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Whitworth Locke

4.0 star property
4-star aparthotel near University of Manchester

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Cafe
City Studio | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Exterior
Interior
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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74 Princess St., Manchester, England, M1 6JD
  • Place, Canal Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Manchester Palace Theatre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Piccadilly Gardens
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manchester (MAN)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Underground Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

One Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Floor plan

One Bedroom Open Plan Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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City Studio | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

City Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Locke Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Accessible bathroom

Locke Studio - Accessible Twin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 463 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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42-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV

One Bedroom Suite

  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Whitworth Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Whitworth Suite

  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room dining

One Bedroom Suite - Duplex

  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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42-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV

One Bedroom Open Plan Suite

  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Two Bedroom Suite - Duplex

  • 861 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Two Bedroom Suite - Family of 3 | Living area | 42-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV

Two Bedroom Suite - Family of 3

  • 872 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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One Bedroom Suite with Desk | Living area | 42-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV

One Bedroom Suite with Desk

  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Underground Studio | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Underground Studio

  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Manchester

Central Manchester getaway .Within a 10-minute walk of this Manchester City Centre aparthotel, you'll find University of Manchester and Albert Square. O2 Apollo Manchester and AO Arena are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Canal Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Manchester Palace Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Piccadilly Gardens - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • University of Manchester - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Albert Square - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Manchester Manchester Oxford Road Station - 4 min walk
  • St Peters Square Station - 7 min walk
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Via Manchester - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪YES - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Goose - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪REM Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Whitworth Locke

4-star aparthotel near University of Manchester
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Whitworth Locke also features a fitness center, coffee/tea in a common area, and concierge services.

This 4-star Manchester aparthotel is smoke free.

  • 160 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1850
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Whitworth Locke offers 160 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations are furnished with desks and dining tables. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 4-star aparthotel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This Manchester aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 42-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Restaurants on site

  • Foundation
  • Winsome

Kitchen

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed: GBP 40 per night

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with digital channels

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 66 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator (46 inch wide door)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk
  • Weekly housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In a shopping district
  • In the city center
  • Near a train station

Things to do

  • Gym

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 160 units
  • 3 buildings
  • 7 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1850
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Living plant wall
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Traditional architecture
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests will receive an email from the property with a link to certify their essential traveler status prior to arrival. Guests are required to complete this verification before check-in.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 66 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 40.0 per night.

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 full breakfast: approximately GBP 15 per person
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 40.0 per night

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system
This property is professionally cleaned
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

Property is also known as

Whitworth Locke Apartment Manchester
Whitworth Locke Apartment
Whitworth Locke Manchester
Whitworth Locke Aparthotel
Whitworth Locke Manchester
Whitworth Locke Aparthotel Manchester

Frequently asked questions

How close is Whitworth Locke to the airport?

Whitworth Locke is 9 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 Whitworth Locke?

As of Jun 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whitworth Locke on Jun 8, 2026 start from $102, 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 Whitworth Locke have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Whitworth Locke.

Does Whitworth Locke offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Whitworth Locke, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 15 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Whitworth Locke?

No, there is no casino at this aparthotel.

What time is check-in at Whitworth Locke?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Whitworth Locke?

Free parking is not available at this aparthotel.

Does Whitworth Locke have a pool?

Whitworth Locke does not have a pool.

Does Whitworth Locke have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Whitworth Locke have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this aparthotel.

How close is Whitworth Locke to downtown Manchester?

Whitworth Locke is 0.4 mi away from Manchester.

Whitworth Locke Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1027 out of 1346 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 230 out of 1346 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 1346 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1346 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1346 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bhavneeta

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place and location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Second time staying and enjoyed again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Lovely place and very friendly staff and great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean and spacious room, friendly staff, great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good location, friendly reception staff and nice room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ailsa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Wonderful room, great location, lovely staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Friendly staff, quick check in
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great location with everything we needed for a comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Staff were brilliant and very welcoming. Place its self was clean & well kept. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emilie

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Absolutely loved staying here! Will definitely be staying again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Stayed here many times, lovely service and always clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The room was clean and modern with excellent amenities. Friendly staff.
Lovely spacious room in this modern, trendy hotel. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Excellent hotel, staff were top class. Definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chloe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location and beautiful room! We always stay at a Locke if available, they never let us down.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Great vibe and cafe. Room spacious
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria Eleni

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Beautiful hotel. The room was nice and big, the bathroom was also very big. The staff was very kind and helpful and gave us recommendations for things to do around the city. The hotel was also close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dylon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Super clean room, very nice staff and great communication from start to finish! Highly recommend if you’re looking for a central manc location to stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very stylish space in a perfect location!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
The usual smiling welcome by the reception staff, and, helpful in every way. The room was perfect, warm and a decrnt shower!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Nice clean rooms, very lovely friendly & helpful staff. Would stay again. Only fault was the lighting in the apartment rooms and bathrooms was quite dim!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Great city centre hotel with good facilities. The living area could have done with an extra light, but other than that, a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Love this place! Location! Decor! Vibes!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Camille

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Staff were super friendly and helpful. It’s so central to amenities and the one bedroom suite just felt like a home away from home. The gym was also great for doing a morning workout. It’s a new favourite for whenever we stay in Manchester.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Attentive friendly staff (a very big plus point - particulatly Keiron), lovely building and a nice big room that was clean (not perfect but very much acceptable) and had excellent facilities. Overall a good value for money stay and we would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026