Name: Motel One Manchester-Royal Exchange
Address: 15 CROSS STREET, Central Retail District, Manchester, England, United Kingdom, Manchester, Greater Manchester, GB
Price range: US$81–US$311 per night
Rating: 8.7

What guests think

Across recent reviews, Motel One Manchester-Royal Exchange is praised for its central location, clean modern interiors, and friendly staff, while recurring drawbacks include compact rooms, occasional check-in queues, warm or hard-to-cool rooms, and an exclusively continental breakfast.

Beds are widely described as very comfortable, and many guests like the stylish lounge bar and the hotel’s walkable access to the AO Arena, Royal Exchange Theatre and shopping. Common niggles include limited storage, weak shower pressure or TV/Wi‑Fi issues, plus no on‑site parking and occasional noise or housekeeping lapses. Overall, expect a good‑value base in the heart of the city, best suited to short stays.

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Facilities

Stylish lobby and a pleasant lounge bar are frequently praised. Parking relies on nearby paid options and can be limited or pricey; lifts are available but broader amenities are basic.

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10

Scott

24 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great in house bar

10

Sheila

28 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room and bathroom were gorgeous. It was perfectly situated from Victoria station. And perfect for the Arndale Shopping centre,the Corn Exchange for food, and the Arena. Will definitely use again. Bar was beautiful too and bar prices werent overly bad for a city centre hotel. Loved the decor. Have downloaded the Motel One app to book others. Very impressed.

10

Laura

30 Jan 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely hotel, very friendly staff in great location. Pablo the bartender was super friendly and made us feel very welcome

6

Maria

16 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good location, good service. Parking was limited and expensive given how much you charged for the Room. Usb sockets did not work, television signal was appalling, water temperature was poor,

10

Sally

13 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely rooms, helpful staff, nice bar, excellent location!

8

Tatsuya

27 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Although its name is motel, it is not a motel where you can park your car. There is no parking space. If you go by car, you need to find a parkig space on your own.

8

Justine

24 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great location and rooms. Good service. Only negatives were: Paper cups in room for hot drinks/water - would much prefer cups and glasses; Bar prices very expensive - London prices. Therefore, only had one drink and went into the city.

8

Faith

26 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice hotel. The staff need more assistance at the front desk. I saw lines multiple times as was in one myself. They have lifts which is convenient.

10

Sean

16 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A good modern centrally located hotel, very comfortable bed and good buffet breakfast. The rooms are quite small but well appointed. The staff are friendly and helpful. Ideal for attending the AO Arena and shopping. The recommended car park is a short walk away and reasonably priced for 24hr parking. To be recommended.

8

John

10 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly staff, flash and stylish lobby, bar and restaurant. Rooms and upstairs corridor more like a budget hotel. Bar was lovely to visit in evening, Breakfast was great.

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Cleanliness

Rooms and public areas are generally very clean and well kept. A minority report missed housekeeping (dust, smells or pests) and occasional oversights like items left behind or drains.

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Kris

13 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

When walking in to the hotel, I got exactly as I expected from the website images. When I walked in to the room I got a totally different experience. A tiny room that didn't match the expectations from the reception area! The room its self had a really bad smell of cigarette smoke, I assumed it was just from outside with it being illegal to smoke indoors since 2007! It was only when I went to close the curtains when I got back in on the first evening that I found a half smoked cigarette sat there behind the curtain on the window ledge. I was have thought this would have been spotted and cleared by the cleaner on the room change over. Apart from the room stinking of cigarettes and the initial shock at the size of the room. The hotel is in a good place for the shops, bars and the AO arena and was just what I needed. On the first night I sat in the lounge and did some work. The lounge is a nice and relaxed environment with very friendly staff.

6

Emma

20 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Tiny room. Litter under the table from previous guest. Comfortable bed.

