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5,142 reviews

Holiday Inn Express - Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY, an IHG Hotel

Holiday Inn Express - Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY, an IHG Hotel

2 Mercury Way, Manchester, M41 7PA, United Kingdom

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Restaurant

Free wifi

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

Soundproof rooms

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Holiday Inn Express - Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY, an IHG Hotel

Welcome to the Holiday Inn Express - Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY! Located just 4.2mi from the city center of Manchester, this 3-star hotel is the perfect base for your visit to the vibrant city. You'll find everything you need for a comfortable stay, starting from a minimum price of $80 per night.

This hotel offers a range of amenities to make your stay enjoyable. Wake up each morning and enjoy a delicious breakfast to start your day off right. Stay connected with free WiFi throughout the hotel and take advantage of the 24-hour front desk for any assistance you may need. The hotel also features a fitness center, perfect for those who like to stay active while traveling. With 5142 reviews, you can rest assured knowing that the Holiday Inn Express - Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY is a trusted choice among travelers.

The hotel is located at 2 Mercury Way, providing easy access to all that Manchester has to offer. Whether you're exploring the city's rich history, attending a concert or sporting event, or enjoying the vibrant nightlife, you'll find yourself in a prime location. The hotel is pet-friendly, so you can bring along your furry friends for an additional charge. With its convenient amenities and great location, the Holiday Inn Express - Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY is the perfect choice for your stay in Manchester.

After a long day of exploring all that Manchester has to offer, you'll be happy to know that you don't have to venture far to find a delicious meal. The Holiday Inn Express - Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY boasts its very own on-site restaurant, The Express Cafe & Bar. Treat yourself to a variety of dishes, including both local and international cuisine, all conveniently located just steps away from your room. Whether you're in the mood for a hearty breakfast before a busy day or a late-night snack to satisfy your cravings, The Express Cafe & Bar has got you covered.

When it comes to payment options, the hotel strives to make things as convenient as possible for its guests. While cash is not accepted, you can rest easy knowing that the hotel accepts a variety of payment methods. From American Express to Visa, Mastercard, and Maestro, you'll have no trouble settling your bill and enjoying a stress-free check-out process.

If you're unsure about which room type to choose, the hotel offers a "Room Selected at Check-In" option. This allows you to leave the decision-making in the hands of the hotel staff. Rest assured that you'll be assigned a comfortable and spacious room that meets your needs, whether you're traveling alone, with a partner, or with family.

With its pet-friendly policy, convenient amenities, and prime location in Manchester, the Holiday Inn Express - Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY is the ideal choice for your stay. Book your room today and get ready for an unforgettable experience in the vibrant city of Manchester.

Closest airports

Manchester Airport

8mi

Liverpool Airport

23.1mi

Leeds Bradford International Airport

39.2mi

Robin Hood Airport Doncaster Sheffield

54.7mi

East Midlands Airport

60.5mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Free wifi

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

Soundproof rooms

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Soundproof

Rooms

Standard King Room with Single Sofa Bed with Free Hot Breakfast in Holiday Inn Express - Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY, an IHG Hotel

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Standard, Sofa

1 King Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

260 sqft

City view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

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1 King Standard Single Sofa Bed with Free Hot Breakfast.

Standard Twin Room with Free Hot Breakfast - Accessible in Holiday Inn Express - Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY, an IHG Hotel

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Standard, 2 Single, Accessible

2 Twin Beds

260 sqft

City view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

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2 Single Standard Accessible with Free Hot Breakfast

Standard Twin Room with Free Hot Breakfast in Holiday Inn Express - Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY, an IHG Hotel

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Standard, 2 Twin Beds

2 Twin Beds

260 sqft

City view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

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24 SqM Room

Room Selected at Check-In in Holiday Inn Express - Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY, an IHG Hotel

Room Selected at Check in, Double/Twin

2 Twin Beds

1 Double Bed

260 sqft

City view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

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Get ready to unwind in our TwinDouble room, perfect for 2 adults and 1 child. With a spacious 258 sqft, enjoy a city view, a private bathroom, and modern amenities such as a flat-screen TV, air conditioning, and a cozy sitting area.

