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About the Hotel

18 Princess Street, Manchester, United Kingdom, M1 4LY
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Rooms

Spread across five room categories, The Alan offers spacious accommodations with large cosy beds and rainfall showers. Guests can choose from a Classic Double Double with two double beds to a Signature Suite that includes multiple windows with city views and a lounge area. The room design highlights the building's history with exposed brickwork and original windows.

Dining

SITU, the hotel's on-site restaurant, serves seasonal small plates featuring British sourced ingredients from breakfast to dinner. The hotel collaborates with local breweries and distilleries to provide a range of beverages that complement the menu. Guests can enjoy all-day dining in an industrial-inspired setting.

Location

The hotel is situated in the center of Manchester, just a short walk from both Manchester Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria railway stations. This strategic location allows easy access to the city's tram network at St Peters Square, providing convenient travel options to major attractions. Guests can explore nearby landmarks, including Manchester Art Gallery and Chinatown.

Event Spaces

The Alan offers versatile spaces for private meetings and events, with the ability to combine rooms for larger gatherings. The SITU event space adapts easily to suit various occasions, from award shows to pop-ups. With a maximum capacity of 220 standing guests, the venue is equipped for a range of functions.

Sustainability

The Alan is committed to sustainability, using local suppliers and recycled materials in its design. The hotel has reduced carbon emissions and plastic use significantly, while also implementing energy-efficient technologies. Future plans include expanding green technologies and eco-friendly travel options.

Highlights

Location: centrally located near major railway stations

Dining: on-site restaurant SITU with seasonal menus

Event Spaces: versatile setting for events and exhibitions

Sustainability: energy-efficient technologies and local sourcing

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
The Classic Double
2 persons
250 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Classic Double Double
2 persons
325 sq. feet 
2 Double beds
Shower
Heating
The Signature Double
2 persons
250 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Signature Deluxe Double
2 persons
370 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

  • Cots

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

18 Princess Street, Manchester, United Kingdom, M1 4LY
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18 Princess Street, Manchester, United Kingdom, M1 4LY
Nearby
Gallery
Manchester Art Gallery
700 ft
Lloyd Street Albert Square
Manchester Town Hall
700 ft
Library
Manchester Central Library
900 ft
Square
Albert Square
1000 ft
Event hall
Manchester Central
1600 ft
Park
Piccadilly Gardens
2000 ft
Church
St Ann's Church
1600 ft
Square
St Peter's Square
600 ft
Church
St Mary's Church
1400 ft
Chorlton & Canal Sts
Gay Village
1900 ft
70 Oxford Street
Cornerhouse Gallery
1800 ft
Art object
Abraham Lincoln Statue
1300 ft
Fairfield Street Sackville Park
Alan Turing Memorial
1400 ft
Restaurants
Try Thai
400 ft
52-54 Faulkner Street Upper G/F
24 Bar and Grill
0 ft
24 Princess Street
Yang Sing
300 ft
34 Princess Street
Lawn Coffee
100 ft
18-24 Princess Street Princess St. Hotel
Pinwei
200 ft
28 Princess Street
Manchester Art Gallery Cafe
100 ft
Mosley Street
Sangam Manchester City Centre
700 ft
98 Portland Street
The Vienna Coffee House
400 ft
74 Mosley Street
Teppanyaki Chinatown
1100 ft
58/60 George Street Chinatown
Don Giovanni
800 ft
Peter House Oxford Street 1 Peter House
Getting around
City Centre
Manchester3 min  ·  700 ft
Airports
Manchester Airport (MAN)22 min  ·  9.1 mi
Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL)81 min  ·  33.3 mi
Train
Manchester Piccadilly10 min  ·  2700 ft
Bus
Bus stop4 min  ·  1000 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby at GBP 27 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of GBP20 per person per day. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Czech, Romanian, Polish, Greek, Russian, Turkish, Bulgarian, Slovak
Number of floors:
7
Number of rooms:
137
Former name
Princess Street Hotel

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