The Waterside Hotel And Leisure Club | Airport Hotel in Manchester | Free Shuttle

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Morningside Drive, Manchester, United Kingdom, M20 5WZ

“The hotel's location by the River Mersey offers lovely scenic walks.”view full review

Amenities

Waterside Hotel & Leisure Club offers a 130-station fitness suite, 25-meter swimming pool, and 100+ weekly fitness classes. The on-site Food Sorcery cookery school provides culinary classes for both adults and children. Guests can unwind in the dedicated Thermal Suites, which include hydrotherapy pools, saunas, and various sensory rooms.

Rooms

The hotel hosts 45 newly refurbished rooms, including twin, double, king, and family configurations. Each room features a UK queen-sized bed with handsprung mattresses and ensuite bathrooms equipped with drench showers. Guests enjoy complimentary access to the hotel's leisure facilities throughout their stay.

Location

Situated along the banks of the River Mersey in Didsbury, the hotel is just a 30-minute train ride from the city center and a short drive from Manchester Airport. Easy access to major transport links allows guests to explore both the local area and broader Manchester with convenience. Nearby attractions include the Trafford Centre and Manchester Arena, both within a 20-minute reach.

Wellness

The hotel's leisure club includes a highly regarded thermal suite and a hydrotherapy pool that features seating and floor jets, designed to relieve tension. Guests aged 18 and over can make use of thermal facilities free of charge during their stay. The leisure club also offers a range of fitness classes, personal training, and wellness practices.

Dining

Guests can enjoy dining options at the hotel's restaurant and bar, featuring locally sourced produce. The Club Coffee Shop serves a variety of beverages and light snacks throughout the day. The restaurant's chef team is skilled in creating classic dishes from high-quality ingredients.

Highlights

Location: Just a 30-minute train ride to Manchester city center

Rooms: 45 newly refurbished configurations with ensuite bathrooms

Dining: On-site Restaurant with locally sourced produce

Wellness: 130-station fitness suite and thermal suite

Attractiveness: Close to major attractions like the Trafford Centre and Manchester Arena

Accessibility: Free onsite parking and excellent public transport links

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How to Navigate the City

Explore Every Transit Option Around the Airport

City Centre

Manchester 8.5 km

Airports

Manchester (MAN) 9.8 km

Liverpool John Lennon (LPL) 54.6 km

Train

Manchester Piccadilly 8.2 km

Bus

Bus stop 3.9 km

Facilities

Comfortable Rooms and Convenient Services to Enhance Your Layover

Relaxing Thermal Suite

“I spent hours enjoying the thermal suite with a good sauna, multiple steam rooms, and a jacuzzi with strong massage pressure jets. Everything was kept clean and well-maintained, making it a fantastic experience!” view full review

Excellent Gym Facilities

“The gym was amazing, featuring a vast array of cardio and resistance machines. I appreciated the separate ladies' area and the 24-hour access, which allowed me to fit in workouts at my convenience.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast Options

“Breakfast at the hotel was well worth it! There was a great selection, including locally sourced coffee. I particularly loved the omelette, and the entire breakfast was expertly managed.” view full review

Convenient Parking Experience

“I found the parking facilities to be very convenient with plenty of spaces available. The security measures in place gave me peace of mind during my stay, ensuring my vehicle was safe.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Table tennis
Yoga class

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Children

Cots
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Steam room
Jacuzzi
Shallow end

Room features

Heating
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location & Directions

Morningside Drive, Manchester, United Kingdom, M20 5WZ

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Morningside Drive, Manchester, United Kingdom, M20 5WZ

City landmarks

Park

Fletcher Moss Botanical Garden

1.1 km

Park

Didsbury Park

1.3 km

Landmark

Grosvenor Casino Didsbury

650 m

Park

Abney Hall

1.4 km

Museum

The Manchester Museum

7.0 km

Landmark

Stockport Frogs

1.4 km

Landmark

Quarry Bank

7.0 km

Landmark

Church of St James

980 m

Landmark

Cineworld

640 m

Landmark

St Mary's Church

1.1 km

Church

East Didsbury Methodist Church

1.2 km

Landmark

Church of St John the Baptist

1.3 km

Church

St James' Church

970 m

Landmark

St Cuthbert

1.4 km

Landmark

Former Manchester Metropolitan University Didsbury Campus

1.0 km

Landmark

Pugin Heritage Visitor Centre

1.1 km

Golf Course

Cheadle Golf Club

2.1 km

Landmark

St. Chad's Church

1.2 km

Landmark

Cheadle Social Club

1.3 km

Landmark

Megabowl

1.3 km

Golf Course

Didsbury Golf Club

2.2 km

Church

St John's Church

1.3 km

Landmark

Yeshurun Hebrew Congregation

1.4 km

Park

Marie Louise Gardens

2.1 km

Landmark

Old Congregational Church

1.5 km

Landmark

Church of Emmanuel

1.8 km

Nature reserve

Gatley Carrs

3.7 km

Nearby

Buckingham Bingo Club

380 m

Restaurants

The Gateway

590 m

882 Wilmslow Road East Didsbury

Khandoker Restaurant

620 m

812 Kingsway Didsbury

Nando's

700 m

Kingsway Parrs Wood Entertainment Centre

Chiquito

730 m

Parrswood Entertainment Centre Wilmslow Road Wilmslow Road East Didsbury

Pizza Hut

740 m

Parrs Wood Complex Didsbury

The Secret Garden Cafe

1.1 km

Manchester Road

Good Fortune

990 m

831 Wilmslow Road Didsbury

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The Waterside Hotel And Leisure Club, Manchester

Hotel Overview

Amenities

Rooms

Location

Wellness

Dining

Highlights

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How to Navigate the City

Facilities

General

Sports & Fitness

Guest Parking

Services

Dining

Children

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Media

Room decor

Location & Directions

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