6 Best City Centre Hotels in Liverpool

Liverpool's city centre is a thriving area filled with excellent restaurants and bars, lively nightlife, an array of shops as well as being home to Albert Dock. For visitors wanting to make the most of the city, this is the best area to stay in. As it is jam-packed full of hotels, our hotel experts have hand-picked the best city centre hotels in Liverpool, to make your choice that much easier. With a good range to suit all budgets and tastes, there is something for everyone here.

For football fans

• The Shankly says it all in the name. A tribute to Bill Shankly, this is a smart and sleek hotel that focuses on providing comfortable rooms in the heart of the city. There is a superb restaurant and the bar is bustling.

For Beatles fans

• Hard Days Night Hotel is billed as the only Beatles inspired hotel in the world. This 'Fab Four' star stylish hotel is housed in the elegant grade II listed Central Buildings in the 'Beatles Quarter' of the city, right next door to the famous Cavern Club where the Beatles rose to fame. Beatles memorabilia and Beatles mania rules!

For contemporary style

• Aloft Liverpool features swish contemporary rooms in a gorgeously traditional building. The restaurant and bar give off a definite New York-style vibe, and you're just minutes from the sights.

For foodies

• The Racquet Club was built in the style of an Italian Palazzo in 1857 by a wealthy merchant and then used as Gentleman's Club. Centrally situated, and now a family-run institution with an award-winning restaurant Ziba.
• Hotel Indigo is an ultra-funky, multi-coloured 4-star boutique hotel with a Marco Pierre White grill. Built on the site of a cotton warehouse and close to the historic and vibrant waterfront, shops and Albert Dock. Expect bold designs and contemporary bedrooms. Be sure not to miss the signature Cotton Candy Cocktail!

For a luxury stay

• Malmaison is set on Liverpool's historic waterfront. The winning formula of comfort, good food and excellent service is what makes this a special stay. Expect well-appointed bedrooms from standard to suites and a smart bar and brasserie.

Still not sure?

• Expand your search to include our list of all the best places to stay in Liverpool or our recommendations for the best hotels in Lancashire.
• Browse through our collection of the best budget hotels in Liverpool or the best hotels in Liverpool Waterfront or the best hotels with parking in Liverpool or the best hotels near M&S Bank Arena or the best spa hotels in Liverpool or the best boutique hotels in Liverpool of the best hotels near James Street station or the best pet friendly hotels in Liverpool.
• Alternatively, you could contact one of our friendly Gurus for personalised advice.

  • The Shankly Liverpool 57 rooms from AU$231

    
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    Sights nearby  -  Wander around the nearby Cavern Quarter made famous by The Beatles.

    Lively area  -  In the thick of the action.

    Quirky  -  An experience!

    Restaurant  -  Recommended.

    

    Bill Shankly is a name so synonymous with Liverpool and football in the city that they've made a hotel in tribute to him. Smart and sleek, The Shankly focuses on providing comfortable rooms in the heart of the city. There is a superb restaurant and the bar is bustling. A must for fans of the Kop. See More

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  • Aloft Liverpool Liverpool 116 rooms from AU$148

    
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    Local exploring  -  Aloft Liverpool is the ideal base from which to see all that the city has to offer

    Value chic  -  A terrific stay at a great price!

    Great walks  -  Wander around this bustling city getting a feel for its special atmosphere

    Sights nearby  -  Football fans should be sure to wander around Anfield and Goodison Park

    

    Recommended by  -  Michelin Travel

    Superbly located, Aloft Liverpool features swish contemporary rooms in a gorgeously traditional building. The restaurant and bar give off a definite New York-style vibe, and you're just minutes from the sights. A terrific choice! See More

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  • Hard Days Night Hotel Liverpool 110 rooms from AU$178

    
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    Restaurant  -  Blakes restaurant is named after the celebrated Sergeant Pepper Album cover artist Sir Peter Blake

    Bar  -  The smart Lounge Bar features original artworks and offers a versatile menu throughout the day

    Suites  -  Individually designed suites with exclusive artwork

    Foodies

    

    Billed as the only Beatles inspired hotel in the world, this 'Fab Four' star stylish hotel is housed in the elegant grade two star Central Buildings in the 'Beatles Quarter' of the city. Next door is the famous Cavern Club where the Beatles rose to fame. Beatle memorabilia and Beatle mania rules. See More

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  • Hotel Indigo Liverpool Liverpool 151 rooms from AU$186

    
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    Suites  -  Oversized beds, plush bedding and complimentary welcome bar items

    Sitting Room  -  Cotton Lounge serving tasty bistro food and cocktails

    Foodies  -  Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar and Grill

    Designer  -  Uniquely designed interiors.

    

    Recommended by  -  CN Traveller

    Utra funky, multi-coloured 4 star boutique hotel with Marco Pierre White grill. Built on the site of a cotton warehouse and close to the historic and vibrant waterfront, shops and Albert Dock. Bold designs, contemporary bedrooms, cool gym and not to be missed is the signature Cotton Candy Cocktail! See More

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  • Malmaison, Liverpool Liverpool 130 rooms from AU$167

    
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    Bar  -  The stylish Malbar serves wonderful cocktails

    Suites  -  Suites are spacious with free standing baths

    Good wine list  -  Malmasion prides itself on its wine list

    Designer  -  Uniquely designed interiors.

    

    Right in the heart of this thriving city, the purpose built Malmasion is situated on Liverpool's historic waterfront. The winning formula of comfort, good food and excellent service is much in demand with a loyal clientele. Well-appointed bedrooms from standard to suites. Smart bar and brasserie. See More

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Written by Katie Harris

posted Wednesday, 15th September 2021