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Motel One Piccadilly, Manchester

34 London Road, Piccadilly, Manchester, M1 2PF, United Kingdom. (show on map)

Motel One Manchester-Piccadilly, which opened in 2015, is a smart, design-focused hotel located right in the city’s transport hub. The building itself is a clever piece of modern architecture, featuring a 14-storey tower that wraps around a historic local pub, the Monroes. This clever placement pays homage to the site’s past, as it sits on land once occupied by “The Twisted Wheel,” an infamous music venue legendary in the Northern Soul scene.

The hotel’s interior design is a love letter to Manchester’s identity. The common areas, known as the “One Lounge,” are themed around the city’s rich musical heritage, the Industrial Revolution, and the iconic Manchester Worker Bee. You will find artistic nods to Britpop throughout, including portraits of local legends and decor that reflects a cool, backstage atmosphere.

Beyond the design, the hotel is incredibly practical. Its location just steps from Manchester Piccadilly Station makes it an effortless base for exploring. You are within a short walk of the vibrant Northern Quarter, the shopping mecca of the Arndale Centre, and the cultural delights of the Manchester Art Gallery.

For those wanting a local experience, the bar menu even features city-inspired cocktails like “The Worker Bee.” It manages to feel both modern and deeply connected to the city’s gritty, creative soul, providing a stylish yet affordable home base for anyone looking to dive into the heart of Manchester.

Expert reviews

New York Times review:

“Across from the Piccadilly Rail Station, the sleek design inside Motel One, an outpost of the German budget hotel chain, makes up for the more dingy feel of the street outside.”

Featured in New York Times’ 36 Hours in Manchester.

Guest rating

4.5 out of 5.0

Ranked 5th in Manchester


This an aggregated guest review rating of Motel One Piccadilly, Manchester. We have taken customer review ratings from hotel booking sites, search engines, the official hotel website and other travel platforms. This is the average of all those ratings. We only list places that have a guest review rating of at least 4.0 out of 5.0


What guests liked


Value for Money

90.8 %

Ranked 5th in Manchester


We use a smart algorithm to determine the value for money each hotel offers. The score is based on a combination of aggregated guest review ratings and the average nightly rate. The higher the percentage, the better the overall value you receive for the price you pay.


Location

Recent guest reviews

5.0
Carter

22 June 2026

Exceptional

Location was fab. Hotel was very quiet ,even though it was in a busy location and it was a busy hotel. Bed was really comfortable and the room was air-conditioned for when we arrived.

A massive queue to check in wasn't ideal on a extremely hot day.

5.0
Cathy

22 June 2026

Excellent

Friendly clean and value money

Checking in Ques too big congested

4.5
Polykarpos

22 June 2026

Very good hotel.

Location, breakfast, friendly staff, cleanliness.

Room could have more shelfs, and surfaces. Bathroom a little small but functional.

4.5
Thomas

22 June 2026

Recommended

Excellent value, great location.

4.5
Amanda

22 June 2026

Very comfortable, very convenient

Clean central and quiet

Proper cups or mugs in the rooms and enough tea coffee and milk for more than one cup

5.0
Jenna

21 June 2026

Brilliant hotel

Clean, staff helpful, ideal rooms

5.0
Yvonne

21 June 2026

Apart from the one thing above, overall it was a lovely pleasant stay. We could not check in until after attending the c

Really nice and clean, and relaxing environment.

We arrived early so could not check in. We were told the toilets weren’t available due to leaks and could not use them to get changed in.

5.0
Sofia

21 June 2026

Comfortable

Always our go-to, great location, good service, clean

5.0
Michael

21 June 2026

Perfect

Location, efficiency and cleanliness

4.5
Patricia

21 June 2026

Night out

The room was spacious, comfortable, and clean , had a good size shower , good night's sleep in a comfy bed,

It was a little pricey at £197, with no breakfast included.

4.5
Patricia

21 June 2026

I was very impressed with the motel in a very good location.

Didn't have breakfast

Not enough staff on the bar in the evening. Also, no draught drinks. Not much water pressure on the shower head.

5.0
Michelle

21 June 2026

Excellent and will definitely be back!

The whole vibe was amazing but honestly it’s the staff who made the visit outstanding. They’re so friendly and couldn’t do enough for you

Nothing

5.0
Maria

21 June 2026

Exceptional

Staff were very helpful

5.0
Paul

21 June 2026

Prime location for us to travel to etihad for take that concert. Staff were very friendly.

Very clean and safe. Staff on reception were very attentive

Nothing

4.0
Samantha

21 June 2026

Good but overpriced due to events

Location

Price for a 3 star

4.5
Pearse

21 June 2026

Fabulous

The room was lovely and clean bed was very comfortable and and shower was excellent

Very think the staff was very kind and very helpful

4.5
Waldby

21 June 2026

Fabulous

The staff were incredibly helpful and friendly throughout my stay. The room was spotless, the bed was really comfortable, and the food was absolutely lovely. Everything felt well looked after and welcoming.

4.5
Brendan

21 June 2026

Great place to be for a good stay in a great city

Really great location next to the station and also close to the main city

Rooms were a little basic but still really all you need

5.0
Susan

21 June 2026

AN enjoyable stay in a good situated position to be able to get around the sights,

I picked this hotel as it was very close to the Station and the Metrolink was in the Station which we needed to go to The Etihad Stadium to see, with many thousands!!! Take That.

