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All rooms contain a contemporary design with a flat-screen TV, free WiFi and tea and coffee making facilities. The rooms come with en-suite facilities and walk-in rain showers, bathrobes and free toiletries. Some rooms also have seating areas where guests can relax.

The hotel is lovely and quite convenient to many parts of Manchester.

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9.1
Superb
3,827 reviews
Price from
£143.10
per night

Hotel Football, Old Trafford, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is located opposite Old Trafford Football Stadium and close to Media City and Manchester City Centre. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with a TV and air conditioning and complimentary retro sweets.

Very clean rooms. Excellent reception staff. Brilliant location.

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9
Superb
3,888 reviews
Price from
£80
per night

Nestled amidst the leafy streets of Didsbury, Manchester, Eleven Didsbury Park is an enchanting boutique hotel that effortlessly blends timeless elegance with contemporary charm. This Victorian villa, meticulously restored and transformed, welcomes you to a world of refined hospitality.

I loved the location and how it was secluded. But it was easily accessible by metro and by foot to other parts of the town.

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9.1
Superb
422 reviews
Price from
£145
per night

Nestled amidst the leafy streets of Didsbury, Manchester, Didsbury House is an enchanting boutique hotel that effortlessly blends timeless elegance with contemporary charm. This Georgian townhouse, meticulously restored and transformed, welcomes you to a world of refined hospitality.

very comfortable, beautifully decorated, staff were fantastic, breakfast lovely,

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9
Superb
884 reviews
Price from
£140
per night

Motel One Manchester-Piccadilly is located a 5-minute walk from Manchester Piccadilly train station, offering a central-city location, free WiFi and use of on-site bar One Lounge.

The hotel offers rooms with an en-suite shower, flat-screen TV and a portable desk. The lounge and bar area serves a buffet breakfast, and has a selection of snacks and drinks are available.

I would rate this hotel 10/10 , everything is just perfect about them.

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8.6
Fabulous
15,439 reviews
Price from
£60
per night

The hotel offers contemporary décor and bright colours. Each room at Innside Manchester by Melia offers smart design and comes with a safe, flat-screen TV, tea and coffee-making facilities and free WiFi.

- very friendly staff - nice, clean and comfortable rooms

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8.8
Fabulous
6,217 reviews
Price from
£82
per night

Located in the centre of Manchester, Hotel Gotham is a 3-minute walk from Manchester Arndale Shopping Centre. It offers a rooftop terrace and free WiFi.

Serviced by a lift, all rooms and suites are air-conditioned and feature a telephone, a flat-screen TV and facilities for making coffee and tea. The bathroom is complete with free toiletries, slippers and a bath or shower. A hairdryer and bathrobes are also provided.

Beautiful design and comfortable room. Very clean and quite place. The breakfast and dinner also amazing and the staff well friendly. All facilities were very easily accessible. Well recommended.

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8.9
Fabulous
3,545 reviews
Price from
£120
per night

Located in the Northern Quarter, in the centre of Manchester, Abel Heywood Boutique Hotel offers stylish en-suite accommodation with free WiFi access. The property is situated 300 metres from Manchester Arndale and Market Street, offering a wide selection of high street and designer shops, and 600 metres from the seasonal Christmas markets. Abel Heywood Boutique Hotel is located 700 metres from the Manchester Arena and 14 km from Manchester Airport.

ideal location in the city centre of Manchester:

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8.7
Fabulous
2,725 reviews
Price from
£68.85
per night

In the heart of Manchester, this hotel is just 600 metres from the Manchester Arena. Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena has a 24-hour front desk and modern rooms with Wi-Fi access.

The bright, air-conditioned bedrooms each have a stylish bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Rooms also feature a work desk and a flat-screen TV, and many have wonderful city views.

