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About the Hotel

Morningside Drive, Manchester, United Kingdom, M20 5WZ
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Near Fletcher Moss Botanical Garden
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Amenities

The Waterside Hotel & Leisure Club offers diverse amenities, including a 130-station fitness suite and a 25-meter heated indoor swimming pool. Guests can experience over 100 fitness classes each week tailored to various skill levels. The state-of-the-art Thermal Suite includes hydrotherapy pools, sauna, and aroma steam rooms, providing a unique wellness experience.

Rooms

The hotel features 45 extensively refurbished rooms ranging from small doubles to family accommodations. Each room is equipped with handsprung mattresses, a Smart TV, and an en-suite bathroom with a drench shower. Guests also enjoy complimentary access to leisure facilities during their stay.

Location

Situated along the River Mersey in Didsbury, the hotel provides easy access to Manchester city center, just a 10-minute train ride away. Travelers can reach Manchester Airport in approximately 10 minutes by car or a short train journey. The convenient location allows exploration of local attractions like the nearby Trafford Centre.

Dining

The Waterside Hotel features an on-site restaurant that serves meals crafted from locally sourced ingredients. Guests can relax at the Club Lounge, which offers a selection of light bites and beverages. The hotel also hosts the Food Sorcery cookery school, providing culinary classes with experienced chefs.

Wellness

Wellness offerings at the hotel include free access to the leisure club for hotel guests. Guests can engage in fitness classes, personal training sessions, and unwind in the Thermal Suite. The leisure facilities are complemented by a fitness team dedicated to guest support.

Highlights

Location: Convenient for both the city and the airport

Amenities: 130-station fitness suite

Dining: Food Sorcery cookery school

Wellness: Hydrotherapy pools & Thermal Suite

Rooms: 45 extensive refurbished rooms

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Twin Room
2 persons
12 m² 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
King Room
2 persons
11 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Deluxe King Room
2 persons
17 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Small Double Room
2 persons
11 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

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

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free 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
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Dining Onsite

At The Waterside Hotel and Leisure Club, the dining experience is crafted to cater to every palate, offering fulfilling vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. With its inviting ambiance and versatile meal offerings, guests can savor delightful culinary creations at any time of the day, all while enjoying a contemporary family-friendly atmosphere.
The Waterside Hotel And Leisure Club Manchester Restaurant photo
The Waterside Hotel And Leisure Club Manchester Restaurant photo
The Waterside Hotel And Leisure Club Manchester Restaurant photo

Restaurant #1

Contemporary family-friendly dining
Ambiance
A modern setting overlooking the pool, perfect for families and casual gatherings.
Key Offerings
Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner options with a focus on vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free meals.
Reservation
Reservations are not needed.
Open daily from 06:30 to 21:00.

Location

Morningside Drive, Manchester, United Kingdom, M20 5WZ
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Morningside Drive, Manchester, United Kingdom, M20 5WZ
Nearby
Buckingham Bingo Club
380 m
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The Gateway
590 m
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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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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-22:30
Check-out
from 07:00-11:00
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of GBP15.95 per person per day. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Year renovated:
2011
Number of rooms:
45
Former name
The Waterside Hotel & Galleon Leisure Club
Questions of the users
About The Waterside Hotel And Leisure Club
What is the distance of the hotel from Manchester City Centre?
12 January 2024
The hotel is approximately 10 kilometers from Manchester City Centre, which is about a 15-minute drive or a 20 to 30-minute journey using public transport.
Is access to the swimming pool included for hotel guests?
18 February 2024
Yes, all guests staying at the hotel can enjoy complimentary access to the swimming pool, gym, and spa facilities at no extra cost.
Can hotel guests use the gym without any additional fees?
22 March 2024
Absolutely! Hotel guests have free access to the gym facilities during their stay.
Are the spa facilities currently available for use?
5 April 2024
Yes, the spa facilities have reopened, and hotel guests can use them at no extra charge.
Is there an additional fee for using the spa area?
30 April 2024
No, access to the spa area is included in the hotel stay for all guests.
Can arrangements be made to switch from a double bed to twin beds?
15 May 2024
Yes, it's possible to request a change to twin beds, but it would require modifying your existing booking directly with the hotel.
Does the hotel provide long-stay parking options?
20 June 2024
Unfortunately, long-stay parking is not available at the hotel. Local airport services offer this convenience if needed.
What are the operating hours for the pool and spa facilities?
28 July 2024
The wet areas are open from 06:15 to 22:00 on weekdays and from 07:15 to 21:30 on weekends.
Is breakfast included with the stay at the hotel?
8 August 2024
Breakfast is available as an extra depending on the room's board basis, so it is advisable to check during booking.
What amenities does the hotel have to accommodate families?
12 September 2024
Family rooms are designed to accommodate up to four guests, with access to leisure facilities for all family members included in the stay.

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