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Serviced Apartments in Manchester
Manchester stays / Serviced apartments
Serviced Apartments in Manchester
Big city energy. A space of your own.
From a weekend of music and food to a work assignment or a family visit, find an apartment-style base that lets you experience Manchester at your own pace.
An independent guide from BRITARRIVE. Explore the shortlist, then view current prices and book on the provider’s website.
City breaks & extended staysStudios & larger apartmentsOfficial provider links
Check in. Settle in. Head out.
More freedom for your Manchester stay.
Make breakfast before a day in the city, unwind after a show, or keep your routine during a longer work trip. A serviced apartment gives you an alternative to a conventional hotel room, with cooking facilities and layouts that can suit different ways of travelling.
Start with your plans, then choose the location and apartment type. A studio can work for a solo visit or a couple; separate bedrooms may suit families or guests who want more privacy. Services vary by property and room category.
Your Manchester shortlist
Explore apartments & aparthotels
Four city-centre options to help you start comparing. These are editorial suggestions, not a ranking or properties we have personally inspected. Check your dates and the exact apartment details with the provider.
Princess Street / Civic Quarter
Whitworth Locke
Contemporary apartment-style living in Manchester’s Civic Quarter. Explore studios and suites with their own kitchens, giving you a place to cook and settle into your city routine.
- Consider for: couples, independent city breaks and longer visits.
- Compare: studio and suite layouts, bed configuration and room size.
- Check: laundry facilities in your chosen category; equipment varies.
View rooms and current rates on Locke’s official website.
Princess Street / Chinatown
Roomzzz Manchester City
A Princess Street aparthotel beside Chinatown, with kitchenette-equipped accommodation. Browse compact studios and larger room categories to find the right setup for your trip.
- Consider for: food-focused weekends, theatre visits and central stays.
- Compare: studios, family options and suites.
- Check: maximum occupancy, sofa-bed arrangements and the full booking total.
View apartments and booking terms on Roomzzz’s official website.
Corn Exchange / Exchange Square
Roomzzz Manchester Victoria
Stay in the Corn Exchange building for a base around Exchange Square. Consider this location if your plans include the AO Arena, central shopping or arrivals through Victoria.
- Consider for: arena nights, shopping breaks and the northern city centre.
- Compare: the available studio and apartment categories.
- Check: your venue route and arrival arrangements for a late evening.
View the property and availability on Roomzzz’s official website.
Minshull Street / Piccadilly area
Cove Minshull Street
A central Manchester apartment option with kitchens and washer-dryers. Browse studios, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments for a short visit or a longer chapter in the city.
- Consider for: families, work assignments and guests who want an apartment routine.
- Compare: open-plan accommodation with separate-bedroom layouts.
- Check: occupancy, housekeeping frequency and any parking charges.
View apartments on the official Locke / Cove property page.
Want to explore more options?
Browse Manchester aparthotels on Booking.com, or look at Plum Guide’s Greater Manchester serviced-apartment collection. Check every address carefully: wider-area results may be outside Manchester city centre.
Choose your corner of the city
Where should you stay in Manchester?
Pick a base around your main plans, whether that is a station, a venue or your workplace. The areas below are planning suggestions; they do not imply that every shortlisted provider has apartments in each area.
Piccadilly & the central core
Consider for rail arrivals and a city-centre base. Compare your walk from the station with the places you plan to visit, especially when travelling with luggage.
Northern Quarter & Ancoats
Consider for independent shops, cafés, street art and food-led exploring. If you prefer early nights, ask about the apartment’s position and nearby evening activity.
Victoria & Exchange Square
Consider for the Corn Exchange, central shopping and AO Arena visits. Check the journey to your exact venue rather than assuming all Manchester arenas are nearby.
Deansgate, Spinningfields & Castlefield
Compare these areas for business appointments, dining or time by the canals. Check the exact address and your route to the office, station or attraction you need.
Planning around Salford Quays, a stadium or the airport?