I cannot honestly say I found anything I didn’t like. We came by train from Nottingham, enjoyed the journey with no stress parking, the hotel is very modern and the staff were very attentive and helpful as we left our bags twice whilst we went out Friday and today and we picked them up just prior to going for our train. The was a good selection of breakfast items all very nicely displayed, beds were comfortable, bathroom beautiful. It was well worth the cost

5.0
Alison

21 June 2026

Good sleep

Staff are very professional and friendly. Location is great for station and trams to stadium and arena concerts. Second stay in last 3 months for concerts. Probably wouldn’t book anywhere else as this hotel is great. Good AC in room as it was quite warm last night

Nothing it’s just perfect

5.0
Laura

20 June 2026

Excellent

Great location. Lovely and clean, modern and great staff

4.5
Gillian

20 June 2026

Would stay again

Location, value for money, well thought out, very reasonably priced bar

Paper cups instead of mugs in the bedroom.

4.0
Fiona

20 June 2026

Very good

Clean bathroom, comfortable bed, decent coffee in room

Chair and table a bit small

5.0
Linda

20 June 2026

A comfortable overnight stay.

Easy booking, check in and check out. Friendly staff. Good location as close to train station which is perfect for an overnight stay in the middle of travelling. 24 hour service is appreciated.

4.0
Suzbox

20 June 2026

Very good

Friendly staff & Picadilly station right over the road

Very noisy due to location Paper cups in room

4.5
Trevor

20 June 2026

Fabulous

The shower was lovely but the floor got slippy when wet

Shower floor got slippery when wet

4.0
Dimitra

19 June 2026

Ideal for short stays

Clean and in a convenient location. Ideal for short stays.

Room could be a little small for two people

4.0
Sarah

19 June 2026

Manchester Motel One

Location was fabulous. Beds were comfortable and room was very clean. Staff were welcoming and friendly.

No proper cups for coffee, the cardboard ones were ideal if taking your coffee to go. Probably me being old fashioned but I like to drink tea and coffee out of a cup.

4.0
Alice

19 June 2026

Very good

Location and hotel environment

Not much.

5.0
Patrick

19 June 2026

Exceptional

So close to everything and the young lady on reception with the blonde hair absolutely friendly and so helpful I also like the long pillows in the room would like to know where to get them

5.0
Andrew

19 June 2026

Exceptional

Great welcome from staff, room was very quiet and comfortable. Thank you.

The only thing I could have done with was a USB outlet in the room. I don't know if these were present in communal areas on the ground floor.

5.0
Angela

19 June 2026

Prime location and fantastic value

Prime location. Fantastic value Clean and safe

5.0
Harriet

19 June 2026

Amazing and enjoyable experience

I absolutely love everything about this place! From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted by an amazing fresh scent, and the entire store is spotless and beautifully maintained. The staff are always so friendly, welcoming, and genuinely helpful,they take the time to answer questions and make sure you have a great experience. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, which makes every visit enjoyable. I always leave happy and would highly recommend this place to anyone!

The only small thing I didn’t like was that my drink was served in a paper cup. I think it would have made the experience even better if it had been served in a proper mug, especially when sitting in. Other than that, everything was excellent.

5.0
Susan

18 June 2026

A great place to stay

The whole ambience was great very very friendly and helpful staff.

Absolutely nothing to dislike

4.5
Cliff

18 June 2026

Great value for money

Good value for money. 9 out of 10 staff were amazing, couldn't have been more helpful. Great location. Have used this hotel several times now

4.5
Gregory

17 June 2026

Fabulous

Stayed a number of times, 5 mins from Piccadilly Station. Simple rooms with good bathrooms & good bar & breakfast

N/A

5.0
Michelle

17 June 2026

Great value for money and close to all amenities

Staff were so accommodating and friendly definitely stay here again

Nothing

5.0
Korhan

16 June 2026

Exceptional

Very closed to Piccadilly. They upgraded us for a bigger room without asking.

None

5.0
Mackenzie

16 June 2026

Wonderful experience

Lovely atmosphere, stylish property and good area

5.0
Anne

16 June 2026

Exceptional

Friendly helpful clean good location just a really lovely hotel deco was lovely

4.0
Donald

15 June 2026

Very good

Modern, well presented hotel.

4.0
Rob

15 June 2026

Very good

the iron i borrowed was all burnt. And the breakfast was just continental which i wasn't aware of. A bit of back or sausage would have been nice.

5.0
Ahmad

15 June 2026

Exceptional

Super friendly. Arrived at almost midnight feeling a wee bit peckish and the reception went out of their way to suggest food options.

4.0
Louis

15 June 2026

Fantastic location and great hotel

Very close to main train station Good transport links Closeness to shops and restaurants

Nothing all was good - very impressed with the hotel

5.0
Sandra

15 June 2026

Exceptional

Friendly , prompt service

4.0
Gavin

14 June 2026

One night in heaven.

Very clean and calm hotel. Helpful staff. Nice Continental breakfast selection. Great location next to train station.

Shower head moved multiple times during shower. TV made click noise every 4 minutes. Coffee X2 is both too watery .

5.0
Wayne

14 June 2026

Exceptional

Very nice hotel the staff were very nice and welcoming as always

Nothing

5.0
Wayne

14 June 2026

Exceptional

Everything about the hotel the staff were very nice and welcoming as always

Nothing

5.0
Eyup

13 June 2026

Great hotel to stay

Everything was great 10 out of 10.. nothing much to say

5.0
James

13 June 2026

Exceptional

Breakfast is overpriced for what it is

Hotel facilities

Food & Drink

  • - Bar

Services

  • - 24-hour front desk
  • - Express check-in/check-out
  • - Luggage storage
  • - Shared lounge/TV area
  • - Daily housekeeping

General

  • - Non-smoking rooms
  • - Lift
  • - Soundproof rooms
  • - Heating
  • - Non-smoking throughout

Miscellaneous

  • - Key card access
  • - Smoke alarms
  • - CCTV in common areas
  • - Fire extinguishers
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