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Voco Manchester - City Centre By Ihg

A 4-star hotel on Portland Street, a short walk from Manchester Art Gallery and the city's shopping district.

  • 5-minute walk to Manchester Art Gallery
  • On-site restaurant and bar
  • 24-hour reception and express check-in/out
8.8 Great 4283 reviews Booking.com 8.8 · 4283 reviews

About

Voco Manchester - City Centre By Ihg

Voco Manchester - City Centre By Ihg is a 4-star hotel on Portland Street, in the heart of Manchester's shopping district. It's about a 5-minute walk from Manchester Art Gallery, putting galleries, restaurants, and nightlife within easy reach.

The hotel is smoke-free and offers a restaurant, a snack bar, and a bar/lounge area. Guests can also use the luggage storage, and benefit from 24-hour reception and security. On-site parking is available, including handicap parking and an electric vehicle charging station.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Car park
  • Handicap parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Prime city-centre location — A 5-minute walk from Manchester Art Gallery and close to the shopping district, with several guests mentioning the convenience for exploring the city and nearby landmarks.
  • Friendly and attentive service — Multiple guests highlight the staff as exceptionally polite and friendly, contributing to a positive overall impression.
  • Stylish and comfortable rooms — Rooms are described as brand-new, tastefully decorated, spacious, and comfortable, with amenities like a safe, TV, fridge, and coffee machine.
  • Good dining options — The on-site restaurant receives praise for well-presented food, and breakfast is mentioned positively, including an option for oat milk.

Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • Rooms and cleanliness score lower — The rating for rooms and cleanliness is the lowest category at 6, suggesting that while many guests have positive experiences, there may be inconsistencies in room upkeep.
  • Pets not allowed — Pets are not permitted at this hotel, which may be a drawback for travellers with animals.
  • Dining rating modest — The dining category scores 7, and breakfast is priced at £16 per person, which some guests may find steep.
  • Limited parking information — While handicap parking is mentioned, the hotel's car park may have limited availability or high costs—details are not specified.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

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

Standard Queen Room Balcony

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Balcony
  • Air conditioning

Standard Room

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Premium Room

  • 1 Queen-size bed,1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Standard Double Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Standard Twin Room

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Premium Queen Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Standard Queen Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Standard King Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Premium King Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

King Suite

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

King Suite Bath Sofa Bed

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

King Suite Bath

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

King Room Sofa Bed

  • 1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Standard King Room Accessible

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

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

General

  • Wi-Fi
  • No smoking on site
  • Lift
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Services

  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Food & Drink

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Special diet menus
  • In-room breakfast
  • Children's menu
  • Coffee shop
  • Welcome drink

Room Amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Electric kettle
  • Free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
  • Carpeted floor

Accessibility & Parking

  • Handicap parking
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled
  • Electric vehicle charging station

Family & Entertainment

  • Cots
  • Children's menu
  • Live entertainment
  • Leisure/ TV room

Pets

  • Pets allowed
  • Pet amenities available

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.8
Great 4283 reviews

Guest-rated 8.8/10 from 4,283 reviews

Booking.com · 8.8 · 4283 reviews
Rooms and cleanliness6.0
Location9.0
Dining7.0
Price and service8.0
8.8Verified guest

“The staff were attentive and exceptionally polite throughout my stay.”

8.8Verified guest

“Rooms are brand-new and tastefully decorated, with a safe, TV, and fridge. The private bathroom is huge.”

8.8Verified guest

“I've stayed here before and would come back. The location next to the Gay Village is brilliant, especially near Canal Street during Pride weekend and the restaurant.”

8.8Verified guest

“A stunning unit with a terrace, plus central heating, a safe, and TV. The location is close to the best attractions and public transport, and the food was well presented.”

8.8Verified guest

“The room was spotless and themed, with tea, very comfortable beds, and a great shower. Breakfast at £16 was worth it.”

8.8Verified guest

“Convenient location for exploring, with secure parking nearby. The staff were friendly and provided good service.”

04 — Location

Getting around Manchester

The property sits in Manchester.

Manchester Art Gallery: About a 5-minute walk from the hotel, this gallery is a cultural highlight and a short stroll from the front door.

Gay Village: The hotel sits next to the Gay Village, with Canal Street nearby—especially lively during Pride weekend, as guests have noted.

Piccadilly Station: The main train station is conveniently close, making it easy to connect to other parts of the city and beyond.

59 Portland Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 3HP, 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 15:00-23:59
Check-out
By 01:00-11:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
191 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What time is check-in and check-out?

Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:59, and check-out is from 01:00 to 11:00.

Is parking available at the hotel?

Yes, there is a car park on site, including handicap parking. An electric vehicle charging station is also available.

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not allowed at the hotel.

Is breakfast available on site?

Yes, breakfast is served in the hotel's restaurant, and guests have mentioned it costs £16. In-room breakfast is also available.

Does the hotel have air conditioning?

Yes, air conditioning is listed as an amenity in all room types, and rooms also feature heating.

The bottom line

Voco Manchester - City Centre By Ihg earns a strong overall rating of 8.8, driven by a prime central location and attentive staff. While the rooms and cleanliness score lower, many guests praise the stylish decor and comfort. It's a solid choice for a city break, especially for those wanting to be near the art gallery and nightlife.

8.8Based on 4,283 reviews and a guest rating of 8.8 out of 10.

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