Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG

Overview
Goadsby St. Off Swan St., Manchester, M4 5JY United Kingdom
Call to book 1-800-219-2797
Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871
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Centrally located within easy walking distance of Piccadilly Gardens, the AO Arena and the National Football Museum, it also offers free high-speed WiFi, a complimentary buffet breakfast, a daily reception and an on-site bar/lounge, plus 100% Arabica Smart Roast coffee and an eHost online concierge.

Highlights
Free WiFi
Free buffet breakfast
Use of nearby fitness center (discount)
Offsite parking discounted rates available
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5.0
19-May-2026
"Great four night stay"

Lovely, helpful staff. Good breakfast, catered for dairy free. Room was comfortable with great shower. Great city centre location.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Sun May 10 to Thu May 14 2026 at a £106.70 average nightly rate.
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Check-In 3:00 PM - anytime

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Year of Last Renovation: 2011

Floors: 8

Rooms: 192

Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 192

Handicap Rooms: 14

Suites: 0

Room Windows: Windows Don't Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 1

Dist. to Food/Bars: 0.5 Mi

Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 0.5 Mi

Dist. to Nearest Gym: 1.0 Mi

Nightly Parking: 4.65

Total Taxes: 20.00%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Cancellation: The entire group could be cancelled without any charges 4 weeks prior to the arrival date. Upto 3 rooms could be cancelled on the day of arrival

Check-In Instructions:

  • 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, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
  • Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
  • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Check In: 3:00 PM - anytime
  • Check Out: 11:00 AM
  • Daily
  • Distance from property (meters) - 161
  • Distance from property (miles) - 0.1
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Elevator
  • Express check-out
  • Free WiFi
  • Free breakfast
  • Free buffet breakfast
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Free reception
  • LGBTQIA+ friendly
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • No accessible shuttle
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Offsite parking discounted rates available
  • Offsite parking reservations required
  • Pets not allowed
  • Professional property host/manager
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Shared microwave
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Television in common areas
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Use of nearby fitness center (discount)
  • Vending machine
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Clean Promise (IHG)

Contactless check-out is available

Essential workers only - NO

Contactless check-in is available

Free Express Start Breakfast

Have their own 100% Arabica Smart Roast Coffee

Free high-speed internet service in every room

eHost Online Concierge Service where guests can learn about hotel amenities, major airlines nearby, up-to-date local weather and even car rental services

Perfect for the business traveler on the go, Holiday Inn Express offers 24/7 hours & photocopy services

The Holiday Inn Express highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Day 1

Breakfast Federal Cafe & Bar - Australian-style cafe known for its brunch and specialty coffee - 0.2 miles
Lunch Rudy's Neapolitan Pizza - Ancoats - Authentic Neapolitan pizzeria offering a casual dining experience - 0.5 miles
Dinner Dishoom Manchester - Bombay-inspired cafe serving Indian cuisine in a vibrant setting - 0.4 miles
Activity National Football Museum - Explore the history of football through interactive exhibits and memorabilia - 0.3 miles

Day 2

Breakfast Ezra & Gil - A hip, rustic cafe known for its hearty breakfasts and specialty coffees - 0.5 miles
Lunch Mackie Mayor - A restored Victorian market hall with a range of food vendors offering global cuisines - 0.6 miles
Dinner El Gato Negro - Award-winning tapas restaurant offering Spanish dishes in a stylish setting - 0.4 miles
Activity Science and Industry Museum - Discover Manchester's industrial past and innovations in science and technology - 0.7 miles

Day 3

Breakfast Siop Shop - A doughnut shop and cafe known for its creative doughnuts and excellent coffee - 0.3 miles
Lunch Bundobust Manchester - A popular spot for Indian street food and craft beer in a casual setting - 0.5 miles
Dinner Hawksmoor Manchester - A British steakhouse known for its dry-aged steaks and seafood in an elegant setting - 0.6 miles
Activity Manchester Art Gallery - Admire a mix of contemporary and historic art in a beautiful Victorian setting - 0.8 miles

FAQs about Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3:00 PM - anytime based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG have?

There are 192 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG?

Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.

Is there a gym at Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG.

Feel free to use the Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Manchester event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Meeting Room
7 x 5 x 7 • 35 sqm.
Classroom
10
Classroom Meeting Layout
Boardroom
12
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
10
Theater Layout
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Boardroom
6 x 3 x 3 • 18 sqm.
Boardroom
12
Boardroom Meeting Space
Room Details
Our boardroom can accommodate a maximum of 12 delegates. It's ideally located in the heart of Manchester's Northern Quarter, with easy access to public transport and an open air car park available nearby at a discounted fee. This modern, contemporary space offer plenty of natural daylight and direct access to our external courtyard.
Room Type:Boardroom
Floor Level:Ground Level
Power Outlets:8
Windows:3
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
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