Kimpton Clocktower by IHG

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with fitness centre and 24-hour business centre

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Meeting facility
Interior
Property amenity
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Property amenity

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Room service
The current price is AU$235
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar

Explore the area

Map
Oxford Street, Manchester, England, M60 7HA
  • Manchester Palace Theatre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Canal Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • University of Manchester
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Manchester (MAN)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Dining)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Separate Bath, Walk-In Shower)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Single Beds (Low Floor)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room (Sleeping)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

Premium Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

Room, 1 Single Bed (City)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room, 1 Double Bed (Low Floor)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Manchester

A luxury stay in the heart of Manchester awaits you at Kimpton Clocktower by IHG. Within steps you'll find Manchester Palace Theatre and you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Aviva Studios. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a conference centre. .The restaurant, The Refuge, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 27997 square feet (2601 square metres) of event facilities include 17 meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and limo/town car service. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a coffee shop/cafe. English breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 5-property class Manchester City Centre hotel include O2 Apollo Manchester and AO Arena.

What's nearby

  • Manchester Palace Theatre - 1 min walk
  • O2 Apollo Manchester - 20 min walk
  • AO Arena - 4 min drive
  • Etihad Stadium - 5 min drive
  • Old Trafford - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Manchester Manchester Oxford Road Station - 2 min walk
  • St Peters Square Station - 6 min walk
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪PizzaExpress - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Yes - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Thirsty Scholar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bundobust Brewery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ditto Coffee - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Kimpton Clocktower by IHG

Luxury hotel with fitness centre and 24-hour business centre
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 centre, 17 meeting rooms, and coworking spaces are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 27997 square feet (2601 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A fitness centre, an arcade/games 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
  • Conference rooms
  • 27997 sq ft of conference space
  • 2601 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1902
  • Deli
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Kimpton Clocktower by IHG offers 270 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

21-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

Chinese (Cantonese), Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, German, Italian, Malay, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 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 8:00 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

Restaurants on site

  • The Refuge

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 17 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Conference centre (27,997 square foot of space)
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Vegetable garden

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
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Vibrating pillow alarm
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (91 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 21-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

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 in guestrooms
  • 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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
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
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 aged 13 years old and younger stay free per registered adult when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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: from approximately GBP 22.00 for adults and from 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
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include 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 guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard, Barclaycard, debit cards and cash. This property uses a grey water recycling system.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children aged 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

What is the cancellation policy at Kimpton Clocktower by IHG?

Kimpton Clocktower by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 4 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kimpton Clocktower by IHG on 30 Mar 2025 start from AU$232.96, 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 serve breakfast?

Yeah, visitors give top marks to the English brekkie here! Served weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kimpton Clocktower by IHG?

No, Kimpton Clocktower by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Kimpton Clocktower by IHG?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Kimpton Clocktower by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Kimpton Clocktower by IHG?

Furry friends are welcome at Kimpton Clocktower by IHG, with food and water bowls on offer.

Kimpton Clocktower by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 948 out of 1237 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 150 out of 1237 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 1237 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1237 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1237 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The building and atmosphere was beautiful. All the staff were lovely, helpful & warm in all interactions. I would definately recommend and stay again. No complaints at all. A special stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Warm in our room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Christmas jaunt
Had the most lovely stay at the Kimpton and will definitely be back. What an absolutely stunning building and we were also fortunate enough to liaten to the wonderful acoustics when a choir who were staying gave us a blast! 100 % recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay at Kimpton Clock Tower, our room was lovely and the bed was very comfortable. There was a bit of noise from outside but it’s to be expected in the city centre. All the staff were very helpful and polite. Breakfast was good and plentiful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anton

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Steve

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Laurence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place poor breakfast
Great building and excellent service. Disappointed with the breakfast - ran out of croissants, butter, orange juice and white toast this morning and there was no black pudding!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay
It was amazing , fantastic . Warm and welcoming, staff brilliant. Great experience. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

michaela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect stay
What a beautiful hotel we absolutely loved it the staff were super friendly and the room was just perfect !
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Definitely worth a stay
Beautiful hotel, room was lovely and clean. Fantastic location and staff were very friendly. Complimentary wine was a lovely touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Carly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful hotel and our room was huge with a lovely high ceiling. Our room was slightly noisy in the night but that’s to be expected in a city on a Saturday night. Staff friendly and helpful especially when we got lost trying to find our room after using a different lift. Perfect location for the theatre
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Per

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely botanical Victorian theme
Absolutely gorgeous building! I am a plant lover and to see so many real plants everywhere and trees gave the hotel a really warm atmosphere. The cleaniliness of the building is 10/10. All staff look happy and are friendly. Only things we would say was not the best was the mattress and the double bed was very small. Food 8/10 we had room service for tea and breakfast in bed was absolutely lovely cant fault it. I visted the in house florist shop aswell, absolutely lovely lady who tends to all the plants with her team in the hotel. Great prices bought a lovely bunch. We had a little problem with our sink that was rectified within 10 minutes and the maitenance man was very pleasant. Bar area great, prices ok typical manchester prices. 15 minute walk to the opera house and if visiting the palace theatre 5 minute. Great restaurants fast food and shops. Parking in whitworth ncp really easy and 20 pound paid at the hotel for 24 hours.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Asif

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was painfully slow. We were directed to an out of order lift. We had a double room for too but the bed was small. WiFi signal was weak. Lovely room service breakfast but overall not good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A unique hotel close to Manchester city centre and the universities.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Lesley

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
My room was upgraded to a quieter room which was lovely but the room was accessible access and as an able bodied person i found it difficult to use. I asked to change rooms but was only offered my original noisy room. Had to have maintenance up for issues with but the hotel didnt seem to care. Disappointing for a hotel where we were sponsoring an event.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The building itself is gorgeous, the staff were friendly and it’s a 2 minute walk from the train station
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024