The Alan

Hotels
8.4 (8766 reviews)
18 Princess Street , Manchester , gb

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great service
Excellent location
Spacious rooms
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Limited TV volume

Categories

Cleanliness
7.48
Some reviews mentioned issues with cleanliness, particularly in relation to the older rooms and a general concern regarding room quality.
Service
9.45
Many reviews highlighted exceptional service from staff who were friendly and helpful.
Location
8.99
The location was frequently praised as being central and convenient to various attractions.
Room Quality
7.94
Rooms were often described as spacious and comfortable, though some had outdated features.
Amenities
8.47
Amenities such as food options and 24-hour room service received positive mentions.
Value for Money
8.43
Many guests felt they received good value for their money, especially for the quality offered.
Food and Beverage
7.98
Food was generally rated positively, though there were no outstanding praises or complaints.
Overall Experience
8.45
Overall, guests enjoyed their stay and expressed satisfaction with their experiences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 03:15

Property Description

Central Location and Stunning Views
Situated in the heart of Manchester on Princess Street, The Alan offers a prime location with breathtaking city views. Explore nearby attractions like Manchester Central Library, Manchester Art Gallery, and vibrant Piccadilly Gardens effortlessly.

Modern Amenities for Comfort
Experience comfort in our air-conditioned rooms equipped with essential amenities such as a desk, kettle, and flat-screen TV. Stay connected with complimentary hi-speed Wi-Fi and relax in a private bathroom with a refreshing shower. Enjoy a restful night's sleep with our cozy bed linen and towels provided.

Delicious Breakfast Options
Start your day right with our a la carte breakfast menu featuring Alan English top picks. Indulge in a complimentary specialty coffee or tea of your choice, setting the tone for a memorable day exploring Manchester.

Book your stay at The Alan now and immerse yourself in the vibrant city life of Manchester!

Important information:

Please be advised that check-in at the hotel will only be allowed when a valid credit or debit card is presented at the desk. Please note that during check-in, the hotel will process a card pre-authorization of your full room rate for the period of your stay (on flexible rates only) plus an additional GBP 50 per night to cover any incidental charges. These funds may be held for up to 5 working days.

When booking 5 rooms or more, or 5 nights or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply. The hotel will contact you to inform you of the policies after you have booked.

Solo and Laser cards are not accepted.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

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    People 13 years old and over stay for £50 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 8766 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.48
Service: 9.45
Location: 8.99
Room Quality: 7.94
Amenities: 8.47
Value for Money: 8.43
Food and Beverage: 7.98
Overall Experience: 8.45
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Samar • extended_group • sa
10
Pros:

خياللل يابنات ونظيف غرف شرحه والاستقبال شرح يفتح النفس وشارع حيوي وترام قريب

Cons:

لايوجد الفندق فاق توقعاتي لكن لايتوفر شطاف ماء

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Michele • couple • gb
9
2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Michele • solo_traveller • gb
10
Great location for city stay. Staff are always very friendly and helpful. Large comfy clean beds.
Pros:

Great location for city stay. Staff are always very friendly and helpful. Large comfy clean beds.

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Grainger • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

The room was clean , bed was comfy and had air conditioning

Cons:

The curtains were letting the light in..didn't sleep great with the room not being dark...could do with blackout blinds

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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georgyr269 • Business
10
Short stay
Pros:

Tracey was amazing and tended to every need

2026-06-26 • via Tripadvisor
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I5826AXkevinr • Couples
8
good value and rooms
Pros:

I have stayed on several occasions and the Alan always is a good place to stay, the rooms are clean and modern but the bath filler in all the rooms i have stayed in are always broken, the breakfast is superb and the hotel could not be better sited for a visit to Manchester

2026-06-26 • via Tripadvisor
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Simran • solo_traveller • gb
10
Cons:

Breakfast wasn’t buffet

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Jones • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Ryan • couple • es
7
nice place great location
Pros:

great location and fabulous breakfast

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Jim • solo_traveller • gb
8
Great comforting hotel in a great location with a trendy vibe
Pros:

Location
Close to gay village and Chinatown
Lovely welcoming and helpful staff on reception.
Bath in the en-suite.
Great range of teas and coffees.
Spacious bedroom.
Air conditioning at the perfect comfortable and ambient temperature.

Cons:

Steps up to the entrance.
Shower could have been positioned higher.

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Ian Nicholls • solo_traveller • gb
9
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Lauren • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Optiloup • solo_traveller • lu
10
2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Cristina • extended_group • es
8
2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Alexia • couple • gb
10
2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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I5316UGcatherineb • Business
10
Gorgeous staff
Pros:

Michael and Tracy were the best!!

2026-06-23 • via Tripadvisor
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Mariya • couple • gb
7
Great hotel in an amazing location!
Pros:

Perfect location, close to the city centre. Clean rooms and great service.

Cons:

The decor could be updated a little. The more premium rooms could come with a robe, slippers etc.

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Rebekah • couple • gb
10
2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Charlotte • couple • gb
10
2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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michael • couple • gb
7
Daren on front desk and the night manager were very helpful even though there was no draught beer that night!
Pros:

Always a nice stay. Welcoming staff

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee