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Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG

Property class: 3
3-star hotel near National Football Museum

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A modern dining area with tables and chairs, large windows, and a patterned wall.
A modern hotel building with a prominent sign for Holiday Inn Express.
An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by large windows and planters with greenery.
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, and a large window offering a city view.
A hotel reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a blue sofa, and a small round table.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Goadsby St Off Swan St, Manchester, England, M4 5JY
  • Place, Piccadilly Gardens
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, AO Arena
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Canal Street
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manchester (MAN)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room (Free Hot Breakfast)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a lamp, and a TV.

Standard Room (Free Hot Breakfast)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with SofaBed, Free Hot Breakfast)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with SofaBed, Free Hot Breakfast)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(114 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Free Hot Breakfast)

A modern bathroom with black and white tiles, a shower with a handheld showerhead, a towel rack, and two sinks.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Free Hot Breakfast)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (Free Hot Breakfast)

A hotel room with two beds, each with white linens and pillows, and two wall-mounted lamps.

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (Free Hot Breakfast)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(56 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a blue armchair, a desk with a chair, and a large window with curtains.

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(38 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 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)

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a blue armchair, a desk with a chair, and a large window with curtains.

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with a view of the city.

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free hot breakfast)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Manchester

City center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Manchester City Centre hotel, you'll find National Football Museum and AO Arena. Canal Street and University of Manchester are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • National Football Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Piccadilly Gardens - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • AO Arena - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Deansgate - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Canal Street - 11 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Shudehill Station - 4 min walk
  • Manchester Victoria Station - 8 min walk
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lower Turks Head - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cafe North - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Terrace - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bar Fringe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Angel Pub - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG

3-star hotel near National Football Museum
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG.

  • 192 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 0.1 miles (GBP 21 per day); reservations required; discounts available

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Low-height bed
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Low-height desk
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Offsite parking fee: GBP 21 per day (0.1 mi away)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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.
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, cash, mobile payments, Google Pay, and Apple Pay. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena an IHG Hotel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG is 10.6 mi (23-min drive) away from the Manchester Airport (MAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Nov 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG on Nov 15, 2026 start from CA $99, 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.

Does Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG does not have a pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG to downtown Manchester?

Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG is 0.6 mi away from Manchester.

Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 703 out of 1411 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 425 out of 1411 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 189 out of 1411 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 1411 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1411 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

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Great place to stay, Breakfast was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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A good stay and central location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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All good - clean, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good stay, better than I expected to be honest !!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was clean and well maintained, staff friendly and breakfast fairly standard for what you pay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent stay, definitely will be using again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, lovely staff, nice breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Quick and easy to check in would definitely stay here again, the breakfast buffet had a choice choice and efficiently organised
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely and clean. Very reasonably priced for the location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room easy to check in staff polite
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was within walking distance of a lot of things. Room was clean & breakfast was tasty.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location & would definitely use again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Good breakfast and cheerful stuff member
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay the staff were really helpful and made everything easy. It was simple to get in and out of our room, and the location was great with a 24-hour shop nearby, which came in handy. Overall, a comfortable and convenient experience!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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The location is good and it is walk distance to shopping mall and other sightseeing spots. Just a few minutes walk you can have a beer in a pub around.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay and near everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I had a great stay. When I got to the room there was a problem with the pull out coach but they quickly upgraded me to another room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall it was a good experience, thanks
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff on front desk were helpful. Breakfast very good. Staff courteous and efficient. Overall highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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4/10 Poor

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It was located well. The hotel was very very clean. My only problem was hard pillows and uncomfortable bed and a tv that had settings in Spanish so you couldn’t put subtitles on it
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay, room immaculate, friendly and helpful staff!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central location, an ideal base for a quick visit to Manchester
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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Nice hotel.staf great clean rooms and every one friends fly only bad thing was the so called scrambled egg for breakfast not sure but seemed like they using powered as was so dry .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026