DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Piccadilly

The DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Piccadilly has a modern contemporary feel with bright and spacious common spaces decorated with original contemporary artworks by London artist Lincoln Townley. The exterior of the building is a glass-and-steel structure similar to other buildings in the neighborhood. The airy lobby is filled with natural light, and there are several, low-lying gray and purple couches set against a wall of windows, with purple orchids atop tables. There are two bar spaces in the lobby, Urban Bar and Blue Bar, which keep with the hotel's modern yet unremarkable style. The rooftop lounge, Skylounge, has spectacular skyline views of Manchester. There's also a popular bar on the patio at street level where a DJ spins tunes once a week attracting a lively local crowd; decor is simple and clean, with purple-cushioned wicker chairs and tables. This DoubleTree is especially popular with couples on weekend trips and business travelers during the week.

The DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Piccadilly is located across the street from the Piccadilly train station on Piccadilly Place. The station is actually connected to the hotel via a bridge, making it only a one-minute walk away. Manchester Central Coach Station, the long-distance bus station, is just a five-minute walk away, and there's a Metrolink tram stop near the back entrance of the hotel. There's much available within walking distance. Piccadilly Gardens and Canal Street, center of Manchester Gay Village, are within five minutes' walk, and guests can reach the following places in 10 to 15 minutes on foot: Chinatown, King Street shopping street, and Arndale Shopping Centre. The Deansgate area for bars and pubs is about 20 minutes on foot. 

The spacious and spotless rooms at DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Piccadilly are bright and contemporary in style, with modern furniture and subdued decor. Black-and-white photography and mid-century modern-style orange chairs are nice touches. Many rooms have large floor-to-ceiling windows and are well-insulated from street noise. Each room has air-conditioning, an iron/ironing board, mini-fridge (with soda and free mineral water), tea- and coffee-making facilities, and an iMac which can also be used as a TV, radio, and CD/DVD player. Free Wi-Fi is available but is not reliable. The bathrooms are minimalist and functional with walk-in showers and luxury toiletries; a few rooms also have bathtubs. The rooms on the upper floors have views of the city skyline and the corner rooms are especially bright and pleasant. Some rooms are designed with disability access. Rooms facing the train station look out onto bright billboards which can be annoying at night. In June 2015, a big building project was underway behind the hotel, noise from which may affect rooms at the rear of the property. 

For business travelers there are meeting rooms, access to services like video-conferencing and photocopying, and a free printing service. There are three bars on the lobby level: Blue Bar is a stylish bar open in the evenings, the Urban is an all-day cocktail bar, and Prosecco on the patio, which is popular with locals and gets the occasional DJ. The hotel also has a rooftop lounge with a penthouse space for private events. The City Cafe is an all-day restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner plus afternoon tea. Guests receive free cookies and free drink vouchers on arrival. Fitness fanatics can make use of the 24-hour fitness center with modern equipment. Parking is available at the hotel for a fee.