Superior Double Room
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Hotel · Manchester · Greater Manchester
Ibis Manchester Centre Princess Street
A 3-star stay in central Manchester, a short walk from the gay village and Piccadilly Station.
- Central location near Piccadilly Station and the gay village
- Hearty breakfast with bangers and bacon (per guest reviews)
- Budget-friendly rooms with free Wi-Fi in public areas
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Great
5599 reviews
Booking.com 8 · 5599 reviews
About
Ibis Manchester Centre Princess Street
Ibis Manchester Centre Princess Street is a 3-star hotel with 126 rooms, located on Charles Street in the heart of Manchester. It's roughly a 25-minute walk from the Whitworth Art Gallery and a short stroll to the city's gay village and Piccadilly train station.
Rooms are bright and come with either a double or twin beds, plus tea and coffee facilities, a flat-screen TV, and free toiletries. Superior Double Rooms also include air conditioning. The hotel operates a 24-hour reception, offers luggage storage, and allows pets.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Prime central location — Right next to the gay village and a short walk from Piccadilly Station, with pubs, bars and restaurants nearby.
- Friendly, helpful staff — Guests repeatedly mention the warm and accommodating service, including one who had a drink saved for them.
- Hearty breakfast — The cooked breakfast, featuring bangers and bacon, is a recurring highlight for guests.
- Good value — With rooms from £94 per night, this is a budget-friendly option in the city centre.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Wi-Fi only in public areas — The hotel only offers Wi-Fi in public spaces, and one guest complained about being charged for internet access.
- Mixed cleanliness and room ratings — Rooms and cleanliness score a 7/10, and some guests rated their stay lower (6/10) despite enjoying the location and size.
- Potential noise from nightlife — Its proximity to the gay village and nightlife means the streets can be lively, which may not suit light sleepers.
- Limited in-room amenities in standard rooms — Only the Superior Double Room has air conditioning; the Twin and Sweet rooms rely on heating, with fans mentioned by a guest.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Twin Room 2 beds
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
Double Sweet Room by Ibis
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Heating
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
Services
- 24-hour reception
- Luggage storage
- Housekeeping
- Dry cleaning
- Safe deposit box
- Key card access
- Key access
Dining & drinks
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
- Welcome drink
Room amenities
- Heating
- Air conditioning (Superior Double)
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Electric kettle
- Free toiletries
- Flat-screen TV
- Carpeted floor
Accessibility
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Family
- Cots
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8/10 from 5,599 reviews
Booking.com · 8 · 5599 reviews
8Verified guest“Breakfast included bangers and bacon in the morning.”
8Verified guest“The location was good and the room was a decent size.”
8Verified guest“We had bangers and bacon in the morning.”
8Verified guest“The location was convenient, close to nightlife attractions.”
8Verified guest“Fairly clean and brilliant hotel with a magnificent location right next to the gay clubs. Knowledgeable staff, airy and cool rooms with a comfortable bed (there was a fan). Bangers and bacon for breakfast. Incredible service, parking nearby, and easy check-in.”
8Verified guest“My stay here was wonderful. Quite clean hotel, I really enjoyed the extremely friendly staff. They served sausages and bacon for breakfast. The location was particularly good—right next to Piccadilly train station, with pubs, bars, and restaurants nearby. I spent a nice evening at Middle Kingdom, which is close to the venue.”
04 — Location
Getting around Manchester
The property sits in Manchester.
Manchester city centre: The hotel sits on Charles Street, close to the gay village and a short walk from Piccadilly train station, with many pubs, bars and restaurants nearby.
Whitworth Art Gallery: A 25-minute walk from the hotel, according to the description.
Nightlife district: The hotel is right next to the gay clubs, making it a base for evening entertainment.
Charles Street Princess Street Lancashire, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 7DG, United Kingdom
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 15:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 12:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Allowed
- Property
- 125 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
Does the hotel allow pets?
Yes, pets are allowed at Ibis Manchester Centre Princess Street.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in runs from 15:00 until 23:59, and check-out is by 12:00.
Is there air conditioning in the rooms?
Only the Superior Double Room has air conditioning. Twin and Double Sweet rooms have heating instead.
Is Wi-Fi available in the hotel?
Wi-Fi is available in public areas. Some guests have noted that internet access in rooms may require extra payment.
Does the hotel have a restaurant or food options?
Yes, the hotel has a restaurant, a snack bar, and a bar/lounge area, and serves breakfast including bangers and bacon.
The bottom line
Ibis Manchester Centre Princess Street is a solid, budget-conscious choice for those who want to be in the thick of Manchester's nightlife and gay village. Expect friendly service, a filling breakfast, and a convenient base—but don't count on reliable in-room internet, and be prepared for potential street noise.
8Best for travelers who prioritize location and value over quiet luxury.
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