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Wilde Aparthotels Manchester St. Peters Square features accommodation within 200 metres of the centre of Manchester, with free WiFi, and a kitchenette with a dishwasher, a microwave and a toaster. This 4-star aparthotel offers a 24-hour front desk and full-day security. The aparthotel has family rooms.

The rooms are very nice, it's the 3rd time I stayed there. This time I had a nice view. The personnel are very friendly. And the price was normal.

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Wonderful
8,530 reviews
Price from
£94.72
per night

Located in Manchester and with Canal Street reachable within 60 metres, Leven Manchester provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a terrace, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. The property is close to several well-known attractions, less than 1 km from Manchester Central Library, a 9-minute walk from Greater Manchester Police Museum and less than 1 km from Bridgewater Hall. The property is 400 metres from the city centre and 500 metres from Manchester Art Gallery.

The kitchenette, plus the washing machine and dryer. Spacious room, spacious bathroom.

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9.4
Wonderful
2,407 reviews
Price from
£99
per night

Situated in Manchester, 500 metres from Chetham's Library and less than 1 km from the centre, CitySuites 2 Aparthotel features air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a fitness centre. Attractively set in the Salford district, this aparthotel offers an indoor pool, as well as a hot tub and a steam room. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, a lift and luggage storage for guests.

great location, very comfortable & clean!

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9.1
Wonderful
5,608 reviews
Price from
£99
per night

Ideally located in the centre of Manchester, BrewDog DogHouse Manchester offers air-conditioned rooms, free bikes, free WiFi and a garden. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and a concierge service.

Being an Equity Punk member for almost 5 years, a stay at the Doghouse was definitely on my bucket list ever since I heard of its existence. So when my boyfriend and I booked tickets to a concert in Manchester a few days before my birthday, I knew exactly where I wanted to stay. Not only did the hotel and room exceeded our expectations, they also left a small gift and note for my birthday which I really appreciated. I especially loved all the small details in the room and around the hotel. Left most of them out of the pictures I added here, so you can find out yourself. But of course the shower beer and record player didn't disappoint. And the bed was one of the best beds we ever slept in! The room also has a BrewDog minibar with a great variety of beverages (both alcoholic as non-alcoholic) and also a great choice of snacks. In the room you will find a sort of pamphlet with all the drinks, snacks and BrewDog gadgets on it and how much they cost. So that you will not be faced with any surprises. Also great location! Little more than 10 minutes walk to Piccadilly Station, which will take you directly to the airport. And close to a lot of sights and activities in the city. Definitely want to stay here again! And want to try their location in Edinburgh as well!

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9.4
Wonderful
1,451 reviews
Price from
£119
per night

Featuring city views, Hyatt House Manchester in Manchester features accommodation, a fitness centre, a garden, a terrace, a restaurant and a bar. Complimentary WiFi is featured.

Each unit comes with a fully equipped kitchenette with a dining table, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom with shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. A fridge, a dishwasher and microwave are also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle.

Everything. Kind staff and welcoming atmospher.

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9.1
Wonderful
1,235 reviews
Price from
£120
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.

We enjoyed our stay at Hotel Football. Great location. Wonderful, attentive staff. Beautiful rooms. Highly recommend and will certainly book again.

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9
Wonderful
4,007 reviews
Price from
£80
per night

In the heart of Manchester, Cove Minshull Street are luxury apartments with a bright and contemporary design. Just 6 minutes' walk from Piccadilly Rail Station and 300 metres from Piccadilly Gardens, each apartment has Wi-Fi access and a 24-hour front desk.

Great experience staying here with 5 people, two of which were 83 years old. The room was enough for the 5 of us to relax and sleep comfortably and staff were very kind to us

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9.2
Wonderful
1,560 reviews
Price from
£103
per night

Featuring 4-star accommodation, UR PLACE is situated in Manchester, 4.1 km from Clayton Hall Museum and 5.4 km from Etihad Stadium. The property is set 6.4 km from Greater Manchester Police Museum, 7 km from Manchester Arena and 7.3 km from Chetham's Library. Canal Street is 8.3 km away and Heaton Park is 9 km from the bed and breakfast.

Ur place was the most excellent and family oriented vibe place I have stayed with respect to Airbnb. The house and the rooms are so nice to a fault. The receptionist niceness was oit of this world. I so much enjoyed my stay, I had to book for extra day. Thank you Muhammad, thank you Patient for making my stay enjoyable.

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9
Wonderful
137 reviews
Price from
£60
per night

Set 5.3 km from Clayton Hall Museum, 6.8 km from Etihad Stadium and 8.7 km from Piccadilly Railway Station, Posyrooms offers accommodation located in Manchester. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property. The homestay has family rooms.

