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There are few issues extra nostalgic than the thought of constructing a fort or crawling right into a treehouse. That childhood urge to collect blankets, string up lights, and create your individual little world doesn’t precisely disappear as you develop up—in actual fact, it would develop stronger.
Movies like The Sandlot or Stand By Me faucet into that very same dreamy sense of summer season journey, and for a few of us, the Magic Tree Home e book collection or Disney’s sprawling Swiss Household Robinson Treehouse planted the fantasy early.
If you happen to’ve ever dreamed of staying in a grown-up model of that, Treehouse Resort Manchester is principally it.
“It captures the playfulness of childhood—constructing forts with your folks, performing out your goals, and experiencing the world with boundless creativeness,” says Barry Sternlicht, founding father of Starwood Inns. That sense of marvel reveals up in every single place from the cloud-shaped mirrors and leafy inexperienced partitions to the garden-inspired cocktails served on a rooftop.
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Reclaimed supplies, classic furnishings, and loads of greenery hold the house feeling each grounded and plush. Even the resort’s scent—sure, there’s a customized one—evokes contemporary air and blooming flowers.
Opened in March 2025, that is the third location from Treehouse Inns (following the beloved London flagship and a U.S. debut in Silicon Valley). The model’s complete ethos facilities round “carefreedom”—a mashup of carefree freedom and whimsy however constructed for grown-up vacationers.
The resort additionally sits proper in Manchester’s metropolis centre, making it the prime dwelling base whether or not you are on the town for a soccer match (which these chances are high excessive), a gig, or a weekend of wandering. And whereas it’s smack in the midst of the motion, the within is cozy—count on extra reclaimed wooden and patchwork quilts than stark white minimalism.
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If you happen to’re touring with a crew (particularly youngsters), Treehouse Manchester is family-friendly with out being kid-centric. Suppose: teepee setups in rooms, particular tub merchandise, and visitor rooms that really provide you with house to maneuver round. There are 200 visitor rooms obtainable now, with extra suites—together with a luxe Treetop Suite—rolling out later this 12 months.
Meals lovers received’t really feel ignored both. The bottom-floor restaurant, Pip, is led by acclaimed chef Mary-Ellen McTague and incorporates a rotating menu with basic British fare. Later this 12 months, the resort may even open The Nest, a rooftop bar with skyline views and a lineup of stay DJs and curated cocktails, in addition to Sister Moon, a Southeast Asian-inspired restaurant from chef Sam Grainger.
It additionally has its personal non-public cinema (The Flix), an artist-in-residence program, and even a playful gymnasium house known as The Playground. There’s additionally an ongoing rotation of workshops, nostalgic board video games, and a foyer pop-up known as Misfits Market that showcases native makers.
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If you happen to’re planning a visit quickly, they’re providing some “First Dibs” packages: meals and beverage credit, room upgrades, and even 30% off choose stays.
Whether or not you’re reserving a summer season vacation or simply dreaming out of your desk, Treehouse Manchester is the sort of resort that makes you wish to seize a e book and climb into a comfortable nook. And who is aware of—you may go away feeling such as you simply stepped out of your individual model of the Magic Treehouse.
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