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YHA Manchester Hostel
4 Bedroom, YHA Manchester Hostel in Manchester
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8.6

Excellent

1,507 reviews

1,507 reviews

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7.8

Very good

Location rating score

Very good location - 820 meters from city center
Parking
FREE
Popular landmarks
Science and Industry Museum 230 m
The John Rylands Library 760 m
Manchester Town Hall 950 m
Palace Theatre 1.1 km
Manchester Art Gallery 1.1 km
Manchester Cathedral 1.3 km
National Football Museum 1.5 km
Manchester Arena 1.6 km
The Manchester Museum 1.9 km
Etihad Stadium 3.9 km
Nearby landmarks
Giant’s Basin 30 m
Y Club 80 m
Castlefield Bowl 100 m
Castlefield Visitors Centre 110 m
Castlefield Artisan Market 180 m
MOSI 190 m
Castlefield Urban Heritage Park 210 m
Dukes 92 220 m
Science and Industry Museum 230 m
The Castlefield Rooms 260 m

YHA Manchester Hostel

Potato Wharf, Castlefield, Manchester City Center, Manchester, United Kingdom, M3 4NB - See map

Get your trip off to a great start with a stay at this property, which offers car park free of charge. Conveniently situated in the Manchester City Center part of Manchester, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous Science and Industry Museum. This 4-star property features restaurant to make your stay more indulgent and memorable.

Highlights

470 meters to public transportation

Front desk [24-hour]

230 meters to Science and Industry Museum

Bar

Garden

Announcements by hotel (1)
Due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation, certain public facilities and areas may be closed in accordance with government directives. Please contact the property for more information.
Facilities

Front desk [24-hour]

Car park

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Luggage storage

Contactless check-in/out

Game room

Bar

Restaurants

This property is in high demand!

7 travelers have booked today.

Value for money8.8
Distance to city center1.5 Miles
Location rating7.8
Nearest airportManchester Airport (MAN)
Distance to airport13.1 km

Rooms available at YHA Manchester Hostel

Excellent
Room comfort & quality

8.2

4 Bedroom
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  • Room size: 15 m²/161 ft²
  • Non-smoking
  • 1 bunk bed
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Guestroom
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  • Room size: 13 m²/140 ft²
  • Non-smoking
  • 1 bunk bed
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Male Dormitory
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  • Room size: 15 m²/161 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 bunk bed
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Dormitory -- Female Only
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  • Room size: 15 m²/161 ft²
  • Shower and bathtub
  • 1 bunk bed
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Quadruple Room
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  • Room size: 15 m²/161 ft²
  • Shower
  • 2 bunk beds
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Dormitory Room (5 Adults)
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  • Room size: 12 m²/129 ft²
  • Shower
  • 2 bunk beds
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Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
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  • Room size: 15 m²/161 ft²
  • Shared bathroom
  • 1 bunk bed
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Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory Room
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  • Room size: 15 m²/161 ft²
  • Shared bathroom
  • 1 bunk bed
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Six-Bed Room
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  • Room size: 13 m²/140 ft²
  • Shower
  • 3 bunk beds
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Standard Single Room
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  • Room size: 8 m²/86 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 single bed
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Frequently asked questions

What time is check-in and check-out at YHA Manchester Hostel?

Check-in is from 05:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM. You may request early check-in or late check-out during booking, subject to availability. Guests checking in or out before or after the designated periods may be charged an additional fee. The hostel offers luggage storage to guests for before check-in and after check-out. The front desk is always open, day or night.

How do I get to YHA Manchester Hostel?

For those who wish to drive their own cars, YHA Manchester Hostel has a car park on site, as well as additional parking nearby if the first car park is full. Parking is free for guests.

Is breakfast offered at YHA Manchester Hostel?

Start your mornings right, with the continental and buffet breakfast options offered at YHA Manchester Hostel. Adults can enjoy breakfast offered with an additional charge of 7 GBP if not included in the room rate. You may save on breakfast costs with Agoda by booking a room with breakfast, which is often included for less than buying it at the hostel.

What are my dining options at YHA Manchester Hostel?

YHA Manchester Hostel features an on-site restaurant for your dining convenience.

What is the smoking policy at YHA Manchester Hostel?

YHA Manchester Hostel does not permit smoking in any of its rooms, but allows smoking in designated areas.

What is the closest train, metro, or bus station to YHA Manchester Hostel?

The closest train, metro, or bus station to YHA Manchester Hostel is Deansgate Train Station, 460 m away.

What restaurants are nearby YHA Manchester Hostel?

YHA Manchester Hostel’s neighborhood is Manchester City Center which includes popular restaurants such as Albert's Schloss, TOPS Buffet and The Paramount.

