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Our top choices for Manchester 3-star hotels

A modern hotel building with a prominent sign for Holiday Inn Express.
A conference room with a long table, chairs, a whiteboard, a welcome sign, a flat-screen TV, and a window with curtains.
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, and a large window offering a city view.
A Holiday Inn Express reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, two lamps, a clock, and a sign indicating the bar opening hours.

1. Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG
Manchester City Centre
United Kingdom
Jasmine
RM251
RM307 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG
A buffet area with a glass display case, wooden counter, pendant lights, and a view of the outside through large windows.

2. a&o Manchester City Centre

a&o Manchester City Centre
Manchester City Centre
United Kingdom
Carrie
RM222
RM274 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
a&o Manchester City Centre
A modern hotel exterior with a blue sign, glass doors, and outdoor seating.
A modern lounge area with a sofa, two ottomans, a coffee machine, and vending machines.
A modern restaurant interior with a long counter, booths, and a mix of seating arrangements.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a laptop, a TV mounted on the wall, and a coat rack with two coats.

3. ibis budget Manchester Airport

ibis budget Manchester Airport
Manchester
United Kingdom
Martyn
RM387
RM465 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
ibis budget Manchester Airport
A building with a large circular sign reading "Sachas" and a smaller sign for "Weddings" below it.
A restaurant with green chairs, wooden tables, and a bar area.
A staircase with a neon sign for Jenny's Bar, a bar sign, and a staircase railing with decorative elements.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a mirror.

4. Britannia Sachas Hotel

Britannia Sachas Hotel
Manchester City Centre
United Kingdom
Michael
RM182
RM225 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Britannia Sachas Hotel
A grand staircase with ornate railings and a large chandelier, leading to a high-ceilinged lobby with columns and a patterned floor.
A luxurious lounge area with leather sofas, a large wooden cabinet with glass doors, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A spacious bar area with a high ceiling and hanging spherical light fixtures.
A grand lobby with a 'BISTRO-RESTAURANT' sign, ornate columns, a patterned carpet, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

5. Britannia Hotel Manchester

Britannia Hotel Manchester
Manchester City Centre
United Kingdom
John
RM182
RM224 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Britannia Hotel Manchester
A buffet with various food options including fruits, salads, and cereals.
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a window with curtains.
A modern lounge area with a stone wall, a fireplace, seating, and a television.
A modern lounge area with sofas, armchairs, and a coffee table. There are shelves with decorative items and a fireplace.

6. Motel One Manchester-Piccadilly

Motel One Manchester-Piccadilly
Manchester City Centre
United Kingdom
Mark
RM296
RM362 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Motel One Manchester-Piccadilly
A cozy bar area with seating, a counter with food and drinks, and decorative wall art.
A modern hotel with a prominent 'HOTEL ONE' sign, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.
A library with leather sofas, bookshelves, and plaid lamps.
A library with leather chairs, bookshelves, and plaid lamps.

7. Motel One Manchester-St. Peter's Square

Motel One Manchester-St. Peter's Square
Manchester City Centre
Canada
maria
RM296
RM362 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Motel One Manchester-St. Peter's Square
A buffet setup with multiple serving stations, including large metal serving bowls and utensils.
A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a tray with mugs and a kettle, and a window with curtains.
A Holiday Inn Express reception desk with three staff members, a guest with a suitcase, and a teal-colored wall with the hotel logo.
A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a modern design, featuring a flat roof and a large parking lot.

8. Holiday Inn Express Manchester Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Manchester Airport by IHG
Manchester
United Kingdom
Matt
RM269
RM323 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Manchester Airport by IHG
A multi-story building with a modern facade, large windows, and a central entrance.
A bakery display with various baked goods and kitchen utensils.
A bar area with a counter, stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.
A cozy living area with a leather couch, colorful cushions, and a small coffee table. A skateboard is leaning against a wall, and a suitcase is on the floor.

9. Moxy Manchester City Centre

Moxy Manchester City Centre
Manchester City Centre
United Kingdom
David
RM305
RM373 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Moxy Manchester City Centre
A hotel room with a large window, a leather chair, a small table, and a bed with pillows.
A modern bar area with high stools, a bar counter, and ambient lighting.
A breakfast buffet with various food items and a coffee machine.
A modern lobby with a stone wall, a fireplace, blue chairs, and a large window with a view of the street.

10. Motel One Manchester-Royal Exchange

Motel One Manchester-Royal Exchange
Manchester City Centre
United Kingdom
Michelle
RM296
RM362 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Motel One Manchester-Royal Exchange
A room with a large pair of glasses-shaped mirrors, a yellow cushioned sofa, a small round table, and a wooden shelving unit.
A bar area with a wooden counter, multiple taps, and a sign that reads "SMILE".

11. Manchester Portland By Sunday

Manchester Portland By Sunday
Manchester City Centre
Denmark
Barbara
RM252
RM308 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Manchester Portland By Sunday
A multi-story building with "Britannia Airport Hotel" signage, featuring a modern architectural design with a prominent entrance and multiple windows.
A bar area with a counter, seating, and a patterned carpet.
A hotel room with two beds, a cityscape artwork on the wall, and two wall-mounted lights.
A buffet area with various food options, a brick wall, and a television screen displaying a person looking out a window.

