Located a stone’s throw away from the town hall, this imposing listed building has loomed large over the centre of Manchester since the Edwardian era. Whether relaxing in one of the none-more-elegant rooms, drinking classic cocktails at the bar or dining in one of the two in-house restaurants (a tasting menu at Michelin star-tipped The French is a must try), a stay at the Midland Hotel is the way to experience Manchester at its most luxurious.