Manchester

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Water way canal area in Manchester ,North west England
Modern apartments on both side of river Irwell passing through Manchester city center, UK.
Panoramic view of Manchester, England, UK

Where to stay in Manchester

Albert Square which includes a city, street scenes and a square or plaza

Manchester City Centre

4.5/5(348 area reviews)

Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Manchester City Centre. Check out top attractions like Manchester Art Gallery and St. Peter's Square, and jump on the metro at St Peters Square Station or Mosley Street Station to see more of the city.

Manchester City Centre
Old Trafford, Manchester, England

Old Trafford

Consider a visit to Old Trafford and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Old Trafford. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Trafford Bar Tram Stop or Old Trafford Tram Stop.

Old Trafford
What a great find,  equal to if not better than it's neighbour Cloudwater Barrel Store

Piccadilly

If you're spending time in Piccadilly, check out sights like Market Street or Rochdale Canal and hop on the metro to see more the city at Picadilly Gardens Station or Mosley Street Station.

Piccadilly
Piccadilly Gardens showing rides

Northern Quarter

4.5/5(50 area reviews)

Northern Quarter is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights in the area like Market Street and Affleck's Palace.

Northern Quarter
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Trafford Park

While you're in Trafford Park, take in top sights like Old Trafford or Imperial War Museum North, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Parkway Tram Stop or Village Tram Stop.

Trafford Park
Just in case the bar names don't give it away, there are now these handy little street signs too.

Gay Village

If you're spending some time in Gay Village, Canal Street and Alan Turing Memorial are top sights worth seeing.

Gay Village
TRIBE Manchester Airport

TRIBE Manchester Airport

4 out of 5
Chicago Avenue Manchester England
$97 nightly
The price is $116 total per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
$116 total
Feb 16 - Feb 17
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions The Runway Visitor Park and Quarry ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,573 reviews)
Perfect stay before a flight!

Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026

TRIBE Manchester Airport
Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport

Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport

4 out of 5
Chicago Avenue Manchester England
$154 nightly
The price is $185 total per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
$185 total
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,905 reviews)
Fantastic hotel and location. Walked into departures stress free following a lovely Christmas morning breakfast!! All staff pleasant and helpful - traditional service with a smile not found many places these days. As our final destination was going to be tropical they even stored our winter coat ...

Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026

Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport
Crowne Plaza Manchester Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza Manchester Airport by IHG

4 out of 5
Ringway Road Manchester England
$103 nightly
The price is $123 total per night from Feb 14 to Feb 15
$123 total
Feb 14 - Feb 15
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,194 reviews)
Room clean staff helpful and food great

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

Crowne Plaza Manchester Airport by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Native Manchester

Native Manchester

4.5 out of 5
51 Ducie Street Manchester England
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Manchester. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,043 reviews)
highly recommend everything about this hotel, but sadly their communication on what's app wasn't the greatest during our stay when we needed assistance.

Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026

Native Manchester
Staycity Aparthotels, Manchester, Piccadilly

Staycity Aparthotels, Manchester, Piccadilly

4 out of 5
8B Gateway House Manchester England
Stay at this aparthotel in Manchester. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,083 reviews)
Excellent! Theocstoon and room is great! Highly recommend.

Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026

Staycity Aparthotels, Manchester, Piccadilly
Whitworth Locke

Whitworth Locke

4 out of 5
74 Princess St. Manchester England
Stay at this aparthotel in Manchester. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,255 reviews)
Excellent hotel, staff were top class. Definitely recommend

Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026

Whitworth Locke
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Manchester

4.2
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
196
5 - Excellent 38%
4 - Good
235
4 - Good 46%
3 - Okay
69
3 - Okay 13%
2 - Disappointing
11
2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
2
1 - Terrible 0%

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

I didn’t visit Manchester at all; just flew in and out from there.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Manchester was a great and very friendly place to visit and I would recommend it to anyone traveling to the UK. Plenty of shops,Pubs and restaurants where ever you walk . I am looking forward to returning with my wife to the Manchester.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

We didn't stay in Manchester - only saw the airport and train station.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Amazing city with amazing people....More friendly than the South I.e London

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Nice walkable city felt very safe

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I really fell in love with Manchester. The people are fantastic. The architecture is amazing. So much to see and do.

Cities near Manchester

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