Holiday Inn Manchester-Mediacityuk, an IHG Hotel Overview
First Impressions
Walking into the Holiday Inn Manchester-Mediacityuk, an IHG Hotel feels like stepping into the heart of Manchester’s media revolution. The White Tower location puts you right in the thick of Salford’s transformed waterfront — honestly, it’s hard to believe this area was just empty docks not too long ago. The lobby has that modern, clean-lined feel you’d expect from a four-star property, but what really strikes you is how the floor-to-ceiling windows frame the BBC studios and ITV complex across the way.
Location & Neighborhood
You know what’s brilliant about staying here? You’re literally surrounded by some of the UK’s biggest media companies, which means the whole area buzzes with creative energy during the week. The Lowry theatre is just a short walk away, and if you’re into football (well, who isn’t in Manchester), Old Trafford is surprisingly close. I mean, couples seem to absolutely love this spot — they’ve rated the location 9.4, and I get why. The waterfront walks along the Manchester Ship Canal are perfect for evening strolls, and there’s something quite romantic about watching the city lights reflect off the water.
The Room Experience
The room I stayed in had that signature Holiday Inn reliability — nothing fancy, but everything worked exactly as it should. The beds are properly comfortable (none of that rock-hard nonsense), and the blackout curtains actually block out light, which is crucial when you’re dealing with those bright MediaCity streetlights. What I particularly appreciated was the workspace setup — clearly designed with business travelers in mind, but honestly useful for anyone who needs to catch up on emails or plan their Manchester itinerary.
Breakfast & Dining
The breakfast spread here is actually quite impressive for a chain hotel. They’ve got everything from a proper Full English to continental options, plus they’re surprisingly good with dietary requirements — vegan, gluten-free, the works. The restaurant area gets busy during peak times (especially when there are events at the nearby venues), but the staff keep things moving smoothly. I noticed quite a few repeat guests during my stay, which always tells you something about a place’s consistency.
Why Guests Love It
There’s definitely something to be said for a hotel that knows its strengths and plays to them. The parking situation is sorted (which, trust me, is not a given in Manchester), the location scores are through the roof for good reason, and you get that reliable IHG experience without paying city center prices. Whether you’re here for business at the media companies, catching a show at The Lowry, or using it as a base to explore Manchester, this place just works. It’s not trying to be the fanciest hotel in the city — it’s just being really good at what it does.
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Holiday Inn Manchester-Mediacityuk, an IHG Hotel Accommodations
| Accommodation | Details |
|---|---|
| Standard Twin Room | 2 single beds for 2 adults, 1 child |
| Standard Double Room | 1 double bed for 2 adults, 1 child |
| 1 King Bed Standard Top Floor | 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child |
| Standard Double Room – Disability Access | 1 double bed for 2 adults, 1 child |
| Standard Room | 1 double bed, or and 2 single beds for 1 adult, 1 child |
| Standard King Room – Disability Access | 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child |
| Standard Twin Room – Top Floor | 2 single beds for 2 adults, 1 child |
Reviews of Holiday Inn Manchester-Mediacityuk, an IHG Hotel
Dnyanesh from India (9/10)
Easy access to almost every single facility around the location.Be it tram station,Old Trafford, City centre.Open and planed developed zone.Gives you Metropolitan feel.great stay with nice hospitality. Very helpful front office .
Grant from United Kingdom (9/10)
It was functional in a good location for my work
Val from United Kingdom (9/10)
Very friendly staff – Great clean facilities – excellent food .
Terry from United Kingdom (9/10)
Easy access. Clean and great view.
Angela from United Kingdom (8/10)
Great location for tram stop, restaurants, IWM North, the Lowry
Helen from United Kingdom (9/10)
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Neil from United Kingdom (8/10)
Philip from Ireland (9/10)
Perfect location
Kristin from United Kingdom (8/10)
Great location just a few minutes from the tram stop
Rachel from United Kingdom (9/10)
Excellent location close to tram to get into the centre of Manchester.
Very clean and comfortable
Surroundings
What’s nearby:
- Land of Play: 4 km
- Seymour Park: 3 km
- Ryebank Fields: 3.7 km
- Buile Hill Park: 2.8 km
- Recreational Area: 3.1 km
- People’s History Museum: 3.9 km
- Eccles Recreation Ground: 3.6 km
- Imperial War Museum North: 1.8 km
- Loreto College Playing Field: 3.8 km
- Museum of Science & Industry: 3.6 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Damson: 150 m
- Restaurant Prezzo: 150 m
- Restaurant Pokusevski’s Delicatessen: 200 m
Top attractions:
- Heaton Park: 9 km
- Albert Square: 4.3 km
- Victoria Baths: 7 km
- Manchester Museum: 5 km
- Piccadilly Gardens: 5 km
- Clayton Hall Museum: 10 km
- Fletcher Moss Botanical Gardens: 9 km
- Greater Manchester Police Museum: 5 km
Natural beauty:
- Lake Old Warke Dam: 7 km
Ski lifts:
- Rossendale 1: 32 km
- Rossendale 2: 32 km
Public transport:
- Train Salford Crescent: 2.7 km
- Train Manchester United Football Ground: 1.9 km
Closest airports:
- Manchester Airport: 14 km
- Chester Hawarden Airport: 80 km
- Liverpool John Lennon Airport: 49 km
Facilities
Spa:
- Fitness center
View:
- View
Bedroom:
- Wardrobe or closet
General:
- Pet bowls
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Interconnecting room(s) available
- Packed lunches
- Carpeted
- Elevator
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Wake-up service/Alarm clock
- Room service
Kitchen:
- Electric kettle
Parking:
- Accessible parking
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bathtub or shower
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bathtub
- Shower
Activities:
- Happy hour
Living Area:
- Desk
Food & Drink:
- Coffee house on site
- Fruit
- Wine/Champagne
- Kids’ meals
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
Accessibility:
- Bathroom emergency cord
- Lowered sink
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Room Amenities:
- Socket near the bed
Languages Spoken:
- Bulgarian
- English
- Spanish
- Latvian
- Russian
Cleaning Services:
- Ironing service
- Dry cleaning
- Laundry
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safe
Media & Technology:
- Flat-screen TV
- Telephone
- TV
Business Facilities:
- Fax/Photocopying
- Business center
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
Front Desk Services:
- Invoice provided
- Baggage storage
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services:
- Board games/Puzzles
House Rules at Holiday Inn Manchester-Mediacityuk, an IHG Hotel
Pets:
- Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Groups:
- When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Check-in:
- From 14:00 to 00:00
- Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out:
- Until 11:00
Children & Beds:
- Children of all ages are welcome.
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
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