8

Clo

2 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Overall happy with our stay, with competitive pricing given the location. Service was nice and it was good to be able to drop off our bags before checking in. Bedding was comfortable, but nothing to write home about. The bed was big though. As you’d expect, rooms were quite small which is ok but I did expect slightly more space - it was good enough to just sleep in though. The room was clean, except for the surprise toilet brush we found in the toilet upon entry and the clogged up sink.

10

Martin

20 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean and modern

10

Rachel

18 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was very clean and comfortable. I had a very good night's sleep. The shower was clean and easy to use. The staff were very friendly and accommodating.

8

Mr Christopher

10 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was clean, very warm at all times and staff were pleasant. The provision of one chair for a double room is a little odd, the view from the window was poor as all we could see was the back of local buildings and the lack of blinds etc meant a distinct lack of privacy given one of the buildings was an office block and meeting rooms looked across at us. Fully accept we can’t all have a great view from the room and we did get a 7th floor room so it was quiet but we were on the side not the front which is the view that is clearly shown on the advert. The price is good so it works for one night.

8

Claire

8 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent location for the city centre. Compact room but enough room for what was needed. Was some dust on the floor and my bag was dusty when i picked it off the floor but otherwise very clean. Friendly staff. Would definitely stay here again.

4

Andrew

6 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice staff, but just a tired hotel and room, poor quality toiletries, no shampoo/conditioner, weak water pressure in the shower, I found a bug crawling over my bed sheets. Breakfast was ok and nice towels.

6

Dylan

26 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Not as a "wow" factor as the previous times. Room was much smaller (always book the same type), the kettle had to be moved on the floor (nearest socket available). Very noisy and lots of slamming doors. Unfortunately the room and toilet were not as clean as I would have liked. This is my 3rd time staying at Motel One Royal Exchange and never had any of the above issues before.Hopefully that is just a fluke.

10

valerie

25 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great value for money. Spotlessly clean.

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Rooms

Rooms are compact with minimal storage, but beds are comfortable and many find them quiet enough for a short stay. Recurring issues include warm rooms or temperamental AC, weak shower pressure, limited TV/Wi‑Fi, and some poor views; fridges are uncommon.

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James

17 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel is in a good area, what let it down was the room, nowhere to put your clothes a rail on the wall for hanging your clothes on. There was no drawers or anywhere to sit and put make up on, shower was rubbish.

6

Michelle

21 Sept 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The bed was comfy. This is a place for a one night stay. There’s nowhere to put clothes away. Having to haul a large suitcase onto the bed every time you want something is annoying. The hand soap and bath gel dispensers were both broken. There’s no shelf in the shower to put your own products. There’s no night light in the bathroom. The sink doesn’t have a plug. The air conditioning wasn’t working, but we complained and it seemed a bit better the second night. There’s no phone in the room to call the front desk.

6

Francesca

5 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very small rooms and very noisy

8

Roger

2 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff were welcoming, although reception was very busy and very slow and not very attentive on arrival, our arrival had been delayed and we were in a rush, the queue was almost out the door and it felt like staff were just hovering. Room was ok, a little small for two people to walk around and get ready, and the mirror placement drove us mad as I had to keep bumping into my partner whilst she was getting ready.. bed was fantastic, bathroom was clean but not the best shower pressure and the toilet was positioned very high off the floor which felt odd.

8

Luis

6 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

really nice room in a great location - only thing missing is a fridge

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Maria

16 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good location, good service. Parking was limited and expensive given how much you charged for the Room. Usb sockets did not work, television signal was appalling, water temperature was poor,

8

Ariel

8 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel is very nice and the room is perfect for couples. Nice bed, nice lighting and has everything you need. Only thing I’ll mention is that the water pressure in the shower is very bad. Full power and the water was just dripping out slowly

8

Andrew

27 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice stay. Very clean but rooms are very small sons overlooked by offices opposite

10

Mayumi

24 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was a bit small but the bed was big and very comfortable.