Clean comfortable rooms. Excellent serservice. Great location 👌

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8
Very good
5,901 reviews
Price from
£63.25
per night

On the banks of the River Irwell, the award-winning Lowry has rooms with views, a riverside restaurant and a spa. Free WiFi is also available.

The rooms at The Lowry Hotel have walk-in wardrobes, a satellite TV and iPod dock. The bathrooms feature a walk in power shower and free bathrobes.

clean relaxing and near the center

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8.7
Fabulous
3,279 reviews
Price from
£143.20
per night

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These hotels offer something a little different in the way of design and usually sit in a trendy, urban part of town. More intimate than your average hotel, they offer high standards with a homely vibe.
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  • The Lowry Hotel
    Breakfast options

    On the banks of the River Irwell, the award-winning Lowry has rooms with views, a riverside restaurant and a spa. Free WiFi is also available.

    The room was spacious, parking was simple and was a great location.

    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,278 reviews
  • Holiday Inn Manchester-Mediacityuk, an IHG Hotel
    Breakfast options

    With free Wi-Fi and a stylish restaurant, Holiday Inn Manchester-Mediacityuk is just 10 minutes’ drive from Manchester centre. BBC Manchester is a 1-minute walk away.

    Really welcoming, nice size room with a great view!

    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,981 reviews
  • Residence Inn by Marriott Manchester Piccadilly
    Breakfast options

    These luxury apartments with free WiFi are a 5-minute walk from Manchester Piccadilly Station and Piccadilly Gardens. Limited parking is available, at an extra fee.

    The room was extremely nice, comfortable and clean

    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,628 reviews
  • The Alan
    Breakfast options

    Located in the city centre on Princess Street, featuring a bar and views of city, The Alan is set in Manchester, 200 metres from Manchester Central Library, opposite to Manchester Art Gallery; at the...

    Friendly atmosphere very clean and central to city

    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 5,854 reviews
  • The Midland
    Breakfast options

    The Midland is an award-winning, 4-star luxury hotel with a spa in Manchester city centre. It offers stylish, air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

    Everything but what stood out was the customer service.

    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 6,617 reviews
  • ABode Manchester
    Breakfast options

    In the heart of the city, ABode Manchester is a splendid 19th-century building with free Wi-Fi access. Piccadilly Rail Station is 3 minutes’ walk away.

    The location was good the room was excellent and very clean

    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,389 reviews
  • The Edwardian Manchester, A Radisson Collection Hotel
    Breakfast options

    Winner of the Leading Hotel of the Year 2019 award, Edwardian Manchester, A Radisson Collection Hotel is located in the city's Free Trade Hall, next to the Central Convention Centre.

    Clean facilities and friendly staff. Beautiful hotel

    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 11,762 reviews
  • Novotel Manchester Centre
    Breakfast options

    In Manchester's lively Chinatown, this Novotel is just 500 metres from Manchester Central. The hotel features a fitness centre, stylish restaurant and air-cooled rooms with Wi-Fi access.

    Very comfortable & clean, great central location

    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,206 reviews

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  • Didsbury House Hotel
    Budget options available

    Nestled amidst the leafy streets of Didsbury, Manchester, Didsbury House is an enchanting boutique hotel that effortlessly blends timeless elegance with contemporary charm.

    Staff were great, friendly, even made birthday touches for free

    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 884 reviews
  • Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena, an IHG Hotel
    Budget options available

    In the heart of Manchester, this hotel is just 600 metres from the Manchester Arena. Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena has a 24-hour front desk and modern rooms with Wi-Fi access.

    Excellent customer service from all the hotel staff

    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 5,901 reviews
  • Dreamhouse Apartments Manchester City Centre
    Budget options available

    In the heart of the city, Dreamhouse Apartments Manchester City Centre is a 3-minute walk from the Deansgate shopping area.

    I liked the location and the apartment was quiet spacious.

    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 104 reviews
  • Dreamhouse Apartments Manchester City West
    Budget options available

    A 5-minute walk from MEN Arena, these stylish, modern apartments are within a 10-minute walk of Deansgate Shopping Area.

