Holiday Inn Express Manchester - Salford Quays by IHG

Hotels
Holiday Inn Express
8.1 (6544 reviews)
Waterfront Quay, Salford , Manchester , gb

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Cleanliness concerns
Issues with room comfort

Categories

Cleanliness
7.83
Some reviews indicated concerns about bathroom cleanliness and low water pressure.
Service
8.9
Staff were consistently described as friendly and accommodating.
Location
8.74
The hotel had a great location for events such as Old Trafford.
Room Quality
7.69
Mixed feelings; some mentioned comfort issues and size for families.
Amenities
7.92
Standard amenities for the hotel tier, though some suggested room improvements.
Value for Money
7.38
Perceived as expensive relative to offered quality, especially for families.
Food and Beverage
8.13
Breakfast options were good but inconsistent for available items.
Overall Experience
8.2
Overall positive stays but with noted areas for improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 06:11

Property Description

Modern and Convenient Accommodation

Located just outside Manchester centre, Holiday Inn Express offers stylish and comfortable bedrooms with Wi-Fi access and air conditioning. Each room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, work desk, and en-suite bathroom. Some rooms even boast views of Salford Quays or Old Trafford Stadium.

Lively Lobby Bar and Waterfront Terrace

The hotel features a vibrant lobby bar that opens onto a waterfront terrace, serving a variety of beverages, snacks, and fresh coffees. It's the perfect spot to unwind after a day of exploring the city or attending events.

Inclusive Express Start Breakfast and Nearby Attractions

Guests can kickstart their day with an inclusive Express Start breakfast buffet, featuring a selection of cooked and continental options. Additionally, the hotel is conveniently located near The Lowry Centre and Salford Quays Metrolink tram stop for easy access to Manchester centre.

Book now for a memorable stay at Holiday Inn Express Manchester - Salford Quays.

Important information:


If booking a Double Room with Sofa Bed and you require the hotel to set up the extra bed, please inform the hotel via the Special Requests box during the booking process.

Pets are welcome at our hotel. An additional charge of GBP 30 per pet per stay applies. Pre-booking is essential. Please contact the hotel to check availability.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
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.

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 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • 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.
    Children up to and including 17 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.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs GBP 7 per day.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 42.86
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: Yes
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 6544 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.83
Service: 8.9
Location: 8.74
Room Quality: 7.69
Amenities: 7.92
Value for Money: 7.38
Food and Beverage: 8.13
Overall Experience: 8.2
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Geoff couple gb
7
Good for a short stay
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Pizza

2026-03-14 via Nuitee
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Fergus family_with_children ie
9
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Gareth family_with_children gb
10
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colin family_with_children gb
10
Pros:

Location was handy for assessments I was to undertake in relation to taking up a new job

Cons:

Nothing

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Michael family_with_children gb
10
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phil family_with_children gb
10
Pros:

Good hotel room service amazing food good quality service staff very attentive

Cons:

No faults

2026-03-13 via Nuitee
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Fran solo_traveller gb
10
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Kelly family_with_children gb
10
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STEPHEN couple gb
8
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Jennnifer extended_group gb
9
Better than expected
Pros:

Staff great, breakfast fabulous, area good

Cons:

Better pillows they very hard

2026-03-11 via Nuitee
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Carter couple au
9
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Delphine couple fr
10
Séjour découverte
Pros:

L accueil, l emplacement et les équipements au top ! Je recommande

2026-03-11 via Nuitee
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Gary family_with_children gb
8
Pros:

Staff were great, very helpful 👍

Cons:

Young kids running round and being noisy after 10pm

2026-03-10 via Nuitee
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Pye couple gb
9
Decent place. Would stay again.
Pros:

I was there for work over Christmas, and found the place to be really nice. Helpful staff, decent food. Room was fine, it was what I expected. Travel a lot for work. Location is where it is. You can't change that.

Cons:

Drinks over the bar were a bit pricey. Only had a few.

2026-03-10 via Nuitee
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Raffaele family_with_children it
8
Tutto bene
Pros:

Posizione, colazione e struttura

Cons:

Nulla

2026-03-10 via Nuitee
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Jeremy couple gb
8
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Ahmed family_with_children gb
8
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Mandy family_with_children gb
10
Perfect hotel and location .Will definately be staying again 🙂
Pros:

Beautiful location right on the quayside. Close to the Venue I was attending .Friendly staff, lovely hot breakfast and possibly the most comfortable bed I’ve slept in 🙂

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-10 via Nuitee
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Raffaele family_with_children it
8
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Lee family_with_children ie
8
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