Once a major world port connecting Britain with its vast Empire around the world, Liverpool has grown with each successive change in British cultural and social life, and has seen waves of development from its days as an Industrial powerhouse to its 2008 title of City of Culture. Brimming with historical buildings and architectural remnants of Britain?s past, Liverpool is not only a UNESCO heritage city, it hosts an attractive and vibrant urban scene with lively nightlife and modern culinary spots to match its historical pomp. There has never been a better time to explore this varied city, relish in its landmarks and mingle with the locals, with a stay in one of its top 5 hotels.
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Set just 7-minutes from Liverpool’s beautiful Waterfront in the heart of North John Street, Aloft is an urbane hotel with ultra-modern touches throughout. Set in the stunning (former) Royal Insurance building, the 116 rooms preserve features from its Edwardian working spaces, yet pull its aesthetic right into the 21st Century. The tasteful blend of classic dark-walnut furniture with new and modern metal features and simple (but bright) colour schemes, offers loads of personality and punch. Guests are greeted with airy room, complimentary coffee and water, modern docking stations and walk-in showers with Bliss Spa toiletries. The real bonus here is the fantastic breakfast which runs a global gastron...