Romance has been a little difficult for some of us over the last year or two. We weren’t really allowed much close contact with anyone not in our household bubble and even if we were, it’s not easy to enjoy a kiss from one metre away whilst wearing a surgical mask…
This year, now restrictions have been lessened, it’s time to make up for opportunities lost.
If you want to make a bigger deal out of this year’s Valentine’s Day – whether it be for your long-suffering partner, to impress a new romance, for your best friends or just want to get away, here are some of the hotel packages being offered in (and around) Manchester this month.
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What: Valentine’s Weekend #LoveStock weekend package
The stunning and historic Stock Exchange Hotel has everything you need for a romantic weekend away with a selection of rooms available between Friday 11th to Monday 14th February (Prices range from £299 to £420 per room per night.)
Tables are also available at Tom Kerridge’s Bull & Bear Restaurant throughout the weekend and the 14th February you can dine in the surroundings of the historic former Trading Floor. Tables can be booked via the reservations team at [email protected].
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Where: Native Manchester, Ducie Street Warehouse
What: Chocolate treats
For the ultimate Love Edition getaway, stay at the cool aparthotel Native Manchester, located just above the warehouse, as they have partnered with local artisan chocolatier Cocoa Cabana in Ancoats. Those who stayed over between Friday 11th and Monday 14th February and booked via nativeplaces.com will receive a special chocolate treat made with love by Cocoa Cabana. Book now here.
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Where: Kimpton Clocktower Hotel
What: The “From Manchester with Love” package
Celebrate the most romantic night of the year at Kimpton Clocktower Hotel with an overnight stay in one of the hotel stylish rooms or suites with the ultimate Valentine’s getaway for two “From Manchester with Love” package. The offer includes breakfast, a Gin & Tonic and a sweet treat waiting for you in your room on arrival. Plus £50 credit to spend on in the destination restaurant The Refuge by Volta and as well as a beautiful flower bouquet by in-house florist giraffe flowers.
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Where: Dakota Manchester
What: ‘With Love from Dakota’ package from £300 and inclusive of the below luxuries:
Starting from £300, you could treat your significant other to an overnight stay for two adults in a luxurious bedroom where you’ll find a bottle of Tattinger Champagne & chocolates on arrival which you can sip whilst relaxing in your Dakota branded bathrobes and slippers. They’ll even turn your bed down and scatter rose petals on it for that extra romantic touch. The next morning you can indulge in a hearty cooked breakfast for two served in the Dakota Grill. This offer is available 11th-14th February and can be booked HERE.
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Where: The Lowry Hotel
What: Valentine’s Spa Packages and Valentine's Dinner
The Lowry Hotel is celebrating love in all its forms; romantic, platonic, or what the hell, self-love. Treat yourself to one of their new spa packages which are perfect for singles and couples alike.
The Rose Kiss package includes a back, neck, leg and shoulder massage as well as a rejuvenating 20-minute facial with rose oil or you can choose the fresh de-stress peppermint package which is the same but with peppermint oil. Enjoy solo from £85pp or enjoy the treatments in a couples room from £170.
Between 12th - 14th February, The River Restaurant, will be offering a special five course menu including a welcome glass of fizz (£59.95pp) and all table bookings on Valentine’s Day itself will receive a complimentary red rose.
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Where: Moxy Manchester City
What: Cocktails, Cake & Love
The newly opened neighbourhood hotel and hangout in Spinningfields, has announced Cocktails, Cake & Love to celebrate Valentine’s Day, with cupcakes in partnership with local independent, Hey Little Cupcake.
The special package for two includes an overnight stay with breakfast, two sparkling Rossini cocktails on the evening of the stay, a Valentine’s inspired Hey Little Cupcake each, and late checkout at 1pm. Cocktails, Cake & Love is available to book from Friday 11th February to Monday 14th February, with rates starting from £99. Moxy Manchester City is pet friendly, so why not upgrade your package for some pooch treats too. Bookings can be made here.
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Where: Absoluxe Suites, Kirkby Lonsdale
What: February Valentine’s Package
If you fancy heading out of the city with your significant other, we recommend the beautiful market town of Kirkby Lonsdale in the South Lakes. If you book to stay at Absoluxe Suites you can purchase an additional package for an extra £300 available during the whole of February. The Valentine’s Package includes a champagne afternoon tea on arrival and a bouquet of red flowers which you’ll receive while listening to a special Valentine’s playlist playing as you enter your suite. The suite will contain special Frankie’s Bakery mini cakes and sweets, writing paper and petal hearts on your bed. They’ll even book dinner for you at Restaurant Carter in Arkholme (transport will be arranged but you’ll have to pay for dinner yourselves.)
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Where: Hotel Football
What: The Ultimate Kids Half Term Staycation Package
This half term (and up until 30th April) guests can enjoy a two-night stay, overlooking the iconic Theatre of Dreams, with the third night on Hotel Football.
The package includes a three-night stay, a stunning breakfast for all the family with dishes inspired by the beautiful game and a family afternoon tea at Cafe Football, the venue’s football-inspired ground floor restaurant. You can also enjoy one evening meal in Cafe Football as well as 20% off all food & drink throughout the stay.
Your family can also relive the glory days with passes to the Manchester United Stadium and Museum Tour, all included in the package. To top it off, Hotel Football has a dedicated ‘Game Zone’ to keep the aspiring little footballers entertained with PS consoles, Teqball and Fifa.
For more information - [email protected]
(This package is subject to availability and is not available on Manchester United home game dates.)
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Also read: WHERE TO EAT AND DRINK IN MANCHESTER - FEBRUARY 2022