Entry No. 63 · Manchester, United Kingdom
Kimpton Clocktower, Manchester
A stunning Victorian clocktower conversion in Manchester's Oxford Road corridor, this Kimpton blends industrial heritage with boutique luxury in one of England's most vibrant cities.
- Brand
- IHG · Kimpton
- Tier
- Upper-Upscale
- Room
- Deluxe King
- Cash
- £150–300 / night
- Points
- 35,000–55,000
I own a travel agency, Scott & Thomas. The booking link on this page uses our engine, which opens Preferred rates rates alongside standard options. If a booking is made, I earn a commission.
Location
The Kimpton Clocktower Hotel occupies the former Refuge Assurance building on Oxford Street, one of Manchester’s most architecturally significant Victorian buildings. The hotel is centrally located between the Northern Quarter’s independent shops and the Manchester Central convention center. Piccadilly Station is a 10-minute walk, and Manchester Airport (MAN) is approximately 30 minutes by train or car.
The Property
The Kimpton Clocktower is a masterful conversion of a grand Victorian commercial building into a boutique luxury hotel. The public spaces retain magnificent original features — ornate tile work, soaring arched windows, and a dramatic central atrium. The contrast between the building’s Victorian bones and the modern, playful Kimpton design sensibility creates something truly special. A fitness center, meeting spaces, and Kimpton’s signature daily wine hour are included.
Check-In
Check-in takes place beneath the building’s stunning original tilework. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable about Manchester’s dining and nightlife scene. IHG Diamond members receive upgrades when available.
Deluxe King
The Deluxe King room blends the building’s Victorian character — high ceilings, original windows, and period proportions — with contemporary Kimpton design. Rich colors, modern art, and boutique furnishings create rooms with genuine personality. The king bed is comfortable, and the room includes a flat-screen TV, minibar, and quality amenities. Every room feels different given the building’s original architecture.
Bathroom
The bathroom is modern and well-designed with a walk-in rain shower, single vanity, and Kimpton’s Atelier Bloem products. Clean lines contrast nicely with the room’s Victorian character.
Restaurants & Bars
The Refuge (Breakfast & Dinner)
The hotel’s ground-floor restaurant and bar occupies the building’s magnificent original banking hall — a soaring space with ornate tilework and a grand bar. The food is excellent, blending international influences with British ingredients. Breakfast is a highlight with creative options beyond the standard fry-up. The space is a destination in its own right.
Bottom Line
The Kimpton Clocktower is one of the finest hotels in Northern England. The building is magnificent, the rooms have genuine character, and The Refuge restaurant is worth visiting even if you are not a hotel guest. Manchester is one of England’s most exciting cities — brilliant music, food, and football culture — and the Clocktower is the ideal base for experiencing it all. An essential stop for architecture and design lovers.
Value
| Cash rate | £150–300 / night |
|---|---|
| Award cost | 35,000–55,000 |
| Implied cpp | 0.57¢ |
Cash rates average £150-£300/night ($190-$380 USD). IHG redemptions run 35,000-55,000 points/night. At £200 average ($255), a 45,000-point redemption yields ~0.57cpp — above IHG’s 0.5cpp threshold. Book Kimpton Clocktower, Manchester through Scott & Thomas