The Edwardian Hotel, Manchester
Expert reviews
“In the heart of the city, this elegant option invites you to unwind with its atmospheric spa (complete with a urban subterranean swimming pool, sauna, steam rooms and cutting-edge gym), luxurious afternoon teas, and memorable dining including contemporary Japanese and Mexican small plates in Peter Street Kitchen.”
Featured as Fodor’s Choice in Manchester.
“Gladstone, Dickens and Fitzgerald…just some of the names associated with the historic Free Trade Hall, now an elegant business hotel with high-end trimmings and decor. It has done its best to preserve the memories of the building’s most famous visitors.”
“This five-star hotel, set in one of Manchester’s grandest buildings, the Free Trade Hall, often hosts celebrity visitors to the city (Simon Cowell and Sven-Goran Eriksson among them). Guests will enjoy the spa and unique restaurant, and the location’s also handy for visitors to the Manchester Central Convention Centre.”
What guests liked
- Top location
- Friendly staff
- Comfortable beds
- Free Wifi
- Swimming pool
All you need to know
Formerly a historic Free Trade Hall, The Edwardian Manchester, A Radisson Collection Hotel, is an upscale boutique hotel with a rich history. The grandiose architecture and archways of the exterior reflect the fascinating history of this building, while the interior has been refurbished to include contemporary design and thoughtful details. Over the years, this incredible structure has served as the backdrop to political rallies, world-renowned music shows, and violent protests.
Each room includes modern amenities, like comfortable beds, high-speed WiFi, high-tech spa-like bathrooms, and crisp white linens. Minimalist design permeates each space, showcasing an earthy and neutral color palette throughout guest rooms. Some rooms come with incredible city views, and the penthouse suite provides the most luxurious experience with an abundance of space, impeccable design, and plush furniture.
Enjoy a dip in the hotel pool, a massage at the Espa spa, or a workout in the fitness center. Grab a signature cocktail in The Library curated by Assouline, which also provides access to famous fashion books and an afternoon tea. Peter Street Kitchen, the hotel’s main restaurant, has a chic and elegant atmosphere, serving Mexican small plates and contemporary Japanese, with an extensive selection of adult beverages, including cocktails, sake, and wine.
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Location
Recent guest reviews
30 December 2025
Fabulous
excellent location and facilities
Champagne bar was very expensive
29 December 2025
Would definitely visit again
Great facilities and location
The breakfast finishing at 11 should have the chance to have breakfast after check out so breakfast until 12 would be great for all customers staying here, something else I think would be a great improvement would be having the chance to extend your check out time until 1 pm then it gives customers chance to wake up at a reasonable time go down to the spa then shower and head up for breakfast before preparing for check out
29 December 2025
Lovely stay to celebrate Christmas
Room was spacious and tranquil
Bathroom could have been cleaner
29 December 2025
It was nice.
Hotel is stunning.
It was loud and so I couldn't sleep. I requested a room with two beds and that was ignored.
29 December 2025
Excellent stay
Stunning hotel lovely spa and pool. Rooms very comfortable and all little touches nice.
29 December 2025
Perfect
Location and comfort
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28 December 2025
Would stay here again
Location/Facilities
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28 December 2025
Perfect for a relaxing birthday spa staycation, lovely solo night away from the kids with really quick room service.
Everything was spot on , rooms are huge and very clean.
The spa was busier than i would have liked at 8am
28 December 2025
Our stay was very pleasant, peaceful and very comfortable
The location
Our room had no view just a brick wall
28 December 2025
Exceptional
Friendly staff and great facilities.
Noisy at night.
27 December 2025
Amazing hotel. Fantastic staff. Loved the stay.
Immaculate. Professional staff. Excellent facilities.
The lifts are so very slow.
26 December 2025
Lovely stay and staff thank you
Staff friendly who were attentive
Spa felt over crowded with big groups hogging the hot tub and the pool and beds over crowded. Suggestion: limit amount of people in the spa at a time as some people who were they’re before us were still there when we left
26 December 2025
Exceptional
Very helpful and friendly staff.
26 December 2025
Fabulous
As usual , great location, staff are brilliant and the rooms are very comfortable , bedding very good indeed.
Needs a more comfortable reception area and more Parking options
26 December 2025
Loved it the view breakfast staff was amazing. We will be coming back to stay again.
Spa and gym exceptional
Check out time for 11 is terrible
24 December 2025
Amazing, would recommend!
Clean, modern and has it all. Staff were incredibly helpful and friendly.
23 December 2025
Nice and relaxed stay
Location and the champagne bar
22 December 2025
Christmas weekend
Location, facilities, staff. Gary on concierge deserves a special mention as does Koby in the bar. Two diamonds in there positions. 🙌🏼🙌🏼
Lift out of order, 20 mins to get downstairs each day.
22 December 2025
Fabulous
Everything from walking through the door was perfect. Really friendly staff, the room was on the 14th floor with a great view and the spa was great. Definitely go again.
22 December 2025
A lovely stay, friendly and helpful staff. Great for my daughters 18th Birthday weekend
Hotel was lovely and festive. Felt very clean and uncluttered upon our arrival. Had a problem with our heating someone came out within 15 mins am sorted out the issue. Glad there were extra pillows in the cupboard. Spa was lovely could have done with more an hour slot but pool water was warm and jacuzzi was lovely and hot Breakfast buffet was lovely, great selection of food something for everyone.
A slight smell in our room when we arrived.
22 December 2025
Unreal
Good location , the friendliest staff. The best birthday celebrations
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22 December 2025
Luxurious & stylish
Beautiful hotel, spacious comfy rooms. Excellent location. Staff were very friendly & welcoming. Spa was lovely, the heated pool was fantastic.
For the price, breakfast should be included.
22 December 2025
Excellent all round. Staff & facilities all fantastic.
We specifically asked for room 501 & we’re delighted to be allocated that room. Thank you so much for a wonderful stay.,
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21 December 2025
The beautiful city view and pristine interior made the hotel the highlight of our city break.
Beautiful room, especially the view. The pool and spa area was amazing too. The staff all said happy birthday to my girlfriend and the hotel gave her a card and a small desert in the room when we arrived. Was a very nice suprise. One staff member in particular, can’t recall his name unfortunately but was a young man, was very helpful and we tried to go to him with any questions, complimented my jacket as well, very nice person.
No problems at all.
21 December 2025
Great stay
Great location and very friendly helpful staff
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21 December 2025
Very good
Spa was nice and clean Breakfast for veggie/ halal was boring Staff were nice Ice dispensers outside rooms
No access to rooms and was locked out from 10:00 partner went to reception twice Very long wait for lifts during check out
21 December 2025
Wholesome
The rooms were big and all the staff were friendly
Lifts were too busy during checkout so had to take some random fire escape stairs
21 December 2025
Very good
The spa facilities and the fact they gave early checkin
No view from the room
21 December 2025
Exceptional
Even at a busy time the hotel is still immaculate and the staff are all attentive nd helpful. Whenever we come to Manchester we stay here. Fabulous breakfast too!
21 December 2025
Superb hotel with great staff
Great location Really attentive staff
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21 December 2025
Very central location, lovely bar and restaurant. Clean comfortable rooms with all facilities Z
Location, clean, stylish
We were on the 11th floor- there was a long wait for the lifts
20 December 2025
Great for Xmas market
Great value, spa excellent, friendly staff
20 December 2025
Excellent
Very well situated
19 December 2025
Fabulous
Really nice, spacious and comfy rooms. Beautiful hotel & spa and gym.
19 December 2025
Very good
Really nice hotel
No parking
19 December 2025
Exceptional
Staff very polite and caring. Hotel beautiful and clean. All you need in room. Beds comfortable.
Champagme bar had a private function on, on 2nd day of our visit. The other bar was closed during the day.
18 December 2025
Excellent, great location .
Very comfortable, beautiful decor. Very friendly staff. Nice pool and spa.
Went to the Japanese looking front bar for a drink just after 11, waited to be served when staff weren’t doing much. Then we were told 5 times they were closing at 12. Was really annoying!
18 December 2025
Amazing location. Lovely staff. Room was spotless as was the pool and spa.
Clean. Pool area and spa was immaculate.
17 December 2025
Will come back, for sure
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17 December 2025
enjoyed our stay
everything was nice
pillows - were very soft but i cloud use a harder one coffee/tea/apples could be nice if were available at the lobby
16 December 2025
Nice one night stay
It’s situated right in the centre of Manchester for the market, shopping and restaurants. The rooms were spacious, It’s always a lovely stay here, we’ve been coming here for the last 13yrs
I feel sometimes you don’t get the attention you need from staff, we waited a while before we was asked for a hot drink at breakfast when we was half way through our meal, it wasn’t busy either. Also at the bar was the same in the afternoon, some people seem to get more priority than others I feel it’s changed a lot over the years unfortunately. We never complain in a review but I felt like we had too as this hotel isn’t the cheapest
16 December 2025
Edwardian stay for Christmas treat
Check in reception was really warm and friendly and everyone we spoke to were warm and welcoming, the room was amazing with a good size bed and a lovely big bath and separate shower. We took advantage of the swiming pool and steam room the next morning had to pre book a time slot so it didn't get lots of guest in the pool at the same time which was so relaxing and chilled out as it wasn't over crowded. Will definitely book another stay at The Edwardian. On a side note accidentally left my phone in the room, returned to reception and explained what had happened and they were really helpful in helping me get my phone back without any fuss, great team xx
I can not fault the Edwardian at all room was amazing, facilities were fabulous and all the staff were fantastic x
16 December 2025
Absolutely perfect
Location
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15 December 2025
A magical christmassy hotel
Beautiful, Clean, Cosie , Magical
Nothing to not like
15 December 2025
Fabulous
Great reception, Cole was superb.
Bar prices do not encourage more drinks to be ordered.
14 December 2025
Exceptional
Excellent rooms, high quality
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14 December 2025
Best birthday celebration
Absolutely brilliant Great day and night
The bar, spa and rooms were brilliant
14 December 2025
Highly Recommended Hotel
Great location. Superb rooms. Service and Staff
14 December 2025
Gorgeous hotel with great staff! with lovely and clean rooms
Great location - walking distance for food and shopping. Hotel was lovely and staff were professional and friendly! Room was lovely, spacious and very clean! Shower was hot and powerful! Bed was very comfy! The black out blind really helped with getting a good night sleep!
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Kid meals (additional charge)
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Family rooms
- - Lift
- - Soundproof rooms
- - Heating
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Fax/photocopying
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Express check-in/check-out
- - Currency exchange
- - Luggage storage
- - Concierge service
- - Invoice provided
Activities
- - Sauna
- - Fitness centre
- - Spa and wellness centre
- - Massage (additional charge)
- - Indoor pool
- - Spa facilities
- - Steam room
- - Spa lounge/relaxation area
- - Spa/wellness packages
- - Back massage
- - Neck massage
- - Head massage
- - Full body massage
- - Fitness
- - Personal trainer
- - Fitness/spa locker rooms
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Trouser press
- - Daily housekeeping
Parking
- - Accessible parking
Accessibility
- - Wheelchair accessible
Pool and wellness
- - Swimming pool
- - Swimming pool
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key access
- - Key card access
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Breakfast takeaway containers
- - Delivered food is securely covered
- - Access to health care professionals
- - Face masks for guests available

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30 December 2025
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