The Principal Manchester

Formerly the Refuge Assurance staff dining room, our Ballroom is the largest single event space within a hotel in the northwest of England. It can also be used in conjunction with the Whitworth Rooms to maximise flexibility and numbers. Combining many original, listed features with all of the technology you need to run a large conference, the Ballroom even has its own stage, as well as natural daylight, a private bar and a dedicated, private entrance from Waterhouse Way.

The beautifully refurbished bedroom offer a loft-style wow factor; designed by award-winning architects at Michaelis Boyd, the interiors of our refurbished bedrooms and suites make full use of the building’s architectural heritage. The designs combine elements of architectural salvage with references to the ‘golden age of travel’ such as packing trunks and, in some of the rooms, travel armoires. New bed linen, smart TVs and a tuck box of treats ensure that guests feel every bit as special as the rooms.