Newly built in 2008 and comprising 120 rooms in total, this air-conditioned hotel is the perfect place for business or leisure stays. Guests are welcomed into a lobby with a 24-hour reception and lift access, and dining options include a fantastic restaurant, great pub and a Starbucks coffee shop. Business guests will appreciate the Hub meeting and conference centre, as well as the complimentary wireless Internet throughout public areas. Room and laundry services are offered, and there are more than 300 free parking spaces for those arriving by vehicle. Guests can enjoy the convenience of 24-hour room service. Location This family-friendly business hotel is located just 1.5 km from junction 23 of the M60, making it easily accessible from the M56, M61, M62 and M6 motorways. It is situated to the east of Manchester's city centre, near the City of Manchester Stadium and Sports City complexes. Attractions such as Manchester Cathedral are also close by, and those looking to shop should head to the Trafford Shopping Centre, just a 20-minute drive from the accommodation. Links via public transport can be found just 2.4 km away and Manchester Airport lies some 13 km from the hotel. Rooms The comfortable guestrooms are all en suite, the bathrooms either featuring a large walk-in shower or a shower and bathtub. All rooms come equipped with a table, chairs, a desk lamp, a 27-inch plasma satellite TV, complimentary wireless Internet access and a direct dial telephone. A hairdryer, ironing set, trouser press, tea and coffee making facilities and air conditioning and heating also feature. Sport The Village Health and Fitness Club is a full-size, state-of-the-art health club with a 20-metre indoor swimming pool and over 70 pieces of Technogym equipment, as well as a spinning room, aerobics studio and personal trainer programmes. There is also a sauna and steam room on site, and relaxing massage treatments are offered. Active types will enjoy browsing in the hotel's Velocity Fitness Shop. Whilst staying at the hotel, guests can take advantage of free access to the health and fitness club. Children must be accompanied by an adult in the health and fitness club and children's swimming times apply. Adults can also enjoy occasional live party nights at this hotel. Meals The Verve grill is a stylish and unpretentious restaurant, with fabulous food and service to match, serving an enticing range of dishes and an unrivalled selection of stunning steaks. Victory pub and kitchen serves delicious pub grub and has a fantastic range of 9 delicious burgers to choose from. It is a classic sports bar with luxury furnishings and big screen entertainment. Victory pub and kitchen is the perfect place to watch the big match by night or day, or to meet with friends and colleagues at the start, middle or end of a busy day, or night. There is also a genuine Starbucks coffee shop serving guests' favourite hot and cold drinks and snacks. In addition, a continental breakfast buffet is served at this hotel. Payment American Express, JCB, MasterCard and VISA are accepted as methods of payment and deposit at this establishment. Maestro debit cards are accepted for payment only. Notes Early check in and late check out available. Please contact the hotel directly.