Lovely 3 Dbl Bed (sleeps upto 6) close to centre.

Lovely 3 Dbl Bed (sleeps upto 6) close to centre. Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to Lovely 3 Dbl Bed (sleeps upto 6) close to centre on Portland Crescent, you’ll notice it sits on one of those classic Manchester residential streets — the kind with Victorian terraces that actually feel like proper neighborhoods rather than tourist zones. The three-star property doesn’t try to be flashy, which honestly works in its favor. What struck me immediately was how the place manages to feel both homey and well-maintained, plus there’s that rare Manchester upscale of having your own parking spot right on site.

Location & Getting Around

Here’s what I love about this spot — you’re genuinely close to Manchester’s center without being stuck in the middle of all the weekend chaos. Portland Crescent puts you in a residential pocket that locals actually live in, but you can still walk to the main attractions without needing buses or taxis every time you want to grab dinner. The area has that lived-in feel where you’ll see people walking their dogs and heading to corner shops, which gives you a much better sense of what Manchester is actually like beyond the tourist bits.

The Space

The setup here is pretty clever — three double beds means you can actually fit six people without anyone ending up on a sofa bed (which, let’s be honest, nobody ever wants). I mean, it’s not going to win design awards, but the rooms are clean and functional with enough space that you’re not tripping over each other’s luggage. What really works is that couples seem to particularly love this place, and I can see why — there’s something nice about having a proper residential feel rather than that sterile hotel vibe.

Practical Perks

That free parking situation is honestly worth its weight in gold if you’ve ever tried to find a spot in Manchester city center. Recent guests have been rating the location at 8.5, which tracks with my experience — you get that sweet spot of being close enough to walk places but far enough out that you’re not dealing with constant noise and crowds. The whole setup feels more like borrowing a friend’s place than staying in a typical hotel, which some people absolutely love and others might find a bit too low-key.

Why Guests Love It

Look, this isn’t the kind of place where you’ll get room service or a concierge, but that’s sort of the point. People keep coming back because it delivers exactly what it promises — a clean, comfortable base that sleeps six people without breaking the bank, plus you can actually park your car without paying through the nose. The 8.4 rating reflects what you’d expect from a solid three-star property that knows its strengths. If you want to experience Manchester more like a local and less like a tourist passing through, this kind of residential setup gives you that authentic neighborhood feel that’s getting harder to find in city centers.

Lovely 3 Dbl Bed (sleeps upto 6) close to centre. Accommodations

Reviews of Lovely 3 Dbl Bed (sleeps upto 6) close to centre.

• Ripy from Indonesia (7/10)

  Clean kitchen, spacious and big bathroom. Brightly lit rooms.
  A homey feel and cute that the landlord provides snacks 🙂
  Smart TV was really good and easy to connect! Kudos!

• Nicholas from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Good location, very quiet.

• Claire from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Very clean
  Appreciated the extras – tea, coffee, biscuits
  10 min uber to city centre
  Secure private parking
  Hosts on hand to help with any issues

• Ian from United Kingdom (7/10)

  Lots of nibbles and tea and coffee waiting for us. Any issues were quickly sorted. Nice to have the secure parking behind the apartment. Good WiFi.

• Samantha from United Kingdom (8/10)

  The apartment is close to town centre – around £6 in an uber.
  The owner kept in communication and allowed us to check-in early.
  There is a newsagents at the bottom of the road which is perfect for grabbing bits needed for the apartment.

• Hannah from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Good equal size bedrooms for three couples to stay in. Nicely decorated and lovely welcome treats. Really great communications from a friendly owner.

• Mohd from Qatar (8/10)

• Sarah from France (7/10)

  three nice rooms with confy beds with nice linen. coffee and tea + sweeties available…a cute treat
  calm. delicious restaurant 10 minutes walk away

• Denise from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Great location, comfy, good hosts. Easy parking. Cheap taxi into city. Good value

• Zara from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Clear instructions – host responded to queries very quickly

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