Stylish, central, and relatively cheap. If you're looking to explore Manchester for a long weekend or just in need of an overnight stop off the Whitlock is a brilliant base. Very chilled casual atmosphere, with a cool glass roofed bar / lounge, nice cafe and stylish rooms with their own self contained kitchens, it is geared towards a younger demographic 18-39, with cool artwork bright colours and relevant lounge music, however I would imagine all ages would be accommodated and satisfied with their stay. The staff are very friendly and easy to talk to, and even let me and my girlfriend store our bags there for the day after we checked out so we could explore the city a bit before leaving. It's also just round the corner from the Manchester's gay village, and boasts an inclusive LBGTQ atmosphere as well as near to several of Manchesters canal walks.