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The Alan

The Alan

Manchester England
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM
Unlock the rhythm of city life from your stylish sanctuary at The Alan, where urban exploration begins, just a 4-minute walk from Canal Street and 6 minutes by foot from Piccadilly Gardens. This eco-certified hotel is 10 minutes walk to Deansgate and 15 minutes walk to University of Manchester.

Make yourself at home in one of the 137 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property Details

Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a reception hall.

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Number of stairs to reach property - 6
  • Distance from property (meters) - 160
  • Lot hours - 24 hours
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Free reception
  • Coworking spaces
  • Number of meeting rooms - 3
  • Free WiFi
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Energy-saving switches
  • At least 80% of all lighting comes from LEDs
  • LED light bulbs
  • Vegan menu options available
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • No accessible shuttle
  • Vegetarian menu options available
  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Distance from property (ft) - 525
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Multilingual staff
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
  • Offsite parking discounted rates available
  • Elevator
  • Double-glazing on all windows
  • Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
  • Showcase for local artists
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Casino nearby
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Reception hall
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Meeting rooms
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Registration desk height (centimeters) - 102
  • Elevator door width (inches) - 40
  • Registration desk height (inches) - 40
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Stairwell handrail height (inches) - 36
  • Elevator door width (centimeters) - 102
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-out
  • Stairwell handrail height (centimeters) - 91
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Golfing nearby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Concierge services

Check-in

Check-in is from 3:00 PM until anytime. Guests must be at least 18 to check-in.

Guests will receive an email 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
  • Mobile payment options include: Google Pay, Apple Pay, and PayPal
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
  • Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

Other details

Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The hotel also offers room service (during limited hours). Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. This hotel has 3 meeting rooms available for events.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Manchester Art Gallery - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Manchester City Hall - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Market Street - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
St. Peter's Square - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Manchester Central Library - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Canal Street - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Manchester Christmas Market - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Albert Square - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Manchester Palace Theatre - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
King Street Manchester - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Bridgewater Hall - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Albert Hall - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Piccadilly Gardens - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Manchester Central Convention Complex - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
St Mary's The Hidden Gem - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
The nearest airports are:
Manchester Airport (MAN) - 14.8 km / 9.2 mi
John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 54.4 km / 33.8 mi

  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-out is available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Hotel policies

General

  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in
  • Professional property host/manager
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • LGBTQ friendly
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • Events/parties not allowed
  • Green Tourism Program
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Essential workers only - NO
  • Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing

Pets

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Pets not allowed

Resort fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: GBP 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • A tax is imposed by the city: GBP 1.20 per accommodation, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Other charges

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 17.00 for adults and GBP 17.00 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 30 per day(525 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Location

18 Princess Street, Manchester, England M1 4LG, United Kingdom
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Free WiFi
Vegetarian breakfast available
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Number of restaurants - 1
Number of bars/lounges - 1