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Britannia Hotel City Centre Manchester

Manchester , 35 Portland Street (Show on Map)

5.8

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Summary of reviewsThe Britannia Hotel City Centre Manchester is a budget-friendly hotel that offers a great location for sightseeing and a central spot for those looking to indulge in Manchester's nightlife. Guests appreciate the friendly staff who can be accommodating and approachable, although there have been some negative comments about the check-in process. The hotel's breakfast is generally positively reviewed and guests who paid for it at a discounted rate were particularly satisfied. The hotel's rooms are spacious and comfortable, although some may lack windows, require better cleaning and updating and suffer from noise pollution. Despite some criticisms of the hotel's cleanliness and maintenance, it generally satisfies guests' expectations and provides a convenient place to stay in Manchester. The wifi is mostly paid and the connectivity varies from room to room, but guests are happy with the speed and availability in common areas. The hotel's beds have had mixed reviews with some finding them comfortable while others found them uncomfortable and outdated. The Britannia Hotel City Centre Manchester may not be luxurious, but it's great value for money for a modest stay, especially if location is a priority. The hotel location is highly accessible, although there may be challenges for guests with disabilities or heavy luggage, where assistance or prior notification to staff would be beneficial.
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Hotel near Nightlife Spots

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Room Types

Standard Single Room Single room with its own bathroom. Other facilities include a TV and tea and coffee-making facilities.

Double Room Large room with its own bathroom. Other facilities include a TV, and tea and coffee-making facilities.

Double Room (No Windows) These rooms have their own bathroom. Other facilities include a TV, and tea and coffee-making facilities. Economy rooms have no outside windows.

Superior Suite Spacious rooms with a seating area and their own bathroom. Other facilities include a TV and tea and coffee-making facilities.

Twin Room Spacious rooms with a private bathroom. Other facilities include a TV and tea and coffee-making facilities. This room type cannot accommodate an extra bed.

Twin Room (No Windows) These rooms have their own bathroom. Other facilities include satellite TV, and tea/coffee making facilities. Economy rooms have no outside windows. This room type cannot accommodate an extra bed.

Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children) Features a TV and facilities for making tea and coffee. This room can accommodate 2 children on a roll-away bed.

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5.8

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Location

If you're looking for a hotel that's central to everything in Manchester, Britannia Hotel City Centre is the perfect choice. Guests praise the hotel's excellent location, which is easy to find and easily accessible to the city. It's a great location for sightseeing with all the main points of the city just a short 5-15 minute walk away and the bus station to London just a minute away. The hotel is conveniently located near to Piccadilly station, making it easy to access from the train station and to the city centre. There are also many restaurants and nice parks in the neighbourhood. The property is a beautiful historic building and very cheap for its central location. Guests love the friendly staff and say it's great value for money. If you're looking for a budget-friendly stay in the heart of Manchester, Britannia Hotel City Centre is definitely worth considering.

Breakfast

Guests at the Britannia Hotel City Centre Manchester have generally positive things to say about the breakfast. Some describe it as tasty and great, while others say it was good or very nice. The breakfast environment is also complimented as being ideal. A few guests had negative comments with one describing it as the worst breakfast they've ever had in a hotel and others suggesting it could have had more choice or better cooked items. Some guests chose not to have breakfast, but would consider it on their next visit. Overall, the breakfast at the hotel is described as decent or excellent and guests who paid for the breakfast at a cheaper rate were particularly satisfied. However, one guest did express disappointment that the breakfast was halal and they were not informed of this before paying.

Rooms

The Britannia Hotel City Centre Manchester has a prime location and a lot of character in its old-fashioned building. The spacious rooms are comfortable, although some could be much cleaner and updated. Some rooms lacked windows, but those that had them provided good light. The mattresses were mostly comfortable, although some were a bit stiff. The hotel could do with a major refurbishment, including new carpets, fixtures and fittings. Many rooms had issues, such as leaky toilets, broken beds, or lack of hot water, but most guests found their rooms to be clean and tidy. Some rooms were affected by noise, either from outside or from adjacent rooms and thin walls. Overall, the hotel was value for money and perfect for those who prioritize a central location over modern amenities. Staff was mostly pleasant, although some guests had issues with check-in queues or missing breakfast vouchers.

