{"id":413574,"date":"2025-09-10T16:33:24","date_gmt":"2025-09-10T16:33:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/413574\/"},"modified":"2025-09-10T16:33:24","modified_gmt":"2025-09-10T16:33:24","slug":"the-manchester-deansgate-hotel-marks-a-new-era-of-luxury","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/413574\/","title":{"rendered":"The Manchester Deansgate hotel marks a new era of luxury"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Manchester\u2019s most famous tower is stepping into a new era of luxury. The former Hilton Deansgate has officially rebranded as The Manchester Deansgate Hotel, joining IHG Hotels & Resorts\u2019 prestigious portfolio. <\/p>\n

At the helm is Konstantin Grimm, a familiar face with deep ties to the hotel, now returning as General Manager to lead its transformation. With plans to elevate service, refurbish key spaces, and eventually relaunch as an InterContinental in 2027, Konstantin is determined to deliver a hotel experience worthy of Manchester\u2019s skyline. <\/p>\n

Konstantin Grimm \u2013 Manchester Deansgate Hotel manager<\/p>\n

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The transition, he explained, has been eye-opening. \u201cYou only realise the sheer amount of work involved once you make the switch,\u201d he said. \u201cIt\u2019s been a fascinating challenge.\u201d<\/p>\n

Konstantin is no stranger to the property. Before stepping into the role of General Manager, he managed the hotel\u2019s renowned Cloud 23 bar, returning now for what he describes as a homecoming. \u201cI always had a big connection to the hotel and thought it was a very special place to work, but also for our guests to experience,\u201d he said. <\/p>\n

\u201cWalking into Cloud 23 now, where my journey in a way started, gives you a great sense of pride. It\u2019s also the best part of my job to connect with the team there. It feels awesome.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Manchester Deansgate Hotel will join IHG\u2019s InterContinental <\/p>\n

The rebrand is a precursor to a larger transformation. By 2027, The Manchester Deansgate Hotel is set to join IHG\u2019s InterContinental portfolio, bringing the global luxury brand\u2019s hallmark service and style to Manchester.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe period of change really is almost a teaser for the hotel coming into InterContinental in 2027,\u201d Konstantin explained. \u201cIt\u2019ll lay the foundation for a lot of the success once it becomes its full brand. For our guests, it\u2019s business as usual. They can expect the same great service and facilities the hotel has always offered.\u201d<\/p>\n

However, subtle enhancements will gradually roll out over the next few years, strengthening the hotel\u2019s service proposition and identity. \u201cSome changes will be drip-fed in over the next few years to get ourselves in shape to become the InterContinental,\u201d Konstantin said.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur guests will feel that, but the essence of the hotel remains the same.\u201d Whether visiting for business, social events, or a city getaway, guests will continue to enjoy the hotel\u2019s central location, luxurious amenities, and unparalleled views.<\/p>\n

Konstantin\u2019s vision for the InterContinental transformation emphasises elevating the guest experience without losing the property\u2019s distinctive identity. \u201cInterContinental is a global luxury proposition. The brand motto is \u2018Inspire Incredible,\u2019 which hints at the elevated experiences we\u2019ll offer,\u201d he said. <\/p>\n

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\u201cOur previous brand was already a very strong four-star offering. The InterContinental will just take it a step further.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

\u201cBut the InterContinental Manchester will remain aligned with what the city stands for: community spirit, warmth of service, and a local, tailored experience. Our previous brand was already a very strong four-star offering. The InterContinental will just take it a step further.\u201d<\/p>\n

Key to this evolution is refurbishment, though details are still being finalised. \u201cWe\u2019re in the process of specifying exactly what that looks like,\u201d Konstantin noted. \u201cThe hotel has huge potential. Personally, I always get goosebumps when I walk into the lobby through the main entrance. It\u2019s such a huge, impressive, modern open space. There are some really exciting opportunities for what we could do with it.\u201d<\/p>\n

The hotel\u2019s competitive edge, according to Konstantin, comes from its iconic status and enviable location. \u201cIt already stands out because it\u2019s the most iconic hotel in the city. From the outside, straightaway, there\u2019s nothing that rivals our views,\u201d he said. Even as new buildings rise around Beetham Tower, Konstantin believes the views have only improved, helping the hotel maintain its position at the centre of Manchester\u2019s skyline.<\/p>\n

Equally important is the team that Konstantin has inherited. \u201cEvery single team member who worked here before has joined us on this journey,\u201d he said. \u201cOur connections are ongoing, and we\u2019re going to really cherish and strengthen them over the next few years. Just because our name has changed doesn\u2019t mean our standards have. We stand for the same great things we did before and will enhance them moving forward.\u201d<\/p>\n

\"\"The beautiful Cloud 23<\/p>\n

For guests, this means a gradual elevation of the experience over the next two years, including enhanced service, upgraded rooms, and refined food and beverage offerings. \u201cThe message is simple: business as usual, but with an elevated experience coming,\u201d Konstantin confirms. \u201cWhen the details are ready, they will be shared with our guests. The hotel is already the most impressive building in the city, and that will remain. The views, the events, the cocktails, they\u2019re all unchanged, just enhanced over time.\u201d<\/p>\n

Konstantin emphasises that what truly sets The Manchester Deansgate Hotel apart is the holistic nature of its offering. \u201cI believe our experience is completely different from anywhere else in Manchester,\u201d he said. \u201cWhen we travel, we remember experiences, not things we buy. At our hotel, guests can have a full 360-degree experience. Enjoy a meal at Podium, sip cocktails at Cloud 23 on the 23rd floor, and swim in our pool. Manchester doesn\u2019t have many hotels that offer this kind of complete experience.\u201d<\/p>\n

He adds, \u201cThe InterContinental transformation will add another layer to this, but at its core, it\u2019s the same hotel with the same soul. Guests will experience the iconic views, outstanding events, exceptional food and drink, and the personal touch of a dedicated team. That\u2019s something you simply don\u2019t get anywhere else in the city.\u201d<\/p>\n

\"\"Photo Credit: The Manchester Deansgate Hotel <\/p>\n

For Konstantin Grimm, leading the hotel through this transition is a chance to shape an iconic institution for the next generation of visitors. \u201cThe InterContinental will bring the best of a global brand to Manchester while preserving what makes this hotel unique. The city is on the up, and we want our guests to experience it from the very best vantage point,\u201d he said. \u201cWe\u2019re offering an unforgettable experience that combines location, luxury, and service.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Manchester Deansgate Hotel is poised for an exciting journey. Under Konstantin\u2019s leadership, the property promises to balance the familiar with the extraordinary, offering guests a city experience that\u2019s as luxurious as it is uniquely Mancunian. <\/p>\n

You can book a stay at The Manchester Deansgate Hotel by clicking here<\/a><\/p>\n

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