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The Alan

4.0 star property

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

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18 Princess Street, Manchester, England, M1 4LG
  • Place, Piccadilly Gardens
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Canal Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Deansgate
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manchester (MAN)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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Classic Double Double | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Classic Double Double

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 365 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Classic | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Classic

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(87 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Signature | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Signature

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Deluxe | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Signature Deluxe

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Signature Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Signature Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Manchester

Located in Manchester City Centre, The Alan is within a 5-minute walk of Canal Street and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Piccadilly Gardens. This 137-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Manchester City Hall - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Piccadilly Gardens - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Canal Street - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Manchester Central Convention Complex - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Deansgate - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • St Peters Square Station - 2 min walk
  • Manchester Manchester Oxford Road Station - 7 min walk
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪200 Degrees Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Gallery Café - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Waterhouse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Old Monkey - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Alan

The Alan features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and express check-out. Offsite parking is available for a fee. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with concierge services, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. This smoke-free hotel also has a reception hall.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Sitting areas, refrigerators, and coffee makers are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour offsite parking (GBP 30 per day); discounts available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 17 for adults and GBP 17 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • Dine at The Alan
  • Drink at The Alan

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Coworking space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 steps to reach entrance
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator (40 inch wide door)
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways (36 inches high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (40 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 7 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1877
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with 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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 50 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: GBP 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • 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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 17.00 for adults and GBP 17.00 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 30 per day(525 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 50 per night

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay, Apple Pay, and PayPal
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers discounted parking nearby.

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, debit cards, and mobile payments. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Mobile payment options include: Google Pay, Apple Pay, and PayPal.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • 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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Arora Hotel
Princess St. Hotel previously Arora Hotel
Arora Manchester
Arora Manchester Hotel
Hotel Arora
Hotel Arora Manchester
Manchester Arora
Manchester Arora Hotel
Manchester Hotel Arora
Arora International Hotel Manchester
Manchester Arora International Hotel
Princess St. Hotel Manchester
Princess St. Hotel
Princess St. Manchester
Princess St.
Princess St. Hotel (previously Arora Manchester Hotel)
Arora Hotel Manchester
The Alan Hotel
Princess St Hotel
Princess St. Hotel
The Alan Manchester
The Alan Hotel Manchester

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Alan?

The Alan provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see close to The Alan?

This hotel is situated in Manchester City Centre within a 10-minute walk of Canal Street, Piccadilly Gardens, and Deansgate. You'll also find Old Trafford and O2 Apollo Manchester within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Alan?

No, there isn't parking at the hotel but you'll find nearby parking for GBP 30 per day (discounts available).

Does The Alan feature a casino?

No, The Alan doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Alan?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Alan a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Does The Alan have a hot tub?

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

Does The Alan have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Alan serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Drink at The Alan.

Will The Alan allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Alan though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at The Alan?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from The Alan?

The closest major airport to The Alan is Manchester Airport (MAN), which is 9.2 mi away (23 minutes by car). Another top airport is John Lennon Airport (LPL), which is around 27.1 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Alan?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Alan.

The Alan Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 710 out of 1254 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 304 out of 1254 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 140 out of 1254 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1254 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1254 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mr Robert L

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was dark, needs more lighting. Location good. Lifts did not work, not great when your on the 6th floor. Overall very average.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

William

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Hamza

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rosie

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret Cecelia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Interesting design. Great location for walking to attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

vince

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

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

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely staff. Comfy beds and spacious room. Good variety at breakfast and good coffee. We observed staff act professionally when dealing with challenging custmers.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

krystyna

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

8/10 Good

Christine

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

liam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms are not soundproofed and noisy. People moving around in other rooms above or to the side are loud and can be clearly heard.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close location to parking building, friendly staff, spacious rooms, good menu.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel, service and staff very friendly. Arrived early and our room was ready which was a bonus. Breakfast was great. Our room was spacious and the bed extremely comfortable. They only thing was the bin men made a lot of noise
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kieran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was good everything needed for overnight stay. Would be nice to have charging points by bedside table. Would have like blinds on windows rather than keeping curtains closed during daytime due to neighbouring buildings.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything excellent. Lovely hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel was clean, modern, and in a great location. Room amenities were excellent. Staff was helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

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