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Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG

3.0 star property
Travelers start their day with a hearty breakfast buffet before heading out to explore Manchester, with the AO Arena just steps from the hotel's front door

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Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena is steps from the National Football Museum. Guests enjoy a breakfast buffet, daily manager's reception, and conference space for meetings. The convenient location and helpful staff consistently earn high marks from visitors.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is HK$551
HK$674 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar

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)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Sofa bed
  • 236 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single 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
(92 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Sofa bed
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for 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)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Sofa bed
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(44 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for 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
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Sofa bed
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

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)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Sofa bed
  • City view
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Single Beds (Extra Floor Space, Free Hot Breakfast)

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

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Located in Manchester City Centre, a neighbourhood in Manchester, Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG is in the entertainment district and near a metro station. Travellers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Canal Street and Trafford Centre, while those looking for another kind of activity may want to explore Salford Quays. Looking to enjoy an event or a match? See what's going on at AO Arena or Etihad Stadium. Visit our Manchester travel guide
Map
Goadsby St Off Swan St, Manchester, England, M4 5JY

What's nearby

  • www.alamy.com
    National Football Museum
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Fountains at Piccadilly garden in Manchester city center, England.
    Piccadilly Gardens
    7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Manchester_ManchesterArena_6079173-2
    AO Arena
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • www.alamy.com
    Deansgate
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • View from the footpath along Rochdale canal in the Castlefield area in the center of Manchester, England towards a historic steel railway bridge
    Canal Street
    11 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG

Hotel near National Football Museum
Located close to AO Arena and Canal Street, Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG provides free breakfast, a free daily manager's reception and dry cleaning/laundry services. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Express check-out, multilingual staff and a front desk safe
  • Tour/ticket information, a lift and a vending machine
  • Luggage storage, a TV in reception and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast, helpful staff and location
Room features
All 192 rooms boast comforts such as pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cots/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping and desks

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking for GBP 19 per day; reservations required; discounts available

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • 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.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 8 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • 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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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 cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

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

  • Off site 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-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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)

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena
Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena
Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena an IHG Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG?

As of 11 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG on 30 Mar 2026 start from HK$551, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG located?

Located in Manchester City Centre, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of National Football Museum, AO Arena and Canal Street. University of Manchester and Etihad Stadium are also within 2 mi (3 km). Shudehill Station is only a 4-minute walk and Market Street Station is 7 minutes.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 604 out of 1222 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 377 out of 1222 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 167 out of 1222 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1222 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1222 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel was spotless, comfy bed and super attentive staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean rooms very helpful staff breakfast very good quality and resturant was clean and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay ! Room was clean and cozy staff was amazing always feel welcomed when staying here
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location & included breakfast is a bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Justine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean room, only down side tables to close together for breakfast,
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, friendly staff good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location in Manchester. Room was a nice size. Staff were friendly. Breakfast was ok.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff were perfect , very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, great shower, breakfast was lovely. Staff very pleasant and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice stay,rooms fine, breakfast fine,all staff fine
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room clean , Staff great, breakfast good 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

DARRYL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and excellent facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, easy check in
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Lewis

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff and what you needed for a hotel room in a city. Breakfast isn't the best, food wasn't great and the hotel room had no view at all other than another building but bar these it was a good place to stay. Parking is opposite in a busy car park and then you have to walk across a very busy road, the lifts weren't working in car park so having luggage and children made this experience far from ideal, the hotel should have a drop off point or a few reserved parking spaces.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was easy and staff were polite
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great hotel in an excellent location especially for a visit to the arena which is a short walk away. Lovely and clean room and friendly staff, would definitely recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good locatio off Arndale . Near vue cinema football musum. Plenty of vibrant diverse bars restaurants nearby
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Perian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms very friendly and supportive staff Close to shopping in the city centre
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff, clean room in a central location. Lovely breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy check in, lovely clean room. The hotel was really quiet at night so no problem sleeping. The breakfast had great choice. Would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

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

A great place to stay

Very clean room with excellent facilities. Hotel was very welcoming and friendly. Breakfast was chaotic with hardly anywhere to sit, my only complaint but the food was superb.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Exchanged my room arrival with no issues whatsoever. Room was very clean and quiet for a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

ALEX

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was tasty and the staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean hotel overall, excellent view from the top floor across the city, very friendly staff, very convenient location - short walk to most transport connections and to various shops and landmarks
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025