Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Kimpton Clocktower, an IHG Hotel

Set in the heart of Manchester’s vibrant city centre, the grand Kimpton Clocktower offers stylish, modern rooms just a minute’s walk from Oxford Road Rail Station and The Palace Theatre. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel and the ballroom is the biggest hotel event space in the North of England. Furnished with elegant decor, all of the 4-star rooms include TVs with satellite channels, private bathrooms and in-room safes. Guests can also make use of hairdryers and tea/coffee-making facilities. Kimpton Clocktower is situated on bustling Oxford Road, with Manchester’s huge array of shops within easy walking distance. The Manchester Arena is a 20-minute walk, while Old Trafford Stadium is 10 minutes’ drive. Manchester Airport can be reached in 20 minutes’ drive.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Kimpton Hotels
Hotel chain/brand
Kimpton Hotels

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 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
or
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
1 single bed
2 single beds
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.1
High score for Manchester
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Sally
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Room was spacious and the bed was extremely comfortable.
  • Lucinda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The building is absolutely stunning, with differing features throughout different parts of the hotel. Worth staying here just to look around! Great restaurant and bars within the hotel.
  • Kelly
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very modern but with period features Clean , staff exceptionally welcoming and polite Perfect location
  • Rosa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location, the cleanliness, toiletries and very helpful Staff.
  • Robina
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location and the breakfast was excellent for us. We had tickets for a show next door and shopped the following day.
  • James
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location excellent, beautiful building & Refuge Bar in the hotel is great fun.
  • Sarah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A beautiful hotel in a central location. Staff were wonderful and the bar and restaurant were great. Breakfast was high quality. Room was lovely, with amazing toiletries. The building is fascinating, and we will be bac for another stay.
  • Klaus
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Dog friendly. Our toy poodle really enjoyed his stay as well. Great breakfast too.
  • Michelle
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The hotel is beautiful and the staff friendly and helpful. Rooms are comfortable, clean and the location was decent and breakfast was great.
  • Kevin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely hotel in a fab location.staff were very helpful,nice xmas feeling as you walk into the hotel.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • The Refuge
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

Facilities of Kimpton Clocktower, an IHG Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
  • Nightclub/DJ
  • Games room

Living Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Kid meals
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs £20 per day.

  • Parking garage

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Minimarket on site
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Laptop safe
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Lift
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service

Accessibility

  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible

Wellness

  • Fitness
  • Fitness centre

Languages spoken

  • Mandarin
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Italian
  • Malay
  • Polish
  • Portuguese
  • Cantonese

House rules
Kimpton Clocktower, an IHG Hotel 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.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

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.

FAQs about Kimpton Clocktower, an IHG Hotel

  • Kimpton Clocktower, an IHG Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • The Refuge

  • Room options at Kimpton Clocktower, an IHG Hotel include:

    • Suite
    • Double
    • Twin

  • The prices at Kimpton Clocktower, an IHG Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Kimpton Clocktower, an IHG Hotel is 850 yards from the centre of Manchester. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Kimpton Clocktower, an IHG Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness centre
    • Games room
    • Nightclub/DJ
    • Bicycle rental
    • Fitness

  • Check-in at Kimpton Clocktower, an IHG Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Guests staying at Kimpton Clocktower, an IHG Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.7).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Buffet
    • À la carte
    • Breakfast to go