Football Calling: Manchester Marriott Hotel Piccadilly Unveils Unique Lobby Phone Concept as Part of Marriott Bonvoy x Marriott Hotels x Manchester United Partnership

Football Calling: Manchester Marriott Hotel Piccadilly Unveils Unique Lobby Phone Concept as Part of Marriott Bonvoy x Marriott Hotels x Manchester United Partnership

Pick up the phone to hear Manchester United club legends, current players, and loyal supporters

 

Manchester, UK: The newly refurbished 4-star Manchester Marriott Hotel Piccadilly, part of Marriott’ Bonvoy’s portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, has revealed a visually intriguing, audio-led installation called The Lobby Phone, created exclusively for the hotel as part of the Marriott Bonvoy x Marriott Hotels x Manchester United partnership.  The Lobby Phone encourages guests to listen to never-before heard-stories about Manchester United from club legends, current players, and loyal supporters as they re-live some incredible fan-favourite moments and exploits from near and far.

 

Marriott Bonvoy and Marriott Hotels have a longstanding partnership with one of football’s most decorated clubs, Manchester United, providing unrivalled access and exclusive hospitality experiences for passionate Manchester United fans, guests and Marriott Bonvoy members across the world. This unique Lobby Phone experience brings to life the benefits of this partnership for guests and members. The installation is for all fans to enjoy, whether staying at the hotel or heading to the Greatroom lounge for a drink or bite to eat – pick up the phone and become immersed in the stories told.

 

The audio-led Lobby Phone installation aims to engage fans with the rich history and memorable moments of Manchester United told by current players, club legends and fans from over the years and features the following:

  • Harry Maguire, squad member since 2019
  • Marcus Rashford, current squad member and Man Utd Academy graduate
  • Lisandro Martínez, squad member since 2022
  • Andre Onana, squad member since 2023
  • Alan Keegan, stadium announcer (the voice of Old Trafford) since 2000
  • David May, part of the 1999 Treble winning team
  • Albert Morgan, ex-club kit man for 20 years and part of the staff for the 1999 Treble winning team

 

The creation of The Lobby Phone is a nod to the nostalgic symbol of hotel culture. For many years, the hotel lobby phone played a significant role in connecting guests to the outside world – this new concept at Manchester Marriott Hotel Piccadilly takes this traditional hotel icon and gives is a contemporary and immersive transformation.

All season long, Marriott Bonvoy members can enjoy incredible access to the club, with curated experiences made possible only through the Marriott Bonvoy x Marriott Hotels x Manchester United partnership. Fans can bid on Marriott Bonvoy Moments and enter sweepstakes for money can’t buy opportunities that range from stadium sleepovers at the historic Old Trafford to exclusive Marriott Hotels M Club seating and visits from Manchester United legends.

The Lobby Phone was developed to be installed in Marriott Hotels’ new property in Manchester. Manchester Marriott Hotel Piccadilly stands out as a contemporary destination for travellers, in a neighbourhood that’s distinct in character, authentic in spirit and progressive by nature. The new hotel features a bistro-style restaurant and bar, a spectacular, large function room, 11 meeting rooms, a 24/7 M Club Lounge, a state-of-the-art gym, and a luxurious Elemis spa with seven treatment rooms and a thermal suite.

Situated next to Manchester Piccadilly Train Station and Metrolink, set in the world-class urban neighbourhood, Mayfield, the hotel offers 338 spacious rooms and family suites, blending modern design with unparalleled comfort for an exceptional stay experience in the heart of Manchester City Centre.

Manchester Marriott Hotel Piccadilly is a first-class property for Marriott Hotels. Its striking, contemporary curved glass facade takes centre stage in the cityscape and delivers an elevated, innovative design and enhanced guest experience.

 

  • Manchester’s Largest City Centre 4-Star Hotel: 338 Spacious Rooms and Family Suites Featuring Modern Amenities and Contemporary Design Across 8 Floors
  • Home to largest standard rooms in the City Centre, at 28sqm plus with the option to extend to a Double-Double room, sleeping up to four adults
  • Ideally located just yards away from Piccadilly Train Station and Metrolink, next to Mayfield Park
  • Marriott Bonvoy Members Rates Start from £95 for Deluxe King rooms
  • Marriott Bonvoy is the Official Loyalty Partner of Manchester United.
  • Marriott Hotels is the Official Hotel Partner of Manchester United.

 

 

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