    Well Maintained Property. Had a pleasant stay with family. Q

    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 41 reviews

Great access to the city centre! Check these boutique hotels in Manchester

  • Cove Minshull Street
    Central location

    In the heart of Manchester, Cove Minshull Street are luxury apartments with a bright and contemporary design.

    Very clean and a nice homely feel to the apartment

    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,561 reviews
  • Eleven Didsbury Park Hotel
    Central location

    Nestled amidst the leafy streets of Didsbury, Manchester, Eleven Didsbury Park is an enchanting boutique hotel that effortlessly blends timeless elegance with contemporary charm.

    Very well appointed room and very comfortable bed.

    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 422 reviews
  • Kimpton Clocktower, an IHG Hotel
    Central location

    Set in the heart of Manchester’s vibrant city centre, the grand Kimpton Clocktower offers stylish, modern rooms just a minute’s walk from Oxford Road Rail Station and The Palace Theatre.

    Rooms, food, the decor and design, the little touches

    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 5,592 reviews
  • Roomzzz Manchester City
    Central location

    The luxury Roomzzz aparthotel is in Manchester centre, just 4 minutes’ walk from Piccadilly Gardens. The stylish apartments have free Wi-Fi and free local telephone calls.

    Lovely little studio, perfect for a week away from home

    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 921 reviews
  • Velvet Hotel
    Central location

    Boasting stunning rooms with contemporary décor, Velvet Hotel is on central Manchester’s vibrant Canal Street and a 5-minute walk from Piccadilly Rail Station.

    Great location friendly staff. Clean stunning room

    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,080 reviews
  • Crowne Plaza Manchester City Centre, an IHG Hotel
    Central location

    Situated in the lively Northern Quarter of Manchester's city centre, the Crowne Plaza Manchester City Centre boasts 228 individually designed rooms, the Glasshouse restaurant and bar, fitness suite...

    Excellent location, very friendly staff, beautiful rooms

    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 8,569 reviews
  • Manchester Marriott Victoria & Albert Hotel
    Central location

    Originally a 19th-century warehouse, this luxury 4-star city centre hotel is 5 minutes’ walk from Manchester's Opera House, on the banks of the River Irwell.

    room, conference facility, bar, breakfast, location

    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,148 reviews
  • Quay Apartments
    Central location

    These apartments in Salford Quays have high-spec furnishings and fittings, with secure on-site parking and free Wi-Fi.

    Sent a member of staff to greet the guests upon arrival.

    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 922 reviews
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Piccadilly
    Central location

    Situated 35 metres from Manchester’s Piccadilly Train Station, this stylish hotel boasts a fitness suite and air-conditioned rooms with free high-speed WiFi.

    Easy check in close to train station and Xmas markets

    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,411 reviews
  • AC Hotel by Marriott Manchester Salford Quays
    Central location

    Overlooking Salford Quays, AC Hotel by Marriott Manchester Salford Quays, A Marriott Lifestyle hotel is just 1 mile from the recently developed Media City UK.

    Spacious rooms. Great breakfast! Staff are lovely.

    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,862 reviews
  • Malmaison Manchester
    Central location

    Opposite Manchester Piccadilly Station, this beautifully converted Victorian warehouse has boutique bedrooms. In Manchester’s vibrant centre, the hotel also features a brasserie and fitness centre.

    Great room, great facilities and in a good location

    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,576 reviews
  • The Ascott
    Central location

    The Ascott is an AA-awarded 19th century Victorian house in Manchester, located 1.6 km from Salford Royal Hospital.

    Everything….. especially the location and the breakfast,

    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,195 reviews
  • The Townhouse Manchester
    Central location

    Set in the heart of bustling Manchester, this 19th-century boutique hotel offers stylish, luxurious rooms with 32-inch flat-screen TVs. Oxford Road Rail Station is just 5 minutes’ walk away.

