The Lowry Hotel
Contemporary urban luxury — confident, characterful, and rooted in Mancunian independence. Sleek without being cold. Regularly spotted: Premier League footballers, touring musicians, corporate high-rollers.
Book a Superior Riverview Room over a standard Deluxe King — same 35 m² size, but you get floor-to-ceiling windows looking straight at Trinity Bridge and the River Irwell
Why It Matters
Manchester's first-ever five-star hotel (AA-accredited), still the city's benchmark for luxury. The RE:TREAT spa houses a 'Holy Trinity of Hollywood' wellness trio — cryotherapy chamber, sensory deprivation tank, and Somadome meditation pod — a UK first under one roof. The River Restaurant holds 2 AA Rosettes. The bar terrace is reportedly the longest in Manchester.
Manchester's first five-star hotel, built in 2001 on the bank of the River Irwell at the foot of Santiago Calatrava's Trinity Bridge. The bowed glass facade is a statement in itself, and inside the aesthetic leans cool and contemporary — Scandinavian-clean lines, none of the comically over-stuffed Brit-boutique excess. Rooms are some of the largest in the city. Named after the matchstick-men painter L.S. Lowry, the hotel rotates exhibitions of local artists and photographers throughout its public areas.
Where You'll Stay
6 room types available
Deluxe King Room
35 m² with floor-to-ceiling windows looking out over the city of Salford. Italian porcelain marble en-suite with a walk-in rainforest shower. Walk-in dressing room, well-stocked minibar, Smart TV with Sky channels, in-room safe, fluffy bathrobes, and slippers included. King beds can be configured as twin on request.
Super King · 35 sqm
Executive King Room
Described by the hotel as offering 20% more space than a typical UK hotel room. Comes with a coffee machine, walk-in dressing area, premium toiletry kit, and private dining menu access. Suited to business travellers who need to prep for meetings without leaving the room.
Super King · 35 sqm
Junior Suite
Corner position on the hotel, giving exceptional views of both the River Irwell and the city. Recently refurbished with 50-inch plasma TV, separate sitting area, and all the walk-in wardrobe and rainforest shower amenities of the standard rooms. Five of these on-property.
Super King · 45 sqm
Presidential Suite
The largest suite in Manchester at 145 m². Super king-sized bed, walk-in dressing room, and a bathroom with a double steam shower and freestanding bath. River views throughout. This is where the musicians and athletes stay.
Super King · 145 sqm
Riverside Suite
At 70 m², these recently refurbished suites feel more like a private apartment than a hotel room. Floor-to-ceiling windows, dual 50-inch plasma TVs (one in the bedroom, one in the living area), and a corner positioning for panoramic river and city views. Six of these on-property. Interconnecting options available for families.
Super King · 70 sqm
Superior King Room with River View
Same 35 m² footprint as the Deluxe King, but the upgrade buys you floor-to-ceiling windows framing views of the River Irwell, Trinity Bridge, and the city skyline. Also includes a leather chaise longue and fluffy bathrobes as standard.
Super King · 35 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
2 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
The hotel provides a suggested two-mile running route from the front door that takes in Beetham Tower, the Museum of Science and Industry, and Manchester Cathedral.
Weekend live entertainment ranging from soulful singers to DJs and instrumental performances. The hotel has an informal history of impromptu sets from high-profile guests — Lady Gaga and Take That have both performed here.
Special tokens given to children staying at the hotel, redeemable for cookies, mocktails, and fun surprises throughout the property. A playful touch for families.
Specialised wellness classes in the RE:TREAT Studio. Somatic yoga, Tantric yoga, Pilates, Barre, and Sound Healing available. Memberships sold separately. Check the RE:TREAT Studio app for class schedules.
Public areas and hallways feature a constantly changing exhibition of local artists and photographers whose work captures Manchester's edge and energy. Free to view for guests and visitors.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
On-site hair salon for guests.
Grand Ballroom accommodates up to 600 guests standing or 400 theatre-style. Eight meeting rooms on a dedicated events floor with its own entrance, floor-to-ceiling windows, and 15 flexible configurations. Private dining by The River Restaurant.
Quiet lounge/library area with Wi-Fi available to guests.
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, 100+ Mbps speed.
Full room service and late-night room service menus available.
24-hour concierge, currency exchange, laundry/dry cleaning, car rental, airport transfers (surcharge applies).
Dogs welcome (no breed restrictions). Non-refundable pet fee of £30 per dog per stay. Dedicated pet rooms with dog bed, water bowls, and treats. Dogs permitted in lobby, bedroom, and terrace only — not in the bar or restaurant.
Secure car park holding up to 85 cars, opposite the hotel with direct access. Residents: £32/night (from September 2025), day rate £24. Non-residents: £54/night. Spa guests park free during treatment hours. EV charging points available (chargeable).
Electric vehicle charging points available in the car park. Chargeable.
Compact but well-equipped gym with free weights and Technogym cardio machines. Included with RE:TREAT spa packages.
The hotel does not have a pool. RE:TREAT is a dry spa. Nearest alternative is The Edwardian Manchester (Radisson Collection), approximately 0.6 km away.
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