The check in could not be easier, and the room was perfectly clean and comfortable :)

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9.3
Wonderful
157 reviews
Price from
£70
per night

Located in the centre of Manchester, Kula Manchester is a recently renovated accommodation, which provides soundproof rooms. Among the facilities at this property are a lift and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The apartment features family rooms.

The facility is in ship shape. Very clean and well maintained. The response time was very good. Location is in the high street and close to everything.

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9.1
Wonderful
107 reviews
Price from
£122.63
per night

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For those trying to save, these fun, budget hotels still have lots to offer, from Wifi to convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties are set in central areas and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find loads of options that feature 24-hour front desks and luggage storage.
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  • CitySuites 2 Aparthotel
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 5,606 reviews

    CitySuites 2 Aparthotel features a hot tub and a fitness room, as well as air-conditioned accommodations in the center of Manchester, a 5-minute walk from Chetham's Library.

    The food, the price for the accommodation was great

  • Hyatt House Manchester
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,234 reviews

    Featuring city views, Hyatt House Manchester in Manchester features accommodations, a fitness center, a garden, a terrace, a restaurant and a bar. Complimentary WiFi is featured.

    Exceptional service. Clean rooms and lovely ambiance.

  • Hotel Football, Old Trafford, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 4,007 reviews

    Hotel Football, Old Trafford, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is located opposite Old Trafford Football Stadium and close to Media City and Manchester City Center. Free WiFi access is available.

    Comfortable & clean Good view Staffs friendly

  • Leonardo Hotel Manchester Piccadilly
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 8,979 reviews

    Well set in Manchester, Leonardo Hotel Manchester Piccadilly provides air-conditioned rooms, a fitness center, free WiFi and a restaurant.

    Great location nice clean friendly lovely breakfast

  • Moxy Manchester City
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 4,116 reviews

    Well located in the center of Manchester, Moxy Manchester City is within a 2-minute walk of Opera House Manchester and 200 yards of John Rylands Library.

    How relaxed and modern it was and so much for people todo .

  • Motel One Manchester-St. Peter´s Square
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 12,032 reviews

    Motel One Manchester-St. Peter´s Square is conveniently located in Manchester, and provides a bar and free WiFi. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage space.

    Brilliant location. Lovely bar area. Friendly staff.

  • Maldron Hotel Manchester City Centre
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 12,412 reviews

    In a prime location in Manchester, Maldron Hotel Manchester City Centre provides air-conditioned rooms, a fitness center, free WiFi and a restaurant.

    Clean spacious, self check in and ample facilities

  • Hampton By Hilton Manchester Northern Quarter
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 10,325 reviews

    Located in the Manchester city center neighborhood and northern quarter area, Hampton By Hilton Manchester Northern Quarter offers bedrooms with complimentary WiFi, bar, restaurant and fitness center.

    Room was clean, close to city centre. Staff was friendly

Great access to the city center! Check these cheap hotels in Manchester

  • Smithfield by The Heim Residences
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Smithfield by The Heim Residences is located in Manchester, just a 14-minute walk from Manchester Central Library and 0.8 miles from John Rylands Library.

  • Sunset by The Heim Residences
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Sunset by The Heim Residences offers accommodations in Manchester, a 12-minute walk from Manchester Art Gallery and 0.4 miles from Chetham's Library. This apartment provides an elevator and free Wifi.

  • Africana by The Heim Residences
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Just one mile from Manchester Arena and a 9-minute walk from Piccadilly Train Station, Africana by The Heim Residences features accommodations in Manchester with a garden.

  • Manchester City Centre 2 bed apartment
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Manchester City Centre 2 bed apartment is located in Manchester, just a 5-minute walk from Manchester Central and 600 yards from Albert Square.

  • Bauhaus by The Heim Residences
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Just a 16-minute walk from Canal Street and 0.9 miles from Piccadilly Train Station, Bauhaus by The Heim Residences features accommodations in Manchester with a garden.

  • Classy 2bedroom City Centre Apt
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 16 reviews

    Just a few steps from Manchester Art Gallery and a 6-minute walk from Royal Exchange Theatre, Classy 2bedroom City Centre Apt features accommodations in Manchester with a terrace.

    Great location, lovely modern spacious apartment .

  • Livestay 3-Bed Loft Apartments in the Heart of Manchester
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 4 reviews

    Livestay 3-Bed Loft Apartments in the Heart of Manchester offers accommodations within a few steps of the center of Manchester, with free Wifi and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a microwave...

  • BrewDog DogHouse Manchester
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,451 reviews

    Located conveniently in Manchester, BrewDog DogHouse Manchester has air-conditioned rooms, free bikes, free WiFi and a garden. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk.

    Lovely hotel, great staff, cool rooms, free sweets

  • Leven Manchester
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 2,407 reviews

    Located in Manchester and with Canal Street reachable within a few steps, Leven Manchester provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a terrace, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

    Stunning hotel! Staff were amazing love the free socks

  • Charlotte House Residence by COQOON
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 11 reviews

    Charlotte House Residence by COQOON offers accommodations in Manchester, a 8-minute walk from John Rylands Library and 700 yards from The Palace Theatre.

