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Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG

3.0 star property

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Property amenity
Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Bar (on property)
Exterior
Room amenity

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
$77
$62 nightly
$77 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026

Explore the area

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Goadsby St Off Swan St, Manchester, England, M4 5JY
  • Place, National Football Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, AO Arena
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Canal Street
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manchester (MAN)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Sofa)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(87 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Wheelchair) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Wheelchair)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(42 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (Free Hot Breakfast) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Premium Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (Free Hot Breakfast)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Premium Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, City View (Free Hot Breakfast)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium Room, 2 Twin Beds (Extra Floor Space, Free Hot Breakfast) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Premium Room, 2 Twin Beds (Extra Floor Space, Free Hot Breakfast)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Manchester

With a stay at Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG, you'll be centrally located in Manchester, a 8-minute walk from National Football Museum and 10 minutes by foot from AO Arena. .This hotel is 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Canal Street and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from University of Manchester.

What's nearby

  • National Football Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Piccadilly Gardens - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • AO Arena - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Deansgate - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Canal Street - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Shudehill Station - 4 min walk
  • Manchester Victoria Station - 8 min walk
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hare & Hounds - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Angel Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cafe North - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Nell’s Pizza - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Jack In The Box - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG

Hotel with a bar, 8-minute walk to National Football Museum
Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG offers 192 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. A pillow menu is available. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Make yourself at home in one of the 192 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and tour/ticket assistance. Additional features at this hotel include discounted use of a nearby fitness facility and a vending machine.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include express check-out, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services.
A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 0.1 miles (GBP 19 per day); reservations required; discounts available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 8 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • 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 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 16 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free cribs are available on request at the property

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

  • Offsite parking fee: GBP 19.00 per day (0.1 mi away)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 580 out of 1169 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 364 out of 1169 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 154 out of 1169 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1169 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1169 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

9/10

Room was clean,shower was good,Breakfast was lovely quality sausages, and Bacon ,friendly staff and had a Great night sleep 😴 would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel does what it says on the tin - good option for a quick overnight if attending an event in the city. Generally basic facilities & breakfast. Rooms could do with an update (plastic tea tray & paint on wood etc) but we had everything we needed with a good-sized shower, toiletries, hairdryer and AC as well. Staff were all really friendly, professional, efficient & helpful. Easy walking distance to AO arena Enjoyed a nice dinner at the Glasshouse restaurant, Crowne Plaza where you get 10% off if you mention staying nextdoor
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

All we needed.

Nothing to complain about. Staff were very friendly. easy check-in. Nice room. Comfortable nights sleep. Great location. Breakfast very good, if not a little busy; couldn't find anywhere to sit straight away but soon resolved.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Boubacar

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Solange

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Would be 5* with a new mattress

Friendly staff, great breakfast options, clean room with good views on high floor, nice shower, but bed very uncomfortable - needs a new mattress I think. Also had an accessible room which was strangely located the farthest from the lift?
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oystein

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Guy

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lewis

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Nick

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We think our room had seen better days and it felt like the bed was broken. The dining area for breakfast was overrun and it was difficult to find a table, then took ages to find someone to clean it. Fix these and I would consider again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gavin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A decent hotel if used as "base" for weekend

Clean and tidy hotel, situated very close to the arndale centre. We had booked through a 3rd party booking site but when we got to the hotel, we were only given a double bed, but the reception staff arranged for the additional bed to be made up quickly. Rooms were very clean and tidy, spacious too. Only fault we had was the air con vent rattled during use - which wasn't an issue during day, but overnight was a nuisance. Breakfast is self serve buffet style and had plenty of options. Coffee was mediocre though. Overall a decent hotel if used as "base" for weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Md saydur

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Charlotte

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Fit for purpose for a weekend trip. But the room wasnt the cleanest, shower drain was blocked, the AC didnt work. Good breakfast and good location for the centre of MCR
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lady on reception was nice and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Weekend trip in Manchester

We chose this hotel because it was half an hour walk from the O2 Appollo. Although the check-in was quite lengthy the accommodation was very clean and the staff very helpful. We enjoyed the breakfast and would recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Yash

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service and breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rhonda

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff really made the stay. So polite and helpful. Great location, good breakfast spread.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

steven

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Simply unacceptable at a basic level.

Stayed here overnight to drop my son off at Uni for the year. I am an IHG member and have had good overall service from this Hotel group. The bare minimum of any hotel ever is basic cleanliness. Our room had a white towel hung up in the bathroom with a very noticeable brown stain on it. ( I would like to think it is chocolate but that is wishful thinking) The weird thing is it was hung up like that so the stain is on the outside in full view and I assume the maid has said yes thats fine. ( or missed it to be fair) This is unacceptable and makes you question the general Hotels cleaning standard, bedding etc. I was asked at breakfast it the room was ok and told them no and why. They did apologise and the manager came over to personally apologise ask well. Rest of the hotel is functional, location is ok ( kind of down an alley) Staff were polite and helpful but the towel overshadows all of it unfortunately.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Clare

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025