Whitworth Locke Civic Quarter | Manchester

Central. Stylish. And unlike anywhere you’ve stayed before. Wake up in your own apartment in this stunning 19th Century cotton factory, and see Manchester differently.

Building on the fabric of Manchester.

With its stunning communal spaces and spacious, one-of-a-kind apartments, Whitworth Locke is more than just a place to stay – it’s a space to live.

Set in a 19th Century cotton factory, every area – from the beautiful Conservatory Bar to the spacious co-working lounge – celebrates the building’s quirks and features. There’s also a packed calendar of events, pop-ups and fitness classes for you to join in with, if you fancy. And if you’re heading out, you’re just minutes from the city’s best bars, shops and nightlife. Settle in, and see Manchester differently.

Take a look around.

Set around the stunning conservatory bar, Whitworth Locke’s sleeping, eating and working spaces are yours to explore.
Take a look around.

Set around the stunning conservatory bar, Whitworth Locke’s sleeping, eating and working spaces are yours to explore.
Take a look around.

Set around the stunning conservatory bar, Whitworth Locke’s sleeping, eating and working spaces are yours to explore.
Take a look around.

Set around the stunning conservatory bar, Whitworth Locke’s sleeping, eating and working spaces are yours to explore.
Take a look around.

Set around the stunning conservatory bar, Whitworth Locke’s sleeping, eating and working spaces are yours to explore.
Take a look around.

Set around the stunning conservatory bar, Whitworth Locke’s sleeping, eating and working spaces are yours to explore.

Love Manchester.

Wake up with a freshly roasted coffee from Foundation Coffee House. Spend the day in the Northern Quarter, with its colourful street art, independent shops and buzzing atmosphere. Before exploring Manchester’s best bars and restaurants after dark – just minutes from our door.

Opposite the much-loved Canal Street and around an 8-minute walk from Piccadilly Station, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a better-located Manchester hotel. What’s more, when you stay at Whitworth Locke, you get all the best bits of a boutique hotel with the space and facilities of a serviced apartment. So you can experience the city, rather than just observe. And live, instead of stay.

NCP Manchester Palace
1 minute walk 350 ft
Canal Street
2 minutes' walk 0.1 mile
Manchester Piccadilly Station
8 minute walk 0.4 miles
St Peter’s Square Metro Stop
8 minute walk 0.4 miles
Manchester Airport
20 minutes by taxi 9.6 miles

Top FAQs.

No, there isn't any on-site parking at Whitworth Locke.

The nearest car park is the NCP Palace on Whitworth Street, which is only a few minutes' walk from our front door. We can also provide guests with a 20% NCP discount voucher on check out - if you need one, please contact us prior to your stay, or speak to one of our House Hosts on-site.

From Manchester airport:
You can take a taxi from the airport to Whitworth Locke. This will take around 30 - 40 minutes (depending on traffic) and cost between £20 - £30.

For a cheaper option, you can also take the train to Manchester Oxford Road or Piccadilly Train Stations. Trains usually run from the airport every 15 minutes and it takes around 15 - 25 minutes depending on which route you take. Single train tickets to the city centre from the airport cost between £3.50 and £5.

From Manchester Picadilly train station:
Manchester Piccadilly is 0.5 miles away, less than a 10 minute walk to Whitworth Locke. Manchester Oxford Road station is even closer - just 0.2 miles away, less than a 5 minute walk to us.

The Locker is Whitworth Locke's contemporary gym on the lower ground floor, and is available for guests to use during their stay, free of charge.

Gym equipment includes:

Rowing machine
Treadmill
TRX training system
Exercise bike
Free weights

Please use the equipment safely and considerately. You'll also need to sign a disclaimer before using the gym, or else using it will be at your own risk.

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