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The Crowne Plaza and Staybridge Suites will consist of 19 storeys and a combined total of 328 rooms. Located within walking distance of the city centre on Corridor Manchester, the venue, known as a ‘double pack’ concept will feature in the Crowne Plaza, an upscale restaurant, seven meeting spaces with a maximum capacity of 200 and a gym.
Staybridge Suites is opening for the first time in Manchester will be located on the upper eight floors and offer a mix of studio and one bedroom suites, with fully equipped kitchens and access to the fitness room and the 18th floor terrace.