a&o Manchester City Centre

2 stars out of 5
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21 Dickinson Street, Manchester City Center, Manchester, United Kingdom, M1 4LX

Highlights

Ideal location

- City-centre setting in Manchester puts Chinatown, St Peter’s Square, N...

Highly-rated bar

- Lobby bar space feels bright and spacious, gives guests a place to han...

Comfortable mattresses

Great food & dining

Great nearby transport

- Oxford Road Station, St Peter’s tram stop, Piccadilly, Piccadilly Gard...

Facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Front desk [24-hour]

Bar

Family room

Luggage storage

Pets allowed

Breakfast

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About us

Stay in the heart of Manchester City Centre at a&o Manchester City Centre — ideal for two travellers wanting easy access to nightlife, the Northern Quarter and shopping. Steps from Manchester Arndale and Arndale Market and under a 10‑minute walk from Piccadilly station, it’s perfect for exploring the city. Enjoy 24-hour room service and a stylish bar, plus express check‑in/out for swift arrivals. Rooms include free Wi‑Fi, in‑room safe and refreshing showers with quality toiletries; select rooms offer sweeping city views. Practical, central and well connected. [Some content may be Generative AI assisted. Inaccuracies may occur.]

This property is in high demand!

Booked 3 times in last 24 hr

  • Similarly, the room was of ample size and comfortable.
    Yvonne
    Malaysia
  • Staff were amazing and hotel was really good value for money
    Mohammed
    United Kingdom
  • My room was spacious with very good bathroom facilities.
    Daniel
    United Kingdom
  • Good hotel, near it all in walking distance.
    John
    Norge
  • Excellent value compared to other hotels in the area.
    Graham
    United Kingdom
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Nearest transportation options

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Manchester Oxford Road Railway Station is within 0.35 km

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Manchester Metrolink is within 0.56 km

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9.3Exceptional

Location rating score

Exceptional location - Inside city center
Popular neighborhood
  • Manchester Art Gallery
    170 m
  • Palace Theatre
    250 m
  • Manchester Town Hall
    320 m
  • The John Rylands Library
    610 m
  • Science and Industry Museum
    870 m

Closest landmarks

  • Centre for the Urban Built Environment (CUBE)
    40 m
  • Consulate of Australia
    120 m
  • Shanghai Clinic Acupuncture & Chinese Herbs
    150 m
  • Library Theatre
    150 m
  • Lesbian & Gay Foundation
    150 m

Good to know

Value for money8.5
Location rating9.3
Nearest airportManchester Airport (MAN)
Distance to airport13.3 km

Select your room

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Quadruple Room

25 m²/269 ft²
Max 4 adults
1 sofa bed and 2 single beds

9.0

Exceptional

Room comfort
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Triple Room

25 m²/269 ft²
Max 3 adults
2 single beds and 1 sofa bed
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Double Room

17 m²/183 ft²
Max 2 adults
1 double bed
Preferred by Couples

8.3

Excellent

Room comfort
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Family Room

25 m²/269 ft²
Max 4 adults
1 double bed and 1 sofa bed
Fits groups
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Twin Room for Single Use

17 m²/183 ft²
Max 1 adult
2 single beds

8.8

Excellent

Room comfort
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Twin Room

17 m²/183 ft²
Max 2 adults
2 single beds

8.5

Excellent

Room comfort
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Family Room 2 Adults 2 Children

25 m²/269 ft²
Max 2 adults
1 sofa bed and 2 single beds
Fits groups

9.2

Exceptional

Room comfort
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Accessible Standard Queen Room

25 m²/269 ft²
Max 3 adults
1 queen bed
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Superior Twin Room

25 m²/269 ft²
Max 3 adults
2 single beds
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Executive Queen Room

25 m²/269 ft²
Max 3 adults
1 double bed

Frequently asked questions

Yes, a&o Manchester City Centre provides luggage storage.

Breakfast at a&o Manchester City Centre costs 12 GBP for adults and 6 GBP for children.

Yes, a&o Manchester City Centre has non-smoking rooms.

Yes, dogs are allowed at a&o Manchester City Centre, though charges apply.

Yes, a&o Manchester City Centre has a 24-hour front desk.

Yes, a&o Manchester City Centre offers free Wi-Fi in all rooms and public areas.

You can reach a&o Manchester City Centre from Manchester Airport via taxi or public transport.

Yes, a&o Manchester City Centre has a bar.

Yes, a&o Manchester City Centre has an elevator.

Yes, a&o Manchester City Centre provides lockers.

Yes, staff at a&o Manchester City Centre speak English, French, Italian, Polish, Romanian, and Spanish.

Yes, a&o Manchester City Centre is located in Manchester city centre.

Yes, a&o Manchester City Centre has family rooms.

Yes, a&o Manchester City Centre has a shared lounge/TV area.

Check-in at a&o Manchester City Centre is from 03:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM.