6

Iain

5 Nov 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Very small room for 2 people beds 2 singles pushed together.

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Service

Staff are often described as friendly and helpful, and early bag drop or early check‑in is frequently accommodated. At busy times, check‑in lines can be long and bar or reception service occasionally feels slow or curt.

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10

James G

11 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Really comfortable room. Great breakfast. Lots of variety. Breakfast staff - Abigail and her colleague (didn’t catch her name) were really helpful and friendly. Very cheery and lovely meet and greet in the morning😊. Great staff. One of the receptionists also came outside with us to give us directions - again really helpful. Will definitely stay again when in Manchester.

6

Jolyka

29 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was ok, very different to the pictures online. European lady on reception was extremely unhelpful, called for assistance as all the roads were closed to gain access (travelled from London) advised she cannot help and can provide the postcode, something I already had then proceeded to ask if I would like to pay £25 parking for the night knowing I cannot reach the hotel.

4

Robbie

23 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Massive amount of people waiting to check in. Once allowed to check in the queuing system was horrendous and with a lack or organisation. Once in the room it was okay. However after getting back to the hotel later we went upstairs and our key wasn’t working. Therefore I had to go back downstairs and wait in a queue of people with the same issue. The staff member then came upstairs to check it worked and it still didn’t therefore they had to use a master key which wasn’t ideal.

8

Lourdes

1 Nov 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

The hotel location was perfect. Have a nice bar area with tables to grab a drink. However, bartenders are not friendly. First night in the hotel I want to grab a drink, the make bartender didn't acknowledged me and went to help another guest. Then, female bartender seemed very sick with a cold so she wasn't happy to be there obviously. Not once they smiled ir greeted me.

10

Maneerat

11 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Brilliant location and modern hotel with great reception staff

8

Chris

28 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Really good hotel, great location, just a shame about the barman on Saturday afternoon and the the same man at breakfast on the Sunday, really bad customer service

10

Louise

25 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great service from reception staff, hotel was clean and tidy, beds were comfy and great value for money.

10

Valerie

12 Mar 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

I stayed at Motel One whilst my husband had surgery at Salford Royal Hospital The staff wrte understanding and helpful and the breakfasts wrre excellent My husband has a check up in 3 months time and we are regular visitors to Manchester We always stay at Motel One and will continue to do so Highly recommended.

6

Michael

16 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Ques at check in at 3pm, came back 15mins later and still queuing Good service and a good hotel

10

Tarek

6 May 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Thanks to the amazing staff for making this stay one of the best I had

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Location

Exceptionally central for shopping, the Royal Exchange Theatre, AO Arena and transport, making most sights walkable. Ideal for city breaks and concerts.

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Michael

27 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel was perfectly located in the city centre and close to all the attractions. The hotel is modern and well designed with staff friendly and professional. Our room was clean, the bed was comfortable and bathroom was modern with nice shower We were in Manchester to go to the Co-op arena, there are good transport links from the hotel and it was a 40 min walk after the concert

10

Brennan

27 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Motel One was a great place to stay during Oasis show weekend. Everything went really smoothly, staff were friendly, and the hotel itself was safe and in the middle of many things to do and see. A great stay!

10

Neil

29 May 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Centrally located, this hotel was lovely. Friendly staff, lovely setting, clean and the best nights sleep I've had for ages.

10

Lydia

10 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely hotel with a nice bar area! Amazing location in central Manchester, I have stayed a lot of times in Manchester and this by far is the best location. Free bus available from Piccadilly station, 2 minute walk to coffee places & shops. Easy uber ride to elsewhere in the city and also tram network. Would highly recommend!

10

Graham

24 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Convenient location

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Andrew

28 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location in central manchester next to tram stop. Nice room, quiet and spotless.

10

David

12 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Centrally located in the best area of Manchester. Very clean with comfortable bed. Nice bar area. Lovely staff.

