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Great John Street Hotel

3.5 of 5
Great John Street, Manchester M3 4FD, England
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Kendal, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

I have stayed here on numerous occasion and can't fault it. I just wish I could afford an 'Eclectic' room every time! Great location, stunning rooms, comfortable bed and good deals on late room bookings. Every time we go to Manchester I start looking at other hotels with the idea of staying somewhere a bit cheaper but then every time... More

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Manchester, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013 NEW

This is an old victorian school just 10 minutes walk from Manchester City Centre converted at great expense in to a lovely hotel. Every bedroom is individual so ask them to say which one you are having when you book, some are set on two levels, with role top baths and lots of original features, exposed brick work and ornate... More

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Manchester, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Having used TripAdvisor for many years, we’ve never actually left a review. However, following our wedding on a Friday in April of this year, we felt obligated to let everyone know how good The Great John Street Hotel is! We booked the venue 18+ months in advance and from ‘Day 1’ Bronwen (the wedding planner) was brilliant. Very attentive, always... More

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Lincoln, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

I recently stayed at the Great John Street hotel and cannot praise it enough. I unfortunately stayed only one night and did not get the opportunity to eat at the hotel so cannot comment on the food. The room which was a baby grand and therefore their smallest and cheapest room was one of th enicest rooms that I have... More

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Bolton, England, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

WOW thank you sooooo much we had the most amazing stay and the room was truly wonderful , honestly I have stayed in many many hotels especially with my job being a Travel Counsellor but I simply love your hotel the atmosphere , service , rooms , breakfast everything I just adore. Truly unique and special. Thank you for looking... More

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Leicester, United Kingdom
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

We have stayed here numerous times and reason being is that its paradise in Manchester! Rooms are fantastic, staff very helpful, mangement very welcoming and proffessional, location ideal, food excellent especially the breakfast wow!. The small details here make this hotel stand out from anything else we have ever stayed in... If you have a special ocassion to celebrate then... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

We went back to GJS last week as we planned an overnight stay in Manchester. The room was excellent and the service and hospitality of the staff were both great. The breakfast was exceptional and given the opportunity we'll be back soon!! If you are considering a stay over in Manchester you won't go wrong booking a room at this... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

Stayed here on a Sunday night, been a few times before but then changed to the Lowry. But looking for a place to use regular as the Lowry alternate the price according to demand. The place Iain a great location near to shopping and entertainment but just seems to lack something. The sleep quality is good and rooms very clean.... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

Well what can i say, Sunday was my third time to stay at Great John Street and probably my last. The first time i stayed here with my partner i had a wonderful experience and then from there on it wasn't so good. The second time we stayed was on the 20/04/13 for my partners birthday however, there was a... More

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GJSManager, Manager at Great John Street Hotel, responded to this review
3 May 2013

Dear guest I am sorry that your recent experiences haven’t matched up to your first visit at Great John Street. As testified by previous reviewers on Trip Advisor this is not the experience that our guests are accustomed to receiving. In answer to the confusion surrounding the hot tub, we have a responsibility to ensure the well being and safety... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

What can i say Great John Street Hotel, Wow ...... Myself and my Husband stayed here on our wedding day along with 8 other friends and the effort that was made was exceptional. From booking the Hotel (speaking to the lovely Libby Morris who bent over backwards to help , thank you x ) to leaving the next morning every... More

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Additional Information about Great John Street Hotel

Also Known As:
Great John Street Manchester
Hotel Great John Street
Great John Street Hotel Manchester
Address: Great John Street, Manchester M3 4FD, England
Region: United Kingdom > England > Greater Manchester > Manchester
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Centre Fitness Centre Free High-Speed Internet Restaurant Room Service Suites Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#2 Romantic Hotels in Manchester
#3 Business Hotels in Manchester
#7 Family Hotels in Manchester
Price Range: €€
Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Only a stone's throw from Manchester's most exclusive shopping areas, restaurants and theatres, this original Victorian school house has been transformed into a chic townhouse hotel with unique, individually designed bedrooms and suites alongside stylish lounges and Oyster Bar.The Old School House also boasts stunning entertainment rooms and features Manchester only Eclectic Roof Terrace available for exclusive use for your own tailor made event.Being madly eclectic, all of our rooms have a personality of their own, giving the guest a unique experience every visit. ... more   less 
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