As preparations continue for the opening of W Manchester and W Residences in 2027, Marriott International has appointed Alok Dixit as General Manager, bringing more than 26 years of hospitality leadership experience to the project.
Alok joins the project from London Marriott Hotel Grosvenor Square, where he successfully led a significant transformation of the property, strengthening its position within Mayfair’s upmarket hospitality market.
Throughout his career, Alok has built a strong reputation for developing high-performing teams, driving sustained business growth and delivering exceptional guest experiences. His leadership experience spans several prominent hotels, including London Marriott Regents Park and The London EDITION, alongside senior commercial roles within Marriott.
A passionate advocate for people development and hospitality excellence, Alok combines operational expertise with a deep commitment to creating strong cultures and memorable guest experiences. His appointment comes at an exciting stage in the development of W Manchester and W Residences as the project progresses towards its highly anticipated opening.
Alok commented:
I am thrilled to be joining W Manchester and W Residences and to be part of bringing such an exciting new destination to life. W is a brand that has continually evolved the luxury hospitality landscape through its distinct sense of style, culture and connection. Manchester is one of the UK’s most dynamic cities, and I look forward to working with our team and partners to create a destination that reflects its energy, creativity and global appeal.
Set to open in 2027, W Manchester and W Residences is located within the 43-storey tower of Relentless Developments’ St Michael’s scheme in the city centre. Their arrival marks the introduction of the W Hotels brand in Manchester, further expanding Marriott International’s luxury portfolio in the UK. Bringing together bold design, elevated hospitality and branded residences, the development will offer a distinctive new luxury experience for both visitors and local residents, reinforcing Manchester’s growing reputation as a world-class destination for business, culture and leisure.
Located within one of the UK’s fastest-growing and most influential cities, W Manchester and W Residences is poised to become a landmark addition to the city’s hospitality landscape. Reflecting W’s evolution as a luxury lifestyle brand at the intersection of design, culture and hospitality, the development will create a new destination for guests, residents and locals alike while supporting Manchester’s continued growth as an internationally recognised destination, with other brands such as Aloft by Marriott opening its UK flagship in Manchester. W Manchester will mark the brand’s third property in the UK, following W London and W Edinburgh.