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.

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

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. Quench your thirst with your favorite 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
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
Manchester Conference Centre - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Manchester235 Casino - 0.6 km / 0.4 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).

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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