DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Piccadilly

DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Piccadilly Overview

First Impressions

Walking into DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Piccadilly feels like stepping into the pulse of Manchester itself. The lobby has that polished business hotel vibe — you know, marble floors and contemporary furniture — but there’s something genuinely welcoming about the place that goes beyond the signature warm chocolate chip cookies they hand out at check-in. I mean, those cookies are actually pretty good, and after a long journey, that small touch really does make a difference.

Location & Getting Around

Honestly, the location is what makes this four-star hotel shine. You’re literally in Piccadilly, which means everything worth seeing in Manchester is either walkable or a quick tram ride away. The Northern Quarter with its indie shops and street art? About ten minutes on foot. Old Trafford or the Etihad? Easy tram connections from Piccadilly Gardens, which is right around the corner. What I really appreciated was being able to grab dinner at one of the canal-side restaurants in Castlefield and still walk back without needing a taxi — that’s the kind of freedom you want when you’re exploring a city.

The Room Experience

The room I stayed in was on the eighth floor, and while it wasn’t huge, it was thoughtfully designed with those floor-to-ceiling windows that actually open (rare these days). The bed was genuinely comfortable — I’m usually a light sleeper in hotels, but I slept through the night without any street noise bothering me. The bathroom was modern with a proper shower that had decent water pressure, and there were enough outlets near the desk for all my devices. Small detail, but the blackout curtains actually worked, which made a real difference for sleeping in.

Dining & Amenities

The restaurant downstairs serves solid British fare — nothing revolutionary, but well-executed comfort food that hits the spot after a day of walking around the city. Breakfast was the full English spread you’d expect, plus continental options, and the coffee was better than average for a hotel this size. There’s also a bar area that gets busy with both guests and locals in the evening, which actually creates a nice atmosphere. The fitness center is compact but has the essentials if you need to squeeze in a workout.

Why Guests Love It

What really sets this place apart is how it balances being a proper business hotel with genuine hospitality. The staff seem to actually know the city — when I asked about getting to a specific vintage shop in the Northern Quarter, the concierge gave me walking directions and mentioned a good coffee place along the way. You can tell this is a hotel that gets a lot of repeat visitors, and there’s a reason for that. It’s not trying to be the flashiest place in Manchester, but it delivers on the fundamentals while putting you right in the heart of everything that makes this city worth visiting.

DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Piccadilly Accommodations

Reviews of DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Piccadilly

• Rosie from United Kingdom (9/10)

  location
  breakfast
  nice big bed
  air con

• Yauman from Malaysia (9/10)

  Everything

• Faye from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Great hotel, the staff were very friendly and professional. Breakfast was excellent, rooms were spotless, and beds were comfortable. Good shower with nice toiletries in the bathroom. Very convenient location near the train station. The bar area is also nice to pop in for a drink.

• Stephen from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Good central location.

• Conor from Ireland (8/10)

  The locations was perfect for what we wanted, Train, Tram and places to eat. Perfect spot to stay for if you are going to a football match. Food is great

• Neil from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Fabulous hotel if you're visiting Manchester, particularly for football. Great room, facilities and breakfast – all overseen by excellent staff. While all were great, special mention to Marian and Joshua who we personally dealt with and went above and beyond to assist us. Top tip if you're going to football, stay here, leave your luggage and you can fly in quickly ahead of your train home as it is so close to the station.

• Peter from United Kingdom (8/10)

  All went well

• Chris from United Kingdom (9/10)

  The friendliest of the staff nothing was too much trouble excellent

• Hunt from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Walking distance from Piccadilly station, excellent reception staff, good bar and lounge area, good size room with comfy bed and a modern bathroom with very nice free toiletries. Excellent breakfast with helpful staff.

• Graham from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Room was nice
  Breakfast was good

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