1887, the imposing victorian building has been sympathetically restored and retains many period features including its majestic sweeping stair case.Situated close to the thriving Salford Quays commercial district, the Lowry Center, Designer Outlet and the Imperial War Museum, the Hotel is ideally placed for both business and leisure travel. Sports enthusiasts will discover that both the Manchester United Football Club and Lancashire County Cricket Club grounds are within a 5 minute stroll of the hotel. Located close to the UK's motorway and rail network providing an excellent base for travel to the Lake district, Derbyshire Dales, Cheshire and Yourkshire's breathtaking country side, as well as the UK's number 1 seaside resort of Blackpool.Metro station just next to the hotel; two stops to the City Center, three stops to Gmex Center.