RADISSON BLU EDWARDIAN MANCHESTER Luxe

My husband and I spent one night here as we were attending a function at the hotel. We parked in a bay outside the hotel lobby and the car was then valet parked for us. Check-in was very busy, however the staff on reception were friendly and efficient and the queue quickly disappeared. Our room was a business class one on the 10th floor. It was modern, bright and immaculate. The bathrooms fixtures were modern and clean and the complimentary toiletries smelled fabulous. Unfortunately I didn't get the opportunity to use the spa, it did however look fabulous! My husband used the gym and said it was well equipped and clean. Lunch in the hotel bar was very nice, although the service was a little slow and it is really dimly lit, too much so, I thought, when people were trying to eat. The function was held in the Halle function room on the second floor. It was a really lovely space for a private function and the table service was very good. The food was ok, but not great, there was no choice for any of the courses (even though the menu gave a choice of two or three for each course.) Breakfast the next morning was much better. Service was excellent, there was a huge range of hot and cold choices at the buffet. The orange and grapefruit juices were freshly squeezed and the coffee was freshly filtered. A la Carte options were also available. We had a lovely, long, leisurely breakfast and the staff were attentive and friendly. The hotel is in a fabulous location, perfect for exploring Manchester's lovely city centre. I would have absolutely no hesitation in staying in this hotel again. I'd actually like to return when we have no function to attend so that I can avail of the beautiful facilities and have a more leisurely break. The staff are really helpful and friendly, the atmosphere is lovely and the location is superb.

I couldn't fault this hotel in any way, 5 stars is not really enough. Staff were totally professional but friendly & charming, quality of good was wonderful, the Art pieces scattered all around the hotel mean it's like a cultural experience just walking the corridors. The spa & pool could not be more relaxing & welcoming.

Fantastic staff, wonderful room with a city view and excellent location. The staff made my wife and I feel extra special and nothing was to much trouble. We will definitely be using the Radisson from now on when visiting Manchester.

If visiting Manchester on business or pleasure, this hotel is perfectly located in the city center. Facilities and accommodation are excellent. This is a modern hotel with everything you could need, pool, spa and main restaurant are all great.

The Radisson Blu Edwardian may play second fiddle to the Midland on the same street but it delivered my best business trip in years. This is a real-life example of that cliche, 'our people are our greatest asset'. The staff at this hotel are wonderful. Special mention to Anna at breakfast. Absolute superstar. The breakfast room (Steak and Lobster) gets really busy with guests arriving in crowds. Anna accommodates us all with a charming smile and guides us through the busy restaurant with the grace of a ballerina. Worthy mention to both Jimmy and Joao the concierges who are exceptionally helpful and friendly. The greeting and check-in was friendly yet efficient and the public areas are really quite impressive with some show-stopping art installations. My room was clean (top marks to Housekeeping), spacious and comfortable but honestly a bit underwhelming for a 5-Star hotel - really like a slightly upgraded Holiday Inn. There was also a persistent hum like my neighbour was hoovering constantly. I guess the 5 star rating is all about the Spa, which is of no interest to me. That's why my rating is 4. My only actual criticism is that the bar still serves Schweppes Tonic. Seriously, gin is a big deal these days and a choice of quality tonics really does matter.