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a&o Manchester City Centre

Property class: 3

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Lobby lounge
Exterior
Lobby sitting area
A buffet area with a glass display case, wooden counter, pendant lights, and a view of the outside through large windows.
1 bedroom, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$103
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept

Explore the area

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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)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi

Twin Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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1 bedroom, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi

Twin Room Single Use

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Double Room

Double Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(49 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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1 bedroom, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi

Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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1 bedroom, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi

Family Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Manchester

A family-friendly stay in the heart of Manchester awaits you at a&o Manchester City Centre. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find popular attractions like Piccadilly Gardens and University of Manchester. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .Breakfast Room is the hotel's own lobby lounge. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and multilingual staff. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .Attractions within a 20-minute walk of this 3-property class Manchester City Centre hotel include Deansgate and AO Arena.

What's nearby

  • Canal Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Manchester Central Convention Complex - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Manchester Palace Theatre - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Piccadilly Gardens - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Deansgate - 7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Paramount (Wetherspoon) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Waterhouse - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Central Library Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬2 min walk

About this property

a&o Manchester City Centre

As a guest of a&o Manchester City Centre, you'll find multilingual staff, a television in common area, and a lift. 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)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
A&o Manchester City Centre offers 164 accommodations with a hairdryer and free 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 baths or showers. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Breakfast Room

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Games
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Smoking not allowed

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
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

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: from approximately GBP 12 for adults and from GBP 6 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 13 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 all 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

Novotel Hotel Manchester Centre
Novotel Manchester Centre
Accor Manchester Centre
Manchester Novotel
Novotel Manchester Centre Hotel Manchester
Novotel Manchester Centre Hotel
Novotel Manchester Manchester
Novotel Manchester Centre Hotel
Novotel Manchester Centre Manchester
Novotel Manchester Centre Hotel Manchester

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at a&o Manchester City Centre?

A&o Manchester City Centre offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 25 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at a&o Manchester City Centre on 6 Sept 2026 start from AU$103, 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 serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet brekkie is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at a&o Manchester City Centre?

No, a&o Manchester City Centre does not offer an airport shuttle service.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

a&o Manchester City Centre Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 488 out of 1089 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 328 out of 1089 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 163 out of 1089 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 1089 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 1089 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Beau

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and wonderful quality rooms
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Thorey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

jane

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

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a good experience for the price, clean, comfy and central would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice friendly staff, hotel ideal positioned in the city centre
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was excellent and central to Manchester, staff friendly and clean hotel all over. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, clean and quiet room, friendly helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ravi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and property in general. Good facilities, great location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff, good location. Breakfast ok
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tabitha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect thanks, and great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Owais

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were polite and i had a good experience.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
spacious room lots of lights huge shower with nice bathroom, would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, lovely room, quiet and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Juliette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, the staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dr Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room - large - decent bed (lack of pillows a slight negative - Good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal location and a lovely bar area
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Connor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for a last minute cheap stay. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Easy and friendly check-in, nice room, good location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Polly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very clean, attentive staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, yummy breakfast, good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Jason

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice, could have been cleaner. Carpet was grubby, but overall good value for money for a budget hotel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

ZHICHAO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is excellent, very close to everything, and the place is very clean. The only downside was the experience with the guests upstairs constantly walking heavily around their room for long periods, which was extremely noisy and unpleasant.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room - Central - Comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Helen Elizabeth Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were very welcoming & helpful at check-in and throughout our stay. Our room was clean and comfortable. The overall atmosphere of the place was great, as were the amenities. Breakfast was nice, plenty of choice, I appreciated there being vegetarian options. We would recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

DANIEL

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
No room coffee Basic clean room in the annex
Stayed 1 night in May 2026