Hatters Hostel

Hatters Hostel is a budget hostel at 50 Newton Street, Manchester M1 1ED, in the Northern Quarter of Manchester, North West England. The building is a converted hat factory, a reminder of the area's industrial past as a centre of textile and hat making, and the hostel keeps a industrial-loft character with exposed brick and large windows. Newton Street is a few minutes' walk from Piccadilly Gardens and Piccadilly railway station, so arrival by train is straightforward, and the Metrolink tram stops at Piccadilly Gardens and Market Street are close by. The Northern Quarter's bars, cafes, independent shops and live music venues surround the hostel, and the Arndale shopping centre, the Manchester Art Gallery and Chinatown are all within an easy walk. The hostel is aimed at backpackers, students and budget travellers. Accommodation includes dormitory beds and private rooms, with dorm beds typically costing about GBP 18-30 per night in low season and GBP 25-45 in high season. Private rooms cost more but remain well below the price of city-centre hotels. Guests have access to Wi-Fi, lockers for storing belongings, a shared kitchen for self-catering, a lounge for socialising and an on-site bar. The common areas are the main attraction, and the social atmosphere makes it easy to meet other travellers and to find information about local events, pub quizzes and walking routes. There is no restaurant, pool or spa, so facilities focus on shared space and affordability. The hostel suits solo travellers, small groups and those on a tight budget who prefer a lively base over private luxury. Light sleepers should be aware that the Northern Quarter is busy and noisy on weekend nights, and private rooms or earplugs can help. Bringing a padlock for the lockers is sensible, and booking ahead is advisable during university term starts, major concerts and summer weekends when demand is high.