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Velvet Hotel

4.0 star property
Boutique hotel with restaurant, near University of Manchester

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Velvet Bar invites you to a cozy evening with its warm lighting and inviting outdoor seating. | Velvet Hotel
Indulge in a cozy evening at the Velvet Lounge, where plush seating and ambient lighting create the perfect atmosphere for relaxation. | Velvet Hotel
Velvet seating and modern decor create a cozy atmosphere in this stylish restaurant. | Velvet Hotel
Luxurious bedroom with a large bed, wooden furniture, and a warm, inviting atmosphere. | Velvet Hotel
Sleek bar with a curated selection of spirits and a modern ambiance, perfect for a sophisticated evening out. | Velvet Hotel
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Banquet hall
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Laundry service
The price is $111
includes taxes & fees
$92 per night
Mar 2 - Mar 3

Room options

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Double Room, Ground Floor (dance music can be heard) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Double Room, Ground Floor (dance music can be heard)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Premium Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Signature Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Penthouse | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV

Deluxe Penthouse

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room, Balcony | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Superior Double Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Exclusive Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Exclusive Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
2 Canal Street, Manchester, England, M1 3HE

What's nearby

  • University of Manchester - 11 min walk
  • Manchester Arndale - 13 min walk
  • O2 Apollo Manchester - 18 min walk
  • AO Arena - 20 min walk
  • Etihad Stadium - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 31 min drive
  • John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 58 min drive
  • Manchester Piccadilly Station - 4 min walk
  • Manchester (QQM-Piccadilly Train Station) - 5 min walk
  • Manchester Manchester Oxford Road Station - 8 min walk
  • Picadilly Gardens Station - 4 min walk
  • Mosley Street Station - 6 min walk
  • Market Street Station - 8 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Via Fossa - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Store Street Craft Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Brewers Manchester - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Eagle Bar Manchester - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Churchills - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Velvet Hotel

Velvet Hotel offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Canal Street and Piccadilly Gardens. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Village Brasserie, which serves British cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this boutique hotel include a bar/lounge and a terrace. The helpful staff and overall property condition get great marks from fellow travelers. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Picadilly Gardens Station is 4 minutes and Mosley Street Station is 6 minutes.

Languages

English, Hungarian, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish, Ukrainian

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 36 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • All guests must show a valid ID.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (18 years old and younger) not allowed
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Offsite parking within 656 ft (GBP 26.00 per day); reservations required
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • To-go breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2008
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Banquet hall
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 50-inch Smart TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Minibar
  • Espresso maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Village Brasserie - This brasserie specializes in British cuisine and serves brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: GBP 100 per accommodation, per stay

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: GBP 1.20 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • To-go breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 9 per person
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from January 6 2025 to January 16 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Dining venue(s)
The following facilities are closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Front desk
The following facilities are closed on Monday and Tuesday:
  • Dining venue(s)
The following facilities are closed on Monday and Tuesday:
  • Bar/lounge

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 26.00 per day (656 ft away)

Policies

Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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 major credit cards, debit cards and mobile payments. Cash is not accepted.
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay.
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
This hotel will place a credit card or debit card authorization for the room rate and security deposit at check-in. Cash payments/deposits are accepted with valid photo ID.

Also known as

Hotel Velvet
Velvet Hotel
Velvet Hotel Manchester
Velvet Manchester
Velvet Hotel Hotel
Velvet Hotel Manchester
Velvet Hotel Hotel Manchester

Frequently asked questions

Does Velvet Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Velvet Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Velvet Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Velvet Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Velvet Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Manchester235 Casino (15-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at Velvet Hotel and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include University of Manchester (11-min walk) and Royal Exchange Theatre (13-min walk), along with Manchester Arndale (13-min walk) and Manchester Opera House (0.9 mi).

Are there restaurants at or near Velvet Hotel?

Yes, Village Brasserie offers alfresco dining and British cuisine. The dining venue will be unavailable from January 6 2025 to January 16 2025 (dates subject to change).

What's the area around Velvet Hotel like?

Velvet Hotel is in Manchester City Centre, a short 4-minute walk from Picadilly Gardens Station and 5 minutes' walk from Piccadilly Gardens. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Ed, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Expensive room but overall very good.
Hotel was easy-ish to find, needed google maps as its entrance is really just the name on the door, no big entrance like most, on arrival i got a glass of prosecco and a quick professional check in from the young lady behind the desk. The room was a balcony room, it was clean but the lighting was a little less than im used to, big chandalier on a dimmer and two small lamps , my only complaints were that there were no complimentary bottles of water, there were some in the mini bar at £2.50 each but i feel for a room with that price tag, water should be complimentary and the inevitable noise from outside being in the centre of the gay village and a balcony room it kept me up a while. The balcony was smallish but had a heat lamp so it wasnt cold, my guest smokes so they were able to partake comfortably, all in all a little too pricey (imo) but very nice.
philip, 1-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very Good

