Holiday Inn Express Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY in Manchester
✅ Close proximity to Trafford Centre, described as 'very close' and '5 minutes walking distance'. ✅ Friendly and helpful staff praised in multiple reviews, noted as 'faultless' and 'so kindly helpful'. ✅ Rooms generally clean and comfortable, with comments like 'room was clean and comfortable' and 'spotless and well-maintained'. ✅ Breakfast included and considered good with 'ample options' and a 'good choice of food'. ✅ Free parking on site appreciated by guests. ✅ Fitness centre and facilities for disabled guests available. ❌ Some reports of maintenance issues such as slow internet, TV not working, and towel service lapses. ❌ One guest mentioned a negative experience with front desk staff described as 'rude, belittling and patronising'. ❌ Rooms described as small for North American visitors and some rooms located far from elevators. ❌ Breakfast options noted as repetitive by some guests. ❌ Lack of EV charging facilities on site was noted as an area for improvement.
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Description
Holiday Inn Express Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY is a 3-star hotel offering a wide variety of room types, from Economy rooms to Junior Suites and Apartments, accommodating different traveler needs. The hotel features air conditioning, free parking, a fitness centre, and a restaurant serving breakfast daily from 6:30 to 10:00. It provides facilities for disabled guests, family rooms, and designated smoking areas. Guests appreciate the hotel's cleanliness, with a cleanliness rating of 9/10, and generally friendly and helpful staff. The hotel has modern amenities including WiFi, express check-in/out, luggage storage, and meeting facilities. Pets are allowed with prior arrangements. The property requires a £50 deposit, refundable within 14 days after check-out. Although some guests noted room size and occasional maintenance issues, the location and service level consistently receive high marks.
Location
Located at 2 Mercury Way, Trafford Urmston, the hotel is about a 5-minute walk from the Trafford Centre mall, a major shopping destination in Manchester. The Trafford Palazzo tram station is just outside the hotel, providing easy access to Manchester city centre and nearby attractions. While it is approximately 219 km from Luton Airport (LTN), the hotel’s proximity to local transport makes it convenient for visitors arriving by train or car. Free parking on site adds to the convenience for those driving. This location is especially suited for travelers attending events at the nearby BEC Arena or visiting the Trafford Centre for shopping and dining.
Tips
- If you rely on electric vehicle charging, note that the hotel currently does not offer EV charging points onsite, though fast chargers are nearby.
- Consider requesting a room closer to the elevators if mobility is a concern, as some rooms are at the end of hallways.
- Breakfast is included with many bookings, but the menu options tend to be consistent daily, so plan accordingly if you prefer variety.
Policies and conditions
- Child policies: Children of all ages are welcome at this property. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
- Cribs and Extra Beds: For all room types, cribs can be added, but extra beds cannot be added. Fees for extra beds and cribs are not included in the total and must be paid at the hotel.
- Breakfast: Boxed/packaged food [Mon - Sun] 06:30-10:00 Open Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
- Deposit Policy: Deposit required A fixed amount of £50.00 (approx. US$68.27) is charged. This property accepts credit cards The deposit will be returned to the original account of payment within 14 days after check-out.
- Pets: Pets are allowed Types of pets allowed: dogs, cats Fee: Contact the property for details
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
- Paying at the hotel: MasterCard, AmericanExpress, Visa
- Check in time: 14:00. Check out time: 11:00.
Services and facilities
- Air conditioning
- Elevator/lift
- Smoking areas
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Express check-in/check-out
- Television in lobby
- Fire Extinguisher
- Outdoor furniture
- Reception desk
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Family room
- Smoke Detector
- Toiletries
- Accessibility features
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Safe-deposit box
- Concierge services
- Luggage storage
- Wake-up service
- Telephone
- Bar
- Coffee/tea for guests
- Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Kettle
- Free Wi-Fi
- Taxi booking
- English
- French
- Parking
- Parking nearby
- Fax and copy machine
- Meeting and presentation facilities
- Conference Hall
- Fitness facilities
- Gym
- First Aid Kit
- Pets allowed
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Reviews
Be careful if your black the front desk staff kelsey with braces and brown hair was rude, belitting and very patronising upon arrival and was very mean.
Location is good near central
Parking on site
Overall good
Lovely placement, 10 min walk from the Trafford centre, amazing!
Nice breakfast and good choice of food.
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Frequently asked questions about Holiday Inn Express Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY
What room types are available at Holiday Inn Express Manchester - TRAFFORDCITY?
The hotel offers a variety of room types including Economy room, Standard room with city view, 1 Bedroom Standard room, Superior room, Deluxe room, Premium room, Grand room, Junior Suite, Apartment, Studio, and Quadruple Studio among others.
Is breakfast included with the room rate?
Breakfast is available daily from 6:30 to 10:00 and included in some rates, but additional breakfast fees may apply depending on the booking.
Are pets allowed at the hotel?
Yes, pets including dogs and cats are allowed. Contact the property directly for details on fees and policies.
Does the hotel have parking and is it free?
The hotel offers free parking on site for guests.
How close is the hotel to public transportation?
The Trafford Palazzo tram station is located just outside the hotel, offering easy access to Manchester city centre and surrounding areas.
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