lovely Kimpton touch is drinks and nibbles 5-7 fantastic. Ate in the Refuge, great staff great food. We had a really great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel that is Dog Friendly I have ever stayed in! Lots of places say they are, but they really do treat the dogs as guests here !
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful building and very well appointed rooms. Next door to the theatre so really convenient. Staff fantastic and amazing breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

c

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Moira

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Customer service not very good

I askedthe staff twice to fix the extractor fan in the bathroom, it was still not working when we left today
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is beautiful, the
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great front desk staff - didnt get her name sorry

We recently stayed at the Kimpton when in Manchester to watch a gig and from the moment we arrived, the front desk, the social hour, the room, the surroundings we were blown away. Our new favourite hotel in Manchester.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Kimpton I didn't like you ... I loved you :)

This hotel is top class. We stayed last year and had to return!! Travelled over from Ireland just to get back for another stay! The staff are very professional and helpful and we were well looked after. This isn't just a hotel it's an experience. The history of the building, the restaurant has a great atmosphere.... good vibes and a fun residents hour which was great for meeting other guests. Staying in hotels is my hobby and this one is top of my list so far!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Memorable experience

What a fantastic experience from beginning to end. The social hour every evening was fantastic, to get to know the team and made us feel valued as guests. They even gave us water for the journey home. Nothing was too much trouble. Thank you for a memorable stay. The building is astounding, with unexpected features at every turn.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Your staff are fabulous, the reception staff were so courteous, friendly, professional and welcoming. The staff at breakfast were professional, helpful and friendly. I only spoke to one man who I think might be a cleaner, he was also very helpful, directing me to the loos. Overall, made to feel so welcome. The hotel is beautiful, rooms comfy, everything you could possibly need, comfortable beds and beautifully decorated, would have liked a room where windows open but didn't matter too much. My only very small concern, and I'm hoping you don't mind me saying...the rooms are spotless, however, there are signs in the bathroom of little bits of dirt. I always think it would be a good idea for the housekeepers to actually sit on the loo and sit in the bath to see where they've missed. Sorry to be fussy but an example of this is the handle of the bath was a bit grubby and under the stainless steel air vent in the bath has been missed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely building with great character
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

giorgio

Excellent hotel value

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bev

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comments.

We stayed as a family. We told them it was our sons birthday and they made a little bag up with some sweets etc. I thought that was really thoughtful. The hotel receptionists were lovely and polite. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great place to spend a few days

A beautiful building very tastefully decorated. We were there over the Pride weekend so it was very busy and noisy with Pride parties. Reception staff were very friendly especially Kate who was particularly patient and helpful at check in. A mention to Daryl who sorted out a couple of housekeeping omissions for us. Our bathroom door was very squeaky and needs oiling, these small things make a difference. Well situated for arriving into Oxford Road station with a number of eating places close by. Can recommend Giorgios Italian just around the corner.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Micah

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Kimpton is the best

Very busy as our trip coincided with Manchester Pride festival. We decided to stay away from the Refuge bar which is a shame as we enjoy it when we stay at this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful classy hotel with really clean and comfortable rooms. Staff very polite and professional. Couldn’t fault it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anoushka

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Second time staying, lovely hotel great staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Will

Business traveler
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025