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Standard, 1 Bed

260 sqft

Free wifi

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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The double room provides air conditioning, soundproof walls, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The double room features carpeted floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV, a tea and coffee maker, a safe deposit box as well as city views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Standard Double Room with Free Hot Breakfast in Holiday Inn Express - Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY, an IHG Hotel

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Standard Room

1 Double Bed

260 sqft

City view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

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Standard Room with Free Hot Breakfast in Holiday Inn Express - Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY, an IHG Hotel

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Standard, Double/Twin

2 Twin Beds

1 Double Bed

260 sqft

City view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

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Standard, Double, Accessible, Sofa

1 Double Bed

1 Sofa Bed

270 sqft

Free wifi

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

Non-smoking rooms

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Standard, 1 King Size Bed, Sofa

1 Sofa Bed

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Standard, King Size

1 King Size Bed

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King Size Bed

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Guest reviews

8.4

5,142 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Facilities

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Value for money

WiFi quality

Breakfast

Featured reviews:

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Rossana

9.1

April 2025

I was there last Sunday and bank holiday Monday to watch a Man United match. I was greeted by their friendly reception team (didn’t get all of their names but one of them was called Michael Owen) who allowed me to leave my car in the parking lot (ample space) as I had arrived a few hours earlier than check-in time, super convenient and it cost £5 for 24 hours. Room was comfortable and clean, heating and air conditioning worked perfectly. Very close proximity to Trafford Centre Shopping Mall (8 mins walk) and the tram station is a 3 mins walk which could take you to Old Trafford Stadium and also Manchester City Centre within a few minutes. Tram is every 15 minutes. Uber is reliable in the area too. I would definitely choose this hotel if I were to drive up to Manchester again.

To be honest this is really petty but the toilet bin was broken. they should have just binned it 🤣 it was my second time staying with them and it’s always busy at breakfast + hash browns were dry and over cooked, jam/nutella were not topped up. But I’m not too fussed about having breakfast as there are lots of food options in the mall/city centre.

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Nigel

10

February 2025

On arrival welcomed by staff with a smile on her face. Think she was called Chantell. Everything was explained thoroughly even had a laugh and a joke made to feel important, valued and made at home. Everywhere clean and tidy. On returning from our evening out again very polite and helpful bar staff, nothing too much trouble always smiling. Great night sleep in a comfortable clean bed, room temperature just right. Breakfast was gorgeous, everything you wanted all hot and very tasty with lots of choice, again the breakfast staff really polite helpful. Checkout was easy and Susan was lovely. Will definitely use this hotel again. Thank you to all the staff

Couldn’t find fault it was ideal for what we wanted.

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Rabia

10

April 2025

Clean modern hotel with perfect location, so close to Trafford Centre and many other amenities. Staff are incredible, and they go out of their way to make your stay as comfortable as possible! We were there to celebrate my daughters 10th birthday, staff members had signed a birthday card with a gift and left it in our room! How amazing and thoughtful. My daughter was over the moon! Thank you so much for your kindness and for making our stay unforgettable! ❤️

Nothing, incredible stay cannot fault it.

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Carly

8.2

October 2024

On arrival our room wasn’t suitable and we were swapped to a different room. This was dealt with well, nothing was too much trouble and the gentleman who swapped our room apologised and gave us two drinks vouchers as an apology, so thank you!!!!. Further into our stay we went for some snacks and a drink in the restaurant area. A gentleman called Kai who was working on the bar served us our drinks. We watched him clean every single table possibly 20+ and he wiped down the bar on his own whilst three other staff stood chatting at reception doing nothing. Kai literally went above and beyond to keep the reception area/restaurant area spotless. An absolute grafter and whilst we thought all the staff were great he was an absolute exception. Just needed to say what a fab worker he was.

We were happy once moved rooms, but the smell of cannabis in the first room was horrendous. We then came back at 4am to the reception area stinking as well. Someone had been smoking outside but had I had my kids there I’d of probably moved hotels for the night.

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Deborah

9.1

August 2024

The location to the Trafford Centre and Trams was very convenient. The hotel was clean and the staff, all but one, were very friendly and helpful.

There was one staff member, and I didn't get her name. She was older, short with blonde hair, who we found to be unhelpful and rude. We asked for help for something, and she brushed us off and said just a minute but never came back. When we returned later that evening, she was on reception with another staff member. The guy she was working with greeted us and was very pleasant. She, on the other hand, didn't even acknowledge us. I feel she is not happy in her job

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Emily

8.2

August 2024

Location was perfect, 2 minute walk to get to shopping centre. So easy to get the tram or an Uber to another location (fairly cheap too!). Staff were very friendly and welcoming. Breakfast was amazing!!!! Great cooked breakfast and the croissants were fantastic! The room was spacious, telly worked fine, bathroom was lovely.

Not a fan of paying for hotel parking if we have paid to stay in the hotel itself. The room was incredibly hot all the time. Changed the settings etc but not much difference so turned it off completely. Doesn’t help that the room had no window to open.

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Emma

10

July 2024

Booked a Saturday-Monday with family The location for what I needed was superb as soon as I arrived I was met with such professional kind hospitality the staff were helpful with everything it was a great experience all round I would use it again. The shower was amazing I really liked the choice of shower gel and hand soap they have already in the hotel , along with tea and coffee equipment in the room it’s just what you need. the beds were comfortable and the AC was easy to work and adjust my eldest slept on the pullout sofa bed they said it wasn’t too great but for a short stay it was fine. Breakfast had choices and was easy to navigate.

