Yha Manchester Hostel, Manchester
About the Hotel
YHA Manchester is a purpose-built hostel located on Potato Wharf, an area rich in history. The hostel is ideally situated just a 15-minute walk from the city center, making it accessible to numerous cultural and historic attractions. This hostel caters to diverse groups, from school trips to visitors exploring Manchester's vibrant nightlife. Guests can expect a lively atmosphere, with staff and fellow travelers from around the globe.
Location
Nestled beside a canal, YHA Manchester provides convenient access to Manchester’s vibrant attractions, including museums, shopping centers, and sporting venues. It is just 1 miles from Manchester Victoria train station, facilitating travel for guests. The hostel also features free on-site parking for guests arriving by car, and it is well-connected to major public transport routes.
Rooms
YHA Manchester offers a variety of room types, including shared dormitory rooms and private en-suite rooms. Shared dormitories accommodate up to four guests with individual bunk beds and private bathrooms. The double room features a private bathroom with a shower, providing more privacy for guests. Disabled access rooms are also available, ensuring inclusivity for all visitors.
Eat & Drink
The hostel provides an all-you-can-eat breakfast option featuring sausage, bacon, eggs, hash browns, tomatoes, and beans, along with continental choices such as fresh fruit and pastries. Guests can enjoy hearty dishes and desserts for lunch and dinner, with specific menus catering to vegetarian and vegan dietary needs. A licensed bar is also available, offering a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
Leisure & Business
Guests at YHA Manchester can take advantage of various leisure amenities, including a communal kitchen for self-catering and a café bar with regular film nights in the cinema room. Business facilities include a meeting room for group bookings and great practices for activities like golf. Additionally, the hostel offers easy access to local adventure activities such as indoor skydiving and mountain climbing.
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Getting around
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Locker room
- Elevator
- Coffee shop
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Pool tables
Guest Parking
- Shared kitchen
Services
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Board games
- Children's menu
- Game room
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Heating
- Garden furniture
Self-catering
- Shared kitchen
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
I found the hotel to be quite comfortable and welcoming, with friendly staff making the stay pleasant. However, the location was not as vibrant as I'd hoped and required transportation to central areas. The dining experience offered good value for money. Overall, a decent stay with some room for improvement.
I had a nice night thank you in the dormitory. The rooms are not so big, but big enough and were better than expected at a hostel. The service provided was very friendly, caring, and helpful, making it feel like being at home. The location is good, staff friendly, and for the price, it was very reasonable. The dining experience was highly recommended with a really good spread. The facilities were also great with a welcoming drink.
The hotel offers clean and spacious rooms but with a really bad view of the trash outside. It was £39 cheaper than other options in Manchester over the Easter weekend and includes free parking. The service was mostly friendly and helpful, though marred by a rude incident. The location, while not central, is convenient and close to the center. Dining was satisfactory with good value for money. Additional aspects highlight a friendly staff and a good spread of food, but some lapses in service and a less than ideal room view.
The hostel is a good option for a short stay, offering clean and comfortable rooms, friendly and professional staff, and a location that is close to public transportation and city center attractions. The dining experience is reasonable but comes with additional charges for some items. Overall, I would recommend it for a brief visit.