Treat these as separate location decisions. A city-centre apartment may suit a wider Manchester visit, but check the route to Salford Quays, Old Trafford, the Etihad Stadium, Co-op Live or Manchester Airport before booking. This shortlist is not an airport-accommodation guide.
Make the stay work for you
Choose around the trip you are taking
| Your trip | Look for | Check before booking |
|---|---|---|
| Weekend city break | A location near your main plans and a practical arrival process. | Minimum stay, check-in times, luggage storage and cancellation terms. |
| Concert or football visit | A workable journey to the exact venue. | Event date, late-night transport and any late-arrival requirements. |
| Family visit | The right beds, living space and cooking facilities. | Guest capacity, children’s ages, cot requests and sofa-bed charges. |
| Business or extended stay | A manageable commute, workspace and suitable laundry provision. | Total cost, Wi-Fi, housekeeping schedule, parking and extension terms. |
A better booking starts with the details
Compare the full cost of your stay.
Look beyond the headline nightly rate. Two apartments can offer different amounts of space, different services and very different cancellation conditions.
If your travel depends on an event, confirm the event arrangements before committing to a non-refundable stay.
- Final total: review taxes, any applicable visitor charge, cleaning fees and optional extras.
- Deposits: check pre-authorisations, payment timings and damage-deposit terms.
- Kitchen & laundry: confirm the appliances and whether laundry is in the apartment, communal or a paid service.
- Parking: check location, height restrictions, availability and price if you are driving.
- Services: confirm housekeeping, reception hours and arrival instructions.
- Specific needs: ask about accessibility or pets before paying; policies vary by apartment.
Plan with confidence
Manchester serviced apartment FAQs
What is the difference between a serviced apartment and an aparthotel?
A serviced apartment is furnished accommodation with cooking facilities and some services, such as housekeeping. An aparthotel typically combines apartment-style rooms with hotel operations. Check the listing for the exact facilities and service schedule.
Can I book a serviced apartment in Manchester for a short break?
Some aparthotels offer short stays, while other accommodation has a minimum booking length. Enter your dates on the provider’s website to see which apartments are available for your visit.
Which location should I choose for a concert or football match?
Choose around the exact venue and your route back afterwards. Manchester has several venues in different areas, so an apartment convenient for the AO Arena may involve a different journey to Co-op Live, Old Trafford or the Etihad Stadium. Check current transport arrangements for your event.
Are there apartments with separate bedrooms for families?
Some properties offer separate-bedroom apartments alongside open-plan studios. Cove Minshull Street, for example, lists one-bedroom and two-bedroom categories. Confirm the bed configuration, maximum occupancy and any additional charges for the apartment you choose.
Are serviced apartments cheaper for longer stays?
They can suit longer visits, but savings are not guaranteed. Compare the complete booking total and included services. A kitchen may help with meal costs, while laundry and cleaning arrangements can also affect your budget.
Is parking included?
Do not assume it is. Parking may be off-site, chargeable or subject to availability. Check with the property before booking if you need a space, including any vehicle-height limits or advance reservation requirements.
Can I stay near Manchester Airport using this guide?
The featured properties are city-centre options. If an early flight or late arrival is your priority, compare the journey with accommodation closer to the airport and check transport for your actual travel times.
Do I book through BRITARRIVE?
No. BRITARRIVE helps you discover accommodation and compare practical considerations. Follow a provider link to check current availability, read the terms and make your booking. Payments, changes and booking support are handled by the company named on your confirmation.
Your city. Your pace.
Find your Manchester base.
Choose the location that fits your plans, compare the space you need, then check your dates with the provider.
Explore Manchester apartments ↑About this guide: BRITARRIVE is an independent accommodation discovery website. Links on this page are ordinary links to official provider or booking-platform websites, not affiliate tracking links. Inclusion does not imply a commercial partnership or endorsement by a provider. Prices, availability, amenities and booking terms are set by providers and may change. Confirm all details before booking.