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
24 January 2025
Exceptional
The location
I can’t exceed the check out time
23 January 2025
Fabulous
Location was great Breakfast was exceptional Room was very clean
The loby and room furniture could be more comfortable Breakfast hall was small, narrow space and difficult to move in it.
23 January 2025
Exceptional
Perfect location
n/a
23 January 2025
Great hotel overall, very good stay
We didn't use the restaurant. Location was great for the Spinningfields restaurants we visited. Room was good but not outstanding.
We didn't like the washbasin being visible from the bedroom, there was no privacy (accepting that the loo and shower were suitably secluded.
22 January 2025
Good hotel
Good location and clean
A lot people waiting for breakfast
22 January 2025
Amazing time
Ambiance , neat and tidy
I liked everything
22 January 2025
good stuff
was such a lovely stay, breakfast top quality and the spa was a bit overcrowded
22 January 2025
Exceptional
Everything was clean and beautiful and slept amazingly. Spa was delightful too. Would definitely book again.
The breakfast was a little pricey but tasted great.
21 January 2025
Exceptional
Very clean rooms 👌 comfy beds great location enjoyed breakfast and spa.staff very polite and quick to help..I'm coming back soon to vist.
21 January 2025
Very nice stay
Loved the gum and pool
21 January 2025
It was very nice thing there. It was my husband’s birthday. He enjoyed it. They made him a very beautiful cake saying ha
Wonderful hotel
Nothing
21 January 2025
Perfect!
Everything, I couldn’t fault the hotel and would definitely stay again. The hotel is so central to everything
21 January 2025
Very enjoyable stay
All staff everywhere in hotel so nice hotel was excellent
21 January 2025
Lovely hotel would definitely recommend
Location was ideal
21 January 2025
A great city break
Location, staff, room, spa
Leaving
20 January 2025
Staff were excellent and rooms lovely. Great location.
Staff were brilliant and room was lovely. Average Buffet affair, with some choice. Sausages were nice.
The queue for breakfast was a while. Pastry was a little dry but we were one of the last to sit down for breakfast.
20 January 2025
Pleasant but room for improvement
Receptionist he was welcoming even upgraded our room Room was comfortable and the birthday cake and card was cute added a special touch Breakfast was great had a variety of choices Hotel overall look was nice
Spa staff she was not as much accommodating as I booked a session was running late (I hold my hands up) and told I only have nine minutes left of my time that then ruined some of the experience as I was celebrating my husbands birthday so didn’t get to use that facility. Did have a morning booking for the spa but didn’t attend due to the staff hostility the day before. Would of been a 10/10 experience however due to the poor hospitality from the spa staff It a good from me. Parking was a headache as the nearest NCP was a 10 min walk did receive a parking ticket.
20 January 2025
Located in central area of Manchester
Great location in Manchester and surrounded by amazing restaurants/cafes.
Felt like there was a dent in the mattress, other than that everything was great.
20 January 2025
Very good
The room was very nice. When we ordered food it came quickly. The pool was great and the hotel was nicely designed.
There was a constant humming noise from outside the window. The pillows and duvet weren’t that comfortable. The robes were old and tattered, both were torn. The treatments weren’t a viable during our stay.
20 January 2025
Excellent stay
Everything about the hotel was excellent. The staff were pleasant, approachable and helpful. The room was a very good size, clean, warm and well appointed. We have recently stayed in other hotels which advertise spa facilities which proved to be very poor. The area has been cold and all the facilities have not been working. Edwardian Spa was excellent!!. Warm, comfortable and everything was working correctly including early in the morning. The breakfast was well cooked. Well presented and with wide choice.
Although a time limit to spa use felt restrictive an hour was ok really in the evening and half hour in morning was ok; however, I would expect no restrictions at a 5 star hotel? I realise I am from a different generation and filming on mobkles is acceptable I really did feel that my privacy was being invaded whilst in the Spa watching people openly videoing the area with apparent no regard for people's privacy. There should be a ban on mobile phones in pool/ spa area. Who really needs a phone whilst swimming or sitting in a steam room? Some people struggle with their body image in areas like a pool and dont need to feel they may appear on someone's media stream. Although the breakfast did have a good selection to have to pay extra for items like waffles, cinnamon toast etc. seems unnecessary at a 5 star hotel.
20 January 2025
We have stayed at the Edwardian several times and are always happy with it
Check in quick and staff friendly and helpful. Room upgraded. Breakfast was very good and staff very friendly and helpful. Location perfect for the centre of Manchester - restaurants, pubs, shops etc.