    Beautiful apartment, furnishings and great location.

  • Luxury Unique 2bedroom city centre
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 18 reviews

    Luxury Unique 2bedroom city centre is located in Manchester, just a 8-minute walk from John Rylands Library and 700 yards from The Palace Theatre.

    The property is beautiful, well situated and has everything you need.

  • Contractor long stay reduced rates 57
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 4 reviews

    Contractor long stay reduced rates 57 offers accommodations in Manchester, a 12-minute walk from The Palace Theatre and 0.6 miles from Chetham's Library.

  • Satori Serviced Apartments
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 17 reviews

    Featuring water sports facilities and free Wifi, Satori Serviced Apartments features accommodations in the center of Manchester.

    Jennie couldn't have been more helpful, thank you!

  • Stunning Northern Quarter Flat
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 3 reviews

    Stunning Northern Quarter Flat offers accommodations in Manchester, a 9-minute walk from Manchester Art Gallery and half a mile from Chetham's Library.

  • Stunning 2BR In Chinatown
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 25 reviews

    Stunning 2BR In Chinatown is located in Manchester, just a 7-minute walk from The Palace Theatre and 500 yards from Manchester Central Library.

    Great location in Chinatown for the Chinese New Year celebrations.

  • Luxury Stunning 2bedroom city centre
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 16 reviews

    Luxury Stunning 2bedroom city centre is a recently renovated apartment in the center of Manchester, a 6-minute walk from Albert Square and a few steps from Manchester Art Gallery.

    Very modern, stylish, comfortable and location is great

  • Cove Minshull Street
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,559 reviews

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

    Really great location and great facilities, comfortable stay.

  • Stunning 4-bedroom Townhouse with Free Parking
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 38 reviews

    Stunning 4-bedroom Townhouse with Free Parking offers accommodations in Manchester, a 13-minute walk from Chetham's Library and 0.6 miles from Manchester Art Gallery.

    Clean, well maintained, as per pics, great location

  • Free Parking - Roof Terrace - Luxury Townhouse
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 27 reviews

    Just a 4-minute walk from Manchester Art Gallery and 500 yards from The Palace Theatre, Free Parking - Roof Terrace - Luxury Townhouse features accommodations in Manchester with a garden.

    Very clean, great space and a great location in town.

  • Lushpads
    Central location
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 45 reviews

    Located in the heart of the city center of Manchester, Lushpads offers self-catering apartment accommodations. Free WiFi access is available. The property is 2297 feet from Piccadilly Railway Station.

    property was great size and in great location for what we needed!

  • Loft Conversion in Northern Quarter
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 22 reviews

    Loft Conversion in Northern Quarter is located in Manchester, just a 9-minute walk from Manchester Art Gallery and half a mile from Chetham's Library.

    Quirky apartment, well equipped & great location.

  • Luxury Stylish 2bedroom City Centre Apt
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 8 reviews

    Luxury Stylish 2bedroom City Centre Apt is located in Manchester, just a 8-minute walk from John Rylands Library and 700 yards from The Palace Theatre.

    Very modern property and flat, clean & plenty of space.

  • City centre, Top floor apartment, Two balconies
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 44 reviews

    Just a 12-minute walk from Manchester Art Gallery and 0.6 miles from John Rylands Library, City centre, Top floor apartment, Two balconies features accommodations in Manchester with a terrace.

    Great location, clean with very good facilities, would stay again

  • Beautiful Northern Quarter 2 Bedroom Apt
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 31 reviews

    Beautiful Northern Quarter 2 Bedroom Apt offers accommodations in Manchester, a 10-minute walk from Manchester Art Gallery and 0.7 miles from The Palace Theatre.

    Clean, quiet, well situated. Good communication. Well equipped. Nice decor.

  • High Street Town House
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 263 reviews

    High Street Town House is a recently renovated condo hotel in the center of Manchester, a 6-minute walk from Greater Manchester Police Museum and 0.6 miles from Canal Street.

    Amazing find, great kitchen to cook in, lovely place overall

  • Stunning 2BR Apt in Central Manc
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 12 reviews

    Stunning 2BR Apt in Central Manc is located in Manchester, just a 7-minute walk from The Palace Theatre and 500 yards from Manchester Central Library.

    Great property, real wow factor and super location.

  • The Works - Two bed penthouse
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1 review

    The Works - Two bed penthouse is located in Manchester, just a 10-minute walk from John Rylands Library and 0.6 miles from Manchester Art Gallery.

  • Spacious apartment City Centre 5 guests long stay
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 6 reviews

    Spacious apartment City Centre 5 guests long stay is located in Manchester, just a 7-minute walk from Manchester Central Library and half a mile from Piccadilly Train Station.

