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The Alan

4.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, 4-minute walk to Canal Street

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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

Room options

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

Classic Double Room 1

  • Sleeps 2

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

Classic

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(85 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
(25 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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

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

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

Signature Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Signature Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Signature Room

  • Sleeps 2

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

Classic Double Double Room

  • Sleeps 4

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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

  • St. Peter's Square - 3 min walk - 0.2 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

Hotel with a restaurant, 4-minute walk to Canal Street
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 Manchester Arndale and AO Arena less than a mile away.

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.

Are there hot tubs at The Alan?

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.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Alan?

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

The Alan Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 696 out of 1232 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 299 out of 1232 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 139 out of 1232 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 1232 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1232 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was fantastic, very convenient for the city and nightlife. Our rooms were large, clean and well-appointed. And it was all very affordable for the location, really pleased with our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Bill

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool place, great interior, beautiful original artwork
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Was only here for one night but Spacious room! Friendly staff! Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Luke

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I really enjoyed the general decor/aesthetic of the room!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I’m always impressed with the aesthetic of the rooms. Staff are always super friendly and helpful. The room was very clean but the only problem I had was that the bed sheet was torn at the foot of the bed and when I brought this up with the staff they offered to fix it straight away. I left them to fix the bed sheet, however upon my return, the bed sheet was still in the condition I found it in (torn). I then brought this up with the front desk who offered me a free upgrade as there was no housekeeping available at that time. I was thoroughly impressed with how they dealt with the decision. Overall I had a great stay and the Alan is my go to hotel for when I’m in Manchester. I would highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Nick

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just gorgeous from start to finish
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN LEWIS

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location. Lovely rooms and fantastic breakfast. Very friendly and helpful staff. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jeremy, Highland Park

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Some carpets need cleaning, some paint refresh is necessary. The linens, towels, product excellent. Room lighting could be better thought out. Good value for money. Breakfast could have a bit more variety and more healthier options, but was well-prepared and tasty.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel in a great location. Room was large and quiet, bed was extremely comfortable, staff were friendly, and everything was very clean. I didn't have time for breakfast but from a distance it looked excellent. My only criticism was that the shower was in a bath with a curtain and the shower head was very low. For such a nice hotel I'd have expected a dedicated shower cubicle. However, the shower worked and the water was hot so it's not like I suffered! Would definitely return here.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niamh

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sorcha

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

The most amazing stay

The most incredible stay. Beautiful decor and amazing location, however, what makes the Alan so special is the team. Everyone made us feel soooo welcomed and made my partner feel so special on his birthday, with a balloon in the room & a drink to celebrate. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a really pleasant stay! Very central to town! Perfect location!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Logan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Entire stay was good. Continue to take money from your account after checkout however so I struggle to recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

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

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

8/10 Good

James

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

Quirky and great location

Great location and friendly staff. Quirky unpainted fresh plaster room! Parking is pricey even with hotel discount
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Katie

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

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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