Manchester, United KingdomCity Centre
Malmaison Manchester
Converted cotton warehouse
City Centre Manchester, United Kingdom
Opened
1998
Price
$$
Rated for
Heritage Social DesignOutside the door
The house
MalmaisonConverted cotton warehouse
The former cotton warehouse keeps a spirited pace, drawing locals and hotel guests for charcoal-grilled dinners and late-night cocktails.
What it’s good at
Notable
A converted 1904 Edwardian cotton warehouse clad in red brick and Burmantofts terracotta.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
This sleek and fashionable hotel was constructed from the husk of the long-derelict Joshua Hoyle cotton warehouse, and still bears the original brickwork and terracotta on its Edwardian exterior.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Piccadilly station sits right across the street. The independent bars and vintage shops of the Northern Quarter are a five-minute walk away.
The rooms
Oversized plush beds fill the monochrome rooms, which stay remarkably quiet despite the bustling station approach below.
The spa
Spa treatments use TEMPLESPA products, and the nail lounge has cushioned leather recliners with foot wash basins.
The gym
The basement gym holds Technogym treadmills and strength equipment, with mirrored walls running along the workout floor.
Restaurant
Chez Mal Brasserie
High-backed red leather booths sit under brass pendants, and the British menu draws on Josper and Konro grills.
At the table
Leather armchairs sit beneath red structural columns at Chez Mal Bar, which pours wine and serves bar snacks late.
How it began
Joshua Hoyle & Sons built the warehouse in 1904, raising an early steel frame directly over the underground Rochdale Canal.
Manchester
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Our shorthand
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.