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Britannia Hotel City Centre Manchester

A no-frills 3-star stay on Portland Street, prized for its central position and strong value.

  • 24-hour reception and front desk assistance
  • Pets allowed on site
  • Central location close to nightlife and the coach station
7 Very good 23635 reviews Booking.com 7 · 23635 reviews

About

Britannia Hotel City Centre Manchester

Britannia Hotel City Centre Manchester sits on Portland Street, putting guests within easy walking distance of the city’s bars, restaurants, and the coach station. The property is a straightforward 3-star operation with 24-hour reception, a lift, and a vending machine — nothing fancy, but reliable for a short stay. The hotel is roughly 2.6 km from Etihad Stadium, though it’s the city-centre convenience that draws most guests.

Rooms are simple and functional, with heating, tea and coffee facilities, and either a bathtub or shower. There are no-window options in both single and twin formats, which tend to be the cheapest. The hotel also welcomes pets, has facilities for disabled guests, and offers a bar/lounge area plus special diet menus on request.

  • 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

3 reasons to book
  • Excellent central location — Close to nightlife, the coach station, and The Bridgewater Hall. Guests repeatedly call it 'perfect'.
  • Friendly and helpful staff — The reception team is repeatedly praised in reviews, with one guest singling out a particularly brilliant receptionist.
  • Strong basic value — Rooms described as 'cheap, neat' and well-arranged, making it a solid budget pick in the centre.

Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Rooms and cleanliness are middling — At a score of 6, expect no frills. The overall guest rating of 7 out of 10 reflects a basic experience.
  • Dining scores low — At 5 out of 10, the food offer — including breakfast — earns mixed feedback. Some guests skip breakfast entirely.
  • No-window rooms exist — Some single and twin rooms have no windows, which may feel cramped or dark for certain guests. These are likely the cheapest option.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Triple Room

  • 3 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Standard Single Room

  • 1 Single bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Family Room

  • 2 Double beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Double Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Superior Suite

  • 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Double Room No Windows

  • 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Twin Room

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Twin Room No Windows

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Security
  • Lift
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • Welcome drink

Room

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Free toiletries
  • Electric kettle
  • Carpeted floor

Food & Drink

  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus
  • Night club

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

7
Very good 23635 reviews

Guest-rated 7/10 from 23,635 reviews

Booking.com · 7 · 23635 reviews
Rooms and cleanliness6.0
Location8.0
Dining5.0
Price and service7.0
7Verified guest

“The staff were exceptionally pleasant from arrival through the whole stay. The room was big with a patio and the best shower and Wi-Fi. I liked it.”

7Verified guest

“Didn't stay for breakfast. Location was fine for central Manchester and not too noisy.”

7Verified guest

“This place is great, with Wi-Fi, 24-hour reception, and a bar. The friendly staff helped me with heavy luggage on my first stay. I recommend it. I'm coming back at Christmas.”

7Verified guest

“I liked the breakfast option; it was satisfactory.”

7Verified guest

“Courteous staff and a perfect location right in the centre. Everything was great. Breakfast was adequate with plenty of goodies. Liked the way our cheap room with the best shower was arranged.”

7Verified guest

“The location was marvellous — not too far from The Bridgewater Hall.”

04 — Location

Getting around Manchester

The property sits in Manchester.

Portland Street & the city centre: You're in the thick of Manchester's city centre, with nightlife, the coach station, and The Bridgewater Hall all within easy reach on foot.

Etihad Stadium: Roughly 2.6 km from the hotel, reachable by a longer walk or a quick taxi if you're heading to a match or event.

Portland Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 3LA, United Kingdom

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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 15:00-23:30
Check-out
By 10:00
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
363 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:30, and check-out is by 10:00.

Are pets allowed at the hotel?

Yes, pets are allowed on site.

Is there a 24-hour reception?

Yes, the reception is open around the clock.

Are there rooms without windows?

Yes, the hotel offers single, double, and twin rooms with no windows, which are typically the cheaper options.

Does the hotel have facilities for disabled guests?

Yes, the hotel includes rooms and facilities for disabled guests, such as a bathroom for disabled use.

The bottom line

A dependable, well-located budget hotel that gets the basics right. Staff and location are the highlights; just keep expectations modest on room polish and dining.

7Best for budget travellers who prioritise position and value over amenities.

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