Pros
- Beautiful, historic property with original period details like oak beams and exposed brick walls
- Located in the upmarket Spinningfields district close to bars and restaurants
- Tastefully decorated rooms with architectural details and modern amenities
- Some rooms have balconies overlooking the river
- Atmospheric restaurant and lounge bar with river views
- Attractive terrace offering alfresco dining
- Nine meeting rooms with space for 250 people
- Small lobby business center
- On-site parking and breakfast available (for a fee)
Cons
- Breakfast and on-site parking have hefty fees
- Wi-Fi is free only for Marriott Rewards cardholders, others are charged extra
- No on-site fitness center or swimming pool
- Lower category rooms don’t have minibars or mini-fridges
Bottom Line
The Marriott Manchester Victoria & Albert Hotel is a beautifully converted 19th century warehouse located in the trendy Spinningfields district, next to the River Irwell. This four-pearl property is full of character and charm, thanks to the restored wooden beams and pillars and exposed brick walls that are found throughout the historic property, including in the stylish rooms and suites. The 148 rooms have modern amenities, and some have balconies with river views. But for an upscale hotel, some important features are annoyingly absent: There's no on-site fitness center; lower category rooms don’t have minibars; and breakfast commands an extra charge, as does parking and Wi-Fi (though it's free for Marriott Rewards card holders). Travelers looking for a historic property with more on-site facilities might prefer The Midland, which offers a pool, gym, and impressive fitness center.
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Amenities
- Cribs
- Internet
Scene
An elegant ambiance with rustic wood and brick features
Far from the typical chain property, The Marriott Manchester Victoria & Albert Hotel occupies a striking five-story red brick building dating back to 1844 when it was used as a warehouse. Tastefully renovated and transformed into an upscale hotel, it retains many of its original features, like exposed brick walls, oak beams and ceilings, and wooden pillars and banisters. The huge reception area makes a grand impression with its wooden beams and rafters, red brick walls, beautiful oak counters, cozy seating nooks with elegant armchairs, and plush blue velour sofas; an upper gallery also houses a library. The same cozy ambiance is replicated in the restaurant and bar. The clientele is diverse: Not only is this a popular hotel with leisure and business travelers, but also with visitors in the city catching a performance at the nearby Opera House or a game by Manchester United.
Location
On a quiet street in the upmarket Spinningfields district
The Marriott Manchester Victoria & Albert Hotel is located on a quiet street just outside Manchester's city center on the banks of the River Irwell. This is the upmarket Spinningfields district, where commercial offices and new residential buildings share space with trendy bars and restaurants. The area is conveniently linked to the free Metroshuttle bus service via Route 1 that heads to Piccadilly Train Station and the Central Coach Station, as well as other points of interest in the city center. Salford Central is the closest train station, just a seven-minute walk from here, while Manchester Airport is a 20-minute drive away.
- Three-minute walk to People's History Museum
- Five-minute walk to Opera House Manchester
- Six-minute walk to Museum of Science and Industry
- Seven-minute walk to Salford Central train station
- 14-minute walk to Arndale Shopping Centre
- 15-minute walk to Palace Theatre
- 20-minute drive to Manchester Airport
Rooms
A blend of original architecture -- such as exposed brick and oak beams -- with stylish decor
The elegant guest rooms at the Marriott Manchester Victoria & Albert Hotel blend original architectural details like exposed brick walls and oak beams and pillars with the stylish decor of dark wooden furniture, chic slipper chairs, and framed black-and-white photographs. A tasteful gray-and-gold color scheme is subtly applied to the curtains, walls, upholstered chairs, and patterned wall-to-wall carpets. Simple white-tiled bathrooms aren't as upscale, but they do have shower/tub combos. Suites offer more space and luxury, with separate living rooms, marble counter tops in the bathrooms, and minibars. Some of these units are duplexes, and several have a balcony with a view over the river. All rooms are equipped with flat-screen TVs, electric kettles for tea and coffee, hairdryers, irons and ironing boards, and Basic Earth Botanicals toiletries in the bathroom.
