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Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG

3.0 star property
Eco-certified hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Property amenity
Standard Room, 2 Single Beds
Exterior
Room amenity
Bar (on property)

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is €76
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Sofa)

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Sofa)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(62 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Wheelchair)

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Wheelchair)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Map
Goadsby St Off Swan St, Manchester, England, M4 5JY

What's nearby

  • National Football Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • AO Arena - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Canal Street - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • University of Manchester - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Etihad Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe North - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nell's Pizza - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hare & Hounds - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bar Fringe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Band on the Wall - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG

Eco-certified hotel near National Football Museum
Located close to AO Arena and Canal Street, Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet, a free daily manager's reception and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar and conference space.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Express check-out, a 24-hour front desk and a TV in reception
  • 1 meeting room, a lift and tour/ticket information
  • Free newspapers, multilingual staff and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things 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 programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

Arabic, Chinese (Cantonese), Czech, English, French, Hindi, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Ukranian

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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 buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free 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

Business services

  • 194 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

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
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

  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 19.00 per day (984252 ft 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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; cash is not accepted
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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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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 29 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG on 28 Aug 2025 start from €74.65, including 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 eco-certified 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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Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 515 out of 1031 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 322 out of 1031 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 129 out of 1031 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1031 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1031 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds so comfy great night sleep. Friendly staff lovely eating area and great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lalyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central location, friendly staff, clean and comfortable rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, good buffet breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

ESMERALDA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Nice, clean rooms. Decent breakfast buffet. Shopping area easily accessible. Overall a great place!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shekmuon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very good
My son watching view
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, helpful staff, breakfast was included, close to transport links
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was clean and tidy staff were really friendly breakfast did have a lot of choices but nice and tasty
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff were all friendly & helpful. Very pleased with room which provided a much needed cool quiet break away from the heat of the city. The complimentary breakfast was excellent too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and ckean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maika

amazing stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Msrie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet, nice rooms
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

hemant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

SIU YIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location good breakfast comfy bed
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Anna-Marie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
A good location if you are travelling by public transport. Room needed dusting on the walls, and I think someone had been sick in the curtains!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lois

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff particularly very friendly & helpful from the moment we walked into the hotel to the point we left
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really happy with the room and the staff were lovely. Breakfast was good too! We will definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Value for money. Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location walking distance from the AO arena. Breakfast was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel really central for everything
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice conveniently placed hotel right in the city centre perfect for shopping and a music show
Stayed 1 night in May 2025