Kimpton Clocktower Guest Reviews
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Lesley C, Stoke-on-Trent, visiting O2 Ritz Manchester Sat, 24 June 2017
Visited on 21st June 2017 with my partner to attend Mark Lanegan gig at the O2 Ritz. Absolutely amazing hotel and would highly recommend. O2 Ritz is literally across the road; there is a Sainsburys Local opposite for any bits that may be needed/cashpoint, and many bars/ restaurants/ takeaways in the immediate vicinity. All staff are amazing, polite, professional yet 'human!' We were upgraded re room on arrival. Room was enormous with 2 Queen size beds, quality bed linen/ pillows/ mattresses - the best night's sleep that I have ever had in a hotel! Loved the little touches like the fridge with fresh milk in in the room, complimentary bottles of water, an umbrella (this is Manchester after all), the tuckbox (free of charge), Elemis toiletries. Only downside to the room was that we stayed during the recent heatwave and our room did not have air conditioning (N.B. some rooms do so if staying during hot weather may be worth checking this out beforehand); however, the hotel supplied 2 powerful fans on request which ensured that we remained cool throughout the night. Very quiet in the room during the night despite the windows being open and the city centre location. Breakfast was very good. Full English offered in heated containers with freshly fried eggs. There was also an extensive 'cooked to order' choice, however all buffet ingredients were hot and plentiful and very good quality (my only niggle about breakfast was that there were no hot plates to serve the buffet breakfast on). Overall, excellent breakfast and brilliant staff. Bar services brilliant. The best Bloody Mary ever and an extensive selection of gins/ garnishes. Only 'blip' that we experienced during our stay was that the in room hairdryer exploded in a ball of flames! However, this was dealt with swiftly and efficiently by the manager! Cannot wait to stay here again. Top class hotel convenient for the 02 Ritz with so many extra little touches that it is a true luxury to stay here and the service/ facilities that you get are far superior to other city 'top' hotels at a fraction of the price.
Liked: The excellent staff; the facilities in the room; the service overall; Elemis toiletries; fridge; fresh milk; complimentary bottles of water in the room; the tuckbox; the cocktails/ drinks and wonderful bar staff; the decor/ history of the hotel; the lovely outside courtyard area; the breakfast and breakfast staff; the absolute quality of drinks ingredients/ food; the quality bed linen/ mattress and pillows; the best sleep that I have ever had in a hotel.
Disliked: Only downside was the hairdryer in the room set on fire - flames shooting out, however this was dealt with swiftly and efficiently by the manager. Cold plates for the cooked breakfast - I like a hot plate from a plate warmer.
Michael, Bradford Sun, 8 May 2016
Absolutely amazing hotel; beautifully decorated and amazing service.
Liked: Everything.
Disliked: Nothing.
Marlene V, Bilston, visiting O2 Ritz Manchester Tue, 13 October 2015
This hotel has the most beautiful stained glass and marble/tiled Victorian fittings. Absolute splendour. The reception with high ceiling and glass domed roof is spectacular. We had a twin room which was spacious, clean, and the beds were very comfortable. The breakfast was lovely and a great start to the day. All we did was comment on our surroundings as you kept imagining what it must have been like being there many years ago. It cost me Â79.00 for one night, which was superb value given the splendour you were surrounded by. We were initially given a double room but hotel staff sorted this out expediently and efficiently. I love this hotel and I will definitely recommend it to others and without fail; I would stay here anytime I need to stay over in Manchester. Superb.
Liked: Beautiful architecture.
Disliked: Nil.
Neil C, York, visiting Royal Northern College of Music Mon, 6 July 2015
A limited experience just staying one night - single room was very comfortable and not too noisy "inside" the hotel. I'll definitely be staying again. Good value for money.
Liked: This is a fascinating building with an interesting history - would have liked to be able to explore more of this...
Disliked: Nothing.
Delboy99 Thu, 21 March 2024
Great classy hotel in great...
Liked: Fab building, great room size, very dog friendly
Disliked: Nothing
Richard Wed, 20 March 2024
Great place, great staff, great...
Liked: Beautiful historic building
Joe Wed, 20 March 2024
Exceptional
Karen Tue, 19 March 2024
Very good
Liked: The hotel is gorgeous! Rooms are lovely and spacious.
Disliked: The rooms were very cold. The heating wasn't on and the thermostat in all the rooms appeared not to work. We only stayed one night so we didn't flag this up.
James Tue, 19 March 2024
Exceptional
Liked: Ideal location in Central Manchester. The onsite restaurant & bar (The Refuge) was brilliant & worth booking. Regularly messaged by front of house asking about our stay & recommendations. Ideally, a brilliant stay.
Rosalind Mon, 18 March 2024
Exceptional
Disliked: Poor toilet flush
Aidan Sun, 17 March 2024
Exceptional
David Sun, 17 March 2024
Exceptional
Liked: Brilliant and attentive from the moment I walked through the door. I was attending an event later that night and brought a brand new suit with me, but the pockets were still sewn shut! I called reception and they sent a member of staff with a sewing kit to my room and I was able to be at my best later that evening.
L Sat, 16 March 2024
Superb
Vic Sat, 16 March 2024
Exceptional