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a&o Manchester City Centre

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Lobby lounge
1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, WiFi (free)
Lobby sitting area
Exterior
A buffet area with a glass display case, wooden counter, pendant lights, and a view of the outside through large windows.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is $68
$55 nightly
$68 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7

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21 Dickinson Street, Manchester, England, M1 4LX
  • Place, Canal Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Manchester Central Convention Complex
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Piccadilly Gardens
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manchester (MAN)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, WiFi (free)

Twin Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • 178 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, WiFi (free)

Twin Room Single Use

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 178 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, WiFi (free)

Double Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(49 reviews)
  • 178 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, WiFi (free)

Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, WiFi (free)

Family Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Britannia Hotel Manchester
Manchester City Centre
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
3.5 out of 5, Good, 2,168 reviews
$45 nightly
The price is $55
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
Britannia Hotel Manchester

About the neighborhood

Manchester

A stay at a&o Manchester City Centre places you in the heart of Manchester, within a 10-minute walk of Piccadilly Gardens and University of Manchester. .This family-friendly hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Deansgate and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Old Trafford.

What's nearby

  • Canal Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • St. Peter's Square - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Manchester Central Convention Complex - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Manchester Palace Theatre - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Piccadilly Gardens - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • St Peters Square Station - 4 min walk
  • Manchester Manchester Oxford Road Station - 5 min walk
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Paramount (Wetherspoon) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Fumo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Grey Horse Inn - ‬2 min walk

About this property

a&o Manchester City Centre

A&o Manchester City Centre offers 164 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. This Manchester hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Make yourself at home in one of the 164 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include blackout drapes/curtains, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a television in a common area.
Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and an elevator.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Breakfast Room - Onsite lobby lounge. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Breakfast Room

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Games
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower

More

  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 13 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: GBP 1.20 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 13 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Novotel Hotel Manchester Centre
Novotel Manchester Centre
Accor Manchester Centre
Manchester Novotel
Novotel Manchester Centre Hotel Manchester
Novotel Manchester Centre Hotel
Novotel Manchester Manchester
Novotel Manchester Centre Hotel
Novotel Manchester Centre Manchester
Novotel Manchester Centre Hotel Manchester

a&o Manchester City Centre Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 447 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 306 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 153 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 1012 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and value for money...would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Beau

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and wonderful quality rooms
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Thorey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Terje

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and spacious room at a very reasonable price. Location is pretty good. Had a nice stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location, pleasant staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a good experience for the price, clean, comfy and central would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Law

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super convenient location. Clean and neat hotel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice friendly staff, hotel ideal positioned in the city centre
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was excellent and central to Manchester, staff friendly and clean hotel all over. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, clean and quiet room, friendly helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place in the city centre! Inexpensive but clean and modern. Check in could be a bit faster and easier but Staff all very nice and helpful. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ravi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and property in general. Good facilities, great location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff, good location. Breakfast ok
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tabitha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect thanks, and great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Owais

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were polite and i had a good experience.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Owen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great budget option for the center of Manchester. Basic room but everything you really need. Bed was firm and comfortable. Staff were great and check-in was fast. I would recommend for an inexpensive place to crash and enjoy all that Manchester has to offer.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
spacious room lots of lights huge shower with nice bathroom, would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, lovely room, quiet and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Michael

good n clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Juliette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, the staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dr Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room - large - decent bed (lack of pillows a slight negative - Good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal location and a lovely bar area
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Rian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious clean room with shower room and separate wc. Comfortable beds and mini fridge provided but no kettle. Perfectly located for access to all of the city on foot. Overall pleasant stay and if ever in Manchester again, would not hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Easy and friendly check-in, nice room, good location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Connor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for a last minute cheap stay. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026