Yes, a&o Manchester City Centre is close to Manchester Oxford Road Railway Station, Manchester Metrolink, and Piccadilly Railway Station.

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More about  a&o Manchester City Centre

More about a&o Manchester City Centre

a&o Manchester City Centre

See the best of Manchester with a stay at a&o Manchester City Centre, which puts you right in the city center amidst the many sights and landmarks. With its convenient location, you can easily access to the city's must-see destinations. Sampling the authentic culture of Manchester is easy with a stay at a&o Manchester City Centre, just 870 m from Science and Industry Museum.
The range of services provided by a&o Manchester City Centre ensures all travelers get the most out of their stay. Post your pictures and answer your emails whenever you want, with the hotel's free Wi-Fi internet access. While lodging at this wonderful hotel, the helpful staff at the front desk can assist you with multiple services that include express check-in or check-out and luggage storage.
Guestrooms at a&o Manchester City Centre are fitted with all the amenities travelers need. The hotel provides linen service in some rooms for the benefit of guests.
Keep your entertainment options wide, even in your room, with a range of facilities, including television available in select rooms. Knowing that bathroom amenities play an important role in increasing guests' satisfaction, the hotel provides a hair dryer, toiletries and towels in some select rooms.

Dining and things to do

Start your vacation days in the best possible way. Begin every morning of your stay with an in-house breakfast. Have fun at night with your travel companions right at the hotel's bar.
Apart from amenities and services, a&o Manchester City Centre goes the extra mile to make sure all guests make the most of their time. Have some relaxing fun with family and friends at the shared lounge and TV area.


Around the property

There are many attractions to discover within close proximity to a&o Manchester City Centre. If you're a fan, you'll want to relive the greatest sporting moments of the local team at Etihad Stadium located 2.7 km away.

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Amenities and facilities

Very good7.5

Facilities

Languages spoken
  • English
  • French
  • Italian
  • Polish
  • Romanian
  • Spanish
Internet access
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  • Internet
  • Internet services
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • Bar
  • Breakfast [buffet]
Services and conveniences
  • Elevator
  • Heating in public area
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smoking area unavailable
Cleanliness and safety
  • Cashless payment service
  • Professional-grade sanitizing services
  • Room sanitization opt-out available
  • Staff trained in safety protocol
For the kids
  • Family/child friendly
  • Family room
Access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Check-in/out [express]
  • Dog-friendly
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Front desk [24-hour]
  • Hotel chain
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pet-friendly [charges apply]
  • Pets allowed
  • Safety/security feature
  • Security [24-hour]
  • Smoke alarms
Available in all rooms
  • Blackout curtains
  • Free bottled water unavailable
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating
  • Internet access – wireless
  • Linens
  • Mirror
  • Non-smoking
  • Private bathroom
  • Private entrance
  • Shower
  • Smoke detector
  • Socket near the bed
  • Toiletries
  • Towels
  • Trash cans
  • TV
  • Wi-Fi [free]
  • Window

Food and dining

Restaurants on site
eXchange Food & Drink Lounge
  • Cuisine: International
  • Menu: Buffet

Location

21 Dickinson Street, Manchester City Center, Manchester, United Kingdom, M1 4LX

Exceptional9.3

Location

Airports
  • Manchester Airport (MAN)
    13.3 km
  • Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL)
    43.5 km
Public transportation
  • Manchester Oxford Road Railway Station
    350 m
  • Manchester Metrolink
    560 m
Hospital or clinic
  • Shanghai Clinic Acupuncture & Chinese Herbs
    150 m
Shopping
  • Manchester Arndale
    770 m
Convenience store
  • WHSmith
    660 m
Cash withdrawal
  • ATM
    90 m

What's nearby

Popular landmarks
  • Manchester Art Gallery
    170 m
  • Palace Theatre
    250 m
  • Manchester Town Hall
    320 m
  • The John Rylands Library
    610 m
  • Science and Industry Museum
    870 m
  • Manchester Cathedral
    870 m
  • National Football Museum
    970 m
  • Manchester Arena
    1.1 km
  • The Manchester Museum
    1.3 km
  • Etihad Stadium
    2.8 km
Nearby landmarks
  • Centre for the Urban Built Environment (CUBE)
    40 m
  • Consulate of Australia
    120 m
  • Shanghai Clinic Acupuncture & Chinese Herbs
    150 m
  • Library Theatre
    150 m
  • Lesbian & Gay Foundation
    150 m
  • Cyberia
    150 m
  • Chinese Herbal Centre
    160 m
  • Imperial Chinese Archway
    170 m
  • Manchester Art Gallery
    170 m
  • Chinatown
    180 m
Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

