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
7 March 2026
Exceptional
All the staff were really friendly and welcoming! The room was light and spacious. Excellent location, especially for Lane7, peaky blinders etc. Spa was beautiful, definitely one of the best hotel spas in the city...great facilities and really relaxing!
6 March 2026
Amazing hotel, staff are equally amazing!
Amazing hotel!
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6 March 2026
Exceptional
The heated pool was amazing. Very friendly and helpful wait staff in the restaurant and bar.
6 March 2026
Exceptional
Breakfast
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4 March 2026
It was amazing and would definitely stay again
It was clean and very nice
I don’t know if the bath plug was broken or not but it wouldn’t close
1 March 2026
Exceptional
Very luxurious and the staff could not do enough for you. Made my wife feel at home immediately
25 February 2026
Excellent service and great stay
Clean, easy layout, central location
25 February 2026
Fantastic
I really liked the gentleman on the front desk. He was really helpful and kind. I can’t remember his name, but I would like to give a big thank you to him. He also checked me out in the morning and again was just as pleasant and friendly. Pool was great. Guests were great. Room was great. Great location.
I really enjoyed the property. There was nothing negative to mention.
25 February 2026
Super conmfrotable, good service and lovely room with fantastic facilities
facilities were great. service was good
Only with a lift being out, time taken for lifts was longer than you would expect. However I unbderstand these things happen and improvements are being made
24 February 2026
Overall very nice place and would stay again
Nice rooms and the spa was very nice
They was doing maintenance work on the lifts so it was abit of a nightmare at peak times
23 February 2026
Marvellous
It’s beautiful hotel in a great city great place to get to everything
22 February 2026
A great location and hopefully will have the opportunity to stay in the future.
The Spa facilities were excellent and the hotel was very clean and smelt lovely in the hall ways. The ice facilities were a nice touch and I mentioned on the booking that it was my daughter’s 21st and a cake and card was put in our room as a surprise which was lovely.
The lift situation… it took over 10 mins to get access to the lift which is not acceptable in a 5 star hotel. The staff on reception didn’t smile and I think for the price of the stay breakfast should have been included.
22 February 2026
Unbelievable
How well kept it is beautiful building
Not what I expected about the room
21 February 2026
All I can say is that I kept on saying to my partner that I wish I could stay longer. It was a very beautiful hotel. The
It was various aesthetic and beautiful
The sink in the bathroom of the room that I stayed in didn’t drain the water properly
21 February 2026
Fabulous
Nice relaxed
21 February 2026
Fabulous
The Spa The breakfast
21 February 2026
Good but slightly disappointing
Great location and fabulous conversion of an iconic building. Loved the pool and spa area - it’s quite small so you have to book an hour slot though which may be inconvenient Lovely breakfast.
A bit style over substance. Seems to be designed for tall guests so the in room toiletries were fixed to the wall at inconvenient heights - I’m average height and found them ok just. Tiny cups to make tea/coffee so the tea ended up over strong. Low and v firm mattress- not the most comfortable . Light switches on only 1 side of the bed. Together with blackout blind made it quite tricky. No door to basin so impossible not to get up in the night without waking partner. Room service didn’t answer after midnight.
20 February 2026
Fabulous hotel, in a great location, with the most amazing staff
A beautiful hotel, amazing pool, gym and spa and excellent breakfast. In a great location and all the staff were so welcoming and very helpful. A wonderful bar and restaurant and the decor in all areas was lovely
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20 February 2026
Fantastic stay. Would recommend and come again!
The room was really good. Spacious, clean, great view.
No hairdryer. Prior to our stay, I contacted twice regarding balloons and organising them to surprise my husband for his 30th but got no response both times.
20 February 2026
great location luxury stay thank you
got an up grade to suite very welcome thank you
need extra chair comfortable one in room maybe hooks to hang outdoor coats by door unsure of sink in the room
20 February 2026
Very enjoyable short stay for business and super friendly staff!
The staff were very friendly, with the breakfast team particularly welcoming and attentive. Breakfast itself was varied and plentiful. The bar had a relaxed, inviting atmosphere, and my room was comfortable and clean — the upgrade to a suite was very much appreciated.
The lifts took a very long time to arrive and it wasn't easy to find or access the stairs to use as an alternative.
19 February 2026
Fabulous!
Central location. Extensive drinks menu and attentive bar staff. Room was immaculate and perfect for our stay.
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18 February 2026
Lovely hotel and great customer service
Loved the location and the staff were excellent
Would have liked a choice of pillows but didn’t seem to be available
18 February 2026
Exceptional
Loved the general ambience, wonderful staff and spa
Not hotel's fault but rowdy people in the spa not adhering to rules
18 February 2026
Perfect place to feel closer in your couple , or feel closer with your family
Really Cosy , staff were great. Just everything you’d expect from booking the hotel for a stay
Unreal stay , we have no complaints
18 February 2026
Very good
Staff were very helpful. Hotel was beautiful. Excellent location.
