A very well placed comfortable three star hotel. Ideal for those wanting to be right in the heart of Manchester. (11/05 IT)
The hotel from the outside almost looks like a very large Victorian house. The hotel does not stand on its own but is terraced in between other buildings.
The lobby is quite small but rather welcoming. There is ample seating in the Lobby.
The hotel is located in the centre of Manchester overlooking Piccadilly Gardens, only 5 minutes walk from Piccadilly rail station and close to bus and taxi stations. Near to the junction of Piccadilly, Portland and Newton Streets.
The hotel was renovated in 2004 and consists of 87 rooms on 5 floors, of which 12 are singles and 71 are doubles, as well as 4 suites. The hotel's facilities include a lobby with a 24-hour reception, a safe, a currency exchange desk, lifts, a conference room and a car park. Dining options include an inviting cafe and an air-conditioned a la carte restaurant with highchairs for infants. Further facilities include Internet access, room and laundry services as well as medical assistance. Smoking is not permitted in any part of the hotel.
Rooms with Radio, Direct dial phone, Tea and coffee making machines, Iron.
The Gardens Hotel is a first-class hotel located 10 miles from the Manchester Ringway. Situated in the heart of Manchester, overlooking the famous Piccadilly Gardens, the Gardens Hotel is within easy reach of the local amenities. Manchester is also home to the extensive John Rylands University Library collection, the renowned Halle Orchestra, and the City Galleries, which include museums of archaeology, natural history, science and technology. The nightlife in Manchester is renowned, with a wide range of entertainments, theatres, pubs and clubs to visit. Gardens and parks are numerous and include the Piccadilly Gardens, in which you can take picnics and walks, or simply just relax and unwind.
The five floors of this stylish hotel are equipped with all the modern comforts one might expect for a three-star graded property. There is a wide choice for breakfast, with vegetarian options and both continental and cooked food on offer. All bedrooms have private en-suite facilities and also: direct dial telephone color television, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities. Le Jardin restaurant, which is part of the hotel provides a seasonal menu, along with excellent service. There is also a coffee lounge, which is both comfortable and quiet. It has a bright and airy atmosphere, having a glass atrium above. Ed's Bar is available for private party bookings and often has discos or quiz nights on. The Gardens Hotel is minutes to fine dining, shopping and entertainment venues.