Key Points
- Líbere Hospitality Group has signed a management agreement for the Grade II-listed Coopers Building at 10-16 Church Street in Liverpool.
- The project will convert the former department store into a 148-unit aparthotel with 141 studios featuring kitchenettes and seven with coffee stations.
- Plans, submitted last summer by Seth Hotel and designed by NC Architecture, include retaining historic features like mosaic-tiled floors, coffered ceilings, and glazed wall tiles.
- Refurbishment work involves façade restoration, a new roof covering, structural reinforcements, window replacements, and internal strip-outs.
- This marks Líbere’s second UK location after London, with the group operating over 2,300 units across Europe.
Liverpool (Liverpool Standard) February 18, 2026 – Líbere Hospitality Group, a Spanish operator, has secured a management agreement to convert the historic Coopers Building into a 148-bed aparthotel in the city centre.
The Grade II-listed property at 10-16 Church Street, dating to the 1910s and originally home to Coopers & Co department store until 1972, will undergo major refurbishment to provide short- and medium-stay accommodation. Floors three to seven will be transformed while preserving key architectural elements. According to Place North West, the plans were submitted last summer by Seth Hotel to Liverpool City Council, with reference 25F/1951 available on the planning portal.
What is the background of the Coopers Building?
Designed in 1914 by architect Gerald de Courcy Fraser, the 48,000 sq ft building has since served as ground-floor retail and upper-floor offices. Located in the heart of Liverpool ONE, it sits a 13-minute walk from Lime Street Station with direct rail links to London Euston. Serviced Apartment News reports the site’s transformation represents a significant adaptive reuse scheme blending heritage with modern tech-enabled facilities.
As reported by Place North West, the vision largely retains the building’s historic features, including mosaic-tiled floors, glazed wall tiles, and coffered ceilings, alongside ornate cornices and timber block flooring.
Why is Líbere Hospitality Group expanding to Liverpool?
John Harrington, business development director for the UK and Ireland at Líbere Hospitality Group, described Liverpool as a “dynamic destination known for its maritime, football, and musical culture”. He added:
“The city draws visitors from around the world with the iconic attractions, and ready-made entertainment where Líbere offers flexible, high-quality accommodation for both leisure and business travellers alike.”
Property Magazine and Serviced Apartment News carried identical statements from Harrington.
What does Líbere’s portfolio look like?
Founded in 2019, Líbere operates more than 2,300 units with a pipeline across Spain, Portugal, Italy, France, Greece, and now the UK. This Liverpool project follows its first UK site off Edgeware Road in London, opened last spring, strengthening its presence in key gateway cities, as noted by multiple outlets including Boutique Hotelier and Hotel Owner.
What are the next steps for the project?
The refurbishment will incorporate modern upgrades for self-contained studios suited to short and extended stays, targeting business and leisure guests. Property Magazine highlights the property’s strong national connectivity as a draw for travellers.
Liverpool’s city centre continues to attract investment in adaptive reuse projects, with Líbere’s plans underscoring demand for flexible urban accommodation.