The Spa was very crowded.
17 February 2026
Perfect, will live up to your expectations
The staff were so helpful and attentive. They very kindly upgraded my room for free for my birthday, and the staff gave me a birthday card on the day when I went for my spa treatment. The hotel is beautiful, in a great location, the food and drink was tasty and the spa was so relaxing. Couldn't have had a better stay.
17 February 2026
romantic stay in Manchester
location , staff , too, spa all excellent. gave us an up grade too as birthday and valentines day. spa was great to relax and all staff were polite and professional
the lifts are a bit slow so that can be frustrating but it is an old building so I suppose its not that easy to fit modern fast lifts
16 February 2026
We are down to earth hard working people, so loved a chill out. Thank you
Room, beautiful, clean and quiet. Issues with lifts but the hotel made visitors aware. Spa facilities amazing, staff exceptional. Reception staff so welcoming.
No hairdryer in the room.
15 February 2026
perfect
spacious, most staff friendly, spa was lovely! definitely going again!
Wasn’t much not too like, one staff member seemed slightly judgmental but in her defence we did look rough to be staying in this hotel aha, but lovely stay
15 February 2026
Absolutely loved it, would stay here again in a heartbeat
The sauna, comfortable beds and friendly staff
Unable to locate restaurant and bar due to unclear signs. Elevator constantly full
15 February 2026
Exceptional
Staff were friendly and helpful
15 February 2026
Exceptional
The hotel was spotless and the staff was very friendly
13 February 2026
Exceptional
Modern, classy, great facilities, helpful staff
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12 February 2026
Thank you
It’s beautiful & staff are amazing
Trying to get a lift to the top floors🤣 was worth the wait though, beautiful hotel
12 February 2026
The hotel was smart and cozy and the spa is amazing
The moment you walk in it smells fresh and clean the staff were amazing and they go the extra mile for you too the beds are comfortable had a good night sleep zzz
The lifts were a pain only 1 working and every time you come to go down it was so stressful tuck ages up and down
11 February 2026
Fabulous
Great location
11 February 2026
Exceptional customer service
All of the staff were attentive and helpful. We were checked in by a lovely receptionist, Kyaw.
We enjoyed everything. However, the lifts were not adequate for the number of floors there are. We did have to wait ages and then the lift would be too full for us to get in.
11 February 2026
Great location for a night in Manchester
Excellent location. Good breakfast. Enjoyed the spa facilities
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11 February 2026
Fantastic place to stay, excellent location for nightlife
Staff were excellent, Rooms very nice and clean, Location is second to none
Lift system was very chaotic, granted they were upgrading their lifts but it was still very slow.
11 February 2026
An amazing experience, couldn’t fault it in any way
Amazing everything
10 February 2026
Perfect touches in every respect.
Fantastic hotel right in the middle of everything we wanted. Our room was lovely, modern and comfortable. Will be staying again for sure.
The lift was a little frustrating as we wanted to go down on check out but as it was busy the lift went up first and stopped at every floor even though full. A small thing that wasn’t a big deal but if in a rush I suggest taking the stairs.
10 February 2026
Very good
The breakfast didn't meet expectations to be honest.
10 February 2026
Very good
breakfast, staff service and rooms
Spa was too busy
9 February 2026
Delightful classy hotel with fabulous warm staff.
Great staff, very friendly welcome. Lovely clean facilities, beautiful breakfast.
Lifts are being upgraded so down to 2 lifts in use. Can be a lengthy wait at peak times to get from bedrooms in the higher levels. We were on floor 14
9 February 2026
Had a
The rooms were spacious, bed was so comfy. Robe and slippers were a nice surprise. Staff were always helpful, happy and smiling, nothing ever to much trouble for them. Spa was spotless and very relaxing.
Thought the breakfast was overpriced, had to wait for coffee and tea but the waiter said they were having trouble with the machine, so maybe just a one off. He was very apologetic and a lovely man very chatty.
9 February 2026
Greater
Great
Great
8 February 2026
It was very good. Really great breakfast and spa.
Everything was great
I dont like not having a door to the washbasin area from the bedroom. I would prefer privacy from my partner when I brush my teeth etc We asked to change room as ours was initially a bit scruffy and with a view that was not as great as when we stayed last time. However we got a much nicer room and view very quickly, and a later check out when we asked too.
8 February 2026
Great hotel with lovely spa
Great spa, nice spacious rooms. Location was perfect and the bar was lovely as well.
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Kids' 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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7 March 2026
Clean, Well located with a pool!