The Waterside Hotel and Leisure Club

Hotels
8.2 (3944 reviews)
Morningside Drive , Manchester , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean facilities
Good amenities
Cons:
Small rooms
Lack of internet
Limited vegetarian options

Categories

Cleanliness
8.51
Generally clean and well-maintained with positive remarks about cleanliness from guests.
Service
8.98
Staff were noted as friendly and professional, providing good service throughout the stay.
Location
8.52
Conveniently located, especially for those needing proximity to the hospital and airport.
Room Quality
7.47
Several reviews mentioned rooms being small and cramped which negatively impacted the score.
Amenities
8.5
Good leisure facilities including a pool and gym were positively highlighted.
Value for Money
7.46
Some guests felt the price did not match the quality of the stay, affecting perceived value.
Food and Beverage
8.01
While breakfast was appreciated, some guests mentioned it could be better.
Overall Experience
8.18
The overall sentiment reflects satisfaction, with a few detractors keeping it from higher ratings.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 23:35

Property Description

Luxurious Riverside Retreat

Nestled on the banks of the River Mersey, the Waterside Hotel offers a serene escape just minutes from Manchester airport.

Unparalleled Leisure Facilities

Indulge in the Waterside Leisure Club's array of amenities, including pools, saunas, a well-equipped gym, and a designated BOX12 studio for fitness enthusiasts.

Gastronomic Delights and Convenient Location

Savor a diverse menu at the on-site restaurant and enjoy easy access to major motorways, Manchester city centre, and popular attractions. Book now for a perfect blend of relaxation and convenience.

Important information:

Please note that bookings of 5 rooms or more will be classed as a group booking and different policies and conditions apply. The property will contact guests directly.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    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.

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 3944 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.51
Service: 8.98
Location: 8.52
Room Quality: 7.47
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 7.46
Food and Beverage: 8.01
Overall Experience: 8.18
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Allan solo_traveller gb
7
Very nice stopover for airport, but VERY noisy.
Pros:

Location near to Manchester airport. Leisure facilities, although we didn't use them. Nice bar area serving food.

Cons:

Unfortunately there was a wedding party in the room next to the bar, and the music was SO loud - you could hear it clearly from our room. We had a really early flight the following day so needed sleep which was impossible with the noise. We asked management if there was anything they could do - they did ask DJ to turn it down but it made little difference. Music stopped at 2315, we were getting up at 0315. To be fair, we were given a partial refund.

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Ya-Hui solo_traveller gb
8
2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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Karen couple gb
10
2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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steven solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

The use of the facilities

Cons:

Couldn't get the breakfast as we were leaving early and couldn't get a refund

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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William couple gb
8
Ideal for our needs
Pros:

Great facilities and good location

Cons:

Small double is small

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Chris solo_traveller gb
9
2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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Eileen solo_traveller gb
6
2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Oona extended_group ie
6
If you’re aiming to use the gym, pool, sauna etc., you’ll love it. Aircon in the bar area is lovely. The rooms are too h
Pros:

The staff were lovely - so helpful and pleasant.
I didn’t use the leisure facilities but others in our party did and they declared them top notch.
I thoroughly recommend poached eggs on sourdough for breakfast. Not expensive and done perfectly.

Cons:

The standard double is very small. The deluxe double was spacious enough but only a few hangers behind the mirror to put your clothes and it was awkward to reach. I expected better.
There was a fan but no air con and it was hot and hard to sleep. There’s nothing the hotel can do about the exterior temperature but, again, I expected air con or a really good quiet fan.

2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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Nick couple gb
8
Gods place to stay near Manchester airport and student land
Pros:

The use of gym and pool was a real winner. The rooms were compact, but clean and well provisioned and the beds were comfortable

Cons:

More of a sports centre feel rather than a hotel

2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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Matthew extended_group gb
7
2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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Gavin solo_traveller gb
10
2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Vaz solo_traveller gb
8
Good Skype with missus
Pros:

I like the walk, and all facilities

Cons:

I didn't like how one member of staff attended me at my breakfast but, it was a minor

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Clara couple gb
2
Definitely not 3 star, very poor rooms
Pros:

Although we didn’t use the leisure facilities they looked nice

Cons:

The room was extremely tired and dated. Rusty bathroom, mirrors at weird height so you can’t see yourself, no AC, just a dusty, non working floor height fan. Iron with cap missing. Boiling hot at night.

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Gavin solo_traveller gb
10
1 night stay
Pros:

Spotlessly clean

Cons:

We checked in at 8.15pm. We went straight to the restaurant and ordered food. When we tried to order desert we were told the kitchen had closed. It closed at 9pm....this was exactly 9pm. It would have been courteous to allow us to finish our meal in full (both courses) or maybe offer to take a desert order at the same time we ordered our main courses.

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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China solo_traveller gb
2
Pros:

How clean it was and comfy it wàs

Cons:

Not being a regular member how much is it a month would love a membership

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Jack solo_traveller gb
9
2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Izabel Vieira solo_traveller br
10
2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Charles couple gb
8
Great place but ask for a king size bed!!
Pros:

Great location and fantastic facilities and staff. Food in the bar watching the football was good and really nice atmosphere

Cons:

The size of the room and more importantly the size of the bed. I might have missed it on the booking process but I am sure it didn’t say a small double bed!!

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Glyn couple gb
10
Really pleased with it. Will be visiting again if in the area.
Pros:

Breakfast was good, plenty of choice. Facilities were excellent.

Cons:

Could have done with slightly bigger bed and it was very warm in the bedroom even with the air conditioner on

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Andrew solo_traveller gb
10
2026-06-30 via Nuitee