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The Alan

Manchester , 18 Princess Street (Show on Map)

8.3

Very Good

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Summary of reviewsThe Alan hotel is a great choice for travelers looking for a comfortable and convenient stay in Manchester. The hotel's location in the heart of the city is perfect for exploring the best the city has to offer with easy walking distance to museums, art galleries, bars, restaurants, shopping and public transport. Guests rave about the location, noting that it's perfect for attending events at the Albert Hall, traveling by train and even attending black tie events. The hotel itself is beautifully appointed with spacious rooms and a lovely aesthetic. Many guests appreciate the natural light in the rooms and the beautiful reception area. The staff are friendly and attentive, going above and beyond for guests, such as ensuring laundry is returned the same day. The hotel is also conveniently located next to Chinatown with ample opportunities to sample delicious cuisine. The breakfast at The Alan is definitely worth trying out during your stay with many guests raving about the delicious and impressive options available, including gluten-free options. The rooms are clean, modern and well-presented with plenty of storage and modern amenities like in-built air conditioning. The hotel has been praised for its exceptional cleanliness by numerous guests who have stayed here. The staff are consistently described as friendly, helpful and attentive, going above and beyond to ensure guests have an enjoyable stay. The hotel provides a convenient lift to enter the hotel, making the check-in process easy and hassle-free. While the hotel does not have an on-site parking facility, the staff directed guests to a nearby parking spot which was only a short stroll away and provided a discount voucher to make the cost reasonable. When it comes to beds, the majority of guests loved the beds and rated them as extremely comfortable, even describing them as the comfiest ever! Overall, The Alan hotel stands out for its immaculate facilities, stunning decor and comfortable, clean rooms, making it a great choice for anyone looking for a warm welcome and attentive service.
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Room Types

The Classic Double Measuring on average 23sqm, your rooms includes a flat-screen TV, simple's state tea and coffee bags. Filtered water is available. Enjoy the sounds of Manchester with our bluetooth speakers. Then refresh yourself with our 100% organic bathroom bodywash and haircare products by Haeckels - from the ocean for the ocean.

Classic Double Double Measuring on average 30sqm, your rooms includes a flat-screen TV, simple's state tea and coffee bags.Filtered water is available. Enjoy the sounds of Manchester with our bluetooth speakers. Then refresh yourself with our 100% organic bathroom bodywash and haircare products by Haeckels - from the ocean for the ocean.

The Signature Double Our Standard Room is a spacious double room measuring between 18-24sqm with one double bed, Free WiFi, 50” Chromecast Smart TV, Bluetooth speaker, 200 thread count Egyptian cotton, simple's state tea and coffee bags, filtered water is available, 100% organic Haeckels bathrooms amenities.

Signature Deluxe Double Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The spacious air-conditioned double room features a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a seating area, a safe deposit box, an electric kettle as well as a quiet street view. The unit has 1 bed.

Signature Suite Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this studio includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The air-conditioned studio offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a safe deposit box as well as a quiet street view. The unit has 1 bed.

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8.3

Very Good

Location

Travelers to Manchester looking for the perfect hotel location should consider staying at The Alan. This hotel is located right in the heart of the city with easy walking distance to museums, art galleries, bars, restaurants, shopping and public transport, making it an ideal base for exploring the best the city has to offer. Guests rave about the location, noting that it's perfect for attending events at the Albert Hall, traveling by train and even attending black tie events. The hotel itself is beautifully appointed with spacious rooms and a lovely aesthetic. Many guests appreciate the natural light in the rooms and the beautiful reception area. The staff are friendly and attentive, going above and beyond for guests, such as ensuring laundry is returned the same day. The hotel is also conveniently located next to Chinatown with ample opportunities to sample delicious cuisine. Overall, The Alan offers a fantastic location and great value for money for those seeking a comfortable and convenient stay in Manchester.

