Holiday Inn - the niu, Loom Manchester North by IHG

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Holiday Inn Hotels & Resorts
8.7 (5812 reviews)
2 Irish Town Way , Manchester , gb

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Clean rooms
Great food options
Cons:
Pillows too firm
Noise from outside
Some amenities not meeting expectations

Categories

Cleanliness
8.48
Multiple reviews noted cleanliness was good, but one mentioned the room was a bit small and not fully soundproof.
Service
9.15
Numerous reviews praised the friendly and helpful staff, contributing positively to the service rating.
Location
8.99
Good feedback on the location being close to transport and city attractions.
Room Quality
8.14
Some complaints about pillows and bed comfort negatively affected the score.
Amenities
8.67
General satisfaction with offered amenities, but some guests pointed out minor issues.
Value for Money
8.73
Overall, guests felt they received good value, though some meals didn't meet expectations.
Food and Beverage
8.58
Breakfast options were generally praised, but some specific items were found lacking.
Overall Experience
8.85
Guests expressed overall satisfaction with their stay, even considering minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-19 02:55

Property Description

Modern Comfort and Convenience

The niu Loom, nestled in Manchester just 2.1 km from Manchester Arena, offers a stylish and comfortable stay. The 3-star hotel boasts air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, a shared lounge, private parking, a restaurant, and a bar. Each room features a flat-screen TV, a safety deposit box, and cozy bed linen and towels, ensuring a relaxing retreat.

Delicious Dining Options

Start your day with a delightful breakfast at the niu Loom, where you can choose from a buffet spread, continental classics, or vegetarian dishes. Whether you're a foodie or looking for a quick bite, the hotel caters to all tastes and preferences.

Multilingual Assistance and Nearby Attractions

With staff fluent in Welsh, Greek, English, and French, guests can expect top-notch service and assistance throughout their stay. Explore nearby attractions like the Greater Manchester Police Museum and John Rylands Library, making your visit both convenient and enriching.

Experience comfort, convenience, and exceptional service at the niu Loom. Book your stay now for a memorable Manchester getaway.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: MAN

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs GBP 10 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    People no matter the age stay for £25 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 5812 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.48
Service: 9.15
Location: 8.99
Room Quality: 8.14
Amenities: 8.67
Value for Money: 8.73
Food and Beverage: 8.58
Overall Experience: 8.85
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Ray • solo_traveller • gb
5
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Luca • solo_traveller • it
10
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Gary • solo_traveller • gb
10
Very good would stay again
Pros:

Smart , clean friendly

Cons:

Food offering for evening meals limited
Breakfast really good

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Hashmi • couple • gb
10
Plz. It big beds
Pros:

Beds were very small

Cons:

Rest ok

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Pauline • couple • gb
10
Comfortable and great value
Pros:

Everything, clean comfortable, great staff, ideal location for my trip

Cons:

No night light in the bathroom

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Priestman • couple • gb
8
Convenient and well thought through for a very good rest
Pros:

Clean modern rooms

Cons:

The breakfast

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Katrina • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Dominic • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Like staying in an expensive boutique hotel but at budget prices.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Naila • family_with_children • gb
9
Friendly and caring staff
Pros:

Good location for conference we were visiting
Nice and quiet room - end of corridor, did over look car park but no noise
Air con!!!!

Staff on reception - 2 Ukraine young men very polite, helpful and respectful. Guy at breakfast very caring over guests .
Thank you for calling me about left laptop !

Cons:

Fit for purpose
No complaints

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Lewis • extended_group • gb
6
Not bad, but for price you expect a little more
Pros:

Beds super comfy, staff friendly and polite

Cons:

The cost to park car at the venue. Ridiculous

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Mags • solo_traveller • gb
10
I would stay here again
Pros:

New modern clean

Cons:

Not as many facilities or food choices

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Ashleigh • couple • gb
10
Perfect, would definitely stay again
Pros:

Lovely staff
Fast check in
Reasonable prices in the bar

Cons:

Nothing we didnt like, everything was great

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Steven • couple • gb
8
Hand for coop live but missing a trick with bar
Pros:

Location

Cons:

A large number of guests were there for shows at coop live, when returning to hotel at around 11.30 bar is closed and can only take drinks to room, 1 chair in room - who wants to sit on bed drinking? Bar should be able to sit in a consume drinks bought with other people

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • gb
9
Value for money,clean comfortable,very friendly staff,good breakfast,ample parking,good location
Pros:

Location was very good for the coop live with good transport options the metro was a 2 minute walk from the hotel and a couple of stops into the city centre. Hotel was very clean and comfortable,staff were very friendly and helpfull giving us good advice on travel and the area, breakfast had a very good choice with plenty to eat and fresh coffee,parking if you are a member is £5 a night with plenty of space to park very pleased with the hotel and will definetly stay there again.

Cons:

Nothing really.

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Antoni • couple • gb
8
2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

There's nothing to dislike

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Andy • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Great location next to Queens road tram stop. Minutes from Manchester Market Street.
Hotel is clean and staff are great. Have stopped here on a number of occasions and are never disappointed.
We will be back

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • gb
7
Cons:

We arrived back at 22.30 to have a final drink at the bar, but it was closed. We asked the guy at reception but he said they’d already started cleaning up. He seemed to not care less……

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Philip • couple • gb
8
Staff were very friendly and helpful, rooms were clean.
2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Nicole • couple • gb
10
Great property. Very clean & the staff were lovely. Highly recommend if you’re going to the Etihad Stadium or Co op
Pros:

Location was excellent for the Co op Live.

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee