Treehouse Hotel Manchester Swings into the Scene with Design-Forward Playfulness and Culinary Edge

Source: Treehouse Hotel

Reported By: Matthew Kennedy

Treehouse Hotels, the imagination-fueled hospitality concept by Barry Sternlicht, has officially opened the doors to its Manchester outpost—Treehouse Hotel Manchester—as of March 19, 2025. Located at the corner of Blackfriars Street and Deansgate, this 200-room destination is not just a place to sleep—it’s a layered experience rooted in nostalgia, personality, and a profound sense of play.

Blurring the line between a city stay and a childhood daydream, the property is the second Treehouse in the UK, following the success of its London counterpart, and it plants new roots for the brand just as Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley begins welcoming guests in the U.S. With this launch, Manchester gains a spirited new landmark designed to delight both locals and visitors alike.

In typical Treehouse fashion, the property doesn’t just occupy a building—it transforms it. The exterior, wrapped in a HYVERT green wall, signals a natural escape amidst Manchester’s concrete corridors. Inside, the aesthetic leans heavily into imperfect charm and sensory texture: think raw materials, reclaimed wood, and handcrafted oddities that blend storybook whimsy with sustainable thought.

Upon arrival, guests step into a lobby-forest hybrid, where a towering indoor tree, lush canopy, and tactile design invite childlike wonder. Each of the hotel’s 200 rooms, with more suites and the Treetop Suite on the horizon, is layered with thoughtful detail—bespoke illustrated headboards, patchwork quilts, and bathrooms styled as green-tiled retreats. Wall-to-wall windows bring Manchester’s industrial skyline into full view, adding a grounding contrast to the treetop fantasy.

Treehouse Hotel Manchester promises more than a playful place to sleep—it’s a serious destination for food lovers.

On the ground floor, acclaimed chef Mary-Ellen McTague brings her zero-waste, seasonal ethos to Pip, a restaurant celebrating Northern ingredients and inventive flavors. The menu features dishes like home-smoked mackerel with pickled beets and Lancashire hotpot with oyster ketchup, anchored by a dining space that feels warm, communal, and quietly radical.

Later this year, The Nest in Treehouse will debut with cocktails, skyline views, and DJ-curated nightlife from Luke Cowdrey and Justin Crawford—well-known figures in Manchester’s cultural landscape. Above that, The Hideout, a private rooftop terrace for up to 50 guests, offers a more intimate layer of luxury.

Adding to the culinary mix in late 2025 is Sister Moon, a Southeast Asian-inspired restaurant by Sam Grainger, the Liverpool-based chef celebrated for his multi-influenced cuisine. With an energetic atmosphere, bold flavors, and a high-design setting, it will further deepen Treehouse Manchester’s identity as a serious player in the city’s dining evolution.

Treehouse Hotel Manchester positions itself as more than a hospitality offering—it’s a creative ecosystem. Programming includes live music sets, DJ nights, film screenings, and a 43-seat Flix cinema for intimate storytelling and special screenings.

The artist-in-residence program brings local talent into the spotlight through installations, workshops, and exhibitions. Guests can browse or buy pieces in Misfits Market, the pop-up retail space spotlighting local makers and indie brands.

Fitness also takes a playful turn. Designed by wellness entrepreneur Devon Levesque, the hotel’s Playground gym incorporates Technogym equipment, social workouts, and dynamic classes. Guests and locals alike can join via a unique gym membership program, while those seeking stillness can opt into sunset yoga and guided meditation sessions.

And for those traveling with their furry co-pilots—Treehouse is proudly dog-friendly.

Treehouse Hotel Manchester weaves sustainability into its design and operations, with intentionality as deep as its playfulness. Materials such as slab wood—a byproduct of timber manufacturing—are integrated throughout, and single-use plastics are nowhere in sight. The hotel is actively pursuing BREEAM Very Good and Green Key certifications.

Its rooftop apiary supports local pollinators while providing honey for use in the property’s culinary program. Partnerships with local organizations like Mustard Tree and EatWell MCR extend Treehouse’s impact to vulnerable communities, while ongoing park cleanups and collaborations with regional nonprofits emphasize a culture of care.

Treehouse Hotel Manchester may be rooted in memory, but it’s very much of the moment. With rates starting at £199 per night, the property invites travelers to engage with the city through an entirely different lens—one built on curiosity, community, and surprise.

For those seeking something real—but a little magical—Manchester now has a place to hang out, tune in, and look out across the skyline.