What popular shopping places are close to YHA Manchester Hostel?

YHA Manchester Hostel is located in Manchester City Center area which features shopping places such as Manchester Arndale, Arndale Market and Castlefield Artisan Market.

What are popular attractions near YHA Manchester Hostel?

YHA Manchester Hostel’s location in the Manchester City Center neighborhood makes it close to famous attractions including Science and Industry Museum, National Football Museum and Manchester Art Gallery.

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What people love about YHA Manchester Hostel

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Cleanliness

    "Rooms were warm and clean."

    Zephyran

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    4 December 2022

  • 9.6

    Exceptional
    Cleanliness

    "The room is clean and comfortable."

    Minh

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    23 September 2022

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Location

    "Location wise mmg terbaik."

    Azman

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    6 September 2022

Property ranking|Compared to 968 Manchester properties
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Room comfort score
8.2/10
Cheapest price score
Value for money score
8.8/10
Service score
8.9/10
Better than
99
%
of Manchester properties
Better than
99
%
of Manchester properties
Better than
98
%
of Manchester properties
Better than
98
%
of Manchester properties
Overall rating:

8.6

Excellent
1,507 reviews
Cleanliness
8.8
Facilities
8.5
Location
7.8
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What travelers say they love:
the room has ensuite bathroom too.
Mochammad from Indonesia
Solo traveler
More about YHA Manchester Hostel

More about YHA Manchester Hostel

YHA Manchester Hostel

Wake up to the wonder of Manchester with a stay at YHA Manchester Hostel, located only minutes from the heart of the city. Go beyond the touristy and get deeper into the offerings of Manchester with a stay at YHA Manchester Hostel, located merely 230 m from Science and Industry Museum.
The range of services provided by YHA Manchester Hostel ensures all travelers get the most out of their stay. Never be out of touch with your contacts, with free Wi-Fi offered throughout your stay. If you plan to arrive by car, you'll appreciate the hostel's free parking, right on-site. Front desk services including luggage storage can assist with your needs.
Staying for a long time, or just need clean clothes? At the hostel, your favorite travel outfits will be kept clean and available with laundry service provided on-site. For lazy days and nights, in-room conveniences like room service let you make the most of your room. Please be advised that smoking is not allowed in the hostel to allow cleaner air for all guests. Smoking is limited to designated areas only, for the health and well-being of all guests and staff.
Feel right at home during your stay at YHA Manchester Hostel. Some rooms at YHA Manchester Hostel are equipped with linen service for your convenience. Knowing that bathroom amenities play an important role in increasing guests' satisfaction, the hostel provides toiletries in some select rooms.


Dining and things to do

Nothing starts a morning better than a delicious breakfast, which you can always enjoy in-house at YHA Manchester Hostel. Everyone loves a good cup of coffee! A coffee shop on-site means you can enjoy a cup of real, freshly brewed coffee every morning -- or anytime you feel like it. If you don't feel like going out to eat, you can always opt for the delicious dining options at the hostel. A night in at the hostel's bar can be as fun as a night out with your travel companions.
Vending machines are on 24 hours a day, so you can grab a snack at any time of day or night. Guests who prefer to make their own meals will love the in-house shared kitchen available here.
Never let a day go wasted when you're at YHA Manchester Hostel with all the activities and facilities provided. Have fun with your friends or family, or even meet new people at the library and games room.


Around the property

One doesn't need to look far as the hostel enjoys close proximity to sightseeing options and local attractions. Get fanatical at Etihad Stadium located 3.8 km away. During the season, you can buy tickets to see home games and cheer with the locals. Manchester Town Hall is located 950 m away, and is one of the most famous tourist spots to visit and photograph.


Reasons to stay here

This hostel beats 98% of accommodations in the city on value for money.
Know you'll get excellent dining options here, where past guests have rated onsite or nearby dining above 98% of the city's accommodation.
It's hard to beat the room comfort here, which is rated higher than 98% of other accommodations in Manchester.

