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The Alan

4.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Canal Street

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In the heart of Manchester, The Alan offers a warm welcome with a daily manager's reception, a coffee shop, and dry cleaning services. Enjoy high-speed WiFi, unwind at the bar or restaurant while savoring cooked-to-order breakfast in this upscale hotel revitalized in 2021.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

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Classic Double Double

8,2 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Classic Double Room 1

  • Sleeps 2

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Classic

8,4 out of 10
Very good
(81 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Signature

9,2 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Deluxe

9,6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Signature Suite

8,0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Signature Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Signature Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Signature Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Classic Double Double Room

  • Sleeps 4

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About the area

Map
18 Princess Street, Manchester, England, M1 4LG

What's nearby

  • St. Peter's Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Piccadilly Gardens - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Canal Street - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Manchester Central Convention Complex - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Deansgate - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 23 min drive
  • John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 53 min drive
  • Manchester Manchester Oxford Road Station - 7 min walk
  • Manchester Oxford Road Station - 8 min walk
  • Manchester Piccadilly Station - 11 min walk
  • St Peters Square Station - 2 min walk
  • Mosley Street Station - 5 min walk
  • Picadilly Gardens Station - 7 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪200 Degrees Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Waterhouse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Vienna Coffee House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Alan

When you stay at The Alan, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Canal Street and Piccadilly Gardens. You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Also, Deansgate and O2 Apollo Manchester are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers love the comfortable beds and helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: St Peters Square Station is 2 minutes and Mosley Street Station is 5 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 137 rooms
    • Arranged over 7 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
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Parking

    • 24-hours off-site parking nearby (GBP 30 per day); discounts available
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Coworking spaces

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Built in 1877
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Reception hall
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 40
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 40
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stairway handrail height (inches): 36
  • Hand-held showerheads
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • 6 stairs to reach property
  • Tile flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Local maps

Special features

Dining

Drink at The Alan - Onsite lobby lounge. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Dine at The Alan - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: GBP 50 per accommodation, per stay

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: GBP 1.20 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 17.00 for adults and GBP 17.00 for children
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for GBP 50 per night

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 30 per day (525 ft away; open 24 hours)

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and mobile payments. Cash is not accepted. 
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Barclaycard
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay, Apple Pay and PayPal.
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

Arora Hotel
Princess St. Hotel previously Arora Hotel
Arora Manchester
Arora Manchester Hotel
Hotel Arora
Hotel Arora Manchester
Manchester Arora
Manchester Arora Hotel
Manchester Hotel Arora
Arora International Hotel Manchester
Manchester Arora International Hotel
Princess St. Hotel Manchester
Princess St. Hotel
Princess St. Manchester
Princess St.
Princess St. Hotel (previously Arora Manchester Hotel)
Arora Hotel Manchester
The Alan Hotel
Princess St Hotel
Princess St. Hotel
The Alan Manchester
The Alan Hotel Manchester

Frequently asked questions

Does The Alan offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Alan does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Alan?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Alan?

No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Alan?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Alan?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Grosvenor Casino Bolton (19-min drive) is nearby.

Are there restaurants at or near The Alan?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Drink at The Alan.

What's the area around The Alan like?

The Alan is in Manchester City Centre, a short 2-minute walk from St Peters Square Station and 4 minutes' walk from Canal Street. Travelers say the local area is good for shopping and very central.

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Reviews

The Alan Reviews

8,6

Excellent

9,0

Cleanliness

8,4

Amenities

8,8

Staff & service

8,4

Eco-friendliness

8,4

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as really delicious, good, excellent, and well-prepared with plenty of choice. (73 reviews)
  • Breakfast options were endless and absolutely brilliant, with choices of full cooked buffet, continental, and cooked to order. (6 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Very good

We had a really pleasant stay! Very central to town! Perfect location!
Sarah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was clean, modern, and in a great location. Room amenities were excellent. Staff was helpful.
Nicola, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I really enjoyed the general decor/aesthetic of the room!
Ross, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay - the team were so friendly, rooms were super stylish and the location was excellent
Phoebe, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel, service and staff very friendly. Arrived early and our room was ready which was a bonus. Breakfast was great. Our room was spacious and the bed extremely comfortable. They only thing was the bin men made a lot of noise
Lorraine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Central location; large clean room.
Michael, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Quirky and great location

Great location and friendly staff. Quirky unpainted fresh plaster room! Parking is pricey even with hotel discount
James, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The most amazing stay

The most incredible stay. Beautiful decor and amazing location, however, what makes the Alan so special is the team. Everyone made us feel soooo welcomed and made my partner feel so special on his birthday, with a balloon in the room & a drink to celebrate. We will be back!
Sorcha, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the room, spacious and upgraded prior for £10
Serena, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Top service and a lovely hotel

Great hotel in a perfect location.
Brendan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place

Great place to stay in Manchester Great views
Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely spacious room and good breakfast
Iona, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hotel in great location

Stunning hotel and very quirky. A real find, so close to everything. I can’t believe I never knew about it. Will always stay here know when I visit home. Everything about the stay was great but the breakfast is highly recommended!!!
Emma, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Manchester Option

Very lovely hotel! Special shoutout to the woman who took our bags as we were early for check in. She was extraordinarily efficient and friendly. The cocktail were exceptional.
Cindy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic

Excellent hotel The best hotel breakfast in Manchester- quality fantastic
Gary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel in the centre, never had a bad stay.
Dave, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely hotel stayed here a few times. Close to China town, Canal Street and shopping. Breakfast was super as we had the option of continental, full English buffet breakfast also poached and scramble eggs
Gary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable room with all amenities in a good location. Breakfast was excellent
Karen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Top notch stay.

Stayed one night, very clean comfortable and modern. Breakfast was very nice, Staff very helpful and friendly. Would definitely recommend it to anyone who was staying over in Manchester. 5,🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 All round, thanks for a lovely stay at the Alan
Ian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A very cool, hip, well-designed industrial/deco space (with an excellent breakfast)… for avid travelers who like attention to detail, but don’t need to be coddled, or think «nice hotel» means a big chandelier and enormous reception desk. I’d definitely stay here again…
Alan, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Well located hotel

Handy location and ideal for a business trip
Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stayed here on a Friday night in a signature room. Bed was super comfy & room spacious. Great location & easy to walk anywhere in a he city
Michelle, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Rooms are not soundproofed and noisy. People moving around in other rooms above or to the side are loud and can be clearly heard.
liam, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Alan Manchester

Cool and modern hotel in a renovated old building in the heart of Manchester. Staff are great, friendly and helpful.
James, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

A converted hotel, well priced for the area which is styled with exposed services, visible ducts etc and leans into this aesthetic. Really handy location.
David, 1-night trip