Hotels in Manchester

Staying in Manchester

Manchester is a major city in the north of England, known for its two football clubs, its music scene and an industrial past converted into leisure districts. For a Moroccan traveller it is a practical destination: the airport is linked to the centre by tram and train, the city is compact and halal food is plentiful. Hotels cluster in the centre, with many modern chains and aparthotels, leaving a wide choice, including for families and longer stays.

The city centre is the simplest choice: everything is done on foot or by tram, between the big stores, the Northern Quarter with its cafés, and the railway stations. On match weekends, hotels near the stadiums and in the centre fill up fast, as they do for major concerts. The climate is mild but often rainy whatever the season: a hotel close to a tram stop makes getting around more comfortable. Consider aparthotels too if you are staying several days or travelling as a family.

Where to stay in Manchester

• The city centre (Piccadilly, Deansgate)

  The commercial heart and the widest choice of hotels, within walking distance of the railway stations and tram stops. Ideal for a first stay or a short weekend.

• Northern Quarter

  A creative district of cafés, independent shops and murals. A young, lively atmosphere, sometimes noisy in the evening: best for travellers who like to go out.

• Salford Quays and MediaCityUK

  Redeveloped docks with modern hotels, museums and waterside walks, a few tram stops from the centre and close to the Old Trafford stadium. Quieter and practical with a family.

• Rusholme and the south (Curry Mile)

  Along Wilmslow Road, a long run of halal restaurants and grocers, near the universities. Fewer hotels, but affordable addresses and good bus links to the centre.

Good to know before you book

• Check the match and concert calendar before choosing your dates: hotels in the centre and near the stadiums fill up quickly on those days.
• Plan a hotel near a tram stop or Piccadilly station if you intend to reach Old Trafford, Salford Quays or the airport without a car.
• For a stay of several days, an aparthotel with a kitchen makes family meals easier and lets you make the most of the city's many halal grocers.

Questions about Manchester

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