Access Statement

Introduction

Our Serviced Apartments are located in a very modern, large, 9 floor apartment building built in 2008. Access is via the stairs / ramp at the front left side of the building or via lifts directly from the underground car park. We have tried to include as much information as possible in this statement, if you have any queries please contact us.

Pre-Arrival

We have an extensive website at www.bluerainbowapartments.com, and are also listed on most online booking sites. We are also available through every Travel Agent worldwide.
Bookings / enquiries can be made via the website, email, phone, fax or post.
The nearest train station (Deansgate) is round the corner from the apartment building, with the station entrance approximately 100 metres away.
The nearest Metrolink (Tram) stop is GMEX which is 100 metres away down Whitworth St West.
There is a taxi rank 75 metres away from the building on Whitworth St West.
We can arrange for shopping / extras to be delivered to your apartment.

Arrival & Car Parking Facilities

Secure under building parking is available for £9.00 per night and must be pre-booked.
The car park is accessed via a remote control operated roller shutter door.
Parking spaces are clearly marked with a red sign for Blue Rainbow Apartments guests.
Wide / easy access spaces are available if required.
Access to the building is via lifts at either end of the car park with level access from both floors of the car park. The door from the car park to the lift areas is 85cm wide.
Pedestrian access is via street level

Main Entrance & Reception

The main entrance door is controlled by a keyfob proximity sensor.
Inside the main entrance is a huge illuminated atrium. On the entrance level of the atrium there is an indoor garden with a raised edge that runs the full length of the atrium.
The reception desk is located just inside the main entrance and provides 24 hour security and assistance. Part of the reception desk is at a lower level for wheelchair users.

Public Areas - General (Internal)

The decor is very modern being mainly white.

Public Areas - WC

Bathrooms are available in all apartments, with a selection offering the appropriate handrails.

Restaurant / Dining Room, Bar & Lounges, Take Away & Cafe

There are no restaurants inside the building, however there are a selection of restaurants and take-aways in the immediate area.
A restaurant delivery service is offered to all apartments by a number of the best restaurants in Manchester.
All apartments are equipped with their own washer/dryer and stocked with detergent. Non biological detergent is available on request.
There is no shop within the building, however a Sainsbury’s Local supermarket open 7 days a week is located on the corner of Whitworth Street West and Oxford Road.

Treatment room/s

Not available

Leisure Facilities

We have a fitness room within the building, however our guests have access to a local Health Club just 300 metres away at specially negotiated day rates.
Our guests also have access to our DVD library with DVDs being delivered directly to your apartment by our staff.

Conference & Meeting Rooms, Banqueting, Clubs, Entertainment

Not available

Bedrooms

Apartments all consist of entrance hall, bedroom(s), bathroom, en-suite (in all but 1 bedroom apartments) and a lounge / dining area / kitchen.
Apartments are available with 1 or 2 bedrooms.
Bedrooms are all provided with oversized Goose Feather & Down duvets with synthetic duvets available. Sheets, Duvet Covers and Pillow Cases are all 600 thread count Egyptian cotton.
Apartments have a double bed in each bedroom. We have one family apartment which has 2 double beds in the main bedroom and 2 singles in the second bedroom.
All apartments have carpet to the main bedroom and either carpet or solid wood flooring to other bedrooms.

Bathroom, Shower-room & WC [En-suite or Shared]

All bathrooms and en-suites have ceramic tiled floors. The floors are mainly beige in colour against white walls.
There is a release mechanism on the outside of all bathrooms and en-suite doors

Self-Catering Kitchen

Kitchen is open plan from the lounge / dining area.
Oven is below hob (built under style) with a drop down door.
These are ceramic hobs with touch sensitive controls and knobs.
Flooring is solid wood.
The kitchen is evenly lit with a selection of recessed halogen spotlight in the ceiling plus under cupboard lights.
Good contrast between the floor, cupboards and other surfaces.

Caravans, Holiday Homes & Twin Units

Not available

Touring Facilities (Holiday Parks)

Not available

Boats - Narrow Boat, Cruiser & Hotel Boat

Not available

Attractions (Displays, exhibits, rides etc.)

Not available

Grounds and Gardens

The building has no external ground or gardens of its own, however the river Medlock and tow path is directly behind the building. Note the towpath has some uneven flagstones.
Internal Japanese garden within the confines of the building.

Additional Information

All Blue Rainbow Apartments are strictly non-smoking.

Contact Information

Address: Apartments: 8 Commercial Street, Manchester M1 5NZ
Head Office: 16 Albion Street, Manchester M1 5NZ
Telephone: 0845 045 2222
Fax: 0870 486 3806
Minicom: Not available
Email: reservations@bluerainbowapartments.com
Website: www.bluerainbowapartments.com
Hours of operation: Telephone 24 Hours.
Office: Mon - Fri 9am - 6pm,
Emergency number: 0161 236 6439

Disabled Access / Amenities

We have all literature available in Braille and large print
Disabled Car parking spaces available at your request
Disabled Access/Pushchair lift available in foyer
Selection of Apartments equipped with suitable rails.
Part of the reception desk is at a lower level for wheelchair users.
Induction loop fitted in reception

Measurements

Entrance has a total width of 160cm
Disabled/Pushchair Lift in entrance has a total width of 80cm
Width of Lift to corridors is 80cm
All doors on corridors have a minimum width of 90cm
Minimum width of corridor walkways is 145cm
Apartment doors have a minimum width of 87cm
Corridor width is 106cm
All bedrooms have level access from the corridor walkways. Entrance doors to all apartments are 87cm wide and internal doors a minimum of 80cm.
Beds are 59cm from floor to top of mattress.
A minimum of 80cm clear space is around each bed, with most apartments having significantly more. .8
Main bathrooms doors are 87cm wide and open outwards. Main bathrooms have a bath with a shower over. The rim height (step over) of the bath is 54cm with internal height being 35cm. Free space in bathrooms (free of doors and furniture) is a minimum of 125cm
Ensuite bathrooms have a glass shower cubical 90cm wide with a door 64cm wide. The rim height (step over) of the showers is 26cm. Free space in ensuites (free of doors and furniture) is 55cm.
Toilet height in all bathrooms and en-suites is 46cm
Minimum width of clear space in kitchen is 120cm
Worktop height is 90cm
Sink is 90cm high
Hob is 90cm high.
Highest Shelf in Fridge is 167cm
Lowest Shelf in freezer is 52cm
Table in dining area is provided with height 74cm
Table in lounge area is provided with height 40cm
Entrance to Balcony is 90cm

We welcome your feedback to help us continuously improve if you have any comments please phone 0845 045 2222 or email reservations@bluerainbowapartments.com

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