Hilton doubles down on Manchester with new signings

Hilton is set to expand its footprint in Manchester following the signing of Europe’s largest Hampton by Hilton and the city’s first Motto by Hilton hotels.

The Virginia-based hotel giant currently operates four hotels in Manchester, including a DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Airport.

It previously operated Hilton Manchester Deansgate, which is expected to rebrand into IHG Hotels & Resorts’ first InterContinental in Manchester by 2027.

The latest signings with owner-partner Dean Street Developments will see Hilton bringing more than 500 new rooms to the city, expanding its presence to almost 1,500 rooms trading and pipeline.

The Hampton by Hilton Manchester City Centre takes over a 22-storey building in Deansgate and will offer 358 rooms, a fitness area, meeting space and dining zone once it opens in early 2026.

Meanwhile, Motto by Hilton Manchester Piccadilly will be spread across 21 floors and is expected to provide 154 rooms, a restaurant, bar and fitness area from 2027.

The Motto brand was launched in 2018 and plans had been in place to launch the UK’s first Motto by Hilton in Glasgow in 2024.

Nick Smart, vice president, development, UK, Ireland and the Nordics, Hilton, said: “Manchester has firmly established itself as a leading travel hotspot, drawing millions with its dynamic mix of leisure, business and world-class sport. We’re excited to build on this momentum with our newest Hampton by Hilton and the city’s first Motto by Hilton.

“These openings not only respond to the growing demand for high-quality accommodation in Manchester – they also reflect Hilton’s bold ambitions for the city. We thank Dean Street Developments for their valued partnership and vision in bringing these exciting developments to the city of Manchester.”

Adi Hodzic, chief executive of Dean Street Developments, added: “We’re proud to be deepening our partnership with Hilton through these two standout projects and we thank Manchester City Council for their continued support. With Europe’s largest Hampton and the city’s first Motto, these two unique hotels will elevate the city’s hospitality offering in one of the UK’s most dynamic destinations. We know that visitors will love what we have planned.”

Hilton has a portfolio of 24 global brands spanning across 8,800 properties in 139 countries and territories.