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Locals Dig Rooftop Hot Tub Hotel

March 23, 2006 at 10:25 AM | 0 Comments

Brits are tough on hotels, and we love 'em for it. So when folks from the UK talk about a "brilliant hotel in Manchester" we stand up and listen.

Let's get the bad out of the way first, the Great John Street Hotel is hardly soundproofed, charges egregious amounts for daily Internet access (a common occurence on the continent), and doesn't always provide guests with bathrobes.

However, you are bound to be impressed by the excess inside the 30 split-level suites--freestanding tubs, exposed brick, mirrored bedside cabinets, and the presence of red velvet.

Furthermore, the property is run by former Four Seasons execs, so it should come as no surprise to hear that plenty of guests rave about the service at Great John Street.

The piece de resistance, in our opinion, is a rooftop hot tub that combats the constantly bitter Manchester weather:

Stayed at Great John Street last night as a post theatre treat as we don't live too far away. In the snow this morning we headed for the rooftop hot tub and felt like we were in a geyser in Iceland - excellent.

Another hotel tell? The locals dig it. Whenever folks who live nearby spend money to stay for the night in a neighboring hotel, when they could just as easily sleep at home, you know the hotel is onto something.

Related Stories:
· Great John Street Hotel Reviews [TripAdvisor]
· UK Hotel Coverage [HotelChatter]