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Kimpton Clocktower by IHG

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A grand lobby with a large horse statue, a central seating area, and a high ceiling with a skylight.
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An indoor patio area with string lights, wooden tables, and potted plants.
Meeting facility

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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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)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a large window with curtains.

Room (Sleeping)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a small table, a chair, and a sofa.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a small table with a vase, and a bench.

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(45 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a small table with a vase.

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern hotel room with a dark blue sofa, teal armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a desk with chairs.

Suite, 1 King Bed (Heritage)

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

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A four-poster bed with a green upholstered headboard, a bench at the foot of the bed, and a bedside table with a lamp and flowers.

Suite, 1 Twin Bed (Heritage)

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

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Suite, Multiple Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, Multiple Beds

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

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A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden chest, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wardrobe.

Room, 1 Double Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A desk with a vintage telephone, a desk lamp, and a vase with flowers.

Premium Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a green accent wall, a vase with flowers, and a herringbone-patterned floor.

Suite, 1 Twin Bed (No. 51)

  • 1313 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, and a mirror.

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, and a mirror.

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Accessible Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A modern bathroom with white tiled walls, a grey floor, a white sink, a toilet, and a shower area.

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden chest, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wardrobe.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a green throw blanket, a red telephone, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 Double Bed (Low Floor)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room, 2 Twin Beds (Low Floor) | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 2 Twin Beds (Low Floor)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a tufted headboard, a bed with a mustard-colored blanket, a grey armchair, and a view of the bathroom through an open door.

Room, 1 Twin Bed (City)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in dormitory STANDARD

  • Sleeps 1

Cabin TWO BEDS

  • Sleeps 10

DOUBLE basement

  • Sleeps 4

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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
  • ‪Oxford Road Tap - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪YES - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Java Bar Espresso - ‬1 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.

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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 used
  • 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
Some water is reused through a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, 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, debit cards, and cash. This property uses a grey water recycling system.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, 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.

How much does it cost to stay at Kimpton Clocktower by IHG?

As of Jul 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kimpton Clocktower by IHG on Jul 26, 2026 start from $148, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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, but Manchester235 Casino (10-min walk) is nearby.

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.

Kimpton Clocktower by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 942 out of 1253 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 166 out of 1253 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 1253 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1253 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1253 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

SHANG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and good services. Very convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room and staff, great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel. Great for families. They had an Easter egg hunt in our room which was a nice touch.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good quality large room which was well appointed. Excellent breakfast with good choice. Would recommend & definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful building
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stunning hotel in a good central location. Lovely bar and restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous building, great breakfast, friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ilgaz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, clean and tidy rooms, large bathroom and excellent service. Loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent experience all round
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheska

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a beautiful stay, everything was well thought through and had a luxury feel to it. Location is excellent and we had one minor issue which was dealt with perfectly by the hotel staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
fantastic location. great historic building.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful building, very clean, and the staff were friendly. Centrally located, so an easy walk to shops.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful and the historic building was interesting. Great location for the city centre.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mårten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice unique hotel, very nice room, maybe a bit small but nice, clean and well equipped. Got some complementary snacks and the breakfast was also 5 star! Will gladly come back!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great service, nice hotel and very good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stig Blesvik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Vert good over all, and very helgeful staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Monumental iconic building and outstanding in every respect. Next door to Oxford Road Station and in the centre of Manchester. Well worth the price.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic stay at Kimpton Clock Tower. Our room was spacious and well furnished with everything we needed. We enjoyed dinner and breakfast in the Refuge restaurant. Tom and the team took great care of us and went the extra mile to make our stay comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a hotel. Beautiful historic building right in the heart of Manchester. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and the DJ was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jayson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
the staff were amazing great room fab location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking great just across the road
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fahim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very good and helpful, they made me feel as good as they can within their power and was very friendly. Location was ideal and very much central to everything as you can go everywhere within 20 mins of walk. Room was clean and had everything you would expect from a place like this. I can whole heartedly recommend this place 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roisin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was absolutely incredible and the building was one of the most beautiful hotels I have ever stayed in them
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely room and staff are very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026