I thought everything was great maybe the space between bed and walking was little small but that’s only because I’m ever so clumsy and kept tripping up oh and my personal thought was I didn’t think the window was big enough I like a lot of natural light but that’s just me. The lighting in the room made up for more of it.

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Luria

8.2

March 2025

We expected the rooms to be close together, but the staff gave us a connecting room, which was brilliant. One of the rooms is even bigger so we can stay comfortably with 3 children and 2 dogs also.

Booking.com states that it is a pet friendly hotel with parking. When we booked, it didn't mention about extra costs on £5 parking and £20 per dog. So when we got there, we were surprised that we had to pay £45 extra given that I am a member of the IHG club already. The staff said no discount for IHG member.

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Ian

8.2

April 2025

The staff were friendly and helpful. The parking is good and secure. Location is good for Trafford centre and old Trafford. Simple hotel that had what’s needed

Dirty room, not cleaned well, they did clean it again for us when requested. But things were stained. Shower was still dirty. For the amount it cost per night it wasn’t really acceptable, I’m surprised they were so relaxed about it. Beds are small and quite hard, not usually too bothered for one night stay but didn’t make it restful.

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Michael

10

September 2024

The room was very comfortable the bathroom was more than adequate there was no outside noise with a busy road and tram service outside the window. Free Wi-Fi was a bonus some are still charging? The car park was great to just park my car and use public transport especially in the city, shame we still had to pay £3.00 a night though (it could have been absorbed into the room rate without really noticing) The breakfast was good but I would have preferred a choice of eggs fried or poached. All in all I will be using IHG again

Points of Interest Around Holiday Inn Express - Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY, an IHG Hotel

Attractions

Imperial War Museum North

1.4mi

The Lowry

1.7mi

John Rylands Library

3.7mi

Manchester Cathedral

4mi

Strawberry Field

23.4mi

Peak District National Park

24.5mi

Penny Lane

24.7mi

Metropolitan Cathedral

26.4mi

Liverpool Cathedral

26.7mi

Walker Art Gallery

26.8mi

Cavern Club

27.2mi

Beatles Story

27.4mi

Royal Albert Dock

27.4mi

Pier Head

27.6mi

Chester Zoo

28.1mi

Restaurants

Amenities of Holiday Inn Express - Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY, an IHG Hotel

Restaurant

Free wifi

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

Soundproof rooms

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Soundproof

Stay rules - Holiday Inn Express - Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY, an IHG Hotel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Holiday Inn Express - Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY, an IHG Hotel

Does Holiday Inn Express - Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY, an IHG Hotel allow guests to stay with pets?

Yes, you can stay with your pet at the Holiday Inn Express - Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY.

What's the check-in and check-out schedule at Holiday Inn Express - Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY, an IHG Hotel?

Guests at Holiday Inn Express - Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY, an IHG Hotel can check in starting from 02:00 PM and need to check out by 11:00 AM.

Does Holiday Inn Express - Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY, an IHG Hotel offer complimentary parking?

Yes, there is affordable parking available at Holiday Inn Express - Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY. It costs £5 per day and is on-site public parking. Reservations are not required.

What are the rates at Holiday Inn Express - Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY, an IHG Hotel?

Holiday Inn Express - Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY, an IHG Hotel's room rates start around $80. Rates, however, may vary depending on room choices and stay period. Please provide your dates for real-time prices.

What types of rooms does Holiday Inn Express - Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY, an IHG Hotel offer?

At the Holiday Inn Express - Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY, there are several types of rooms available. These include a Standard King Room with Sofa Bed, a Twin Room, a Twin Room with Mobility Access, a Double Room, and a Room Selected at Check-In. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. The room sizes are all 258 sqft and the bed configurations vary, including options such as king size beds, twin beds, sofa beds, and double beds.

How can guests spend their time at Holiday Inn Express - Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY, an IHG Hotel?

Guests staying at Holiday Inn Express - Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY can spend their time enjoying the leisure amenities available at the hotel. They can relax and unwind at the bar, sipping on their favorite drinks and socializing with fellow guests. For those who want to stay active, there is a fitness center where guests can engage in a workout session.

In terms of dining options, guests can enjoy a meal at the on-site restaurant, The Express Cafe & Bar. Here, they can indulge in delicious dishes and satisfy their cravings without having to leave the hotel premises.

Overall, guests have the opportunity to make the most of their stay by making use of the leisure facilities and dining options provided at Holiday Inn Express - Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY.

Is there an in-house restaurant at Holiday Inn Express - Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY, an IHG Hotel?

Yes, the hotel has a restaurant on site called The Express Cafe & Bar.

Does Holiday Inn Express - Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY, an IHG Hotel accept credit cards and cash payments?

Holiday Inn Express - Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY, an IHG Hotel accepts credit card payments. Cash payments are not accepted. Accepted credit cards include American Express, Visa, Mastercard, and Maestro.