Britannia Hotel Manchester

Britannia Hotel Manchester is a large hotel on Portland Street, Manchester M1 3LA, housed in a Victorian former warehouse in the city centre of Manchester, North West England. The building reflects the city's nineteenth-century trading wealth, when warehouses along Portland Street and Piccadilly stored and sold cotton goods, and its ornate exterior and large scale make it a recognisable landmark near Piccadilly Gardens. The hotel is within walking distance of Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester Piccadilly railway station, the Metrolink tram stops, Chinatown, the Northern Quarter and the Gay Village, and the Manchester Art Gallery and Albert Square are also close. The hotel is classed as four-star but falls in the budget category, with typical rates of about GBP 55-90 per night in low season and GBP 70-120 in high season, which makes it one of the cheaper options for its central position. Accommodation includes Standard rooms, Executive rooms and Family rooms, and the Executive category offers extra space and comforts. Rooms vary in size and condition because of the age of the building, and guest ratings are lower than for newer chains, so visitors who value polish may prefer another option while those who prioritise price and location find good value. Wi-Fi is available, and the hotel has a restaurant and a bar serving breakfast, evening meals and drinks, along with a 24-hour reception. There is no pool or spa listed. Service is geared towards volume, with groups, coach parties, event visitors and budget-conscious families among the regular guests. The central location means most sights, theatres and shopping streets can be reached on foot, and the nearby Piccadilly station is convenient for arrivals and departures. Portland Street is busy and can be noisy at night, so light sleepers should ask for a room facing away from the road. Booking early secures the lowest rates, which rise during concerts, football fixtures and the Christmas market season.