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a&o Manchester City Centre

Property class: 3
Family-friendly 3-star hotel near Canal Street

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Lobby sitting area
A buffet area with a glass display case, wooden counter, pendant lights, and a view of the outside through large windows.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

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21 Dickinson Street, Manchester, England, M1 4LX
  • Place, Canal Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Manchester Central Convention Complex
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Piccadilly Gardens
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manchester (MAN)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

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Twin Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • 178 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Twin Room Single Use

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 178 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(65 reviews)
  • 178 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Family Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Manchester

City center stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Manchester City Centre hotel, you'll find Canal Street and Piccadilly Gardens. Etihad Stadium and Old Trafford are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Canal Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • St. Peter's Square - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Manchester Central Convention Complex - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Manchester Palace Theatre - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Piccadilly Gardens - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • St Peters Square Station - 4 min walk
  • Manchester Manchester Oxford Road Station - 5 min walk
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Paramount (Wetherspoon) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Fumo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Blank Street Coffee - ‬2 min walk

About this property

a&o Manchester City Centre

Family-friendly 3-star hotel near Canal Street
As a guest of a&o Manchester City Centre, you'll find multilingual staff, express check-out, and a television in a common area. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge.

This 3-star Manchester hotel is smoke free.

  • 164 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
A&o Manchester City Centre offers 164 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. This Manchester hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Games
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower

More

  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 13
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 13
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 13 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: GBP 1.20 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 13 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 13 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 13 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Manchester Novotel
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Frequently asked questions

How close is a&o Manchester City Centre to the airport?

A&o Manchester City Centre is 8.8 mi (18-min drive) away from the Manchester Airport (MAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at a&o Manchester City Centre?

As of Oct 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at a&o Manchester City Centre on Nov 1, 2026 start from $73, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does a&o Manchester City Centre have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at a&o Manchester City Centre.

Does a&o Manchester City Centre offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at a&o Manchester City Centre, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at a&o Manchester City Centre?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at a&o Manchester City Centre?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in costs GBP 13 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at a&o Manchester City Centre?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does a&o Manchester City Centre have a pool?

A&o Manchester City Centre does not have a pool.

Does a&o Manchester City Centre have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is a&o Manchester City Centre to downtown Manchester?

A&o Manchester City Centre is 0.2 mi away from Manchester.

a&o Manchester City Centre Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 440 out of 1044 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 309 out of 1044 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 175 out of 1044 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 67 out of 1044 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 1044 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing place, good place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good location, clean rooms and i was able to get an early check in!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay, thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, room very comfortable, staff very helpful. Good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Fab location, great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and value for money...would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff were very helpful, check in was quick no complaints.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Large room with everything you'd need for a city stay, in a great location moments from St. Peter's Square.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel right in the heart of Manchester city centre. The location was perfect for getting around on foot, and the staff were genuinely friendly and welcoming. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent value for money and the staff went above and beyond to help us as much as possible
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely econmey hotel in very convenient location
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location only 6 minutes from Oxford Street Station.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Basic, cheap, well located and clean. I would stay again. If you just need a clean room, then this is the hotel for you.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Very nice room bargain for the price paid
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and wonderful quality rooms
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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The room was very clean and we'll presented. It was relatively easy to check in and it was great for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location, pleasant staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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Nice and spacious room at a very reasonable price. Location is pretty good. Had a nice stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Staff were super nice and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Hotel was brilliant, couldn’t fault the rooms or the staff Breakfast was very limited but what was provided was good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Stop over for a concert, staff were really friendly and very helpful. Well located in Manchester City centre so easy access to the city and public transport. Breakfasts - a bit plain but ok otherwise. Recommend over many other budget accommodation, beds comfy and rooms are a nice size.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Was a good experience for the price, clean, comfy and central would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Very convenient central location. Comfy bed. No frills but very quiet given the location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Super convenient location. Clean and neat hotel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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good value
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026