12. Britannia Hotel Manchester Airport

Britannia Hotel Manchester Airport
Manchester
United Kingdom
James
RM223
RM268 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Britannia Hotel Manchester Airport
A bathroom with a round mirror, a round vanity, and a hexagonal patterned wall.
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a window with curtains, and a wall with wooden beams.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area with sofas and a coffee table, a staircase, and a bar area.
A modern room with a blue armchair, a small round table with a brush, a black floor lamp, a radiator, and a TV mounted on the wall.

13. Gardens Hotel

Gardens Hotel
Manchester City Centre
United Kingdom
karl
RM148
RM185 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Gardens Hotel
A modern restaurant with wooden flooring, grey and black chairs, and large windows offering a view of the street.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.
A modern conference room with large windows, wooden slats on the ceiling, and blue chairs around a central table.
A modern lounge area with a variety of seating options, large windows offering a view of the outdoors, and a contemporary design with wooden slats on the ceiling.

14. Holiday Inn Express Manchester - Trafford City by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Manchester - Trafford City by IHG
Trafford Park
United Kingdom
Meaghan
RM278
RM334 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Holiday Inn Express Manchester - Trafford City by IHG
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large glass door entrance.
A modern hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a seating area with a sofa and ottomans, and a large mirror.
A beverage vending area with a refrigerator and shelves stocked with bottled water, soda, and snacks.
An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and tables, a glass railing, and a red building in the background.

15. Hilton Garden Inn Manchester Emirates Old Trafford

Hilton Garden Inn Manchester Emirates Old Trafford
Old Trafford
United Kingdom
Zarin
RM345
RM414 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Hilton Garden Inn Manchester Emirates Old Trafford
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a fruit display, and a view of the street through large glass doors.
A modern bar area with a wooden counter, shelves of bottles, and hanging plants.
A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a wooden floor.
The Pendulum Hotel Manchester Conference Centre with a modern glass entrance and a prominent signage.

16. Pendulum Hotel

Pendulum Hotel
Manchester City Centre
United States
Antony
RM223
RM274 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Pendulum Hotel
A modern hotel with a prominent 'Famous' sign on the facade, multiple floors, and a street view with a clear sky.
A modern bar area with a counter, seating area with sofas and chairs, and a television.
A modern lounge area with a teal sofa, wooden bookshelves, and a variety of seating options including chairs and tables.
A modern hotel lobby with a mix of seating areas, a central television, and large windows offering city views.

17. Hampton by Hilton Manchester City, Northern Quarter

Hampton by Hilton Manchester City, Northern Quarter
Manchester
United Kingdom
Dawn
RM306
RM374 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Hampton by Hilton Manchester City, Northern Quarter
A hot tub with two metal ladders, surrounded by tiled walls and a window with a view of greenery.
A modern restaurant with round tables and cushioned chairs, a counter with a display case, and a view of the cityscape at dusk.
A hotel with a well-lit exterior, a paved driveway, and a landscaped garden.
A sauna with wooden benches arranged in a semi-circular layout.

18. Waterside Hotel & Leisure Club

Waterside Hotel & Leisure Club
Manchester
United Kingdom
Ademola
RM410
RM492 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Waterside Hotel & Leisure Club
A restaurant with a sign reading "HANGRY" and a menu board listing allergens.
A parking lot with a sign reading "the niu" and a modern building in the background.
A hotel reception area with a counter displaying various amenities, a sign indicating directions, and a mural of a cityscape.

19. Holiday Inn - the niu, Loom Manchester North by IHG

Holiday Inn - the niu, Loom Manchester North by IHG
Manchester
United Kingdom
Moses
RM237
RM346 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Holiday Inn - the niu, Loom Manchester North by IHG
A modern reception desk with a glass partition, a clock, and potted plants.
A high-rise hotel with a prominent 'OX Hotels' sign, multiple floors, and a parking area in front.
A bar with multiple taps including Corona, Budweiser, and Guinness.
A hotel room with a wooden desk, a black chair, a TV mounted on the wall, a wardrobe, and a small trash bin.

20. Ox Hotel Manchester

Ox Hotel Manchester
Manchester
Canada
Ibukun
RM198
RM238 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Ox Hotel Manchester
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A waterfront cityscape with modern architecture, including a distinctive building with a curved roof and a cylindrical structure with a golden facade.

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ibis budget Manchester Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room great air conditioning helpful staff"
Daniel 1-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
ibis budget Manchester Airport
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Britannia Hotel Manchester

10/10 Excellent
"Great stay,great location,really can't say one bad thing about this hotel and I'll be returning soon"
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Find Your Ideal 3 Star Hotel in Manchester

There's a reason the top 3-star hotels in Manchester, England, United Kingdom are so incredibly popular: They combine comforting amenities and just-for-you service with some of the best rates and discounts the area has to offer. When you book a stay at a three star hotel in Manchester, you'll get affordable rates at these mid-range properties. Check through our listings and you'll find some hotels may even give you access to perfect little perks like on-site restaurants and cocktail bars, well-appointed fitness centres, and spacious rooms.

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Manchester?
Motel One Manchester - Royal Exchange, around 0.48 kilometers north of downtown Manchester, is a guest favourite. Premium bedding and front desk services are among its amenities. Britannia Hotel Manchester is another 3-star hotel that gets great reviews from travellers. It offers individually decorated rooms and a nightclub, and is about 0.80 kilometers east of the centre.
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