Velvet Hotel Manchester, WorldHotels Crafted

Hotels
WorldHotels Crafted Collection
9 (2930 reviews)
2 Canal Street , Manchester , gb

Facilities

Nightclub
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Generous breakfast
Beautiful hotel
Cons:
Misleading room photos
Noise from nightlife
Cleanliness issues
Unresolved billing concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
8
Room condition described as grubby and dark, indicating cleanliness issues.
Service
10
Staff were friendly and accommodating but had limited control over noise complaints.
Location
9.5
Conveniently located near the train station and attractions, though noise from nightlife was noted.
Room Quality
8.5
Good quality in newer rooms, but some felt disappointed by outdated accommodations.
Amenities
9
Continental breakfast was generous, but bistro closure was an inconvenience.
Value for Money
8.5
Issues with charges for unutilized items detracted from perceived value.
Food and Beverage
9
Good breakfast selection; service provides solid quality for this category.
Overall Experience
9.5
Despite some challenges, overall positive experience with intent to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 09:23

Property Description

Luxurious Rooms and Amenities
Experience the epitome of luxury at Velvet Hotel with stunning rooms featuring contemporary décor, flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and modern bathrooms with luxury toiletries. Indulge in the fully-stocked minibar and enjoy a light continental breakfast delivered to your room each morning.

Dining Experience at Velvet Brasserie
Savor classic British cuisine at Velvet Brasserie located on the lower ground floor, offering an extensive drinks list including cocktails, wines, beers, and spirits. Enjoy outdoor dining in warm weather and explore the vibrant bars and restaurants of Manchester’s Northern Quarter within walking distance.

Lively Lounge Bar with Live DJs
Unwind at Velvet Lounge Bar with live DJs on weekends, offering a range of drinks in a trendy and relaxed atmosphere. With its central location on Canal Street and proximity to Piccadilly Rail Station, Velvet Hotel is the perfect choice for your Manchester stay. Book now for an unforgettable experience.

Important information:

Please note that construction work is going on nearby and some rooms may be affected by noise.

The cancelation deadline is 15:00 (see the 'Cancelation' section for day).

Guests booking Party Packages may experience noise at night due to loud music played at the bar.

Upon check-in you will need to provide a payment card for pre-authorization for the room rate, plus an additional GBP 200 and a photo ID. Cash payments/deposits cannot be accepted.

Please note, the property may contact you after the reservation is made to provide payment information and instructions for check-in.

While Velvet Hotel does it's best to minimize noise disruption, due to it's location in Manchester’s Gay Village, some external noise is unavoidable during busier periods (including Tuesday, Friday and Saturday evenings). The hotel reception can provide ear plugs on request.

Village Brasserie is currently closed for refurbishment works. The hotel reception can provide alternative restaurant recommendations. Velvet Bar remains open for drinks only.

Upon check-in you will need to provide a payment card for pre-authorization for the room rate, plus an additional GBP 100 and a photo ID, when booking suites this is GBP 200.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
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

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 2930 reviews
Cleanliness: 8
Service: 10
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 8.5
Amenities: 9
Value for Money: 8.5
Food and Beverage: 9
Overall Experience: 9.5
C
Chris couple gb
10
Great location, amazing rooms, staff were fab
Pros:

Great location, amazing rooms, staff were fab

2026-05-09 via Nuitee
K
Kacper couple gb
10
Pros:

Helpful staff, lovely rooms, close to shops, pubs etc

Cons:

Can’t fault a single thing, excellent

2026-05-07 via Nuitee
G
Guðmundur couple is
10
Very friendly staff and a great room and relaxed vibes
Pros:

Room was very spacious and bathroom and bathtub was great

Cons:

Not much

2026-05-06 via Nuitee
M
Magali extended_group fr
8
Pros:

Chambre bien aménagée, lit très confortable. Personnel très sympathique
La chambre est bien insonorisée, elle donnait pourtant sur la rue qui est très animée en week end.
L'emplacement est parfait à proximité de la gare (moins de 10 min à pied) et du centre ville.

