Stock Exchange Hotel, Manchester
Expert reviews
“This city centre hotel, housed in Manchester’s former Stock Exchange, shows off its heritage with style. Original features such as marble columns, stained glass and fireplaces sparkle, while an excellent restaurant by chef Tom Kerridge is in pride of place in the building’s magnificent dome, formerly the trading floor.”
What guests liked
- Central location
- Comfortable beds
- Friendly staff
- Room service
- Bar
All you need to know
The Stock Exchange Hotel, bearing the name of its former life as the Manchester Stock Exchange, is a testament to some of the finest architectural designs within the city.
The hotel’s Edwardian Baroque style, featuring original marble, brass, and handcrafted woodwork, is a compelling reason to consider a stay in this historical building.
With 40 tastefully decorated rooms, this hotel caters to groups of varying sizes. Each room offers stylish furniture, internet connectivity, Nespresso machines, and flat-screen televisions.
However, it’s the Executive Suites that steal the show with smart TVs, minibars, and standalone bathtubs. The most grandiose accommodation is the penthouse residence on the top floor. It boasts skylights, a rooftop terrace and offers breathtaking city views.
Within the hotel resides The Bull and Bear, a restaurant led by chef Tom Kerridge. Nestled beneath the hotel’s striking domed ceiling, the restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, offering a fusion of elegance and accessibility with traditional British cuisine.
Additionally, guests have the option to dine at The Vault and The Bank, but these are reserved for private dining experiences.
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Recent guest reviews
26 April 2025
Exceptional
Luxurious, comfortable, convenient, great experience overall.
Nothing
26 April 2025
Hotel was beautiful
The smell as soon as I walked in was amazing and the complimentary glass of champagne on arrival was a lovely touch. Staff were very friendly. The rooms were spacious.
I think the only disappointment was the fact we didn’t get a bath however, this was a fault of ours for not enquiring about this beforehand. Good location but bit of walk from the car park we chose.
18 April 2025
Exceptional
Nigel the concierge was fantastic, very professional, friendly and courteous.
17 April 2025
OUR SECOND STAY. GREAT LOCATION, LOVELY STAFF, VERY NICE ROOMS AND COMFORTABLE BEDS.
GOOD BREAKFAST, A LITTLE MORE CHOICE WOULD BE GREAT.
ALL GOOD
16 April 2025
very good wow factor in our suite and stay,
Didn't eat at hotel, but we stayed for a special celebration. The key part was the welcome upon entering the hotel, the touch of class with a glass of champagne and the explanation from Nigel whilst offering champagne and sharing his knowledge of the history of the hotel was class. that set the tone ..
nothing to be honest. We arrived on a Monday so the cocktail and grill bistro were quiet and the cocktail bar was closed, so on our next visit we will stay over the weekend.
16 April 2025
Exceptional
Outstanding
11 April 2025
Exceptional
We stayed here after our wedding day. They upgraded our room when we arrived as noticed we just been married and gave us a nice little note and congratulations written in chocolate. Nigel the butter what an absolute gentleman he wqs and can have some banter to loved him and all the staff. Even at breakfast they couldn't be faulted made then end to our wedding even more memorable
3 April 2025
Nice place to stay
the building and rooms are fantastic the staff are brilliant
the first breakfast was fine but day 2 wasnt great The servicec was really slow
1 April 2025
A great short stay!
A lovely hotel and staff were so welcoming and helpful.
28 March 2025
Stylish stay in the city
Suite was stunning. Very modern and beautifully furnished.large terrace.
did not get a chance to try the restaurant
20 March 2025
Inner city luxury, we can’t wait to experience again!
We loved the overall decor of the hotel, decadent yet modern. The staff were incredibly helpful, and professional. Great food and drinks, especially loved the cocktails. We came to celebrate my partner’s birthday along with a couple of friends who also stayed at the hotel. Even as we left the next morning, somewhat fragile from too much alcohol consumption, our car was brought to us with accompanying bottles of water for our drive home! Much needed hydration and excellent service!
Nothing! We can’t wait to stay again.
17 March 2025
Lovely Hotel for A Short Overnight Stay in Manchester
The bedroom and bathroom were huge and very clean. The room was equipped with everything you would need for a one night stay and the bathroom had underfloor heating which was a nice surprise. We slept well as a result of a very comfortable bed, pillows etc., and there is no noise pollution from other rooms or from outside the hotel. The hotel is well located and the building has a lot of history and character. Very charming. Would stay here again when in Manchester.
Breakfast in the morning was very expensive and I'm unsure if the quality / portion size reflected how much we were charged.
17 March 2025
Fabulous
Staff were fantastic and a credit to the Hotel.
Breakfast was expensive and not great for what we paid.
