Guest Rating: 
3.4 / 5
This historic Grade II listed building boasts free Wi-Fi access and superb city transport links, situated in a prime location for shops, theatres and the former G-MEX exhibition centre.
A famous landmark dating back to the mid-19th century, the Britannia Hotel offers contemporary facilities and superb period features, including a beautiful balcony stairwell. It has 2 of Manchester’s popular meeting places in the Wave Bar and Bar-Rogue, providing food all day at affordable prices, with great music and DJs. Add to this Jenny's Carvery, a Pizzeria and the traditional comfort of Crompton's French Restaurant, and you are truly spoilt for choice.
A 5-minute walk from Piccadilly Station (with direct links to the airport), the hotel is also adjacent to the main coach station and has the Metro tram system on its doorstep. Valet parking can be arranged on arrival and a multi-storey car park is close by.
The Britannia Hotel dates back to 1858, when the building was opened as the world’s original cash and carry store. It went on to become the cotton industry’s most famous warehouse.
Lift access is available to the ground floor and all rooms, with accessible rooms and bathrooms available. Restaurants and bars are accessible via stairs. Please note that Crompton’s French Restaurant is not accessible for guests with mobility problems.
Important! Some policies may vary from these depending on your room, date and rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.
If cancelled up to 1 day before the date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.
To cancel an existing booking please go to the Cancellation page.
VAT is included. Service charge is included. City/tourist tax is included.
Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs GBP 16.00 per day.
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge.
No deposit will be charged.
All children are welcome. All children under 12 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots. All older children or adults are charged GBP 20.00 per night and person for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.
Please note that economy rooms are internal rooms and do not have windows.
Group Bookings:
Group bookings for 10 rooms or more must be prepaid and are non-refundable.
Each of these rooms has one single bed and can accommodate one adult.
Each of these rooms has one double bed and all of the facilities listed below. Executive rooms can accommodate up to 2 adults and a child. Please contact the hotel in advance if you plan to bring a child with you.
These budget rooms have a double bed and all of the facilities listed below. Please note that these are internally-facing rooms, so they do not have windows.
Each of these suites has a double bedroom, an additional living room area and all of the facilities listed below.
Accommodating up to 2 people, these rooms have 2 single beds and all of the facilities listed below.
These budget rooms have twin beds and all of the facilities listed below. Please note that these are internally facing rooms, so they do not have windows.
Each of these suites has a double bedroom, an additional living room area and all of the facilities listed below. The discount is included in the rate shown.
This offer must be prepaid and is non-refundable. Maximum occupancy: 2 people.
Full payment is required for this offer and is non-refundable. Maximum occupancy: 1 adult.
Includes a complimentary bottle of house wine per stay per booking.
Crompton's French Restaurant:
Along with its traditional, intimate decor, the restaurant offers superb French cuisine with service to match. Full à la carte and fixed price menus are available, with meals served from 18:00 to 21:45 (Monday to Saturday).
Crompton's Bar:
Adjoining Crompton's French Restaurant, the bar offers a wide range of cocktails and aperitifs amid elegant surroundings. The bar stays open for residents until very late in the evening.
Jenny's Restaurant and Bar:
A modern restaurant and bar, very popular with the locals. The Big Britannia Breakfast is served here, with its extensive selection of hot and cold dishes. At lunchtime, there is a super value buffet and traditional roast meal on Sundays. In the evening, an extensive fixed price menu offers a selection of traditional and modern tasty meals.
The Pizzeria:
Enjoy the jolly Italian atmosphere found within the pizzeria. Offering everything from an espresso coffee and a deep filled sandwich, to a 3-course Italian style meal. Open from 11:00 to 02:00.
The hotel also boasts 2 popular bars, Wave and Bar-Rogue, both open until late with music and DJs.
By Car:
From the South:
- Exit the M6 at junction 19 (Knutsford).
- At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit, the A556 (for Manchester).
- Go past Mere Platt Farm and turn right at the 1st roundabout (M56).
- Follow signs for Manchester and go under Hulme Archway to the roundabout.
- Take the 2nd left into Medlock Street.
- Turn right at the 2nd set of traffic lights at Manchester Central (formerly G-MEX).
- Go through the traffic lights at McDonald's into Portland Street.
- The hotel is on the right, just after Yates's Wine Lodge.
From the East:
- Exit the M62 at junction 18 and turn left for Manchester.
- Follow the slip road onto the M60 and continue for 1.6 km (one mile) until it ends.
- At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit for the A570 to Manchester.
- After 3.2 km (2 miles), turn left at the Halfway House pub.
- After 3.2 km (2 miles), bear left and follow Piccadilly.
From the West:
- Exit the M62 at junction 12.
- Follow the M602 and get in the A57 lane for Manchester.
- Follow until Harry Ramsden's fish and chip shop is on the right.
- At the traffic lights, turn left into Water Street.
- Turn right into Quay Street.
- Carry on over tram lines and pass the Odeon Cinema on the left.
- Turn left at the next set of traffic lights into Portland Street.
- The hotel is on the right, just after Yates's Wine Lodge.
*Directions included in email booking confirmation
