Aparthotel

Whitworth Locke

4.0 star property

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Cafe
Lobby lounge
Locke Studio - Accessible Twin
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

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74 Princess St., Manchester, England, M1 6JD
  • University of Manchester
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • O2 Apollo Manchester
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • AO Arena
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Manchester (MAN)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

One Bedroom Suite

  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

City Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Whitworth Suite

  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Locke Studio - Accessible Twin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

Locke Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

One Bedroom Suite with Desk

  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Two Bedroom Suite - Duplex

  • 80 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

One Bedroom Open Plan Suite

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

One Bedroom Suite - Duplex

  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Two Bedroom Suite - Family of 3

  • 81 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Underground Studio

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Manchester

With a stay at Whitworth Locke, you'll be centrally located in Manchester, within a 10-minute walk of University of Manchester and Albert Square. .This aparthotel is 1 mi (1.5 km) from O2 Apollo Manchester and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from AO Arena.

What's nearby

  • Canal Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • University of Manchester - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • O2 Apollo Manchester - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • AO Arena - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Old Trafford - 6 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Manchester Manchester Oxford Road Station - 4 min walk
  • St Peters Square Station - 8 min walk
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Garratt - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪G a Y - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Foundation Coffee House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Rem Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Centre Stage - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Whitworth Locke

Aparthotel with a restaurant, a quick walk to University of Manchester
Whitworth Locke offers 160 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations are furnished with desks and dining tables. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 4-star aparthotel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This Manchester aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 42-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include a fitness center.
Make yourself at home in one of the 160 guestrooms, featuring kitchens with refrigerators and stovetops. 42-inch Smart televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided weekly.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Satisfy your appetite at Winsome, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities.
Winsome - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Foundation - Onsite coffee shop. Open daily.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Restaurants on site

  • Foundation
  • Winsome

Kitchen

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed: GBP 40 per night

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • 42-inch Smart TV with digital channels

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 30 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift (117 centimetre wide door)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk

Location highlights

  • In a shopping district
  • In the city centre
  • Near a train station

Things to do

  • Gym

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Security system

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 160 units
  • 3 buildings
  • 7 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1850
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Living plant wall
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Traditional architecture
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests will receive an email from the property with a link to certify their essential traveler status prior to arrival. Guests are required to complete this verification before check-in.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 66 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 40.0 per night

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: GBP 1.20 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 40.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a security system
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Property is also known as

Whitworth Locke Apartment Manchester
Whitworth Locke Apartment
Whitworth Locke Manchester
Whitworth Locke Aparthotel
Whitworth Locke Manchester
Whitworth Locke Aparthotel Manchester

Whitworth Locke Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 883 out of 1150 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 194 out of 1150 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 1150 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1150 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1150 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Honestly the best boutique hotel experience we’ve ever had. The US needs to take some pointers from Locke. We’ll be staying with them in other cities for sure. Kieren and the other hosts were super helpful. The place was immaculate and the coffee and food on premise were world class.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Freya

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Amazing!

Kieran helped me with check-in. He was lovely and incredibly helpful. All the other staff were super friendly and professional. The building is gorgeous and very well maintained
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yussif

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was exceptionally well located and well presented, with a vibrant and welcoming energy. Excellent service from top quality staff and food and drink options too.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Omolade

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about the whitworth was amazing. It’s central to local transport, restaurants and cafes, and a bunch of sights (if you’re looking for things to do). They helped me get my luggage after it was delayed by the airport. Super clean, wonderful staff and restaurant, and they even secured our bags during the day until our next evening flight. Will be my go to when I travel to Manchester.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ming

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zahra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful stay and can’t thank the you all enough for your flexibility and warm hospitality—especially since I booked at the very last minute. Special thanks to Kieran, Sanjay, Luke, Noor, Kalli and Vanessa for being so accommodating, and I truly appreciated Luke's help with arranging a late check-out. The overall friendliness and professionalism of the team made a big difference and ensured a smooth, stress-free experience. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zahra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful stay and can’t thank the you all enough for your flexibility and warm hospitality—especially since I booked at the very last minute. Special thanks to Sanjay, Luke, Noor, Kalli and Vanessa for being so accommodating, and I truly appreciated Luke's help with arranging a late check-out. The overall friendliness and professionalism of the team made a big difference and ensured a smooth, stress-free experience. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosalind

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and helpful. The apartment was good and well located for everything
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

GRAHAM

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Farai

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Excellent central location

All good. Central to where we wanted to be .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very nice
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daphne

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zeena

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Fabulous night

Fabulous comfort and value. Great building: great. Service. Light touch but polite. Room was beautiful and bed comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sam

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location and room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Lovely stay

Clean, quiet, centrally located
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only complaint is bathroom could’ve been a bit cleaner when we arrived. Everything else was great and we would deffinetly go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

F E

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Fantastic stay in the city

Really fantastic stay - 5/10 min walk from Oxford Street and Piccadily. Decor of the bar / hotel / room was beautiful. Nice to have a little kitchen with a kettle etc. Really lovely staff - thank you for the breakfast recommendations! Great price too for a two night stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Manchester family trip

We loved our time at Whitworth Locke. The location was very convenient but outside of the more bustling parts of the city. We stayed with our three young sons and having the option to stay in a two bedroom unit was fantastic! The amenities were great and the staff was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

A wonderful stay, with a few squeaky floors.

I thought the place was amazing, much more spacious that I had imagined and the split level flooring for the kitchenette/living space was so nice! I’ll admit the shower was probably the best part though! The only fault I could give would be the squeaky flooring, which made getting up and going to the toilet during the night almost impossible…
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025