Cons:

Le seul bémol est le petit déjeuner qui est servi en chambre car travaux dans la partie brasserie. Sauf erreur ce n'était pas mentionné à la réservation. De ce fait, pas de salé comme c'est souvent le cas dans les hôtels Anglais.

2026-05-06 via Nuitee
E
eth_0412 Couples
8
Good Overall Experience
Pros:

We stayed for 1 night at the Velvet. And got a great deal through Expedia. Overall a good experience, and would return, just a few slight issues.

Staff are very welcoming and check in was made that more special with being offered a glass of prosecco on arrival.

The room was well furnished and great to have a four poster bed. All your usual mod cons of coffee machine, large TV were all provided.

The only trouble we did have two-fold. During the night we the room developed a ticking sound which did cause one of us to not have the best night sleep. In the light of day this turned out to be a water leak dripping from the upstairs room through the ceiling and on top the coffee station. It was wet through. We notified reception and thanked us for letting them know.
After checking out we received an email mentioning i was to be charged £13 from the pre-auth. Apparently we'd had snacks from the mini bar. We hadn't. We mentioned it to reception, and I received an email from the manager apologising for the mistake and i was issued a refund.

2026-05-05 via Tripadvisor
P
Patrick couple gb
10
Pros:

Absolutely amazing the room was so comfortable and cozy

Cons:

Nothing to dislike

2026-05-05 via Nuitee
J
Joe couple gb
10
2026-05-05 via Nuitee
B
Brown solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

The room was amazing but just needed a bit more ventilation.

Cons:

It was too hot when sleeping.

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
P
Patrick couple gb
10
2026-05-04 via Nuitee
M
Michelle solo_traveller de
3
Disappointing
Pros:

Changed room 4 times due to various issues including no safe in the room, the air conditioning didn’t work and the room was 27 degrees. The restaurant was not open (which was not stated in the details) so you had to have breakfast in your room and consisted of cornflakes. The hotel was extremely disappointing

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
K
Katarzyna solo_traveller pl
10
2026-05-04 via Nuitee
E
Euan solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Room was lovely, everything worked. Bathroom very clean and luxurious. Reception surprised me with a birthday glass of wine and some fruit/cake/macaroons which was fab ❤️

Will definitely come again!

Cons:

Nothing in particular, not sure if it was me but Room 22 had a plug next to the lamp which didn't seem to hold my charger (above the bedside table on the right facing TV) so just had to use the lower one, otherwise perfect!

2026-05-03 via Nuitee
K
Kiamawete couple gb
1
2026-05-02 via Nuitee
B
Ben couple gb
10
Pros:

Location, styling and decor, welcoming staff. Clean,

2026-05-02 via Nuitee
N
Negin solo_traveller gb
1
Overpriced and disappointing, with poor cleanliness, hidden extra costs, and underwhelming amenities despite a great loc
Pros:

The location of Velvet Hotel Manchester, WorldHotels Crafted was convenient and central, with easy access to nearby shops, restaurants, and transport links.

Cons:

Unfortunately, the cleanliness was extremely poor. The windows were visibly dirty, and the glasses provided in the room were filthy, which made the stay feel unhygienic and uncomfortable. Considering the high price, this was unacceptable.
Additionally, we were required to pay a £200 deposit for the minibar on top of the room cost, which was not mentioned at the time of booking. This lack of transparency felt unprofessional. The minibar itself contained only a few small alcoholic drinks, which was very disappointing. Given the limited selection and the apparent pricing, it felt excessively overpriced and poor value for money.

2026-05-01 via Nuitee
Þrastardóttir couple is
10
2026-04-29 via Nuitee
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Radek solo_traveller cz
10
2026-04-29 via Nuitee
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Scott couple gb
8
2026-04-27 via Nuitee
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kaci <3 couple gb
9
2026-04-27 via Nuitee
S
Shauna solo_traveller au
7
Pros:

Good location close to everything

2026-04-27 via Nuitee