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Old Jul 22, 2023 | 3:46 am
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Originally Posted by oxfordjames
This has never been a 'flagship' Marriott, just a regular UK regional hotel.

Some interesting facts; this used to be the Le Meridien Victoria & Albert Hotel, Le Meridien also had the Clock Tower Hotel in Manchester (now Kimpton after substantial investment and renovations).

The owner at the time RBS, switched to Marriott when Le Meriden were in financial difficulties before the Starwood purchase.

This deal also included the now JW Grosvenor House, London & Renaissance Shelbourne, Dublin.
I didn't know that! Interesting I guess I said 'flagship' because it appeared to be the best/most full-service option in Manchester amongst all Bonvoy properties, but maybe I just interpreted that wrong. When going in with regular Marriott hotel expectations this is a pretty decent choice.
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