Features
On-site brasserie and lounge bar, meeting rooms, and business center
Like the rest of the property, the hotel's brasserie-style restaurant and bar have the same rustic, cozy atmosphere thanks to its restored brick walls and wooden beams and pillars. The dining room's large windows give scenic river views, and a pleasant outdoor terrace offers alfresco dining on sunny days. There are nine meeting rooms seating a maximum of 250 with catering and audiovisual services for business meetings and special events. There’s also a small business center in the lobby area equipped with computers and a printer. Marriott Rewards card holders receive free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, but other guests are charged an extra fee. On-site parking and breakfast also incur additional fees.
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Scene
An elegant ambiance with rustic wood and brick features
Far from the typical chain property, The Marriott Manchester Victoria & Albert Hotel occupies a striking five-story red brick building dating back to 1844 when it was used as a warehouse. Tastefully renovated and transformed into an upscale hotel, it retains many of its original features, like exposed brick walls, oak beams and ceilings, and wooden pillars and banisters. The huge reception area makes a grand impression with its wooden beams and rafters, red brick walls, beautiful oak counters, cozy seating nooks with elegant armchairs, and plush blue velour sofas; an upper gallery also houses a library. The same cozy ambiance is replicated in the restaurant and bar. The clientele is diverse: Not only is this a popular hotel with leisure and business travelers, but also with visitors in the city catching a performance at the nearby Opera House or a game by Manchester United.
Location
On a quiet street in the upmarket Spinningfields district
The Marriott Manchester Victoria & Albert Hotel is located on a quiet street just outside Manchester's city center on the banks of the River Irwell. This is the upmarket Spinningfields district, where commercial offices and new residential buildings share space with trendy bars and restaurants. The area is conveniently linked to the free Metroshuttle bus service via Route 1 that heads to Piccadilly Train Station and the Central Coach Station, as well as other points of interest in the city center. Salford Central is the closest train station, just a seven-minute walk from here, while Manchester Airport is a 20-minute drive away.
- Three-minute walk to People's History Museum
- Five-minute walk to Opera House Manchester
- Six-minute walk to Museum of Science and Industry
- Seven-minute walk to Salford Central train station
- 14-minute walk to Arndale Shopping Centre
- 15-minute walk to Palace Theatre
- 20-minute drive to Manchester Airport
Rooms
A blend of original architecture -- such as exposed brick and oak beams -- with stylish decor
The elegant guest rooms at the Marriott Manchester Victoria & Albert Hotel blend original architectural details like exposed brick walls and oak beams and pillars with the stylish decor of dark wooden furniture, chic slipper chairs, and framed black-and-white photographs. A tasteful gray-and-gold color scheme is subtly applied to the curtains, walls, upholstered chairs, and patterned wall-to-wall carpets. Simple white-tiled bathrooms aren't as upscale, but they do have shower/tub combos. Suites offer more space and luxury, with separate living rooms, marble counter tops in the bathrooms, and minibars. Some of these units are duplexes, and several have a balcony with a view over the river. All rooms are equipped with flat-screen TVs, electric kettles for tea and coffee, hairdryers, irons and ironing boards, and Basic Earth Botanicals toiletries in the bathroom.
Features
On-site brasserie and lounge bar, meeting rooms, and business center
Like the rest of the property, the hotel's brasserie-style restaurant and bar have the same rustic, cozy atmosphere thanks to its restored brick walls and wooden beams and pillars. The dining room's large windows give scenic river views, and a pleasant outdoor terrace offers alfresco dining on sunny days. There are nine meeting rooms seating a maximum of 250 with catering and audiovisual services for business meetings and special events. There’s also a small business center in the lobby area equipped with computers and a printer. Marriott Rewards card holders receive free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, but other guests are charged an extra fee. On-site parking and breakfast also incur additional fees.
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Amenities
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Air Conditioner
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Babysitting Services
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Balcony / Terrace / Patio
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Basic Television
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Business Center
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Cabanas
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Cable
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Concierge
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Cribs
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Dry Cleaning
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Internet
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Kids Allowed
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Laundry
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Meeting / Conference Rooms
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Mini Bar (with liquor)
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Poolside Drink Service
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Rental Car Service Desk Onsite
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Room Service
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Separate Bedroom / Living Room Space
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Swim-Up Bar
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