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City Guide - Liverpool

The latest Hotels.com City Guide looks at Liverpool, the European capital of culture 2008

Hotels.com has a dedicated team of Market Managers across the world who know their cities inside out, and for this guide the Liverpool Market Manager has hand-picked the newest and most unusual hotels, as well as the best deals and essential top tips for visiting the city.

New Hotels

Hard Days Night Hotel (four-star)
Beatles themed
From £103 per room per night
The Hard Days Night Hotel opened in February 2008 and is located in the Beatles' quarter, next to the famous Cavern Club where The Beatles made almost 300 appearances between 1961 and 1963. Blakes restaurant features artwork influenced by the Sergeant Pepper's album cover and serves seasonal, classic British dishes. All the guest rooms are unique and feature black satin bedspreads and brightly-coloured cushions and each has a specially commissioned piece of artwork by the acclaimed Beatles artist, Shannon. Those feeling flush can stay in Lennon's suite which features a white baby grand piano, while McCartney's contains a real suit of armour. To book, go to www.hotels.co.uk or call 0871 200 0171.

Jurys Inn Liverpool (three-star)
Waterfront hotel
From £50 per room per night
The brand new Jurys Inn opened in April 2008. It is part of the Kings Waterfront development, which incorporates the new Liverpool Echo Arena. The Albert Dock and the Beatles Story museum, which tracks the history of the 'Fab Four', are a short walk from the hotel. Innfusion restaurant serves a selection European-influenced dishes and Il Barista serves tea and home-baked pastries. To book, go to www.hotels.co.uk or call 0871 200 0171.

Quirky Hotels

The Liner (three-star)
1930s cruise liner theme
From £49 per room per night
The Liner hotel is themed around a 1930s cruise ship and is close to The Walker Art Gallery, Tate Liverpool and the Beatles Story museum. The Seven Seas Restaurant serves fantastic fish dishes and The Castaway Bar serves a range of nautical themed cocktails. All the guestrooms are designed as ship cabins and feature brass porthole windows. To book, go to www.hotels.co.uk or call 0871 200 0171.

Marriott Liverpool South (three-star)
Original Liverpool Airport terminal building
From £105 per room per night
The Marriott Liverpool is part of the original Liverpool Airport terminal building from the 1930s, famously seen on TV with its terraces packed with Beatles fans. The hotel overlooks the Queen's Square in Liverpool's arts and cultural district and is within walking distance of the Albert Docks and the Tate Gallery. The Olivier's Restaurant offers international dishes and the Vivacity Bar serves an array of cocktails. The hotel also has an indoor pool, a fully equipped gym, sauna and Jacuzzi. To book, go to www.hotels.co.uk or call (0871 200 0171).

Deals

Stay two nights and save 10 per cent at the three-star Britannia Adelphi, in the heart of the city and within walking distance of the shops and restaurants. The whole hotel, including the white marble swimming pool, was completely refurbished in 2001. From £92 per room per night with www.hotels.co.uk or call (0871 200 0171).

Top Tips

Dining on top of the world
Panoramic is a new restaurant that opened in February this year. It is Britain's highest restaurant, on the 34th floor of Liverpool's West Tower. With 360-degree views you can see to the Welsh hills and, on a clear day, Manchester's Hilton. www.panoramicliverpool.com (0151 236 5534).

Best coffee in Liverpool
Grab a cup of the best coffee in Liverpool at Hope Street Hotel, Liverpool's first boutique hotel, set between the city's two cathedrals and surrounded by theatres and restaurants. Check it out on www.hotels.co.uk.

Shopping heaven
Liverpool is home to some great designer boutiques in Cavern Walks and Bold Street, whilst those wanting to dress for less will find all the popular high street stores on bustling Church Street. The Met Quarter is Liverpool's newest shopping centre and it houses big name brands such as Armani, Dolce and Gabbana, Gucci, Hugo Boss and Hobbs.

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