Staying in Manchester

Greater Manchester offers a wide range of accommodation, from unique boutique hotels and luxury pads to beautiful countryside settings and family hideaways, there’s something to suit every need and taste.

The 150 bedroom Hilton Garden Inn is a four star hotel on-site at Emirates Old Trafford, home to Lancashire Cricket. The hotel boasts 150 bedrooms across five floors, with 85 overlooking the famous Lancashire Cricket pitch, a relaxing Garden Grille and Bar and residents' gym. It’s the perfect hotel from which to enjoy the cricket.

Outside of Old Trafford there are luxury hotels such as the Radisson Blu Edwardian, set in the historic old Free Trade Hall, the newly opened Dakota Manchester, and the recently renovated Principal Hotel. Try out the Eclectic Hotels Collections with the likes of the Great John Street Hotel, set within a former schoolhouse and the King Street Townhouse within an impressive Italian renaissance building, with rooftop infinity pool. If you’re on a budget, why not try the Hilton Chambers – part hotel and part backpacker hostel; or the centrally located Pendulum Hotel with contemporary rooms that are value for money.

If you’re planning a relaxing spa getaway, The Midland Hotel is set in a Grade II listed Edwardian building which exudes elegance and style, with a soothing spa to ease you into Manchester life. Alternatively the stunning Malmaison Hotel exudes tranquillity, offering calming therapies and treatments.

Escape the city centre with one of Greater Manchester’s beautiful countryside hotels. The brand new Oddfellows on the Park is set within a picturesque Victorian mansion in the middle of Bruntwood Park. The Mere Golf Resort and Spa set in the heart of the countryside offers an idyllic break, while The Stanneylands boasts comfort, luxury and style set in a country house hotel.   

There are plenty of options for those needing to be close by to Manchester Airport, with the Clayton Hotel just a stone throw away, offering a complimentary shuttle bus or the Hilton Manchester Airport ideally located opposite Terminal 2.

Greater Manchester isn’t short of family friendly hotels, perfect for the whole clan. Located opposite Manchester’s United’s stadium, Hotel Football offers unique and fun rooms, while INNSIDE Manchester is ideally based in the city centre, close to transport links for a seamless stay. If you’re looking to bring along your four-legged friend, Manchester has a host of pet-friendly accommodation options too.

If you'd prefer a serviced apartment, Greater Manchester has plenty of options to choose from. From CitySuites and SACO Serviced Apartments, to the brand new Staybridge Suites, there's something to suit every budget. Greater Manchester isn't short of  great bed and breakfasts for a comfortable and authentic stay, as well as a huge range of self-catering options too.

If you're travelling with the whole clan, Novotel and the Hilton Manchester Deansgate both offer group friendly accommodation options, as well as the Crowne Plaza.