Last week I stayed at the new Epic Aparthotel in Liverpool, on Duke street. I love the arrogance in the name, and it is quite clear to see that they are going to quickly build up a reputation that it says it all in the name.
Although there were a few teething problems, overall my stay was immense. On the day I arrived, the staff seemed excited to have guests arriving, terribly friendly and eager to help with everything that they could.
The reception is at their existing site in Seel Street. So I arrived and checked in, but was informed that due to security systems being installed the next day, I only had 1 night in the new apartment, and then they were moving me over to the old site. Slightly irritating, but they weren't going to mess it all up for me. They moved me from a lovely, brand new, perfect little apartment, to an equally well furnished and new-ish 7-bed apartment! It felt a bit silly, just little old me in this huge space, but great to see it and be able to tell the world about it!
Like I said, at the new site there are a few teething problems, but nothing that won't be ironed out quickly. The air conditioning unit was a bit complex, and the TV channels hadn't been set properly. Also, due to it being so new, the oven hasn't been used yet, so when I went to cook the smell was quite bad - I thought I was going to smoke the house out! It's perfect for someone travelling on business, or for a short weekend getaway for two. All the facilities that you need are there, there's a big Tesco a stones throw away and its less than a five minute walk from the centre of Liverpool - which if you've never been there before I highly recommend you visit - it's amazing! The only thing that was slightly disappointing, is that I think the cleaner had forgotten to do my bathroom, so upon arrival there were 2 dirty towels hung up and no toiletries in there, but that can be forgiven, we all make mistakes :). The best part about it was the shower - a huge waterfall shower head, dream!
The receptionist laughed when she realised they were moving me into the big apartment and I was on my own, and when I walked into it I understood why. I could have had a huge party in there! There are only 2 bedrooms, but it is made for 7 (one of the rooms has lots of beds), you could comfortably sleep 9. It's a beautiful apartment, with 2 bathrooms a ginormous hallway, and all the same wonderful facilities you get in the new place. The only part that is quite small for that amount of people is the kitchen - but you wouldn't really plan to use it if you were there for a fun weekend. There's a dining area, so you could all sit at the table, and a lovely corner sofa (which is just as comfy as the beds). And best of all - The White Company toiletries in beautiful boxes - what I had missed out on in the previous room! It's perfect for a hen/stag weekend, or any event that's taking you for a weekend away. Girls - be warned there is no full length mirror - the only downside. But there is a double bedroom with ensuite - perfect for the guest of honour, and then a big room for everyone else. The 2 bathrooms boast 3 sinks, which will be useful if all getting ready for a night out. Being a newer suite - finally people have started putting in plugs next to the beds - and lots of them - something that is always lacking in hotels. 
