Manchester Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A waterfront cityscape with a prominent building on the right, a calm river, and a clear blue sky.
A modern cityscape with a river, a bridge, and several high-rise buildings.
A cityscape with modern buildings, a river reflecting the structures, and a bridge connecting two parts of the city.
A waterfront cityscape with modern architecture, including a distinctive building with a curved roof and a cylindrical structure with a golden facade.
A park with a grassy hill, trees, and a city skyline in the background.

Our guide on where to stay in Manchester

Find the best Manchester areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Manchester
Learn more about Manchester

Manchester City Centre

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.

Northern Quarter

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

Ancoats

While Ancoats may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Manchester Arndale and Printworks.

Castlefield

Castlefield is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Castlefield Bowl and Beetham Tower while in the area.

Old Trafford

Travellers choose Old Trafford for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Trafford Bar Tram Stop or Old Trafford Tram Stop and check out top sights like Old Trafford.

TRIBE Manchester Airport

TRIBE Manchester Airport

4 out of 5
Chicago Avenue Manchester England
The price is NZ$194 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
NZ$194
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions The Runway Visitor Park and Quarry ...
TRIBE Manchester Airport
The Alan

The Alan

4 out of 5
18 Princess Street Manchester England
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$139 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
NZ$139
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,373 reviews)
"Please keep toilet brushes so we can clean after ourselves"

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2026

The Alan
Britannia Hotel Manchester

Britannia Hotel Manchester

3 out of 5
35 Portland Street Manchester England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$102 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
NZ$102
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7/10 Good! (2,233 reviews)
"We had a lovely stay. Property was very well located and great value for its location. The grand staircase is spectacular. I feel like compared to the grand staircase the rooms feel a little more basic. I feel even a few pictures on the walls to give the rooms some character. There are also no plug ..."

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2026

Britannia Hotel Manchester
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.
Whitworth Locke

Whitworth Locke

4 out of 5
74 Princess St. Manchester England
Stay at this aparthotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Whitworth Locke
Native Manchester

Native Manchester

4.5 out of 5
51 Ducie Street Manchester England
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,303 reviews)
"The room was a good size and the bathroom too. Good storage. A useful little kitchenette. The hollow building structure and metal beams meant that sounds traveled and so it was quite noisy at times. The mattress was amongst the least comfortable I've experienced in a hotel for some time. The chaise-longue ..."

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2026

Native Manchester
Roomzzz Manchester Victoria

Roomzzz Manchester Victoria

4 out of 5
Corn Exchange, 37 Hanging Ditch Manchester England
Stay at this aparthotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Roomzzz Manchester Victoria
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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