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

  • Katharine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Amazing historic building with beautiful tiles and architectural features. Also complementary drinks between 5-6 pm was nice surprise.
  • Lindsey
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything!! The most perfect stay in the most beautiful hotel.
  • Richard
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful hotel - a real experience, excellent breakfast, very helpful staff.
  • Alastair
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Roome were excellent, large , large beds, and beautifully appointed
  • Jill
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Loved the location, staff friendliness and social hour!
  • Sanjay
    India 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 United Kingdom
    Lovely spacious and nicely styled. Good facilities and the breakfast buffet was delicious.
  • Rob
    United Kingdom 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 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 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

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.