10/10 Exceptional
Great stay
Walter
Walter, 4-night trip
The Alan
Hotel with restaurant, near Canal Street
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In the heart of Manchester, The Alan offers a warm welcome with a daily manager's reception, a coffee shop, and dry cleaning services. Enjoy high-speed WiFi, unwind at the bar or restaurant while savoring cooked-to-order breakfast in this upscale hotel revitalized in 2021.
8.6
Excellent
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Free WiFi
- Connecting rooms available
- Air conditioning
- Bar
Main amenities (12)
- Daily housekeeping
- Restaurant and bar/lounge
- Breakfast available
- Room service
- Coffee shop/cafe
- 3 meeting rooms
- Meeting rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Laundry service
- Multilingual staff
- Concierge services
- Luggage storage
Feel at home (6)
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Refrigerator
- Connecting/adjoining rooms available
- Private bathroom
- Separate sitting area
- Daily housekeeping
$66 nightly
$80 total
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Total with taxes and fees
Room options
Showing 10 of 10 rooms
Classic Double Double
8.0Very good
17 reviews
- 365 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Double Beds
Classic Double Room 1
- Sleeps 2
Classic
8.4Very good
87 reviews
- 194 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
Signature
9.2Wonderful
26 reviews
- 258 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
Signature Deluxe
9.4Exceptional
20 reviews
- 194 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
Signature Suite
8.0Very good
3 reviews
- 194 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
Signature Deluxe Room
- Sleeps 2
Signature Suite
- Sleeps 2
Signature Room
- Sleeps 2
Classic Double Double Room
- Sleeps 4
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About the neighborhood
18 Princess Street, Manchester, England, M1 4LG
What's nearby
- St. Peter's Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Piccadilly Gardens - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
- Canal Street - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- Manchester Central Convention Complex - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
- Deansgate - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Getting around
- Manchester Airport (MAN) - 23 min drive
- John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 53 min drive
- Manchester Manchester Oxford Road Station - 7 min walk
- Manchester Oxford Road Station - 8 min walk
- Manchester Piccadilly Station - 11 min walk
- St Peters Square Station - 2 min walk
- Mosley Street Station - 5 min walk
- Picadilly Gardens Station - 7 min walk
Restaurants
- 200 Degrees Coffee - 2 min walk
- Black Sheep Coffee - 1 min walk
- The Gallery Café - 1 min walk
- The Waterhouse - 2 min walk
- The Old Monkey - 2 min walk
About this property
The Alan
The Alan puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Canal Street and Piccadilly Gardens. You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Also, Deansgate and University of Manchester are within a 15-minute walk. Fellow travelers love the comfortable beds and helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: St Peters Square Station is 2 minutes and Mosley Street Station is 5 minutes.
At a glance
Hotel size
- 137 rooms
- Arranged over 7 floors
Arriving/Leaving
- Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
- Express check-out available
- Early check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 11:00 AM
- Contactless check-out available
- Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
- Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Required at check-in
- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome
Internet
- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
Parking
- 24-hour offsite parking nearby (GBP 30 per day); discounts available
Other information
- Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
- Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
- Restaurant
- Bar/lounge
- Coffee shop
- Free daily reception
- Room service (limited hours)
What to do
- Golfing nearby
Working away
- 3 meeting rooms
- Coworking spaces
Services
- 24-hour front desk
- Concierge services
- Dry cleaning/laundry services
- Luggage storage
- Multilingual staff
Facilities
- Built in 1877
- Vegan dining options
- Vegetarian dining options
- Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
- Local artist showcase
- Local culture & ecosystem education
- Double-glazed windows
- At least 80% lighting from LEDs
- Reception hall
- Traditional architecture
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Elevator
- Elevator door width (inches): 40
- Assistive listening devices available
- Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
- Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
- Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
- Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 40
- Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
- Wheelchair-accessible lounge
- Handrails in stairways
- Stairway handrail height (inches): 36
- Hand-held showerheads
- Height-adjustable showerhead
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Stair-free path to entrance
- 6 stairs to reach property
- Tile flooring in public areas
Room amenities
Home comfort
- Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Electric kettle
Sleep well
- Hypo-allergenic bedding
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Soundproofed rooms
- Premium bedding
- Free crib/infant bed
- Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
What to enjoy
- Separate sitting area
Freshen up
- Private bathroom
- Designer toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Towels
- Toilet paper
Stay connected
- Desk
- Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
Food and drink
- Refrigerator
More
- Daily housekeeping
- In-room safe
- Connecting/adjoining rooms available
- Energy-saving switches
- LED light bulbs
- Water-efficient showers only
- Water-efficient toilets only
- Local maps
Special features
Dining
Drink at The Alan - Onsite lobby lounge. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Dine at The Alan - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
- Deposit: GBP 50 per accommodation, per stay
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- A tax is imposed by the city: GBP 1.20 per accommodation, per night
Optional extras
- Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 17.00 for adults and GBP 17.00 for children
- Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
- Rollaway beds are available for GBP 50 per night
Parking
- Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 30 per day (525 ft away; open 24 hours)
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and mobile payments. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Barclaycard
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay, Apple Pay and PayPal.
