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Beetham Tower, also known as the Hilton Tower, is one of Manchester’s most recognisable landmarks and a defining feature of the city’s skyline. Completed in 2006 and standing at 169 metres tall, it was the tallest building in the UK outside London until 2018. Designed by SimpsonHaugh and Partners, the 47-storey skyscraper combines hotel, residential, and office spaces in a sleek, neomodern design. Its distinctive glass façade and slim profile make it one of the thinnest skyscrapers in the world, with a dramatic cantilever marking the transition between the Hilton Hotel and the luxury apartments above. The tower is also home to Cloud 23, a sky bar offering panoramic views across Manchester and beyond. Despite some controversy over its visual dominance, Beetham Tower has become a symbol of the city’s post-industrial transformation and was awarded the CTBUH Best Tall Building Award in 2007.

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Location

Beetham Tower, also known as the Hilton Tower, is located at 301 Deansgate, Manchester, M3 4LQ, in the heart of Manchester city centre. This striking 47-storey skyscraper is one of the city’s most recognisable landmarks, standing 169 metres tall and housing the Hilton Manchester Deansgate Hotel on the lower floors, with luxury apartments and penthouses above. Its award-winning design by Ian Simpson makes it a focal point of the skyline, and the building is renowned for its slender profile and panoramic views. The tower’s prime position places it close to many of Manchester’s top attractions and amenities. It is adjacent to Deansgate, offering immediate access to a vibrant mix of bars, restaurants, and shops, and is just a short walk from Spinningfields, Manchester’s premier business and nightlife district. Oxford Road Station and Deansgate-Castlefield Metrolink stop are nearby, providing excellent transport links. Cultural venues such as HOME Manchester, the Palace Theatre, and Bridgewater Hall are within easy reach, making Beetham Tower an ideal base for exploring the city’s entertainment, dining, and shopping options.

Beetham Tower

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