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Amenities and facilities

Excellent
Facilities

8.5

Most talked about facilities

Housekeeping

15 mentions

Breakfast

5 mentions

Internet

4 mentions

Food & Dining

2 mentions

Languages spoken
  • English
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Internet access
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  • Internet
  • Internet services
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
Things to do, ways to relax
  • Billiards
  • Game room
  • Garden
  • On-site entertainment
  • Outdoor recreational features
Cleanliness and safety
  • Anti-viral cleaning products
  • Breakfast takeaway service
  • Cashless payment service
  • Daily disinfection in all rooms
  • Daily disinfection in common areas
  • First aid kit
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Hot water linen and laundry washing
  • Individually-wrapped food options
  • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
  • Protective screens in common areas
  • Room sanitization opt-out available
  • Rooms sanitized between stays
  • Shared stationery removed
  • Staff trained in safety protocol
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • Alternative meal arrangement
  • Bar
  • Breakfast [buffet]
  • Breakfast [continental]
  • Coffee shop
  • Kitchen
  • Restaurants
  • Room service
  • Shared kitchen
  • Snack bar
  • Vending machine
Services and conveniences
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Heating in public area
  • Laundry service
  • Library
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smoking area
  • Xerox/fax in business center
For the kids
  • Family room
  • Kids meal
Access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Front desk [24-hour]
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pets allowed
  • Safety/security feature
  • Security [24-hour]
  • Service animals are welcome
  • Smoke alarms
Getting around
  • Bicycle parking
  • Car park [free of charge]
  • Car park [nearby]
  • Car park [on-site]
Available in all rooms
  • Free bottled water
  • Heating
  • Linens
  • Shower
  • Toiletries

Food and dining

Breakfast options
  • Continental
  • Vegetarian
  • Full English/Irish
  • Gluten-free
  • Buffet
Restaurants on site
Restaurant
  • Cuisine: International
  • Menu: Buffet

Location

Potato Wharf, Castlefield, Manchester City Center, Manchester, United Kingdom, M3 4NB
Very good
Location

7.8

Airports
  • Manchester Airport (MAN)
    13.1 km
  • Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL)
    42.5 km
Public transportation
  • Deansgate Train Station
    460 m
  • Salford Central Train Station
    820 m
Hospital or clinic
  • Pure Clinic
    640 m
Shopping
  • Manchester Arndale
    1.4 km
Convenience store
  • WHSmith
    1.7 km
Cash withdrawal
  • ATM
    540 m

What's nearby

Popular landmarks
  • Science and Industry Museum
    230 m
  • The John Rylands Library
    760 m
  • Manchester Town Hall
    950 m
  • Palace Theatre
    1.1 km
  • Manchester Art Gallery
    1.1 km
  • Manchester Cathedral
    1.3 km
  • National Football Museum
    1.5 km
  • Manchester Arena
    1.6 km
  • The Manchester Museum
    1.9 km
  • Etihad Stadium
    3.9 km
Nearby landmarks
  • Giant’s Basin
    30 m
  • Y Club
    80 m
  • Castlefield Bowl
    100 m
  • Castlefield Visitors Centre
    110 m
  • Castlefield Artisan Market
    180 m
  • MOSI
    190 m
  • Castlefield Urban Heritage Park
    210 m
  • Dukes 92
    220 m
  • Science and Industry Museum
    230 m
  • The Castlefield Rooms
    260 m
Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

All children are welcome.

Infant 0-4 year(s)
Stay for free if using existing bedding.
Baby cot/crib may be requested directly from the property.
Children 5-6 year(s)
Stay for free if using existing bedding.
If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
Guests 7 years and older are considered as adults
Must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge.
Others
  • The property does not accept group bookings of more than 16 people.
  • The property will contact guests directly in order to give instructions regarding check-in.
  • The property does not charge an additional temporary member fee.
  • Discounts are not available for YHA members (England and Wales) or IYHF when making a booking.
  • Towels are not provided at the property. Guests may rent or purchase towels at the property.
  • Wi-Fi/Internet access is available only in certain areas of the property at no additional charge.
  • Photo ID must be presented upon arrival and match the name and address on the booking. Where a booking is for more than one person, the named person on the booking will need to provide photographic proof of identify that matches the name and address on the booking. Photo ID will also be requested from all other adult guests. These photo IDs must match the name they sign in with at check in. If photo ID cannot be provided, you will be refused entry to the property.
  • Due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation, certain public facilities and areas may be closed in accordance with government directives. Please contact the property for more information.
  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out
  • Check-in from15:00
  • Check-out until10:00
Getting around
  • Distance from city center1.5 Miles
  • Travel time to airport (minutes)18
Extras
  • Breakfast charge (unless included in room price)7 GBP
  • Daily Internet/Wi-Fi fee3 GBP
The property
  • Non-smoking rooms/floorsYes
  • Number of bars/lounges1
  • Number of restaurants1
  • Number of rooms 35
  • Room voltage240
Parking
  • Daily parking fee0 GBP

Property announcements

Bookings (either single or multiple) of more than 14 consecutive nights will not be allowed and will be cancelled in line with YHA’s policies.