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  • Wilde Aparthotels Manchester St. Peters Square
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 8,528 reviews

    Wilde Aparthotels Manchester St. Peters Square features accommodations within 200 yards of the center of Manchester, with free Wifi and a kitchenette with a dishwasher, a microwave, and a toaster.

    Great location and all you need for a weekend away

  • UR PLACE
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 137 reviews

    UR PLACE enjoys a location in Manchester, 4 miles from Greater Manchester Police Museum and 4.4 miles from Manchester Arena. The 4-star bed and breakfast is 3.4 miles from Etihad Stadium Manchester.

    Excellent service and hospitality. Highly recommend

  • Posyrooms
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 157 reviews

    Posyrooms offers accommodations in Manchester, 3.3 miles from Clayton Hall Museum and 4.2 miles from Etihad Stadium Manchester.

    Lovely room Great facilities - highly recommended

  • Kula Manchester
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 107 reviews

    Kula Manchester is a recently renovated apartment in the center of Manchester, a 7-minute walk from Greater Manchester Police Museum and 0.7 miles from Manchester Arena.

    Perfect location - Immaculate inside and private also

  • Manchester Townhouses by Charles Hope
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 198 reviews

    1.1 miles from Bridgewater Hall in Manchester, Manchester Townhouses by Charles Hope offers accommodations with access to a fitness room.

    Good location, clean , spacious great furnishings.

  • At home Property
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 118 reviews

    At home Property offers accommodations in Manchester, a 18-minute walk from Piccadilly Train Station and 0.8 miles from Manchester Art Gallery. This apartment provides an elevator and free Wifi.

    Location was excelent. Would recomend to everyone.

  • Movie nights and Chill
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 157 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Movie nights and mini-bar. Offers accommodations with a patio and a kettle, around 12 mi from Old Trafford Stadium.

    Super cosy & welcoming, everything was 10/10.

  • Bowling Green
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 531 reviews

    Located in Manchester and within 3.4 miles of Old Trafford Stadium, Bowling Green features a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

    Location Breakfast / snack buffet available 24/7

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Cheap hotels that guests love in Manchester

  • Avg. price/night: £60.72
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 10,209 reviews
    I've returned again to this great budget hotel because it's really affordable, comfortable and in an excellent location. Highly recommend.
    Jason
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £76.80
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 5,541 reviews
    Location was fantastic in Salford with free parking for residents of the hotel. The reception staff were pleasant and cheerful. The room was comfortable and very clean. We had a great nights sleep. Restaurant was lovely food at an affordable rate. Bathroom was spotlessly clean and had great products to use. Overall a wonderful and stress free experience. Hope to be back again soon.
    Ocean Kimberley
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £135
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 16,608 reviews
    An ideal 'base' for a work/pleasure trip to Manchester. Great location for all the areas I wished to discover and central for shopping areas all within easy walking distance. A no-frills approach but very clean and comfortable facilities. Staff very pleasant and welcoming
    CLYDE
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £162
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 35 reviews
    Very modern, spacious and very clean. Beds really comfortable. Edward was very helpful and answered messages immediately. The apartment was in an ideal location. Parking opposite the apartment was easily accessed and cheap.
    Beverley
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £74.20
    5.8
    Scored 5.8
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 25,248 reviews
    The hotel was cheap and clean, there was an exposed outlet and the window was a little grimy but honestly we expected a lot worse for the price and location! The bedding and amenities were spotless, and for the length of stay (one night) it was ideal! Honestly, it was just dated rather than dirty.
    Abigail
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £135
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 16,608 reviews
    Location is ideal for the station. Very clean, cheaper than all the nearby places. Staff are very welcoming and friendly. Nothing is a trouble. No restaurant but the breakfast is excellent and value for money. I would highly recommend
    Lynn
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £60.72
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 10,209 reviews
    Location was great. Don’t worry if you can’t use the hotels car park. There is a public one opposite the hotel and is cheaper Very clean, bright hotel. The staff are friendly, helpful and welcoming. For a budget hotel this is a good place to stay. If the price is right I would stay here again but it would have to be half what I paid for it this time!
    Rosemarie
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £245.52
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,400 reviews
    This hotel was a good price in comparison to others on the same night. A no-frills budget hotel, but very clean and suitable for a comfortable night's sleep. Great location and a pleasant stay. Also the room was nice and warm despite the outside weather being freezing.
    Steffan
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £84.20
    5.8
    Scored 5.8
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 15,475 reviews
    Great budget hotel in ideal location near Northern Quarter. Added breakfast on check-in which was cost-effective and plenty of choice.
    Jo
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £102.60
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 8,756 reviews
    Cheap budget hotel. Very clean, ideal location for what we needed .
    Donna
    Family with young children

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