Imperial Hotel, Grade II listed hotel in Barrow-in-Furness, England.
The Imperial Hotel is a five-story building in Barrow-in-Furness featuring red brick and sandstone construction with a layered slate roof. The facade displays decorative architectural details and periods of Victorian craftsmanship.
The building was designed in 1875 by architect Thomas Bennet and received Grade II listing status in 2012. A major renovation then introduced contemporary amenities while keeping its Victorian character intact.
The hotel functions as a meeting point for the community, regularly hosting celebrations and gatherings throughout the year. Visitors notice how it remains woven into the social life of the town.
The building offers 49 guest rooms, a rooftop terrace, and a cocktail lounge for visitors. Its location provides easy access to nearby attractions and coastal areas around town.
Two decorative lamps frame the main entrance beneath a protected Victorian balcony that is part of the Grade II listing. These ornamental fixtures have watched over the building's entrance for generations.
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