a&o Manchester City Centre

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with a restaurant, 3-minute walk to Manchester Palace Theatre

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Daily buffet breakfast (GBP 12 per person)
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Front of property
Shower, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

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, Deansgate
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manchester (MAN)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

Twin Room

  • 178 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Twin Room Single Use

  • 178 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

Double Room

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

Quadruple Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Family Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Manchester

Located in Manchester City Centre, a&o Manchester City Centre is within a 5-minute walk of popular attractions such as Manchester Palace Theatre and Canal Street. This 164-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, 24-hour room service, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Canal Street - 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
  • Deansgate - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • St Peters Square Station - 4 min walk
  • Manchester Manchester Oxford Road Station - 5 min walk
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Paramount (Wetherspoon) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Don Giovanni - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Old Monkey - ‬2 min walk

About this property

a&o Manchester City Centre

Family-friendly hotel with a restaurant, 3-minute walk to Manchester Palace Theatre
Guests of a&o Manchester City Centre enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a computer station, and free newspapers. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include laundry facilities, a banquet hall, and a TV in a common area.
Guests can expect free WiFi and TVs with satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include sitting areas, coffee makers, and safes. Housekeeping is available 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 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bar
  • Breakfast Room

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Games
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Pay movies
  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 13 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

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

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • 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

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

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, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • 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

Is free cancellation available at a&o Manchester City Centre?

A&o Manchester City Centre provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of Feb 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at a&o Manchester City Centre on Feb 19, 2026 start from $51.1, excluding 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.

What's there to do within easy reach of a&o Manchester City Centre?

This hotel is situated in Manchester City Centre, just steps from Manchester Palace Theatre, and within a 10-minute walk of Canal Street and Piccadilly Gardens. You'll also find Deansgate and Manchester Arndale less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at a&o Manchester City Centre?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does a&o Manchester City Centre include a casino at the property?

No, a&o Manchester City Centre doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at a&o Manchester City Centre?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about a&o Manchester City Centre?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like around-the-clock room service as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Does a&o Manchester City Centre have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does a&o Manchester City Centre feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, a&o Manchester City Centre serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Breakfast Room.

Will a&o Manchester City Centre allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at a&o Manchester City Centre for a fee of GBP 13 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at a&o Manchester City Centre?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

How far is the airport from a&o Manchester City Centre?

The closest major airport to a&o Manchester City Centre is Manchester Airport (MAN), which is 8.9 mi away (22 minutes by car). Another top airport is John Lennon Airport (LPL), which is around 27.1 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at a&o Manchester City Centre?

No, at a&o Manchester City Centre, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

a&o Manchester City Centre Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 514 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 332 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 96 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1004 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
-
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Large spotless room, excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Milly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Elliot

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything good. USB ports next to bed didnt work though which was frustrating
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Linda

Business traveler
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Disappointing quality for a Novotel

Room carpet and curtains were dusty an didn’t give a clean appearance. Very outdated facilities, such as bathroom and separate WC. The usb charging plug did not work. Very limited breakfast options for gluten and lactose intolerance. No Lactose free yoghurt, for example.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudio

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I travel from Malta to Manchester frequently, and I always choose the Novotel Manchester Centre for my accommodation. It is centrally located, the room rates per night are very reasonable, the staff are friendly, and the rooms are always clean and tidy. Breakfast is also good and includes a lot of items. Highly recommended for those traveling with family, especially children.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rylan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay with my partner was amazing here, would definitely recommend to anyone interested. Will be staying again in the future for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicholas

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Tired
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jimena

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Walkable and the size of the rooms . Beds so comfortable also and great breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kieran

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were helpful, friendly, cracked a joke, was even able to get into a nicer room, really good value too, would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Weiqiang

Business traveler

poor wifi

You are very poor WiFi coverage connection keep drop....
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

joseph

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michael, Madrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Centric. Convenient
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Business traveler
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Adnan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025