    Location is great for getting into the city centre.

    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,862 reviews
  • Park Inn by Radisson Manchester City Centre
    Central location

    This modern, 4-star hotel is opposite the AO Arena and Manchester Victoria Rail Station. The property offers a fantastic swimming pool, a gym, and rooms with LCD satellite TVs.

    We got a free upgrade to a suite. The room was amazing

    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 9,506 reviews
  • Hilton Manchester Deansgate
    Central location

    Set in the iconic Beetham Tower, Hilton Manchester Deansgate features a luxury spa and a chic restaurant. The spacious rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows and impressive city views.

    Room was clean, hotel looks lovely, breakfast is great

    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,501 reviews
  • Manchester Piccadilly Hotel
    Central location

    Just 150 metres from Manchester Piccadilly Station, the Manchester Piccadilly Hotel has an award-winning restaurant, which serves seasonal produce.

    Lovely staff, Lovely big room & great location

    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 14,202 reviews
  • Mercure Manchester Piccadilly Hotel
    Central location

    Overlooking Piccadilly Gardens, the Mercure Manchester Piccadilly is situated in the heart of the city and just a 5-minute walk from Manchester Piccadilly Rail Station.

    Very central, lovely staff and excellent breakfast

    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,422 reviews

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Boutique hotels that guests love in Manchester

  • Avg. price/night: £165
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 884 reviews
    Stylish, warm and cosy boutique hotel very close to the lovely suburb of Didsbury. Great location for visiting our daughter at Manchester university. Some very nice touches including fresh milk in the fridge for tea and coffee.
    David
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £784
    10
    Scored 10
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 3 reviews
    Such a gorgeous and well designed apartment, very spacious so it’s perfect for bigger groups or families! The sofa is massive and the pool table is a nice touch to keep guests entertained 😊. The beds were really comfy too! Thank you Jacksonheim team for a lovely stay
    Bernice
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £180.52
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 7,991 reviews
    The apartment was spacious, & light, with stylish design. It had everything you’d need to self cater & added extras like coffee pods, milk & lovely toiletries. excellent location for buses & trams.
    Christine
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £215.10
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,080 reviews
    Hotel is a really nice boutique hotel, the bedrooms have a real unique design with very special lighting in the rooms!
    chaim
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £187.20
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 5,854 reviews
    The Alan is a lovely hotel that has a great design and feel throughout it. It has a great atmosphere every evening in the bar and restaurant too. The rooms are very comfortable with a slick, modern feel to them. They are both well furnished and well stocked with helpful amenities. I am especially grateful to the reception team who were very helpful when the room I checked in to was not workable for two people. They helpfully arranged a new room for me which was much bigger!
    Daniel
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £356.70
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 11,762 reviews
    I loved the air con in the room worked very well, I've stayed in establishments like this before were it wasn't working. The staff was very friendly greeting me when arriving and leaving was a nice touch. We ventured into the Spa and oh my it was lovely, I wish I spent more time as the gym facilities looked fantastic. The building is beautiful with the interior design stunning. Rooms was refreshing and the view I couldn't have asked for more.
    Christopher
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £225.20
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 3,749 reviews
    The interior design of the hotel is absolutely stunning. Very friendly staff. Nice cafe downstairs. Great location. Walking distance to all the places we visited.
    YING
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £115.58
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 6,887 reviews
    Lovely room, great interior design of the hotels lobby. Tasty and wide selection on the breakfast menu. Generally clean and tidy.
    Kimberley
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £251.10
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 13,480 reviews
    Great vibe and interior design. Staff were lovely and so helpful! Bar downstairs was a great vibe with lovely drinks
    Nokuthula
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £222.30
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 3,827 reviews
    I liked the design and style and the bed was absolutely luxury! Absolutely amazing comfort on the bed shower was lovely.
    Lauren
    Young couple

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