Executive Double Room
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Heating
Hotel · Manchester · Greater Manchester
The Gardens Hotel
A 3-star Manchester hotel with 100 rooms, a 5-minute walk from Piccadilly Station and steps from Northern Quarter bars.
- 100 rooms
- 500 metres from Gay Village
- 24-hour reception
7.2
Very good
9524 reviews
Booking.com 7.2 · 9524 reviews
About
The Gardens Hotel
The Gardens Hotel sits on Piccadilly in central Manchester, 500 metres from the Gay Village and right by the Northern Quarter's bars. With 100 rooms, it's a compact, straightforward base for exploring the city on foot.
Rooms range from singles to executive doubles, some without windows. The hotel has a restaurant and bar, luggage storage, a lift, and pets are allowed. A welcome drink is offered on arrival.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
3 reasons to book- Unbeatable central location — Guests repeatedly singled out the hotel's position, with several calling it 'unbeatable' and noting the Arndale shopping centre is less than a 5-minute walk away.
- Friendly, helpful staff — Multiple reviews highlight the pleasant and helpful reception team, and the Staff rating category sits at 8.4 — the highest of all categories.
- Good-value breakfast — Guests described the breakfast as 'sensational', 'generous', and 'good value', and it's included in at least some rates.
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Worth weighing
3 to weigh- Facilities score is the weakest point — The Facilities rating category is just 6.2, the lowest in the set, suggesting the hotel's amenities and common areas may feel dated or limited.
- Windowless rooms available — The hotel offers Double, Single, and Twin rooms without windows — a structural option that some guests may find surprising.
- Value rating is middling — At 7.0, the Value category is below the overall rating, implying some guests felt the price-to-experience ratio wasn't always exceptional.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Double Room
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
Single Room
- 1 Single bed
- Shower
- Heating
Twin Room
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
Double Room without Window
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
Single Room without Window
- 1 Single bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
Twin Room without Window
- 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
- 24-hour reception
- Lift
- Luggage storage
- Security
Food & Drink
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge area
- Welcome drink
- Tea and coffee facilities
Room Comfort
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Carpeted floor
- Flat-screen TV
- Direct dial telephone
- AM/FM alarm clock
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom & Essentials
- Free toiletries
- Shower
- Bathtub
- Electric kettle
Family & Safety
- Cots
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Pets allowed
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 7.2/10 from 9,524 reviews
Booking.com · 7.2 · 9524 reviews
7.2Verified guest“Rooms were well-equipped and the bar area felt modern.”
7.2Verified guest“The room offered good value for the price.”
7.2Verified guest“Breakfast was outstanding.”
7.2Verified guest“The location was hard to beat — a 10-15 minute walk from Piccadilly Station. The area felt pleasant, and the included breakfast was generous.”
7.2Verified guest“Central location.”
7.2Verified guest“The location was superb, right by Manchester Piccadilly.”
04 — Location
Getting around Manchester
The property sits in Manchester.
Gay Village: 500 metres from the hotel, this lively district is known for its bars, clubs, and canal-side terraces.
Northern Quarter: Immediately by the hotel, this area is packed with independent bars, vintage shops, and street art.
Arndale Shopping Centre: Less than a 5-minute walk away, one of Manchester's main shopping destinations.
Manchester Piccadilly Station: A 10-15 minute walk, or a short tram ride, connects you to national rail services.
55 Piccadilly, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 2AP, United Kingdom
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 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
- Allowed
- Property
- 100 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 by 11:00.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, pets are allowed at The Gardens Hotel.
Is there parking on site?
The hotel does not list parking as an amenity. There is no dedicated on-site parking mentioned.
Is breakfast included?
Guests frequently mention breakfast being included in their stay, but the input doesn't specify a universal policy. The reviews call it 'included' and 'good value' — it's worth confirming at booking.
Are there rooms without windows?
Yes, the hotel offers Double, Single, and Twin rooms without windows, which may affect your choice.
The bottom line
A solid, well-located central Manchester hotel where staff and location earn the praise. If you're after a straightforward base with easy access to Piccadilly Station and the Northern Quarter, it delivers — though those wanting modern facilities may look elsewhere.
7.2Based on 9,524 reviews and a 7.2 rating
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