Kimpton Clocktower Hotel

A refuge in the capital of cool

With its clock tower and striking Victorian architecture, The Principal Manchester is an unmistakable landmark in the city's skyline. A magnificent, terracotta Grade II listed building, the hotel has a history dating back to 1890, when it first opened as The Refuge Assurance Company headquarters.

Opposite Oxford Road Station and just a 10-minute walk from Manchester Piccadilly, The Principal Manchester is perfectly placed for business travel and weekend getaways, and is close to many of the city’s attractions.


With its central location and range of spaces, The Principal Manchester is the perfect place to hold your next conference, meeting or event.

Enjoy Edwardian surroundings enhanced to accommodate modern business requirements, as well as a dedicated event manager on hand to help with every detail.

We’ve not overlooked the food, either: from a working lunch to a tasting menu, our Executive Chef and his team will work to create a menu that works.

At a glance

17 meeting rooms with full AV
Capacities from four to 1,000
Largest ballroom in a hotel in the northwest of England
Blue-chip clients from all major industries and sectors