8

Anita

21 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent Location , 10 minute walk to the Arena, walking back after 11.30pm felt safe myself and my neice..whole of the area lit up!! Would definitely recommend again

10

Noeleen

5 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great price and super central location

10

David

28 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great hotel. Couldn’t be more central. Comfortable, very clean rooms. Nice bar area. Lovely staff.

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Dining

Breakfast is continental only; many praise the selection, while others find it limited or pricey and note occasional issues like timing or cold items. The bar has a good atmosphere and cocktails, though prices and service receive mixed comments.

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mr n

6 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

For £224 it was nothing special and the cooked breakfast was cold

10

Sheila

28 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room and bathroom were gorgeous. It was perfectly situated from Victoria station. And perfect for the Arndale Shopping centre,the Corn Exchange for food, and the Arena. Will definitely use again. Bar was beautiful too and bar prices werent overly bad for a city centre hotel. Loved the decor. Have downloaded the Motel One app to book others. Very impressed.

10

Cheryl

19 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Had a really good experience, staying at this hotel, the staff went out of their way to let us check in early, the hotel has lovely decor, the room was a good size, with comfy beds, nice bathroom. breakfast is just a continental, but had plenty of choice. Will definitely stay here again!

10

James G

11 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Really comfortable room. Great breakfast. Lots of variety. Breakfast staff - Abigail and her colleague (didn’t catch her name) were really helpful and friendly. Very cheery and lovely meet and greet in the morning😊. Great staff. One of the receptionists also came outside with us to give us directions - again really helpful. Will definitely stay again when in Manchester.

2

Derek

16 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Cheap, dirty motel with deceptive business practices. We were charged £13.50 each for a lousy breakfast that was heavily implied to be free (given the free flow of people in and out, no employees in sight), otherwise we would have avoided. Not to mention, nowhere in the area is there a sign that indicates it’s not complementary? And only 15 min after we had sat down and eaten did a rude man come up and demand we pay for the breakfast. The whole thing really left a bad taste and guaranteed we’ll avoid this scummy place in the future.

8

Justine

24 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great location and rooms. Good service. Only negatives were: Paper cups in room for hot drinks/water - would much prefer cups and glasses; Bar prices very expensive - London prices. Therefore, only had one drink and went into the city.

6

Georgina

3 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff - was unimpressed by reception staff following me into breakfast to check my room no which i had to say in front of strangers which as a solo traveller is risky. Also no eggs available for breakfast until after 6.25 when starts at 06.00

8

John

10 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly staff, flash and stylish lobby, bar and restaurant. Rooms and upstairs corridor more like a budget hotel. Bar was lovely to visit in evening, Breakfast was great.

10

Valerie

12 Mar 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

I stayed at Motel One whilst my husband had surgery at Salford Royal Hospital The staff wrte understanding and helpful and the breakfasts wrre excellent My husband has a check up in 3 months time and we are regular visitors to Manchester We always stay at Motel One and will continue to do so Highly recommended.

8

Graham

26 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff very friendly, hotel very nice and location excellent. Good breakfast selection but no hot food as in hotel description.

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Month	Average price
January	US$91
February	US$108
March	US$102
April	US$104
May	US$115
June	US$117
July	US$94
August	US$92
September	US$117
October	US$130
November	US$135
December	US$133

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5 $180
6 $81	7 $91	8 $153	9 $179	10 $114	11 $145	12 $311
13 $104	14 $103	15 $164	16 $180	17 $163	18 $104	19 $199
20 $89	21 $84	22 $139	23 $133	24 $91	25 $137	26 $220
27 $89	28 $81	29 $120	30 $128

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $87	2 $147	3 $249
4 $89	5 $81	6 $129	7 $207	8 $140	9 $163	10 $274
11 $81	12 $87	13 $151	14 $160	15 $98	16 $139	17 $215
18 $81	19 $87	20 $175	21 $133	22 $94	23 $147	24 $266
25 $91	26 $88	27 $108	28 $112	29 $88	30 $135	31 $209

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