Reviews of YHA Manchester Hostel from real guests

Provided by verified guests of Agoda
8.5
/
10
Cleanliness8.8
Facilities8.5
Location7.8
Room comfort and quality8.2
Service8.8
Value for money8.8
High score for Manchester
Rating
9+ Exceptional (41)
8-9 Excellent (23)
7-8 Very Good (49)
6-7 Good (15)
<6 Below Expectation (4)
Time of the year
Mar - May (23)
Jun - Aug (36)
Sep - Nov (38)
Dec - Feb (35)

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10.0
Exceptional
DIMITRIOS from Greece
Family with teens
4 Bedroom
Stayed 1 night in August 2019

Excellent choice in Manchester when travelling with car. ”

Perfect location to walk to the city centre. Spacious room, clean and comfortable beds and mattresses for a restful sleep. Customer service of high standards. Parking facility (free of charge ) among the other pros. Would stay again and again.

Reviewed August 14, 2019

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Thanks Dimitrios. We look forward to your next stay! :)

Responded August 17, 2019
YHA Manchester Hostel
10.0
Exceptional
Chen from Taiwan
Solo traveler
Dormitory -- Female Only
Stayed 3 nights in August 2019

Strongly recommend to any kind of traveler”

Location is perfect. I made a few good friends here, there are some lovely restaurants nearby, especially "White Lion". Everything is walkable distances. Manchester is a lovely city. Definitely come back!!

Reviewed September 03, 2019

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Wow! Thanks for such an amazing review! Come and stay again soon :)

Responded September 06, 2019
YHA Manchester Hostel
9.6
Exceptional
Mochammad from Indonesia
Solo traveler
Male Dormitory
Stayed 3 nights in October 2019

Great place to stay in Manchester City”

I stayed 3 nights, and it was great stay. The hostel is just like a 3 or 4 stars hotel. They had kitchen and laundry. And the room has ensuite bathroom too.

Reviewed October 31, 2019

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Thanks so much for the great feedback. We hope to see you at the hostel again soon :)

Responded November 01, 2019
YHA Manchester Hostel
9.6
Exceptional
mei from Hong Kong SAR, China
Solo traveler
Dormitory -- Female Only
Stayed 2 nights in October 2019

Exceptional”

clean individual charger and bed light locker in the room a bit far from the center but not much cheap choice in center tho

Reviewed November 01, 2019

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Thanks for your review. We hope you enjoyed your stay :)

Responded November 01, 2019
YHA Manchester Hostel
9.2
Exceptional
Michael from Singapore
Solo traveler
Male Dormitory
Stayed 1 night in February 2020

Great Value and Good Facilities”

Was really comfy except for the fact that the location is a little off. Also, the bed was slightly creaky and could be heard whenever someone moves. But it wont be too bad if you're especially tired and you just needed a place to sleep. Would return again!

Reviewed March 12, 2020

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9.2
Exceptional
Francisco from Ireland
Solo traveler
Male Dormitory
Stayed 1 night in April 2022

Exceptional”

Really cool atmosphere, with comfortable beds and good showers. The only thing that annoy is the noisy outside the building with trains and ducks

Reviewed April 30, 2022

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Hi Francisco. Thanks for the great review. Yes, the geese are particularly noise around this time of year (mating season), but they do calm down as we progress into summer. Sadly, I cannot say the same for the trains. We hope to see you again soon! :-)

Responded May 01, 2022
YHA Manchester Hostel
10.0
Exceptional
Veronica from United Kingdom
Solo traveler
Dormitory -- Female Only
Stayed 1 night in September 2019

Exceptional”

Guests snoring.

Reviewed September 08, 2019

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Thanks for the feedback :)

Responded September 13, 2019
YHA Manchester Hostel
9.2
Exceptional
pala from Malaysia
Solo traveler
Male Dormitory
Stayed 1 night in January 2019

GREAT”

Pro : perfect in every aspect. Con: 1km walk to town centre.

Reviewed January 30, 2019

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Thanks, Great to hear you enjoyed your stay :)

Responded February 01, 2019
YHA Manchester Hostel
8.4
Excellent
Sally from United Kingdom
Solo traveler
Dormitory -- Female Only
Stayed 2 nights in April 2019

Excellent”

Friendly staff, clean rooms with canal view, great size lockers to fit a carry on sized suitcase, closet to hang jackets, great fitted kitchen in the common area to cook quick meals and a comfortable lounge to sit around in the common area.

