60 Jobs Created as New £43m Hotel Opens in Manchester City Centre

Today marks the official opening of the first 278-bedroom Maldron Hotel Manchester City Centre, in a central location off Oxford Road. The 17 story hotel sits opposite Circle Square, a newly developed neighbourhood of independent bars, restaurants and event spaces set within the Innovation District. The £43m city centre hotel has brought over 60 new jobs to Manchester.The hotel is operated by Dalata Hotel Group PLC (“Dalata Hotel Group” or “Dalata”), the largest hotel operator in Ireland and one of the fastest growing in the UK, with recent expansion into Continental Europe. The Group operates over 46 hotels across the UK, Ireland and Germany.The hotel was developed by a joint venture partnership between Sir Robert McAlpine Capital Ventures Limited and Catalyst Capital.The opening follows an announcement that a second Maldron Hotel will start construction on Chapel Street later this year. This hotel now joins its sister hotel, the Clayton Hotel Manchester City Centre, also operated by Dalata Hotel Group, which opened its doors earlier this year.The new Maldron Hotel has received more investment to the ground floor than any other Maldron Hotel previously. The investment has created an inviting setting to appeal to locals as well as hotel guests, with floor to ceiling windows in the bar and restaurant area and vibrant artwork.The hotel is anticipating that its central location will attract visitors looking to experience Manchester’s famous nightlife and sports offering. The Gay Village on Canal street is a 5- minute walk from the hotel, with the trendy bars, restaurants and shops located in the Northern Quarter under 15 minutes by foot. Both Old Trafford and the Etihad Stadium are 15 minutes journey by taxi.In addition to modern 4-star bedrooms, the hotel hosts a Bar & Restaurant on the ground floor, with a menu of fresh seasonal produce from local suppliers and a drinks menu featuring Manchester-based brewers and distillers. The hotel also features the Red Bean Roastery Coffee Shop, a fitness suite, and meeting rooms.Dermot Crowley, CEO of Dalata Hotel Group, said the continued investment in Manchester reflected the company’s confidence in the city.The hotel is close to Oxford Road train station and Piccadilly train station is a short walk away. Guests can reach Manchester Airport in 25 minutes by car or taxi.To celebrate the opening, Maldron Hotel Manchester City Centre is offering 20% off stays including breakfast for guests booking to stay at the hotel between now and July.Discover Maldron Hotel Manchester City Centre at