Pros
- Housed in elegantly modernized 18th-century bank
- Located within walking distance of most city attractions
- In-room tech includes free Wi-Fi, 32-inch flat-screen TVs, and and iPod docks
- Nicely finished bathrooms with high-end bath products
- Some rooms have furnished balconies and roll-top baths
- Free grab-and-go breakfast during the week
Bottom Line
The Heywood House Hotel is in many ways a fine, upscale property; it has elegantly converted interiors and luxurious extras, such as high-end toiletries and roll-top baths. The location of this 35-room, 18th-century building is also prime -- just minutes' walk from city center shopping and the Cavern District. Wi-Fi is free throughout. Lack of facilities, however, is a major shortcoming, as the property doesn't even have a breakfast room or room service. Given this, rooms can be a tad expensive, though deals seem to be frequent so it's worth checking for knock-down rates.
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Amenities
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Occupying one of Liverpool's first banks with elegantly modernized interiors
Opened in 2009, the Heywood House Hotel occupies what was one of Liverpool's first banks, in a building dating back as far as 1799. There's little evidence of the original interiors upon first stepping into the small lobby area -- a purple-glowing reception desk, crisp clean lines, and warm wooden flooring feel far more 21st century. Continuing through, however, stately pillars and elegant arches hark back to the building's late 18th-century origins, sympathetically blended with smart, contemporary styling and a traditional, yet unstuffy ambience. Wide, carpeted staircases have beautifully spiraled balustrades which access the property's three floors. The hotel attracts largely business guests during the week, and vacationing couples on weekends. It's also a big hit with overseas Liverpool Football Club fans.
Location
Next door to lively pub in the heart of Liverpool and a short walk from most attractions
The hotel is located on a small but busy street next door to a lively pub and just around the corner from Liverpool city center's shops, restaurants, and bars. The famous Cavern Club where the Beatles first honed their craft is under five minutes' walk away, while the huge retail and leisure center Liverpool One is about the same distance. The city's rejuvenated docks district -- featuring the Tate Liverpool Gallery and the Echo Arena -- is also just a 10-minute walk away. The James Street train station is just a minute walk down the road, while for those flying in John Lennon Airport is a 20- to 30-minute drive from the hotel.
Rooms
Some rooms with furnished balconies and roll-top bathtubs
The hotel's 35 rooms are smart and modern, with a traditional flavor and clean-lined furnishings. Orange velour armchairs and bed throws combine nicely with simple white and wood laminate headboards. All rooms come with tea kettles and up-to-date tech including free Wi-Fi, Bose iPod docks, and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with Freeview (though not satellite) channels. Bathrooms are nicely finished, topped with black granite and with high-end Pascal Morabito toiletries; most have stall showers while some have roll-top baths. Many room retain and feature period architectural elements, while some upper-floors rooms also open to furnished balconies. Some lower-level rooms, however, can suffer from noise from the pub next door.
Features
Scant facilities and practically no public spaces
For a hotel that advertises as a four-star property, facilities are certainly lacking. There is no restaurant or even a breakfast room on-site, and the grab-and-go style breakfast of tea or coffee and a muffin is only available on weekdays. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout, though there are no public spaces beyond the small lobby and hallways.
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Scene
Occupying one of Liverpool's first banks with elegantly modernized interiors
Opened in 2009, the Heywood House Hotel occupies what was one of Liverpool's first banks, in a building dating back as far as 1799. There's little evidence of the original interiors upon first stepping into the small lobby area -- a purple-glowing reception desk, crisp clean lines, and warm wooden flooring feel far more 21st century. Continuing through, however, stately pillars and elegant arches hark back to the building's late 18th-century origins, sympathetically blended with smart, contemporary styling and a traditional, yet unstuffy ambience. Wide, carpeted staircases have beautifully spiraled balustrades which access the property's three floors. The hotel attracts largely business guests during the week, and vacationing couples on weekends. It's also a big hit with overseas Liverpool Football Club fans.
Location
Next door to lively pub in the heart of Liverpool and a short walk from most attractions
The hotel is located on a small but busy street next door to a lively pub and just around the corner from Liverpool city center's shops, restaurants, and bars. The famous Cavern Club where the Beatles first honed their craft is under five minutes' walk away, while the huge retail and leisure center Liverpool One is about the same distance. The city's rejuvenated docks district -- featuring the Tate Liverpool Gallery and the Echo Arena -- is also just a 10-minute walk away. The James Street train station is just a minute walk down the road, while for those flying in John Lennon Airport is a 20- to 30-minute drive from the hotel.
Rooms
Some rooms with furnished balconies and roll-top bathtubs
The hotel's 35 rooms are smart and modern, with a traditional flavor and clean-lined furnishings. Orange velour armchairs and bed throws combine nicely with simple white and wood laminate headboards. All rooms come with tea kettles and up-to-date tech including free Wi-Fi, Bose iPod docks, and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with Freeview (though not satellite) channels. Bathrooms are nicely finished, topped with black granite and with high-end Pascal Morabito toiletries; most have stall showers while some have roll-top baths. Many room retain and feature period architectural elements, while some upper-floors rooms also open to furnished balconies. Some lower-level rooms, however, can suffer from noise from the pub next door.
Features
Scant facilities and practically no public spaces
For a hotel that advertises as a four-star property, facilities are certainly lacking. There is no restaurant or even a breakfast room on-site, and the grab-and-go style breakfast of tea or coffee and a muffin is only available on weekdays. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout, though there are no public spaces beyond the small lobby and hallways.
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Amenities
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Air Conditioner
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Basic Television
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Cable
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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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Rental Car Service Desk Onsite
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Swim-Up Bar
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