Reviewed April 26, 2019

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Thanks :)

Responded May 04, 2019
YHA Manchester Hostel
8.0
Excellent
Rachel from Ireland
Group
4 Bedroom
Stayed 1 night in December 2021

No point during covid”

The check in time is 5pm due to covid which I didn't realise at the time of booking. The check out is also early at 10am so you really don't get time in the room. We needed to get ready to go out so it made us miss a booking elsewhere. Towels are extra as are lockers for baggage. You'd get a hotel for the same price. Beds are comfortable though

Reviewed December 09, 2021

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8.4
Excellent
Badreddine
Solo traveler
Male Dormitory
Stayed 3 nights in August 2019

Excellent”

Check out at 10 is a bit early. Beds are not suitable for tall guy and room was not well ventilated. Otherwise great location great staff good service

Reviewed August 11, 2019

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Thanks for the feedback. Great to hear you enjoyed your stay. We also offer a late checkout for £2 extra which gives you until 12 to check out, so you could consider doing this if you stay with us again in the future :)

Responded August 12, 2019
YHA Manchester Hostel
8.4
Excellent
Sieun from United Kingdom
Solo traveler
Dormitory -- Female Only
Stayed 1 night in January 2020

Goooood”

Everthing was fine If I go to Manchester next time, I'll stay here again

Reviewed January 12, 2020

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Amazing! We look forward to your next stay :)

Responded January 13, 2020
YHA Manchester Hostel
8.4
Excellent
Ahmad from United Kingdom
Solo traveler
Male Dormitory
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

Excellent”

Manager was unflixable,, but good experience over all..

Reviewed June 07, 2019

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Thanks for your feedback

Responded June 21, 2019
YHA Manchester Hostel
8.0
Excellent
Iosune
Solo traveler
Dormitory -- Female Only
Stayed 2 nights in August 2019

Very good”

The staff was very friendly and helpful.

Reviewed August 14, 2019

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Awesome! Great to hear you found our staff as lovely as we do! :)

Responded August 17, 2019
YHA Manchester Hostel
7.2
Very good
Chor from Malaysia
Solo traveler
Male Dormitory
Stayed 1 night in November 2019

Nice hostel for short stay”

Stay in 4 bed room with shared in room toilet,the toilet is small They have plug and USB port for every bed Staff service was great Around 10mins walk from/to the tram station

Reviewed December 16, 2019

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Thanks for the great feedback :)

Responded December 20, 2019
YHA Manchester Hostel
7.6
Very good
SIEW from Malaysia
Solo traveler
Male Dormitory
Stayed 1 night in October 2019

Consider Okay. ”

Overall is ok, just a bit far from metro station.

Reviewed October 06, 2019

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Thanks :)

Responded October 14, 2019
YHA Manchester Hostel
6.4
Good
ALAN from United Kingdom
Solo traveler
Male Dormitory
Stayed 1 night in August 2019

Hostel ”

Cheap convenient hostel when traveling Manchester. Quite humid during summer and there’s no fan in place. I’m nit sure if thy provide. Feet smell strongly as you enter the room. The bed stinks with sweat from previous occupant. The air vent in the toilet sounds loudly. But If it’s value for money and convenience you’re looking for then this hostel is for you

Reviewed September 03, 2019

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Thanks for the review Alan. We do provide fans in the rooms when it gets too warm. You just need to ask at reception and we can arrange it for you. We also put fresh bedding on for every new guest, so I'll have to pass on your comments to the housekeeping manager to find out why this wasn't the case during your stay

Responded September 06, 2019
YHA Manchester Hostel
6.4
Good
Suk from Hong Kong SAR, China
Solo traveler
Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
Stayed 6 nights in March 2022

clean and well maintained hostel”

a bit more than budget. better to have wifi connection inside the room.

Reviewed March 12, 2022

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Thanks for your review Suk. We do take such feedback seriously, and I cannot argue with your point about the Wifi, though it does work in most of the rooms. We hope to see you again soon!

Responded March 19, 2022
YHA Manchester Hostel
8.0
Excellent
Sangho from United Kingdom
Solo traveler
Male Dormitory
Stayed 1 night in February 2016

very good location, near by city centre. friendly staff”

Everything was fine, I really had good rest in there. One thing is you can here noises from other room. But good value. If I visit Manchester again, I may stay in there. Please remember if you have YHA card, you have to bring it.

Reviewed February 10, 2016

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8.0
Excellent
Toru from Japan
Solo traveler
Male Dormitory
Stayed 1 night in June 2013

Cheap & Comfortable stay in Manchester”

Price, Cleaness, Free access from central station(except sunday)

I stayed this hotel alone for a night. The free metro shuttle bus is available from Manchester central train station or metro-link (tram). It takes around five minutes by walk from bus stop or metro-link station. It's near Museum of Science & Industry (MOSI). Accommodation itself is typical for hostel.

Reviewed June 07, 2013

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