Breakfast

If you're looking for a delicious breakfast option during your stay at The Alan, you won't be disappointed. Many guests raved about the breakfast, calling it superb, impressive and even the best they've ever had at a hotel. There are even gluten-free options available. The breakfast menu is similar in price to surrounding cafes and the food in the restaurant is also amazing. However, some guests did mention that the breakfast can be a bit pricey and limited in options. Despite these minor issues, the majority of guests were pleased with their breakfast experience with many highlighting the good quality of the food, including perfectly poached eggs and fresh avocado. The breakfast service could be faster, but the staff were generally amazing and kept the restaurant spotless. If you're a vegetarian or have dietary restrictions, you'll still find plenty of delicious options on the menu. Overall, the breakfast at The Alan is definitely worth trying out during your stay.

Rooms

If you're looking for a clean, modern hotel in a great location, The Alan is a great choice. Guests have raved about the spacious and well-presented rooms with plenty of storage and modern amenities like in-built air conditioning. Some guests did note that their room was a bit small or had a strange layout and others mentioned that the view wasn't great or that there were some minor maintenance issues like mold or a lack of blinds on the windows. Overall, though, guests loved the stylish decor, comfortable beds and beautiful bathrooms. Some guests did mention a few missing amenities like a desk or Google speaker and a few noted that the hotel could be a bit noisy due to its location, but most guests found their rooms to be spacious, quiet and well-appointed. If you're a fan of minimalist, industrial design, The Alan is definitely worth checking out.

Beds

When it comes to beds, guests of 'The Alan' hotel seem to have mixed opinions. However, the majority of guests loved the beds and rated them as extremely comfortable, even describing them as the comfiest ever! Some guests even praised the hotel for having four pillows on the bed rather than just two. While some guests did mention that the beds were small or the pillows too hard, these comments were in the minority. Overall, most guests enjoyed the massive and incredibly comfy beds. The only slight downside was some noise from the heating and air conditioning and some found the room too warm at night. However, these minor issues did not take away from the fact that the bed and room were perfect for most guests.

Cleanliness

The Alan hotel has been praised for its exceptional cleanliness by numerous guests who have stayed here. Guests found the rooms to be spotlessly clean, comfortable and modern with stylish decor. The hotel's beautiful property and great location were added bonuses. The staff were friendly and helpful which added greatly to the guests' experiences. However, a few guests did report minor cleanliness issues such as a dirty rug and bathroom as well as dirty windows. Overall, The Alan hotel stands out for its immaculate facilities, stunning decor and comfortable, clean rooms.

Staff

If you're looking for a hotel with exceptional customer service, The Alan may just be the place for you. The staff are consistently described as friendly, helpful and attentive, going above and beyond to ensure guests have an enjoyable stay. From quick check-in to efficient reception staff, nothing is too much trouble and even the chef is approachable for a quick chat. The hotel is also praised for its cleanliness and stylish interiors. While there may have been a couple of isolated incidents with staff who were less accommodating, these are overshadowed by the overwhelmingly positive feedback. So, whether you're in town for business or leisure, The Alan is a great choice for anyone looking for a warm welcome and attentive service.

Parking

The Alan Hotel provides a convenient lift to enter the hotel, making the check-in process easy and hassle-free. For those driving, there is a Q Park nearby that guests found to be handy. Although the hotel does not have an on-site parking facility, the staff directed guests to a nearby parking spot which was only a short stroll away and provided a discount voucher to make the cost reasonable. While some guests found the overnight parking price to be quite expensive, others were happy to find plenty of on-street parking nearby. However, a few guests pointed out that the hotel's parking facilities were not the best and required them to park 100 yards away and walk in. Overall, although some guests had negative experiences with the parking, the hotel's proximity to Q Park and on-street parking were positive highlights for others.

No, The Alan doesn't have any pool.

No, a spa isn't available at The Alan.

No, The Alan doesn't allow dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at The Alan.

No, The Alan doesn't have a gym.

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