Manchester to see opening of Marriott’s largest European Aloft hotel

Marriott is to open its largest Aloft hotel in Europe in Manchester City Centre on Tuesday (16 June).

Aloft by Mariott Manchester City Centre will have 358 rooms, with rates starting from £95.

Sandra Schulze-Potgieter, vice president brand management EMEA at Marriott International said: “We are delighted to introduce Aloft by Marriott to Manchester, bringing this upscale, lifestyle brand to one of the UK’s most dynamic cities.

“Aloft is different by design. It is a hub, or launching and landing pad for all that travel has in store, bringing our unique attitude and atmosphere to each and every stay, now also in Manchester - a city internationally recognised for its creativity, individuality and innovation.”

The hotel, developed by Dean Street Developments, includes grab-and-go food and drinks hub Re:Fuel by Aloft as well as W XYZ bar, a 24-hour fitness centre and meeting rooms.

The hotel will also have a dedicated programme of children’s entertainment and in-room amenities on offer for pets.  

Adi Hodzic, managing director of Dean Street Developments, added: "This opening is a defining moment for Dean Street Developments, for Aloft by Marriott, and for Manchester’s hospitality landscape. We set out to create a landmark, and we believe we have."