Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG

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Holiday Inn Express
8.2 (6736 reviews)
Goadsby Road off Swan Street , Manchester , gb

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great city centre location
Friendly and helpful staff
Clean rooms
Cons:
Breakfast variety
Room temperature issues
Some service inconsistencies

Categories

Cleanliness
8.09
Room was very clean, but some reviews noted unpleasant odors.
Service
8.56
Staff were friendly and helpful, though there were some concerns about reception service.
Location
9.1
Great locality in the city centre, convenient for exploring.
Room Quality
7.55
Issues with room temperature and some noted small room issues.
Amenities
8.08
Good amenities, but some issues with breakfast variety and items running out.
Value for Money
8.04
Good overall value noted by several guests.
Food and Beverage
7.59
Breakfast was good but repetitive and lacked variety.
Overall Experience
8.56
Overall very positive experiences reported by guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 03:48

Property Description

Modern Rooms with City Views
The Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena offers stylish and modern rooms with stunning city views. Each air-conditioned room features a sleek bathroom, work desk, and flat-screen TV, providing a comfortable and convenient stay for guests.

Delicious Dining Options
Indulge in a satisfying dining experience at the hotel's contemporary bar, serving a variety of light snacks and drinks. Guests can also start their day right with an all-you-can-eat continental buffet breakfast, complete with fresh coffee, pastries, and a selection of hot options to fuel your day ahead.

Prime Location in Manchester
Conveniently located just 600 meters from the Manchester Arena and close to the Arndale Shopping Center, the hotel is situated in the lively Northern Quarter. With easy access to shopping, dining, and entertainment options, the Holiday Inn Express is the perfect choice for your stay in Manchester.

Book now for a memorable and enjoyable stay at Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena.

Important information:

Please note that in accordance with latest Government guidelines, food and beverage offerings have been modified with your safety in mind. Please contact the hotel for more information on 0161 836 9600.

If using Sat Nav, please use the postcode M4 5JY. The hotel is located on Goadsby Street located behind the Crowne Plaza Hotel.

No onsite car park however discounted parking available at the nearby APCOA Printworks located on 6 Shudehill, M4 4AA, at 15GBP per 24 hours. Must be pre-booked. Please contact the hotel or ask Reception on arrival for more information.

Please note, the card used to make the reservation must be presented at check-in.

Please note that if you are paying by cash, a 50GBP per room per night is required on check in as a security deposit. This will be returned to you after check-out, once the room has been inspected.

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

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 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.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Groups

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 6736 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.09
Service: 8.56
Location: 9.1
Room Quality: 7.55
Amenities: 8.08
Value for Money: 8.04
Food and Beverage: 7.59
Overall Experience: 8.56
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Amber • couple • gb
10
2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Charles • solo_traveller • gb
10
Great budget price and central location
Pros:

Modern, clean, lovely staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Hannah • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Maria • family_with_children • it
10
2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • gb
9
Fair price for what it was..BUT Saturday charges are prohibitively overpriced in comparison x
Pros:

Clean x Excellent helpful staff x Varied and ample breakfast

Cons:

Found the entrance not over easy to find ! Most probably me !

2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Chereen • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Absolutely brilliant! 🤩 Perfect location, super comfortable, great breakfast, easy access. I would definitely stay again. Thank you!!

2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Michael • family_with_children • dk
10
Perfekt til et weekendophold med udgangspunkt i fodbold og shopping. Centralt beliggende og tæt på transportmuligheder.
Pros:

Morgenmaden og beliggenheden.

2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Benjamin • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Great location and all the staff were very helpful!

2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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Marlena • family_with_children • gb
7
Cons:

Breakfast staff not cleaning tables, food was cold at breakfast,

2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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Gitte • couple • gb
7
2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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Didem • family_with_children • tr
9
Tam bir şehir merkezi oteli..
Pros:

Heryer yürüyüş mesafesinde.Tren otobüs her olanak var.Etrafında marketler,en büyük Avm ,pub,restoran ne ararsan var.Çok memnun kaldım

Cons:

Oda biraz küçük ve CAM açılmadığı için ben çok rahatsız oldum hiç temiz hava girmiyor odaya..Kahvaltı tam İngiliz kahvaltısı peynir,zeytin yok..

2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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Dilek • couple • tr
5
The rooms need renevastion
Cons:

The bed and items was very old .

2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • gb
9
2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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rudolf • family_with_children • gb
9
Pros:

Soundproof and comfortable sleep

Cons:

Nothing wrong

2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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Hannah • family_with_children • gb
10
Pros:

Clean & comfortable, easy check in and out with a lovely breakfast

2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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Gillian • solo_traveller • gb
8
Convenient for what I needed.
Pros:

Room was clean and comfortable

Cons:

Restaurant area was a bit clinical. The handle on one of the serving dishes at breakfast was loose and came away in my hand.
The coffee machine was gunged up and looked like it hadn’t been cleaned properly in ages

2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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Arwa • couple • eg
8
2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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fulvio • extended_group • it
9
2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
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Nökkvi • family_with_children • is
10
2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
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Eirini • family_with_children • nl
8
Pros:

Friendly staff and amazing location

Cons:

The hotel looks run down. From the main spaces to the rooms.

2026-03-24 • via Nuitee