Beds

Guests who stayed at the Britannia Hotel City Centre Manchester had mixed experiences with the beds. Some found them to be very comfortable and clean with lovely pillows, while others complained about mismatched and uncomfortable beds, creaky and squeaky mattresses and a funky smell. However, the majority of reviews were positive, praising the comfortable and comfy beds. Some guests did encounter issues such as broken legs on beds or old mattresses with broken springs, but overall, the hotel seems to provide decent sleeping arrangements.

Cleanliness

The Britannia Hotel City Centre Manchester is a centrally located hotel that offers a comfortable stay for guests. Many guests appreciated the cleanliness of the hotel and rooms with some even praising how clean everything was. While some guests did note issues with the cleanliness of their rooms and bathrooms, overall the hotel was described as fairly clean and well-maintained. However, some guests did mention that the hotel was in need of refurbishment and had some areas that looked tired and poorly decorated. Despite these issues, the hotel generally met guest expectations and provided a convenient and clean place to stay in Manchester.

Staff

The staff at Britannia Hotel City Centre Manchester have received mixed reviews from guests with some describing them as disorganised or rude. However, many guests have praised the friendly and helpful security staff and some have singled out particular members of the reception team for their approachable demeanour. Guests have also lauded the hotel's great location with easy access to shops, buses and trams and many have praised the good value for money. Some guests have reported frustratingly slow check-in processes or issues with getting simple requests like extra pillows fulfilled, but overall, most people find the staff to be accommodating and friendly.

Wi-Fi

Guests staying at the Britannia Hotel City Centre Manchester have mixed reviews about the Wifi amenities provided by the hotel. While most guests were unhappy about the paid wifi, they were pleased with the fast speed and connectivity in common areas. Some struggled with getting a phone signal inside the hotel, while others found it difficult to get a proper signal in their rooms. There were also issues with room keys and some amenities, such as hand wash, not being provided. However, some guests believed that the wifi could be improved and hoped for free access in the future. Despite the negative comments, guests did acknowledge that the wifi was available in the lobby of the hotel.

Nightlife

Britannia Hotel City Centre Manchester is a great spot for those looking to be at the heart of Manchester's nightlife. With its central location, right next to Piccadilly station and bars, it's perfect for a one night stay at an excellent price. If you're planning on attending club nights, this hotel is ideal. Although some guests have experienced noise issues with neighbouring rooms and noisy corridors at night, others found this to be a plus for their last minute plans. Overall, the hotel is cheep and cheerful and would be perfect for those only looking to get their head down for a few hours after a night out.

3 Star

The Britannia Hotel City Centre Manchester is a centrally located three star hotel that offers affordable prices for a modest stay. While it may not be the Ritz, it is a great budget hotel that provides good value for money. However, guests should expect basic, no-frills accommodations that are in need of serious renovation. Some guests noted that the hotel is outdated with ripped carpets and old decor that requires a major refurbishment. The hotel's water system can also be disappointing, while the check-in queues can be long. Despite these issues, the hotel provides a cheap and cheerful option for those looking for a place to sleep after a night out or for those on a tight budget who prioritize location over luxury. Overall, it's a passable option and some guests would use it again if they needed a cheap and convenient place to stay in the city center.

Accessible

The Britannia Hotel City Centre Manchester is located in a prime spot in the heart of the city, making it a very handy and good location for guests. However, the entrance can be a bit challenging for those with heavy luggage or disabilities as there is no ramp, only stairs. It is recommended to bring assistance or notify the hotel staff in advance. Parking is available but the designated car park can be far more than a 10-minute walk away from the hotel. The hotel entrance is guarded by security personnel who will ask for identification before letting guests in, which can lead to long queues during check-in. Despite the minor accessibility issues, the central location and proximity to city attractions make the Britannia Hotel City Centre Manchester a great choice for travelers.

No, Britannia Hotel City Centre Manchester doesn't have any pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Britannia Hotel City Centre Manchester.

Yes, Britannia Hotel City Centre Manchester welcomes dogs.

No, parking facilities aren't available at Britannia Hotel City Centre Manchester.

No, Britannia Hotel City Centre Manchester doesn't have a gym.

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