Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Kimpton Clocktower by IHG

With its striking clocktower and grand Victorian façade, Kimpton Clocktower is an icon of the Manchester city skyline. Just steps from the Palace Theatre and a short stroll to the city’s best bars, eateries, and galleries, the hotel is perfectly placed for both work and play. Iconic venues like AO Arena, O2 Apollo, Co-Op Live, and Old Trafford are all within easy reach. Inside, rooms are spacious and stylish, with a modern edge—featuring premium beds, elegant bathrooms, luxe toiletries, and a delicious tuck box. The Refuge, an on-site bar & restaurant loved by guests and locals alike, is open daily from 10am until late. Food is served from midday until 9.45pm Monday-Saturday, with a delicious Sunday roast available from midday until 8.45pm on Sundays. Whether you’re visiting for business, a city break, or something in between, Kimpton Clocktower’s warm, fluff-free service ensures your stay feels personal and memorable. And for unforgettable events? The breathtaking ballroom is the jewel in a crown of versatile meeting rooms and event spaces.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Kimpton
Hotel chain/brand
Kimpton

Property highlights

    • Situated in the real heart of Manchester, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.4

    • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Buffet, Breakfast to go

    • Loyal customers

    • There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
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2 single beds
2 extra-large double beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 double beds
1 double bed
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 single bed
2 single beds
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 double beds
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Sustainability

This property has 3 third-party sustainability certifications.
  • BREEAM
    BREEAM
  • Green Key (FEE)
    Green Key (FEE)
  • Green Tourism
    Green Tourism

Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Joanna
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The room was lovely. Very comfy bed and spotless bathroom. The staff were great and the bar downstairs really fun.
  • Susan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Bed super comfortable the breakfast set us up for a day of site seeing. Complementary drink between 5/6 was the icing on the cake.
  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Stunning building, great facilities, convenient location
  • Terry
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great stay and lovely hotel was upgraded free of charge.
  • Anna
    Hong Kong Hong Kong
    Beautiful building with spacious rooms and comfy bed. Staff were extremely friendly as it can be a bit of a maze to get around. One lady in particular was so so helpful and lovely.
  • Lynn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The building and decor are utterly fabulous, made even more beautiful by the many stunning plants throughout the hotel. Breakfast was very good, bed and pillows very comfortable and the room very clean. Reception staff were excellent too.
  • Joseph
    Ireland Ireland
    Coffee was not great everything else was delicious
  • Amy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely hotel, lovely service. I did think our room was a bit basic for the price paid, but overall a very nice stay!
  • Nadine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Gorgeous hotel in the heart of Manchester. Exceptionally friendly and helpful staff, wonderful breakfast. The hotel is huge, with a great buzzy bar and fascinating architecture. Our room was spacious, the bed was very comfortable and lots of nice...
  • Stephen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    sausage terrible, but the rest of breakfast was excellent . wobbly table

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • The Refuge
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

House rules

Kimpton Clocktower by IHG takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 00:00
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Groups
When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCB Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the credit / debit card used at the time of the booking needs to be presented upon check-in. Please note that failure to do so will result in an alternative payment method being required.

Please note that bookings for 5 rooms or more will be on group terms & conditions and policies which will be sent directly by the hotel.

The lift has a width of 1.4 metres.

Guests are advised to book a table ahead of their visit if they want to dine at The Refuge by Volta to avoid disappointment.

With its Victorian architecture and fresh approach to hospitality, Kimpton Clocktower Hotel is the perfect expression of its setting: Manchester, a city where tradition and modernity meet and where artisanship reigns supreme. Housed in a magnificent terracotta Grade II–listed building, Kimpton Clocktower has a history that dates back to 1890, when the building first opened as The Refuge Assurance Company headquarters. Today, it’s a destination where glamour and luxury meets one-of-a-kind craftsmanship—and where there are new things to discover at every turn.