Where to Stay in Manchester? Our Top Manchester Apartments in Key Locations

Where to Stay in Manchester? Our Top Manchester Apartments in Key Locations

Where to Stay in Manchester? Our Top Manchester Apartments in Key Locations
19th May 2021

When it comes to choosing serviced apartments in Manchester the options available are endless. We’ve simplified the tiresome searching process by gathering the hottest apartments Manchester has to offer. Here are a few of our favourites that we hold in particular high regard due to their prime location at the centre of the action. Get to know Manchester’s unique character from a base that meets your every want and need and allows you to take full reign of the vibrant city.

Manchester map
A visual representation of our top Manchester apartments in key locations across the city

1. CitySuites

Look no further than CitySuites if luxury and style are high on your priority list. As one of our most exclusive serviced apartments in Manchester, this accommodation offers a stunning 18 metre swimming pool, state of the art gym and contemporary brasserie and bar on site. Equipped with everything you could possibly need, this home-from-home environment is ideally situated on Manchester’s city centre doorstep.

With pub gardens back on the agenda, it is the optimum location for alfresco drinking and dining this spring time. To make the most of a sunny weekend in Manchester, head to the Oast House or The Old Wellington, ideal for a bite to eat and boasting a lively atmosphere. Fortunately, canopies and heaters have got you covered if the northern weather takes a turn. When staying with CitySuites, the famous financial centre of the city, Spinningfields, ought to be a first port of call for some entertainment and shopping. Cocktail bars, restaurants and even Opera Houses can be easily reached on foot; from culture to concerts, the activity options are endless in this flourishing area.

Modern, open plan living area with a large window creating a light and bright room
A light, modern and stylish space, equipped with all the necessary amenities to make guests feel at home

2­. Whitworth Locke

Quirky and unique, Whitworth Locke is situated in the centre of Manchester, ten miles from the airport and a mere five minute walk from the nearest train station. This 19th Century converted cotton factory is one of a kind, boasting stunning communal spaces and sleek, stylish interiors. The entire building embraces character and originality, with a stunning, stand out Conservatory Bar as an additional selling point.

Experience the city at its best, as soon as you step foot out the door, with Manchester’s top bars, shops, and nightlife amassed in a buzzing atmosphere a few minutes away. Previously referred to as The Grand Old Lady of Oxford Street, The Palace Theatre practically neighbours these apartments. Attracting some of the best entertainment around, the theatre features well-known productions, as well as major touring musicals, opera, ballet, comedy and concert shows. Alternatively, take a peek at the packed calendar of events held at Whitworth Locke to keep you entertained on a night in.

Flat screen TV against a rustic, paint covered brick wall at Whitworth Locke
These quirky yet modern studio, one and two bedroom apartments include a living area, kitchenette and flat screen TV’s

3. La Reserve

Arriving to La Reserve, by car, train or plane couldn’t be easier with its ideal location for transport links.­ The spacious and modern canal view rooms are what sets this property apart from other apartments Manchester holds at its core. Guests can enjoy a delicious, traditional afternoon tea, or relax and unwind in the serenity of the bar overlooking the water any day of the week. Large open plan living/dining areas satisfy longer stays with added home comforts, and can be upgraded to impressive penthouse suites with rooftop terraces for some fantastic views. 

Old Trafford Football & Cricket Ground, Central Conference Complex, Manchester Museum of Science and Industry and Salford Quays are a handful of fantastic sights to visit on your trip. Encapsulated by a wall of hotels and retailers, and scattered with statues, Piccadilly Gardens is small but picturesque rural oasis. Often referred to as Manchester’s heart and soul, it provides a bustling, yet open, green arena for a host of music and cultural events put on throughout the year. Being a mere stone’s throw away from La Reserve, it’s a must see for an inviting escape from the surrounding built up city.

A spacious and sophisticated living/dining area overlooking the canal
A true alternative to a top end hotel with the added bonus of tranquil views over the water

4. PREMIER SUITES

Next up is PREMIER SUITES, these serviced apartments in Manchester are situated in the Fashionable Northern Quarter and remain an ideal base for travelling around the city; for the purpose of business or pleasure. Whether you’re checking in for a night or staying the year, the integral set up of a Premier Suite apartment is ideal for either arrangement. In the midst of the hustle and bustle there are plenty of sights to see nearby with Manchester Museum, Cathedral and Art Gallery in the vicinity. Travel around the city with ease and convenience as Shudehill Metrolink station is opposite your front door.

Pet friendly, flexible housekeeping, grocery delivery options and a hot spot location; this accommodation leaves no box unticked. It proudly holds Common Sense Compliance and ISAAP accreditations to put guests’ minds at ease. Make the experience your own when you stay - with a strong emphasis on independence, you have the option to cook for yourself, order takeaway or explore the local restaurants.

A delicious spread of wine and cheese features in a fully equipped PREMIER SUITES kitchen
Enjoy the finer things in life when staying in this spacious and elegant apartment at PREMIER SUITES

5. Staycity Piccadilly

Centrally located, this 182-room Aparthotel is comprised of one, two and three bedroom apartments, ideal for extended stays due to the convenience of a fully equipped kitchen and living area, providing the luxury of home comforts whilst staying in the fast paced city centre. Staycity Manchester Piccadilly also boasts a Staycafé open 24/7 and serving a continental breakfast buffet, snacks and pizzas available to enjoy from your apartment, as well as freshly ground coffee, bottled beers, ciders, wine and soft drinks. However, if you decide to venture out from the comfort of this accommodation, you’ll find yourself close to the main tourist attractions, business hives and transport hubs.

At the heart of the industrial revolution, Manchester Piccadilly Station is handy few minutes’ walk away. This historic railway linked the city with other industrial cities and defined Manchester as an important centre for travel investment, with its role as a transport hub continuing to this day. Today it plays host to a number of food, drink and shopping outlets, perfect for grabbing a coffee on the go before heading out to explore.

These apartments sleep up to five people with stylish twin and double bedrooms
Every Staycity room provides the perfect space to unwind and relax after an eventful day of exploring the city

Roomzzz Corn Exchange

Finally, we bring you Roomzzz Corn Exchange, situated in perhaps the best possible spot in Manchester City centre; sandwiched between the Arndale and Cathedral Gardens. Transport is seamless with Manchester Piccadilly train station a short four minute walk away from this prime property. Roomzzz Corn Exchange offers a spectrum of studio apartments; ranging from the simple yet stylish to the expansive and luxurious. If the spiral staircases, panoramic views and designer interiors weren’t enticing enough, the Sovereign Suite comes with its very own turret! So, feel free to unwind and relax like royalty in this gem of a property.

Rubbing shoulders with the UK’s largest city-centre shopping centre, the vast collection of shops all under one roof is an overwhelming sight to behold. Whether you’re a self-confessed shopaholic, or simply in search of a popular bar or restaurant, it doesn’t get much bigger or better than Arndale Shopping Centre. There’s no need to dread dragging the day’s purchases too far with the convenience of your Roomzzz studio just around the corner.

A softly furnished room including a luxury king sized bed, flat screen television and useful work space
When every Roomzzz king sized bed comes with a 2,000 sprung mattress a comfortable and restful night’s sleep is guaranteed

So, there you have a few of our top recommendations for your next stay in Manchester, however if you wish to continue your search, browse our entire portfolio of serviced apartments in Manchester here. Furthermore, be sure to read our take on the best beer gardens in Manchester, perfect for an evening with your work colleagues or friends.


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