MARRIOTT MANCHESTER VICTORIA & ALBERT HOTEL
IT’S YOUR ESCAPE IN THE CITY. IT’S WHERE WORK IS A PLEASURE.
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THE PLACE TO MEET The Manchester Marriott Victoria & Albert Hotel offers a warm hospitality in the heart of the city. Blending historic detail with contemporary flair, this former Victorian warehouse sets the scene for clear thinking and relaxation. But that inner city vibe is never far away - we’re located just minutes from the Spinningfields Business and Leisure District, Manchester Central, Deansgate and close to the motorway and Manchester’s two main train stations.
TAKE TIME OUT Private booths overlooking the River Irwell. A terrace with access to an impressive patio and alfresco dining. Casual, contemporary design. The V&A Bar has a relaxed mood by night and a vibrant air by day. Just perfect for that late morning coffee, a reviving cocktail or a light snack. Ideal for unwinding and recharging, or for an informal meeting. For a real treat, our V&A Restaurant champions regional cuisine with a tasteful contemporary twist. The views over the River Irwell add to the relaxed ambiance, while the table d’hôte and à la carte menus offer choices for the most discerning of palates.
WORLD-CLASS CONNECTIONS Choose from our nine conference suites, meeting rooms and boardrooms, carefully designed to accommodate the most spectacular or intimate events. Outstanding business facilities, including a dedicated business centre, high-speed internet access, audio-visual equipment and a concierge service are available. With our experienced service and expert support, you’re free to focus on the things that truly matter - honing your business strategy, making crucial marketing decisions, meeting new clients or simply celebrating recent achievements.
CHALLENGE MINDS, INSPIRE ACTION The Manchester Marriott Victoria & Albert Hotel combines cutting-edge technology with complete relaxation. Here the energy of the city meets a serene setting on the banks of the River Irwell. This unique situation inspires creative thinking, focus and purpose. It’s a theme continued inside, with nine state-of-the-art conference rooms, all fully wired with the latest technology.
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FOOD WITH FLAIR Our banquet rooms seat up to 240 guests and can be adapted for a wide range of uses. Inspire colleagues with a team-building event. Go global with a high-tech conference. Give awards ceremonies a sense of prestige. We can give your event an added edge of sophistication. To complement your meal, choose from our diverse selection of vintage champagnes, world-famous names from Europe, and carefully selected New World flavours - from the rich reds of Chile to the fruity whites of Australia. To enhance your event, we’ll design working lunches, creative buffets and mouth-watering menus to satisfy every taste and appetite.
FEEL RELAXED AND INSPIRED Work up a sweat or kick back and relax in the nearby Bannatyne’s Health Club. Available free to our guests, the gymnasium features the latest resistance and cardiovascular equipment, a pool, sauna, jacuzzi, steam room and beauty salon, spa and solarium also available at a fee - in fact, just about everything you could possible need to stay looking good and feeling your very best.
JOHN LOGIE BAIRD SUITE The John Logie Baird Suite is a large and highly adaptable facility that can be subdivided into two, three or four smaller rooms. LCD and pull down screens, an in-built PA system and soundproof moveable walls make it the ideal venue for conferences, product launches and functions. Each room has its own fax/ telephone point and power points.
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BOARDROOM AND BUSINESS SUITES Our Victoria Room, Albert Room, Irwell Room and 1844 Room, together with our Boardroom, offer a wide and flexible choice of locations for your next meeting, event or conference. Plasma screens in Albert, Irwell, 1844 and Boardroom. Victoria room has its own in-built LCD projector and screen. Wired and WiFi internet access are available in meeting room.
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PLANNING YOUR EVENT This quick reference guide is designed to make planning your business event at the Manchester Marriott Victoria & Albert Hotel as easy as possible. If you have any questions or would simply like some advice, please get in touch, we’re here to help. You can either call us direct on 0161 832 1188 or email events@thevandamanchester.co.uk. For online information and to download printable floorplans, visit MarriottEvents.co.uk. While you’re there, you can also browse through other Marriott properties across the UK and Ireland.
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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE RESTAURANTS AND LOUNGES The V&A Restaurant: Local freshly prepared brasserie style food and wines. The V&A Bar: Coffee, cocktails and light snacks
MARRIOTT LEISURE CLUB Complimentary off-site leisure facilities: Bannatyne’s Health Club including sauna, solarium, gym and swimming pool within a five minute walk.
PLACES TO SEE AND THINGS TO DO Imperial War Museum North Lowry Museum Trafford Centre Bridgewater Hall The Palace Theatre Royal Exchange Theatre Opera House Manchester United Football Stadium Manchester City Football Stadium Spinningfields Business and Leisure District
LOCATION Directions: For detailed instructions, please contact the hotel who will forward instructions by fax or email. Parking: We have valet car parking for 70 cars. Charges apply.
ACCOMMODATION 148 bedrooms, with en-suite bathroom, satellite TV channels, radio, alarm, chargeable wired high-speed internet access, direct-dial telephone, tea and coffee making facilities, hairdryer, iron and ironing board.
RESTAURANTS & LOUNGES V&A Restaurant and V&A Bar Lounge, with access to the V&A terrace with complimentary wifi access.
CONFERENCE FACILITIES 9 conference and function rooms accommodating up to 240 guests. Fully air-conditioned and equipped with the latest technology.
LEISURE FACILITIES Bannatyne’s Health Club is a three minute walk from the hotel and is free to our guests. The health club offers a gym, swimming pool and spa facilities.
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS Arndale Centre, Imperial War Museum North West, Lowry Museum, Trafford Centre, Bridgewater Hall, The Palace Theatre, Royal Exchange Theatre, Opera House, Selfridges and Harvey Nichols, Spinningfields Business and Leisure District, Deansgate, Coronation Street Set Tour.
RESERVATIONS & PAYMENT Reservations are held for guest arrival until 4.00pm. You can guarantee your booking simply by advising us of your credit card number when you book. We accept VISA, MasterCard, American Express and Diners Card. We also accept Maestro and Connect cards.
CHECK IN & CHECK OUT Check in is available from 4.00pm. Check out is 12 noon.
MARRIOTT MANCHESTER VICTORIA & ALBERT HOTEL Water Street, Manchester M3 4JQ T: 44 (0) 161 832 1188 F: 44 (0) 161 834 2484 marriott.com/MANVA