Would have preferred a door between the dressing room/bathroom area and the bedroom for privacy
20 January 2025
Premium hotel
Loved the hotel decor, comfy beds and luxury bathrooms
The spa was too busy for the amount of people booked in, spoilt the experience. Not enough room to swim.
20 January 2025
Excellent
Modern
Nothing
20 January 2025
Exceptional
The employees were exceptional. In particular the manager that came up to our room, the in room dining man that even phoned up to see if we enjoyed the food this Saturday (such a nice touch) and the lady running the spa was also exceptional. Also the waiters at breakfast was great and the offering is well put together and makes the experience perfect alongside the spa and gym.
19 January 2025
Service from staff was excellent. Accommodation was excellent
Surprised we had to join a queuing system for breakfast and was not offered coffee whilst we waited at the bar area.
Breakfast area was small, tight seating spaces. Central Food dispensers (bacon, eggs, sausages etc)were very high.
19 January 2025
Was a fantastic hotel in the centre of everything will definitely be back
It was very clean and the spa was lovely had a fantastic massage
No complaints was a very good all around stay
19 January 2025
Very good
The location is great. The pool area is lovely and the atmosphere is fantastic.
There is no car park so you have to park at the Grear Northern. It would be good to get a discount when staying at the hotel.
19 January 2025
Perfect hotel perfect location
Beautiful hotel perfect location
Not applicable
19 January 2025
I stayed here with my daughter and our friends for her birthday, the hotel and all facilities were unmatched by any othe
Absolutely everything!
Nothing whatsoever.
18 January 2025
Exceptional
Excelent
18 January 2025
Perfect for a city centre couples break
Felt very luxurious, even our standard room was excellent. Staff superb, breakfast great! V close to shopping areas and places of interest.
18 January 2025
A five star with five star service, which isn't always the case
The staff were excellent (special thanks to Kyaw), facilities and room were spotlessly clean
Noise from the lift shaft and A/C (while off) was a slight nuisance (room 418
18 January 2025
Fabulous
I advice that hotel if you looking for a hotel for you and your partner
18 January 2025
Fabulous
Location Location Location
Expensive drinks etc, as expected.
17 January 2025
perfection!
we got a complimentary upgrade and also all of my birthday requests were followed and the room was perfect! we had the best time and we will absolutely stay again we loved it
it was all fantastic I dont have a bad word to say
17 January 2025
Exceptional
Lovely staff and beautiful hotel.
16 January 2025
A little bit of luxury
Fabulous hotel, very modern, clean and bright. Lovely staff. Our room was amazing, lovely touches for guests, an ice chip machine in the corridor and an ice container in the room! Fabulous! Really comfy beds. A huge and varied breakfast selection. Really enjoyed our stay here.
Everything was perfect.
16 January 2025
Lovey hotel. Great location
Really lovely hotel. Large rooms, nice bar area. Lovely pool. Great location within the city.
Nothing
15 January 2025
Great place to stay that’s central with helpful and friendly staff.
Kind and helpful staff that are willing to make your stay the best possible. Very clean and spacious rooms. Breakfast selection was great. Spa was also very clean and a nice relaxing experience.
14 January 2025
Exceptional
Lovely facilities and staff amd room
Nothing
14 January 2025
lovely hotel with great location, facilities and staff.
such a lovely hotel within city centre, beds were super comfy and staff were friendly and helpful.
Honestly could not fault this hotel.
14 January 2025
Insane!
everything was great. The staff genuinely wanted to help and make our stay more enjoyable.
that we didn’t stay longer!
14 January 2025
Fabulous
Very clean polite and friendly staff nice pool area and fantastic breakfast
Nothing not to like
14 January 2025
True definition of a 5* hotel
Excellent facilities and staff were amazing
Would be great to have an hour and a half in the spa
14 January 2025
Very good
Rooms were nice and location was perfect
Housekeeping was poor didn't arrive till 430 pm one day and not at all the next
13 January 2025
Fabulous
Breakfast, view, comfortable bed.
13 January 2025
Perfect place to stay and we will return
Absolutely gorgeous building and stunning interior. Customer service was above and beyond. Perfect location for shops, bars and restaurants.
If I was being really picky, we were woken once in the night from noise from bars across the street and the fact that our rooms were at the side of the building close to them.
13 January 2025
Excellent
Lovely and beautiful
13 January 2025
great experience in a good location
lovely, spacious room with comfortable bed. well equipped. very nice breakfast and service
breakfast range could benefit from some fish options
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
- - Spa lounge/relaxation area
- - Back massage
- - Full body massage
- - Fitness
- - 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
24 January 2025
Comfortable, welcoming and relaxing.
It was super clean, very cosy and the spa was absolutely amazing.
I loved it all.