14 March 2025
A short stay but very pleasant and comfortable
I know it from when it was a restaurant!! But clean and modern
Difficult to get to by car
11 March 2025
Very good
Beautiful room, lovely shower. Gorgeous food.
Very poor wifi, kept cutting out, would have been fine if mobile reception was okay but it’s I a bit of a dead zone. I had to ring the hotel from an outside line to order room service at about 7pm as the room service line had a “our restaurant reversion. Line is closed, please call back” message. Would be 10/10 if they fixed the above.
7 March 2025
Stock Exchange Hotel Manchester
The staff were very helpful especially Nigel, who was friendly and welcoming and very wise, due to his extensive experience in hospitality. Tender restaurant was excellent and Sterling bar downstairs had a large selection of cocktails to choose from.
It was a little noisy at night, due to its central location.
7 March 2025
Luxury hotel situated in the very centre of Manchester.
This is a centrally located hotel but in narrow streets, as you’d expect for the price it is very clean and the rooms are large, comfortable and well appointed. The concierge staff were welcoming, helpful and friendly. The breakfast was first rate- probably one of the best I’ve had in any hotel.
Parking is restricted so I used the valet option which is expensive but this is just a niggle.
7 March 2025
Everything in the room is beautifully thought out, the furniture is stunning, the location perfect
The building itself is beautiful and very unique
Nothing
1 March 2025
Exceptional
Everything was perfect
1 March 2025
Fabulous
The staff abd accommodation were very good, excellent location
27 February 2025
Fabulous
Clean, comfortable and breakfast was fabulous
27 February 2025
A wonderfully stylish & welcoming hotel
Wonderful welcome, and a glass of champagne. A beautiful room, spotlessly clean & with all the facilities you need (and some we should have but we didn’t like a yoga mat!!). In a great central city location. With a lovely bar in the stunningly restored trading floor & not silly drinks prices.
We were on the first floor & there was just a little road noise first thing in the morning but what do you expect in such a centrally located hotel
18 February 2025
Deepak is a treasure!
This is the second time my husband and I have stayed. Everything about this hotel is stunning. Most importantly, the staff. There is one particular member who stood out from our visit on June 24 and February 25 - Deepak. He is such a treasure and asset to the company. He remembers such small details, which is remarkable considering the number of guests that stay! He always has a smile on his face, and it's just such a pleasure to talk to. The owners of this hotel need to look after him for sure! Thank you for making our stay a joy.
Nothing
17 February 2025
Lovely stay but a few things that could be worked on.
Staff were lovely. Great location. Complimentary champagne on arrival. Bed was very big. Lovely breakfast.
Not enough room in the shower in the room we selected. Pretty hard to not get your hair wet. Didn't find the pillows as comfortable as I expected, they didn't feel supportive of my neck and shoulders. Carpets in and around the hotel need a clean, especially outside our room. Iron in the room wasn't the best. Prices of snacks/mini bar were high. I would have expected the snacks at least to be free of charge due to price of the room. Stayed as a gift for my husbands birthday so expected a bit more of a welcome. The complimentary champagne was lovely but I believe this is what everyone gets. Would have been nice to have an extra glass or some form of extra without having to pay additional (for example room decroations/flowers).
17 February 2025
Best Hotel in Manchester - a real 5* hotel!
This is my second stay and it’s my favourite hotel in Manchester. Best location, fantastic staff and lovely hotel. Rooms are lovely and spacious. Great amenities. It feels exclusive and definitely 5* !
The room on my first stay was a lot nicer than the second, this time the room felt slightly tatty in places. But that is the only thing that could’ve been improved slightly.
17 February 2025
Wonderful luxury hotel, where nothing is service and guest experience is second to none.
Wonderful hotel, set in the old stock exchange. Every effort has been made to retain the original features and it has sympathetically been converted to an amazing hotel. You are greeted with a glass of champagne on arrive, and literally nothing is too much trouble for the staff. Our room was amazing with a wonderful rain shower and the bed was so comfortable, we slept really well. Breakfast in the restaurant was superb, my only regret is that we couldn’t stay longer!
Nothing!
12 February 2025
Beautiful hotel, centrally located
We love staying here - we stayed in the junior suite and it was lush!
N/A
9 February 2025
Exceptional
The hotel was stunning, staff couldn’t do enough for you
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9 February 2025
Excellenty
So nice to be waited on,and everything was cooked to perfection
9 February 2025
Perfect!
Stunning place to stay. Exceptionally clean and comfortable room. Staff were lovely and we were given welcome drinks on our arrival. Breakfast the next day is also a must. We will be back.
N/A
7 February 2025
I recommend the hotel but with reservations.
