Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG

3.0 star property

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Exterior
Free daily buffet breakfast
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Restaurant
Property amenity

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping

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)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Sofa)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(99 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Wheelchair)

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

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(49 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG

Along with a bar/lounge, this smoke-free hotel has a snack bar/deli and a microwave in a common area. Free buffet breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and a free manager's reception are also provided. Additionally, dry cleaning, a 24-hour front desk and express check-out are on-site.
Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG offers 192 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. A pillow menu is available. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the free breakfast at Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Piccadilly Gardens. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and a free manager's reception, plus a bar.
  • Free buffet breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
  • Within a 15-minute walk of National Football Museum and AO Arena
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.

This 3-star Manchester hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free buffet breakfast daily from 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM. The hotel hosts a free manager's reception daily.

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 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

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
  • 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

More

  • 8 floors
  • Smoke-free property

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

  • 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.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

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.

  • Off site parking fee: GBP 19.00 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

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, 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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. The credit card used when booking the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo ID. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival.
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

  • Up to 2 children aged 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).

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Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 628 out of 1266 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 385 out of 1266 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 177 out of 1266 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1266 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1266 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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10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location, nice rooms which were clean and modern.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Niklas

Room was good, and the view was wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless, everyone was courteous and the breakfast wws a great day starter each morning
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, polite staff and breakfast was great plenty to choose from
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laszlo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, good for short trips
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location perfect ,close to everything and easy access to public transportation. Staff very helpful, did everything to make our stay as pleasant as possible and succeeded.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel was spotless, comfy bed and super attentive staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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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
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10/10 Excellent

jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room spotless. Staff helpful. Great location would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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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
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8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location, clean and modern Hotel. Welcoming staff…../
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Lovely hotel, nice and clean room, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

tony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very clean nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms were clean and cosy. Breakfast was good variety and nice dining space.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff friendly clean room comfy bed plenty of toiletries in bath room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, friendly staff good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff are very welcoming there our room was good value and also breakfast was nice definitely stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

Kerry

Liked: Amenities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room clean , Staff great, breakfast good 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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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
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8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly, welcoming staff, warm comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nick

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