Property policies

Others
  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out
  • Check-in from: 15:00
  • Check-out until: 10:00
  • Check-in until: 23:00
Extras
  • Breakfast charge (unless included in room price): 12 GBP
The property
  • Number of floors: 4
  • Number of rooms : 100
  • Non-smoking rooms/floors: yes
  • Number of bars/lounges: 1
  • License Id / Local Tax ID/ Entity Name: GB462056211

Reviews of a&o Manchester City Centre from real guests

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8.3

Excellent

Recent ratings trend

10 most recent verified ratings received by the property

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  • 2.8
  • 7.2
  • 8.4
  • 5.6
  • 6.4
  • 9.6
  • 6.8
  • 5.6

Most recent

From 158 reviews

  • Cleanliness score 8.5 out of 10 and is a high score in Manchester
  • Facilities score 7.5 out of 10 and is a high score in Manchester
  • Location score 9.3 out of 10 and is a high score in Manchester
  • Service score 8.4 out of 10 and is a high score in Manchester
  • Value for money score 8.5 out of 10 and is a high score in Manchester

What guests liked

Summarized by AI

Location: City-centre setting in Manchester puts Chinatown, St Peter’s Square, Northern Quarter, the University campus, and plenty of food spots within easy reach. (14 mentions)

General Services: Staff are often described as friendly, welcoming, helpful, and accommodating. (14 mentions)

Nearby Transport: Oxford Road Station, St Peter’s tram stop, Piccadilly, Piccadilly Gardens bus hub, and Chorley Coach Station all sit within walking distance, with buses right outside in one review. (11 mentions)

Value for Money: Rates feel good for a central Manchester stay, and several reviews describe the hotel as budget-friendly or great value. (11 mentions)

Room Cleanliness: Rooms are often described as clean, tidy, spotless, or well maintained. (11 mentions)

Room Comfort: Rooms often feel spacious and comfortable, and several guests mention a good night’s sleep. (8 mentions)

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  1. 9.2Exceptional

    kachakul from United Kingdom
    Family with young children
    Quadruple Room
    Stayed 1 night in February 2026

    “Exceptional”

    It is a value-for-money hotel. Upon checking in early, I could check in right away, even though the official check-in time is 3 PM. I arrived at noon without any additional charge. The room was cleaned, but it might not have been done perfectly since the staff had to manage several rooms. The shower was reasonably sized, not too small but not too large either, clearly separated from the toilet. There was a small refrigerator that worked well. The hotel's location is excellent, making it easy to go anywhere and find places to eat.

    Reviewed February 21, 2026
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  2. 9.6Exceptional

    Daniel from United Kingdom
    Solo traveler
    Twin Room for Single Use
    Stayed 1 night in February 2026

    “Welcome rest”

    A good hotel in a great location which is great value. My room was spacious with very good bathroom facilities. The lobby is nice and the WiFi is good. Breakfast was plentiful and the staff friendly.

    Reviewed February 06, 2026
  3. 7.2Very good

    Hyunju from South Korea
    Solo traveler
    Twin Room for Single Use
    Stayed 3 nights in May 2026

    “Employee unkindness”

    The accommodation is decent for the price. The hygiene is also fine. There are no cups or a refrigerator in the accommodation. The breakfast was acceptable as well. However, a staff member named Maggie (who seems to be Chinese) at the reception was very unfriendly, which made my first day in Manchester unpleasant.

    Reviewed June 22, 2026
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  4. 10.0Exceptional

    Tze from Malaysia
    Couple
    Twin Room
    Stayed 2 nights in July 2026

    “Perfect”

    - close to Chinatown and city - Tesco express is nearby (around 5 min walks) - very close to Oxford road station - Piccadilly station is around 20 min walks - AC provided - friendly staff, a very smooth check in - room is very spacious It was a very pleasant stay, and will definitely recommend to anyone who is coming to Manchester

    Reviewed July 31, 2026
  5. 9.6Exceptional

    Tom from United Kingdom
    Solo traveler
    Twin Room for Single Use
    Stayed 1 night in May 2026

    “Last minute booking for gig and parade”

    I was in Manchester on Bank Holiday Monday for a Pixies gig and the City trophies parade, deciding not to endure the M6 traffic from North Lancs I booked the hotel last minute. Great location, a few minutes walk from Oxford Road Station and about a minute from St Peter's Square. I found the staff to be friendly and helpful and the lobby/bar area looked bright and spacious. My room (which was a twin) was clean and comfortable with a decent TV with good storage space It was described as a budget hotel and there was no kettle , but as I wasn't in my room much it wasn't really an issue. The only real issue with the room was that the toilet was a bit 'pokey' and was seperate to the bathroom. Others have mentioned limited breakfast choices, I felt it was fine, the usual cooked options plus bread, cheese, ham , cereals, yoghurt etc..(there were also pancakes which only noticed as I was leaving). The price was very reasonable for a City centre hotel (I think I paid less than £60 for B+B ). I would happily stay again at that price.

    Reviewed May 26, 2026
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