Ian, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Tim, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Paolo, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Simon, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

James, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Credit card fraud
Not great. Charged for damage to the room because the bedsheets were soiled apparently. £hundreds to be precise! Don’t give them your credit card information, they will charge you what they want with no evidence or justification
Antony, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Gem of Canal street
Great hotel with amazing rooms. Easy to reach to and from Manchester piccadily. Will stay again
Kaushal, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Mark, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Good
The welcome was amazing Kylie Prosecco on arrival as we are both Kylie fans this was awesome, the room was very small to small for us and we are not tall at all felt very cramped with this in mind we have cancelled our two day stay in May 2025
Stephen, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel
We have been to velvet a couple of times now, we love it. Lovely rooms, friendly staff and perfectly situated. This stay was slightly tarnished by being woken up at 5:30am by someone blasting music in the room above us, but after calling reception and letting them know they sorted it quickly. Highly recommend this hotel
Callum, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Overpriced
Room average. no/very little hot water. Overpriced. Service was good however.
Michael, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Ian, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Lovely chic hotel
Fabulous location. Chic modern hotel. Great rooms, well appointed. Only downside is getting £100 taken out of my account on check-in. Then not getting it back for 5 - 7 working days...
Steven, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Great location, clean and comfy room
Great location - clean room, fully stocked fridge and snacks, comfy bed, nice bathroom, clean and tidy. We didn't receive our welcome drink we were promised - they even gave it to the couple in front of us and then deadpan ignored us! cheeky.
Rik, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Not what it used to be
The Velvet Hotel used to be my favourite place in Manchester to stay, having been a few times. I've always recommended it. But this time around definitely fell short. I paid over £400 for a night in one of the suites with a bath in the room. The best part was being able to check in early - that was appreciated and helpful although no welcome drink as I've been used to on arrival (the little things matter). The room was absolutely lovely and nicely presented (needed a good clean though as there was dust all over the walls and the waterfall shower didn't have all jets working as it was clogged up- I quickly scrubbed away the limescale and got it fully on (but again, the little things). The carpet needed a good clean as well. Slept soundly with no issues. In the morning I thought I'd make myself a coffee and a tea, but there was No mugs, no milk, no coffee and no tea in the room. I went down to reception and asked and was given a coffee pod, two teabags and two mugs. Still no milk and there was no offer to bring it up. (the lift was out of order as well so a lot more walking). The next thing was having a morning bath (I'd paid over £100 difference to get a room with a bath). It was our 7 years anniversary so I wanted to make sure it was nice. The plug didn't latch so you couldn't run a bath. On check out we told reception this and was given a very half hearted apology. I think I'm really disappointed by how it's gone downhill and the lack of effort to make it up.
Lauren, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Average
Bed fine Room ok. Noisy outside and inside with rude guests - not hotels fault that. Noisy area. Asked twice for tea and milk and glasses not taken and replaced from clean.
Darren, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel and great staff
Very friendly and helpful staff very clean and beautiful hotel rebooked already for New Year’s Eve
Matthew, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous
Our stay at The Velvet Hotel was lovely from the moment we arrived to the time we left. Check in was really quick and efficient and being given a glass of Rosé Prosecco to drink while we were checking in was a really nice touch. Our room was lovely. Spotlessly clean, well equipped and really comfortable. My only observation would be that because we were on a low floor the noise from Canal Street below was quite noticeable when we got back to our room after being out for the night. This wasn’t an issue for us, but light sleepers may want to ask for a higher floor or bring ear plugs with them.
Graeme, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Generally ok stay with some gripes
Nice stay overall but let down by a couple of things. We ate in the brasserie on Thursday night but the service was very poor. Slow, didn’t take drink order until the food order and didn’t offer us a dessert or the bill. We had to chase this. We were in room 26 and it was a bit tired. Loose tiles on the floor in the bathroom, A lot of scuffs and marks on the furniture and the carpet could do with being replaced as it was worn. The TV also didn’t work properly. Freeview channels were constantly glitching. The bed was very comfortable and the rooms were quiet. The area was nice and central but we wouldn’t stay at this hotel again.
Craig, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Neil, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous
Absolutely gorgeous hotel in a great location
Ian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Paul, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Let down
We stay here regularly and unfortunately this time was a big let down. The bathroom lights decided to stop working, they are run on touch buttons and so are liable to stop working. We were offered another barhroom to use on another floor which isn't good, we payed 500 pounds for a boutique room not a hostel. The room was in general disrepair and the coffee machine didn't work.....standard in most hotels. We have stayed here regularly and have seen a slowl decline in the standard. The staff are excellent, but maybe a little training on how to reset lights in the rooms would help, it's just a reset of the plc.
Paul, 2-night trip
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General property information

Travelers Say
"We really enjoyed our 1- night stay, a big King size bed, a big screen TV, and a massive tub!"
Reasons to Book
Comfortable Beds & Beautiful Rooms
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM