‘I stayed at the five-star hotel with jaw-dropping 360-degree views that will be coming to Manchester’

Sweeping views, world-class dining, and live music and DJs into the early hours - surely the winning combination for a luxury hotel brand seeking to make its mark on an already vibrant and culturally rich city? W Hotels, part of Marriott International, revealed its first property in Edinburgh at the end of last year, serving up ‘bold and unexpected’ design, ‘never-before-seen’ views of the city’s iconic landmarks and round-the-clock service. Sitting at the heart of the St James Quarter and its plethora of shops, restaurants and bars, everything at W Edinburgh has been carefully considered. From its striking design and 360-degree rooftop deck, to its innovative spa facilities and its theatrical flagship restaurant, the brand’s second UK property pulls out all the stops.

READ MORE: The three Greater Manchester pizza spots named among the best in the UK It’s an encouraging sign for Manchester, where the hotel brand will plant its third flag in the next few years . W Hotel is set to operate the luxury hotel at Gary Neville’s £400m St Michael’s development in Manchester city centre. With its distinct, spiral design, W Edinburgh’s main building seeks to provide the perfect vantage point from which to take in the city’s most famous landmarks (Image: Manchester Evening News) Confirmed last October, the construction of the 162-key hotel is already underway and the property is expected to open in early 2027 within the 41-storey tower.

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