The hotel boasts a prime location in Manchester city centre. The hotel has a luxuriously equipped health spa, inviting you to leave the city behind and laze in a refreshing spa pool, sauna, or solarium. If you are feeling more energetic however, you can take a plunge in the pool, work out in the gym, sample the squash court, or even take an aerobics class. A hair and beauty salon is also available for guests' convenience. All of the recently refurbished rooms are large in size and furnished to a high standard in a contemporary design. Rooms vary in style from floor to floor with some seductively furnished with dark wooden features and plum soft furnishings, whereas others are brighter in style with neutral and gold decor. Each of the rooms is equipped with air conditioning, personal tea and coffee making, mini-bar, Wi-Fi technology, in-house movies, and flat-screen TVs. There are three eating establishments on site. The main restaurant is French and is the recipient of two AA Rosettes and serves traditional French cuisine with an English twist. The restaurant has maintained an elegant decor for which to dine in. The Colony restaurant was relaunched in November 2006 following a complete refurbishment. This stylish brasserie offers a delicious a la carte menu of modern European cuisine. Wyvern Bar is a matchless venue for cocktails, while the elegant Octagon Lounge serves drinks, deliciously creative light snacks, and the ultimate in afternoon tea. The reception area is large, with ceramic pillars, tiled floors and a large sky light, which lets in natural daylight. There is a large seating area near the bar where food is served throughout the day.
Important place or monument close to the hotel: situated in the heart of Manchester city centre adjacent to the G-Mex conference and exhibition centre. Nearest station/metro: Piccadilly railway station - 1 mile. Nearest airport: Manchester International Airport - 10 miles.
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