Can I have guests over to my apartment?

Yes. Your apartment is your home, and your friends are our friends. However, even we have boundaries: Four’s company, five’s a crowd – no more than four people in your apartment, please No more than two people sleeping in each double/king-size bed No visitors after 10pm or before 8am

Whitworth Locke | Your Stay

City Studio

Styled on our larger Studios, our no-nonsense 25m² City Studios are perfect for one and cosy for two.

Everything you need for a short stay in Manchester. You’ll have a comfy 160cm x 200cm EU king-size bed. And a kitchenette with dining table, hob, fridge/freezer and microwave oven, as well as lots of designer appliances.

What makes this apartment unique?

25 m² / 269 ft²
Sleeps 2
Best for short stays
Dishwasher (on request)

Staying a while?

Upgrade to a Locke Studio.

Plus, you'll get all the standard Whitworth Locke perks.

Fully kitted out Smeg kitchen
Complete with hob, microwave grill and top-spec kitchenware. Eat at the dining table, or in bed.
Seamless technology
Private, superfast Wi-Fi. Smart TV with Google Chromecast. And plenty of USB sockets.
Locke welcome kit
A selection of stay-away goodies. Teas, treats, bespoke Kinsey Apothecary toiletries and more.
A room unique to you
Every apartment is different. With quirky features and history intact.
Designer furnishings
Top-spec, custom design furniture. Blackout curtains. Plus a comfy, king-size bed.
All the living essentials
A washer/dryer, iron, safe, hairdryer and more. For when you're staying a while.
High-power rainfall shower
In a bathroom you'll actually want to spend time in.

Separate spaces to sleep, work and live. Feel free.

Space you can be you - work-you, friends-you, party-you, intrepid-you - all in one place.

Apartment FAQs.

Whitworth Locke offers more than just a place to sleep. Whether you're here for a short break or settling in for longer, you'll find the space, flexibility, and features to live as you like, with Manchester just outside your door.

In the apartments.
Inside, you'll find everything you need to cook, relax, or get some work done, including:

Fully kitted-out Smeg kitchen with hob, fridge/freezer, and microwave grill
Smart HD TV with Chromecast and HDMI functionality
UK king-size bed(s); twin beds available in selected accessible apartments
High-power rainfall shower
Super-fast, private Wi-Fi (58 Mbps up and down)
Wall heaters*
Washer/dryer or communal laundry access
Living essentials including a hairdryer, iron, and safe
Plenty of USB sockets (USB-C not available)
Tea, coffee, and sugar provided as a welcome pack
One set of towels per guest provided
Kinsey Apothecary toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, body wash)
Soft, high-quality bedding and fluffy pillows
Weekly housekeeping service included for longer stays

*Please note that Whitworth Locke does not have air conditioning.

Space to suit you.
From compact studios to spacious suites, there's a layout to match your stay. Each space is thoughtfully designed to feel like home, functional, stylish, and flexible for every type of stay.

While there aren’t any interconnecting apartments at Whitworth Locke, you can book a Twin if you’d prefer separate beds.

Accessible by design.
Some apartments at Whitworth Locke are designed with accessibility in mind and may include:

Step-free access
Wider doorways
Accessible bathrooms with roll-in showers and support rails
Emergency red pull cords
Accessible light switches and controls

Please contact the property in advance to confirm your specific accessibility needs.

Need anything else?
Our friendly House Hosts are on hand to assist with anything extra you may need, including:

Baby cots (available on request)
Rollaway beds (available for an additional fee and subject to availability)
Dog-friendly apartments (limited availability, please check in advance)
Local recommendations for shops, dining, and cultural spots

There's also an on-site Locke Shop for grab-and-go essentials, and useful items you may have forgotten.

Find out more here.

Yes. Your apartment is your home, and your friends are our friends.

However, even we have boundaries:

Four’s company, five’s a crowd – no more than four people in your apartment, please
No more than two people sleeping in each double/king-size bed
No visitors after 10pm or before 8am