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Also known as
Arora Hotel
Princess St. Hotel previously Arora Hotel
Arora Manchester
Arora Manchester Hotel
Hotel Arora
Hotel Arora Manchester
Manchester Arora
Manchester Arora Hotel
Manchester Hotel Arora
Arora International Hotel Manchester
Manchester Arora International Hotel
Princess St. Hotel Manchester
Princess St. Hotel
Princess St. Manchester
Princess St.
Princess St. Hotel (previously Arora Manchester Hotel)
Arora Hotel Manchester
The Alan Hotel
Princess St Hotel
Princess St. Hotel
The Alan Manchester
The Alan Hotel Manchester
Frequently asked questions
Does The Alan offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Alan does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Alan?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Alan?
No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Alan?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at The Alan?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Manchester235 Casino (8-min walk) is nearby.
Are there restaurants at or near The Alan?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Drink at The Alan.
What's the area around The Alan like?
The Alan is in Manchester City Centre, a short 2-minute walk from St Peters Square Station and 4 minutes' walk from Canal Street. Travelers say the local area is good for shopping and very central.
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The Alan Reviews
Excellent
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9.0
Cleanliness
8.4
Amenities
8.8
Staff & service
8.4
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
- Breakfast options were plentiful and of high quality, with many reviewers praising the variety and delicious food. (92 reviews)
- Breakfast options were endless and absolutely brilliant, with choices of full cooked buffet, continental, and cooked to order. (6 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.Popular mentions
RoomService staffBreakfastLocationBedLobbyBathroomBarRestaurantShower10/10 Exceptional
Great stay and location
James
James, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Good location. Room was a bit dated though, the pictures look much better.
Chloe
Chloe, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Perfect location, room was spacious and clean. Great breakfast! Loved it.
Hildur
Hildur, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Staff are super helpful and friendly, clean room and good location
Shanie
Shanie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Large room and good breakfast
Dimitri
Dimitri, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Very central location for walking to shops, museums, tram / rail stations. Excellent breakfast offering wide selection of choice. Room was left to own choice, as and when it got serviced.
Brian
Brian, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Welcoming staff, great spacious room, lovely toiletries, brilliant location.
Wendy
Wendy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Excellent location
Friendly staff
Great service
Superb breakfast
Carl
Carl, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nice, clean room. Lovely breakfast. Good position.
Alan
Alan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Clean and stylish hotel
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Such a lovely hotel! Great rooms, breakfast and friendly staff!
Kjersti
Kjersti, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
The family room was really big and had everything you'd need for an over night.
Staff were very friendly and knowledgeable about the local area and transport options etc.
Chef was great in preparing an individual option for one of our post who is undergoing treatment and couldn't eat the buffet breakfast.
Would definitely book again.
Ruth
Ruth, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nice stay. Next to tram stop and short walk to Piccadilly Gardens. Rooms a bit dated. Bed was far too soft for my liking. Staff pleasant and welcoming. Nice lobby area.
Jane
Jane, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Fantastic modern hotel and great location
Fergal
Fergal, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great hotel I frequently stay here when in Manchester for work
Thomas
Thomas, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great hotel, staff are always welcoming and on hand if you have any requests
Thomas
Thomas, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great hotel friendly staff clean rooms and very silent and left to come and go with ease
Thomas
Thomas, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
It was fine
Marcus
Marcus, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Lovely spaceous room, friendly staff. Hotel is in a great location
Debra
Debra, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Excellent hotel and great staff. Rooms are perfect as clean. Very comfortable beds
Thomas
Thomas, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Generally ok, but trip was spoilt by 3 fire alarms, one interrupting our breakfast. Our room was very warm, we couldn’t turn the heating down so had to sleep with the window open and listen to traffic noise
Rachel
Rachel, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Great sized room, friendly staff and a lovely style of decor. Fantastic location for many sites and the tram network.
Charlotte
Charlotte, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great room, breakfast and staff. Couple mins from town and train station.
MR MARK
MR MARK, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Clean great staff
Ana
Ana, 2-night trip
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