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Construction has started on an 83-unit aparthotel in Manchester city centre following a lease agreement between Bob W and Bloom Street Hotel.
The new-build project will transform a former ground-level car park into Bob W Manchester City Centre, which is scheduled to open in summer 2027.
The property will feature 83 self-contained studio apartments across 2,400 sqm. Amenities include a lobby lounge, washateria and luggage storage for residents and guests.
Located at the border of Manchester and Salford, the site is near the Medieval Quarter, Exchange Square and Deansgate, and ten minutes from Manchester Victoria station.
The deal follows Bob W’s recent move into Ireland. The operator currently manages a portfolio of more than 100 assets across Europe and the UK.
Chief development officer Philip Grace said: “Manchester is one of the UK’s most dynamic and fast-growing cities, with strong demand from both business and leisure travellers. Securing a prime city centre site for a ground-up development is an exciting milestone for us as we continue to scale our presence across Europe and the UK.
“This project reflects the range of what Bob W can deliver, from repositioning existing buildings to bringing new developments to life from the ground up. We look forward to working closely with our partners to create a property that meets the expectations of modern travellers.”
