Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre by IHG
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- 24-hour front desk
- Daily housekeeping
- Non-smoking rooms
- Safety deposit box
- Luggage storage
- Heating
- Lift
About this property
Situated next to the University Of Manchester, the Holiday Inn Express Manchester is a 5-minute walk from Oxford Road Train Station. Rooms feature a powerful shower, WiFi, and an LCD TV. Set on Oxford Road, the hotel has a 24-hour front desk. Air-conditioned bedrooms include a hair dryer, tea and coffee-making facilities, and free toiletries. The Great Room serves an all-you-can-eat buffet breakfast each morning, including fresh coffee, pastries and a cooked option. The Lounge Bar offers a range of light snacks, beers and wines, and is open from 14:00 until 02:00. A vending machine is also available for snacks and soft drinks. The Palace Theatre and the popular Canal Street are both just a 5-minute walk from the hotel. Manchester Airport is 8 miles away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 24-hour front desk
- Bar
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Jillian
United Kingdom
“We always enjoy staying here as it’s very handy for where we need to go. Near plenty of amenities and can walk or get the bus to main shopping area. The hotel is always lovely and the staff are friendly and welcoming.” - Jessie
United Kingdom
“The hotel room was very clean and smelt lovely. The whole hotel itself was very clean also and decorated nicely. Staff helpful and friendly. Breakfast was delicious with a variety of options. Nothing too much trouble. Will definitely be staying...” - Kevin
United Kingdom
“The location is great. Breakfast plentiful. Good security for residents.” - Shahnawaz
Pakistan
“Excellent location, very courteous and helpful staff. Buffet breakfast was very good.” - Joanna
United Kingdom
“My son started at Manchester Metropolitan University, and this hotel is a 3-minute walk away! It's in a perfect location and super reasonable. Although it's central, my room was peaceful and spacious, and the temperature was great.” - Nicola
United Kingdom
“Reception was very friendly and helpful. Emails received before visit was very helpful. Breakfast was hot, good selection and plenty of seating. Location was excellent to get everywhere. Parking was reasonable cost, easy to find and 2 mins...” - Green
United Kingdom
“Location was great. Close to station and theatre.” - Andrew
United Kingdom
“Good location easily found. Walking distance from train station” - Robin
United States
“Location,Nice bed, Good shower, and Good breakfast.” - Tariq
Pakistan
“Good value for money , staff is nice & Sweet and rooms are comfortable. Strongly Recommended.”
Hotel surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.






The fine print
Please note that due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, breakfast is currently provided as a grab-and-go takeaway option and all standard breakfast options may not be available.
This hotel can only accept contactless payments by credit/debit card.
Please note, the card used to make the reservation must be presented at check-in. If this is not possible, guests should contact the property to make alternative arrangements.
A damage deposit of £50 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.