Attractive building. Good location. Professional staff. Comfortable bedroom. Very clean.
Lack of a traditional bar/lounge area. Disappointing ‘sharing’ menu in the restaurant - certainly not any use for a vegetarian & a carnivore dining together.
7 February 2025
Good
Room 107 was very noisy outside with vehicles.
3 February 2025
Exceptional
Perfect
Nothing
3 February 2025
Great time and hope to visit again.
Beautiful property. Lovely friendly staff. Comfy rooms. Amazing location
Liked it all .
1 February 2025
Perfect
Everything. Quiet classy haven yet in the centre of Manchester.
25 January 2025
First class
General feel of luxury well supported by the staff
Dropping off luggage was difficult whilst building works are on going in the city
24 January 2025
Exceptional
Great location and fantastic rooms. Great place to stay in the middle of Manchester.
24 January 2025
Beautiful historic hotel a treat to stay at!
Beautiful building tastefully decorated. Very clean and comforting rooms .staff very friendly and welcoming. Great location for exploring the city .
There could have been more choice at breakfast. Lots of fancy dishes but not enough traditional fare eg.Omelettes, boiled eggs, more choice of items on toast, different breads,fruit yoghurts,.
23 January 2025
superb venue and fabulous staff
lovely venue and staff are absolutely fantastic. won’t hesitate to visit again
21 January 2025
We were there for a special occasion and the staff went above and beyond.
Beautiful hotel
18 January 2025
Lovely night away. Will definitely return.
Absolutely stunning hotel!. Modern, clean and the Staff are so helpful and welcoming.
Whats not to like.
15 January 2025
Very good
Location. Interior design. Breakfast
Restaurant taking hiatus for dinner
15 January 2025
Staff superb, breakfast superb just disappointed with the room.
The staff were superb and couldn't do enough for you. They were so friendly and helpful. The welcome drink on arrival was very welcome indeed! The breakfast was superb and of very high quality - the best breakfast we have had in a hotel! The 'Jo Loves' toiletries in the bathroom were lovely also.
I felt the room was very small and the mattress was hard and sloping down towards your head which was annoying. I expected the bed to be really comfortable but was disappointed. The climate control pad in the room was complicated and you couldn't seem to alter the temperature or just simply turn it off! The control pad stay lit all night which affected sleep. Both myself and my husband hardly slept. Also, we stayed on a Monday evening and the hotel bar was closed which was disappointing. I have never stayed at a 5 star hotel before where you are unable to visit the bar no matter what night you stay. As this was an expensive hotel to stay at, it is only for these reasons that we have marked it down from excellent.
14 January 2025
Fabulous
A lovely welcome by the staff who were very helpful and friendly. The room layout and facilities were superb. The location was excellent for the main shopping areas.
A slight bugbear was that the maximum temperature of water is set far too low, meaning it was impossible to have a bath that was hot enough. I also felt that the mini-bar prices were too high by far.
13 January 2025
Lovely experience. Great staff
Spotless adequately equipped rooms. Warm and friendly staff who seemed genuine in wanting you to have the best time in the hotel and Manchester. I liked being told about the history of the hotel. I definitely would go back!
Nothing as I liked it all very much
12 January 2025
Very good
Bar
6 January 2025
Excellent staff & service
Welcome glass of champagne with flexibility when you have it. Helpful staff & very clean & well serviced room. I was concerned initially that it’s now a Marriott & that it might not be as good but it was just the same.
If you don’t like noise you’d have to ask for a quiet room as there’s street noise and what sounded like a generator at the front as it’s in the town centre.
3 January 2025
Had a great stay here, very close to shops and restaurants. Perfect start to the new year
Very good location, friendly staff. Stylish and clean.
1 January 2025
Wow! Would recommend to anybody to stay here
Very spacious & clean. It had a lovely aroma on entry. staff were exceptional, couldn’t fault anything.
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Snack bar
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Family rooms
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Soundproof rooms
- - Heating
- - Allergy-free room
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
- - Shared lounge/TV area
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Express check-in/check-out
- - Luggage storage
- - Concierge service
- - Private check-in/check-out
- - Invoice provided
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Trouser press (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Parking
- - Parking garage
Accessibility
- - Wheelchair accessible
- - Toilet with grab rails
- - Higher level toilet
- - Lower bathroom sink
- - Emergency cord in bathroom
Activities
- - Beauty Services
- - Facial treatments
- - Waxing services
- - Make up services
- - Hair treatments
- - Manicure
- - Pedicure
- - Hair cut
- - Hair styling
- - Body treatments
- - Personal trainer
- - Live sport events (broadcast)
Miscellaneous
- - Key card access
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Face masks for guests available
26 April 2025
The whole experience was what we hoped for and we will definitely be returning