The Manchester Deansgate Hotel by IHG

Everything at The Manchester Deansgate Hotel by IHG begins with the view. Occupying 23 floors of the iconic 47-story Beetham Tower, one of Manchester's most recognizable landmarks, the hotel rises above historic Deansgate street with floor-to-ceiling windows framing the city from each of its 279 guest rooms. But while sweeping skyline views define the stay, on the ground, Manchester's top museums, restaurants and nightlife are all within easy reach.

Cloud 23, the hotel's glass-walled bar and lounge on the 23rd floor, pairs cocktails and afternoon tea with panoramic vistas stretching across Manchester and beyond. Down at street level, Podium serves seasonal British cuisine, while a glass-roofed pool, sauna and steam room provide a quieter retreat. Together, it all makes for a contemporary base from which to experience one of England's most vibrant cities from a different perspective.