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Here in the capital of the north, we may not have quite as many five-star hotels as they do in London (they’ve got more than 50 and we’ve got two – one of which is actually in Salford), but there are still some very nice places to stay.

Providing five-star accommodation in the heart of the city centre, the Radisson Edwardian is located on Peter Street, which links Deansgate and Oxford Street. This makes it an ideal base for sightseeing and entertainment in Manchester, enjoying proximity to a plethora of theatres, art attractions, restaurants, bars and clubs. It is housed within the grade II-listed Free Trade Hall, which was originally built in 1846 and rebuilt after the Manchester Blitz of World War Two. It has also famously hosted gigs by Bob Dylan in 1966, Pink Floyd on numerous occasions and a legendary concert by the Sex Pistols in 1976. Its well-regarded restaurants are named Opus One (formal) and Alto (less so).

Despite being geographically located in Salford, the Lowry Hotel is often considered part of Manchester city centre, sitting on the banks of the River Irwell within easy reach of the shopping district and numerous bars and restaurants. It is the choice of many celebrities who visit Manchester, due to its five-star status and striking design. The Lowry Hotel’s River Restaurant has received excellent reviews in recent years and it also boasts luxury spa facilities.

The Midland Hotel on Peter Street is probably Manchester’s most famous, being the meeting place of Charles Stewart Rolls and Frederick Henry Royce in 1906 – an event which resulted in one of the world’s most well-known car manufacturing companies. The grand building was built between 1898 and 1903 and has been a hotel ever since, now operating at a four-star level.

Manchester’s other notable hotels include Abode and Malmaison in Piccadilly – and the city also offers a wide variety of self-catered accommodation options. Manchester serviced apartments are located in the Northern Quarter, Deansgate, the Gay Village and Salford Quays, among other locations.