City Centre Manchester, United Kingdom
Opened
2019
Price
$$
Rated for
Design Social LuxeOutside the door
Moody canalside quarters
Moody, low-lit common areas showcase dark tones, rich upholstery, and a lively cocktail scene beside the Rochdale Canal.
What it’s good at
Notable
Imposing black brick architecture encasing moody, low-lit interiors layered with rich fabrics and purple mohair throws.
Notable
A heated garden terrace with a retractable roof and a cocktail lounge serving signature drinks alongside caviar.
Listed
Attentive boutique hospitality with evening turndown, plush robes, rainfall showers, and suites offering roll-top soaking tubs.
What they say
Also in Michelin.
It’s swanky and glamorous, decked out in sober dark tones, and its setting on the edge of the city center offers easy access to the highly desirable Northern Quarter.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Piccadilly Basin sits along the canal, placing the independent dining of the Northern Quarter and Piccadilly station minutes away on foot.
The rooms
Bedrooms feature purple Scottish mohair throws and rainfall showers, while suites add roll-top soaking tubs and city views.
Restaurant
The Grill at Dakota Manchester
Tufted leather booths sit under warm spotlights in this dark brasserie, which serves prime steaks and classic grill dishes.
At the table
Lush greenery and gas fires warm the terrace, where drinks are poured under a retractable roof.
How it began
Built in 2019 along Piccadilly Basin, the purpose-built black-brick structure brought hotelier Ken McCulloch and designer Amanda Rosa's vision to Manchester.
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.