Holiday Inn Express Manchester - Trafford City by IHG

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Trafford Centre

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Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Exterior
Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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2 Mercury Way, Trafford, Manchester, England, M41 7PA
  • Place, Bowlers Exhibition Centre
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Trafford Centre
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Trafford
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manchester (MAN)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(39 reviews)
  • 24 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 Twin Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Manchester

Located in Trafford Park within a short walk of Trafford Centre, Holiday Inn Express Manchester - Trafford City by IHG is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Bowlers Exhibition Centre. This 3-star hotel has 220 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Bowlers Exhibition Centre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Trafford Centre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Salford Quays - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Old Trafford - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Old Trafford Cricket Ground - 7 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Manchester Humphrey Park Station - 3 min drive
  • Barton Dock Road Tram Stop - 6 min walk
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Zizzi - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Manchester - Trafford City by IHG

Hotel with free breakfast, near Trafford Centre
At Holiday Inn Express Manchester - Trafford City by IHG, guests have access to a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Self parking is available for GBP 5.00 per day. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with concierge services, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a TV in a common area and a banquet hall.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds are dressed in pillow menus. Sofa beds, coffee makers, and safes are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 5 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Express Cafe & Bar

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2017
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Double sofa bed
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 10

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used for an advanced-purchase booking must be presented by the cardholder at check-in.
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • 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

  • 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 50.00 per accommodation, per stay

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.

  • Self parking fee: GBP 5.00 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 10 (subject to availability)

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 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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 credit card for incidental charges and 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

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.
  • Nearby construction work may cause some noise disturbance.
  • 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

Holiday Inn Express Manchester Trafford City Hotel
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Express Manchester Trafford C
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Holiday Inn Express Manchester Trafford City by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Manchester Trafford City an IHG Hotel
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Holiday Inn Express Manchester - Trafford City by IHG Manchester

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Holiday Inn Express Manchester - Trafford City by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Manchester - Trafford City by IHG provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do around Holiday Inn Express Manchester - Trafford City by IHG?

This hotel is situated in Trafford Park within a short 10-minute walk of Trafford Centre and also 6 minutes on foot from Legoland Discovery Centre. You'll also find Old Trafford and Salford Quays within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Holiday Inn Express Manchester - Trafford City by IHG?

Yes, parking is offered for GBP 5.00 per day. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Holiday Inn Express Manchester - Trafford City by IHG have a casino at the property?

No, Holiday Inn Express Manchester - Trafford City by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Holiday Inn Express Manchester - Trafford City by IHG?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Holiday Inn Express Manchester - Trafford City by IHG?

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

Does Holiday Inn Express Manchester - Trafford City by IHG have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Holiday Inn Express Manchester - Trafford City by IHG feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Manchester - Trafford City by IHG serves free on-the-go breakfast at The Express Cafe & Bar each morning.

Does Holiday Inn Express Manchester - Trafford City by IHG allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Holiday Inn Express Manchester - Trafford City by IHG for a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Holiday Inn Express Manchester - Trafford City by IHG?

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

What is the closest airport to Holiday Inn Express Manchester - Trafford City by IHG?

The closest major airport to Holiday Inn Express Manchester - Trafford City by IHG is Manchester Airport (MAN), which is 9.8 mi away (17 minutes by car). Another top airport is John Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 29.8 mi away (48-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Holiday Inn Express Manchester - Trafford City by IHG?

No, at Holiday Inn Express Manchester - Trafford City by IHG, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Manchester - Trafford City by IHG Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 601 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 265 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service, staff very friendly and helpful. Clean rooms and lovely breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Khalil

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

8/10 Good

Samantha

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Staff are all extremely friendly. We found the beds comfortable and rooms were quiet. Easy travelling on the nearby tram.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ghufran

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

8/10 Good

Susan

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent service

Very happy with our stay here. All staff very friendly and welcoming. Excellent hospitality when food was served. Would happily come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Chelsey

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Room only used for sleeping & showering

Ideal location for shopping in Trafford centre , hotel staff were lovley and so was the food & service Down point was the cleanliness of the room floors all dirty marks comfy chair in room stained and sticky & dirty marks on towels and bed sheets. Noticed when stripping bed leaving the hotel that the mattresses where dirty sell as the mattress protectors so I’m assuming they have not been changed previously before out stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Magdalena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

10/10 Excellent

Julie

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

8/10 Good

Colin

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

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Useful location, good transport network. Good internet, basic food, lacked information on local area. Disappointed with limited facilities and no complimentary drinking water in rooms , bizarre! Otherwise a handy place to get your head down.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marissa

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

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All of the staff were very polite and courteous. There was a variety of food options for breakfast and the cooked food was good. The hotel was clean and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

steve

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel well placed, need a proper gym
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Neal

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A modern excellent hotel with decent breakfast. One staff member (Ellis, who was excellent) doing check in at ~2:15pm. A queue of at least 10 groups waiting to check in. He was working ++ to clear the backlog whilst using his personal charm to chat with guests. Room cleanliness excellent apart from crisp packet, Maltesers and empty milk cartons lying on the floor under the beds.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Graham

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Charlotte

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exactly what we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chioma

Traveled with family

Miss

It was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

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

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Krista, Calgary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Clean and quiet rooms with a hot breakfast daily. The customer service was also very good.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025