Kimpton Clocktower by IHG
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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Availability
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Bedroom 1 1 extra-large double bed Bedroom 2 1 extra-large double bed | ||
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Sustainability
- BREEAM
- Green Key (FEE)
- Green Tourism
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Katharine
United Kingdom
“Amazing historic building with beautiful tiles and architectural features. Also complementary drinks between 5-6 pm was nice surprise.” - Lindsey
United Kingdom
“Everything!! The most perfect stay in the most beautiful hotel.” - Richard
United Kingdom
“Beautiful hotel - a real experience, excellent breakfast, very helpful staff.” - Alastair
United Kingdom
“Roome were excellent, large , large beds, and beautifully appointed” - Jill
United Kingdom
“Loved the location, staff friendliness and social hour!” - Sanjay
India
“1. The reception desk was exceptionally customer friendly in accommodating requests and they were very attentive to customer care. 2. The Restauarnat was fabulous as I experienced breakfast 3. The location was mervellous on Oford street and...” - Sarah
United Kingdom
“Lovely spacious and nicely styled. Good facilities and the breakfast buffet was delicious.” - Rob
United Kingdom
“Breakfast delivered to the room in the morning was just simply brilliant. Finished off the wonderful stay! Had a large accessible room booked and it didn’t disappoint! The wow factor was perfect for my wife’s birthday and I couldn’t have asked...” - Robert
United Kingdom
“Refuge bar was great place to chill at the end of the night, amazing location, helpful staff, Kimpton hour was an unexpected bonus.” - Joanna
United Kingdom
“The room was lovely. Very comfy bed and spotless bathroom. The staff were great and the bar downstairs really fun.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- The Refuge
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
House rules
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.





The fine print
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.