Leonardo Hotel Manchester Piccadilly

Leonardo Hotel Manchester Piccadilly Overview

First Impressions

Walking into Leonardo Hotel Manchester Piccadilly, you immediately get that modern business hotel vibe — but in a good way. The lobby’s sleek and polished without being stuffy, and honestly, the staff actually seem happy to see you. I mean, it’s one of those four-star places where everything just works smoothly, which is exactly what you want when you’re dealing with travel fatigue. The attention to detail in the public spaces sets a welcoming tone from the moment you arrive.

Location & Getting Around

Here’s the thing about Great Ancoats Street — you’re technically in the Northern Quarter area, which puts you right in the sweet spot between Manchester‘s creative heart and the business district. The Piccadilly train station is literally a ten-minute walk, so you can dump your bags and be exploring within minutes of arriving. What I really love is that you’re close enough to the action but far enough from the weekend chaos around Market Street. Couples especially seem to get this location (they rate it 8.8, which honestly makes sense when you see how easy it is to wander to the trendy bars and restaurants). The neighborhood offers excellent connectivity to major attractions and transport links.

The Room Experience

The room I stayed in was exactly what you’d expect from Leonardo — clean lines, decent space, and everything you need without unnecessary frills. The bed was properly comfortable, and the bathroom had that rainfall shower that actually works well. You know what impressed me? The soundproofing is genuinely good, which matters when you’re this close to the city center. The windows are large enough that you get decent natural light, and the air conditioning doesn’t sound like a jet engine. Modern furnishings and thoughtful design create a pleasant retreat after a busy day exploring the city.

Breakfast & Dining

The breakfast buffet is solid — not groundbreaking, but they do the classics well. Fresh pastries, proper coffee, and they usually have both continental and full English options. I actually appreciated that they keep it running until a reasonable hour, so you’re not rushing down at 7 AM if you don’t want to. There’s no on-site restaurant for dinner, but honestly, with the Northern Quarter right there, you’d be missing out if you didn’t explore the local food scene anyway. The surrounding area offers diverse dining options to suit every preference and budget.

Why Guests Love It

This hotel works because it doesn’t try to be something it’s not — it’s a well-run, comfortable base for exploring Manchester. The parking situation is handled through a nearby facility (you’ll want to ask about rates), and the whole operation just feels reliable. Business travelers love it for the location and efficiency, while leisure guests appreciate being walking distance from both the cultural stuff and the shopping. It’s that sweet spot where you get modern amenities and a prime location without paying premium prices or dealing with boutique hotel quirks. The staff consistently delivers professional service that keeps guests returning.

Leonardo Hotel Manchester Piccadilly Accommodations

Reviews of Leonardo Hotel Manchester Piccadilly

• Ann from New Zealand (9/10)

  Welcome drinks most appreciated
  Staff all friendly and very helpful

• J from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Nice clean room with a comfy bed. Perfect for an overnight stay after a football match at the Ethiad Stadium. Breakfast was very good.

• Abdulwahhab from Saudi Arabia (9/10)

  My experience was excellent overall. I particularly appreciated the helpfulness of the staff. They were a valuable resource for information about the city and transportation options. Furthermore, their generous nature enhanced my stay.

• Jurgen from Belgium (9/10)

  Very friendly staff!
  We definitely come again!

• Alex from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Ben the night manager was especially helpful after we had a few issues booking.
  (Not the fault of leonardo!)
  Great room, clean, everything I’ve come to expect from this chain!

• Johnson from United Kingdom (9/10)

  never in my experience in staying in hotels have we ever had house keeping, it was nice to come back to top ups on water, coffee etc, the staff we so kind the room was better than expected. location is good google maps says it’s a long walk to city centre but it really wasn’t

• Collette from United Kingdom (8/10)

  very pleasant. clean and smart design

• Moe from United Kingdom (9/10)

  The environment and the special warm welcome we got as we got in.

• John from Switzerland (9/10)

  The staff were amazing..helpful..loved my stay, Mica at the bar beautiful soul.funny talkative. I'll visit again just to chat with Mica..

• Holly from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Position and spacious room

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