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Atrium Apartments - Manchester

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Chic and cool, city-centre apartments

For anyone who has ever wanted to own a swish apartment in the heart of a young, vibrant city, this could be the perfect test-drive. Self-catering city apartments are becoming the next big thing, and a stay in one of these cool, contemporary, serviced apartments will certainly turn your idea of a city-break on its head.

A gorgeous, Grade II-listed Victorian building has been cleverly converted into 116 luxury apartments, within spitting distance of Manchester Piccadilly and the city’s main station, and everything else the heart of the city has to offer.

Whether you plump for a compact studio apartment, or a big, 2-bedroomed space, the contemporary furnishings, modern kitchens and great bathrooms will almost certainly appeal. And while this is a self-catering option, Atrium has everything on offer that you could hope for from a city hotel – a central atrium (go figure…) with a 24-hour front desk, laundry services, wake-up calls, maid service and even a grocery shopping option. And for such central city accommodation, you couldn’t hope for better value.

Where is it?

In the heart of buzzing Manchester – probably the UK’s coolest city outside London (even including London, some might argue). Home to some of the best music, nightlife, culture and shopping in Europe, a weekend is hardly time to experience it all, but it’s a fantastic place to start. Check out The Weekender's Guide to Manchester for the best things to do, things to see and places to go that the city has to offer.

If the Madchester vibe gets too much for you, however, a short trip east of the city (train and bus links are good), and you’re in the depths of the stunning Peak District. Its wild and craggy landscape couldn’t be a better antidote to city life.

Where can I eat?

Manchester is bursting with great restaurants and cafes, not to mention a veritable Las Vegas of Indian restaurants on its famous Curry Mile.

For all the best places to eat, check out The Weekender's Guide to Manchester.

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For anyone who has ever wanted to own a swish apartment in the heart of a young, vibrant city, this could be the perfect test-drive. Self-catering city apartments are becoming the next big thing, and a stay in one of these cool, contemporary, serviced apartments will certainly turn your idea of a city-break on its head.