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The setting
The Lowry Hotel sits on the bank of the River Irwell at Chapel Wharf, on the Salford side of the water where Manchester city centre begins. A short walk over the footbridge brings you to the shops and squares of the centre, so you stay close to everything without being on top of the traffic. The building is modern and quiet, with floor-to-ceiling glass that looks out over the river and the city skyline.
What to expect
Rooms are spacious and calm, with large windows, a seating area and a marble bathroom with a walk-in shower and lit mirror. The Executive Double comes with a city or river outlook and room to spread out. Downstairs there is a restaurant and bar overlooking the water, a fitness room with free weights and a spa for treatments. Service is steady and unhurried, the kind that handles small requests without fuss.
Things to do nearby
You are within a few minutes' walk of plenty. The People's History Museum is around 300 metres away, and St. Ann's Church and the Royal Exchange Theatre are both under 500 metres. Exchange Square, with its shops and seasonal markets, is a short stroll across the river. Manchester Cathedral, the city's best-known landmark, stands about 485 metres from the door, so a morning walk can take in several sights before lunch.
Best for
Couples after a city break with a bit of space and quiet. The riverside setting, the spa and the easy walk into the centre suit anyone who wants Manchester close by but prefers to come back to somewhere calm.
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Executive Double room
Riverside Executive Double with a city or river outlook and a marble bathroom.
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A week, loosely planned
Suggestions, not orders. Tour ideas to mix and match for your trip.
Riverside arrival
Check in and settle into the room, then walk across the footbridge into the centre. Spend the afternoon at the People's History Museum or browsing Exchange Square, and have dinner at the hotel restaurant looking out over the river.
Cathedral and spa
Start with a slow morning, then head out to Manchester Cathedral and the Royal Exchange Theatre, both a few minutes from the hotel. Round off the stay with a treatment at the spa or a session in the fitness room before checking out.
Where you'll be
Manchester, UK
FAQ
Is The Lowry Hotel close to Manchester Cathedral?
The Lowry Hotel is about 485 metres from Manchester Cathedral, roughly a six-minute walk across the River Irwell footbridge into the city centre.
What is the best area to stay in Manchester for a city break?
The Lowry sits at Chapel Wharf on the Salford side of the river, right where the city centre begins. It is a good base for a couple, close to the shops and museums while keeping a quiet riverside setting.
Does The Lowry Hotel have a spa and gym?
Yes. The hotel has a spa offering treatments and a fitness room with free weights and resistance equipment, both available to guests.
How far is The Lowry Hotel from Manchester Airport?
Manchester Airport is about 16 kilometres south of the hotel, usually a 25 to 35 minute drive depending on traffic, or a short train ride from the nearby city centre stations.
What room does this deal cover at The Lowry Hotel?
This deal covers an Executive Double room for two adults over two nights. It is a riverside room with a city or river outlook, a seating area and a marble bathroom.