Hotel Gotham

TL;DR

• Gothic glamour: A dramatic 1920s bank building turned Art Deco fantasy.
• Opulent interiors: Black-and-white tiling, red velvet, gold details.
• Exclusive feel: From the bellboys to the private members-only bar.
• For luxury lovers: Ideal for those who enjoy indulgent design and cocktails in style.
• Check prices here

Maybe it’s the name, the mood, the imposing architecture, but we imagine Hotel Gotham is where Lestat de Lioncourt stays when in town for a City match.

Interiors are as commanding as the tall arches and tiered levels of the converted 1920s bank building.

Black and white tiling and red velvet are definitely worthy of a dramatic immortal on a UK tour.

The bellboys look particularly biteable in mint-green or clean black, fully buttoned up in a classic formality that few boutique hotels go for these days.

The entire hotel is built on an opulent, self aware version of luxury, leaning into all sorts of markers of prestige.

We’re talking fancy cars, exclusive access to amenities, Art Deco design, twinkles of gold and plenty of food and drink.

If you can see yourself sipping cocktails in gorgeous spaces and becoming a member of a Supercar Club, Hotel Gotham is your place.

What are the rooms like?

• 60 dark and moody rooms: Black accents, velvet armchairs, and gothic flair.
• Compact choices: Cosy Club and Club rooms suit solo travellers best.
• Elegant upgrades: Director’s rooms and suites offer more space and plush touches.
• Unique styles: From green Inner Sanctum suites to the marble-tubbed Bank Manager Suite.
• Modern comforts: Espresso machines, minibars, robes, and luxury linens included.
• See each room in detail here

Rooms are a bit dark and moody, yes, but it’s Hotel Gotham after all.

You’ve got plenty of black accents, peacock motifs and fuzzy blankets that look like they were taken off artificial bears.

Chains holding all the wall decor just add to the vampire of it all, just in case you thought we were overreacting to the velvet armchairs.

They start small, we’ll warn you. Cosy Club options are 16 square meters, just under the more standard Club option, which runs more like 26.

It’s a nice way to save a bit on an upscale hotel, but for anyone but a solo traveller, we wouldn’t recommend.

The fanciest Guestroom is the Director’s, which hints at a suite and features an extra-big bed.

Suites are super-plush, with plenty of space and extra amenities. The top tier Inner Sanctum suites are a bit too Oasis green room for our taste, but we are sure they’ll appeal to many.

We’re more charmed by the Bank Manager Suite, with its shiny bathtub and velvet fainting couch.

Whichever strikes your fancy, you’ll enjoy plush linens, TVs, stylish waffle robes, well-stocked mini bars and espresso machines.

And what’s the food like? Any facilities we should know about?

• Chic dining: Honey serves refined classics and Afternoon Tea with champagne.
• Stylish views: Elegant arched windows create a memorable atmosphere.
• Exclusive drinks: Club Brass offers cocktails in a private members-only setting.
• Special perks: Membership includes access to global private clubs.
• Elegant events: The candlelit Gilt room hosts private gatherings.
• Concierge service: On hand to organize anything guests might need.

The food is solid, and the drinks many and varied at Hotel Gotham.

The onsite restaurant, Honey, is a chic space with a solid menu of favourites available in the dining room or in your own room.

There’s a tasting menu and Afternoon Tea served up with prosecco or champagne.

The dining room has lovely views from elegant arched windows.

Club Brass is the member and guest-exclusive bar devoted to serving up tasty cocktails in a shiny setting reminiscent of both a speakeasy and a bank vault.

Membership in Club Brass includes reciprocal memberships in other exclusive clubs worldwide.

There’s also a drapey, candle-filled event space called Gilt that’s available for all sorts of lavish assemblies.

There are other, more business-like meeting rooms and a concierge determined to help you enjoy your stay to the utmost.

Unfortunately, that’s it for facilities, which is not rare for a boutique, but we like a little bit more to do in a 5-star ourselves.

How is the location? Anything interesting nearby?

• Central base: Steps from Manchester’s main shopping and nightlife areas.
• Easy transport: Both major train stations within a 10-minute walk.
• Nearby sights: Football Museum, Castlefield, and galleries within 20 minutes.
• Vibrant scene: Surrounded by bars, clubs, and dining options for all tastes.
• Convenient: Ideal for exploring Manchester on foot.

Hotel Gotham is conveniently placed in the centre of Manchester.

The National Football Museum and Manchester Victoria are about a 10-minute walk, the main events of the Northern Quarter.

The galleries, venues and unique museums near Castlefield are a 20-minute walk, 15 minutes on public transport, or under 10 in a car.

The furthest area will be the Manchester University campus, but it’s still not far. There’s easy transport from downtown that will get you to the Manchester Museum in 20 minutes.

Nightlife is solid all around, and you’re such an easy distance from every area.

Both main train stations are within a 10-minute walk.

And what about the reviews? What did other guests think?

Some things guests liked:

“The hotel was wonderful. Really clean, really comfortable, really different and full of wonderful little extra things that showed an enormous amount of thought had gone into making it a fabulous experience. I loved everything about staying here….”

“The location and the exuberance of the room was magical ; the wonder wall is amazing and the bed is very comfortable ; the staff are so welcoming and friendly. The valet and welcoming staff at the entrance are particularly friendly ; the roof terrace is a lovely touch; ; had an amusing thought that the bar sign at night once a month shined into the sky would be a massive promotional touch bottle of prosecco as a welcome was so thoughtful….”

Some things guests didn’t like:

”Although bed was comfy,didn’t get the best sleep….”

”It was expensive for the room and valet parking is quite expensive. But all in all it was good needs some music in the bar area as not must atmosphere….”

> Read all the reviews right here