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Just 10 minutes’ walk from central Manchester, the YHA hostel boasts a café bar, regular film nights in its cinema room, a canal side restaurant. Onsite parking is available for £5.00 per day (subject to availability). With a 24-hour front desk, the property provides a buffet breakfast each morning and free Wi-Fi accross the property.

Guests at YHA Manchester can make use of a communal kitchen for their own All rooms contain bunk beds and are en-suite. There is 24-hour guest access to the hostel. Super clean, good location, has self-catered kitchen.

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8.4
Very good
3,169 reviews
Price from
US$34
per night

Ideally located in the Manchester City Centre district of Manchester, Rahman Hostel is set 300 metres from Canal Street, 700 metres from Manchester Art Gallery and 600 metres from The Palace Theatre. This 3-star hostel offers a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property is 700 metres from the city centre and 300 metres from Piccadilly Railway Station. It’s tucked inside the heart of the city, yet feels cosy and safe. Super friendly and accommodating staff You must book John Jay

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4.6
Review score
2,163 reviews
Price from
US$28
per night

Located in the heart of Manchester's lively Northern Quarter and offering free WiFi in all rooms and communal areas. Malacuna Manchester offers 3-star budget rooms and dormitories, a shared kitchen (currently unavailable due to improvement works) and a central location convenient for shopping, nightlife and Manchester's attractions. Amazing location right in the center and very friendly staff. Also rooms are very clean and in great condition. Big plus is the curtain that each bed has for extra privacy. Overall very good stay and would recommend to everyone:))

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7.7
Good
2,601 reviews
Price from
US$48
per night

Situated in Radcliffe, 8 km from Heaton Park, Freedom hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. The hostel offers an outdoor swimming pool, hot tub and a shared kitchen. Freedom Hostel in Manchester is truly one of a kind. 🏡 Neil and his amazing mum Sue 👩‍👦 made me feel completely at home – even inviting me to a lovely dinner 🍽️! The hostel has a warm, open-minded vibe 🤝 with friendly guests from all backgrounds 🌐. It’s in a quiet area 🌳 and feels more like a family than a hostel 🧡. The house is open 24/7 🕒, and the two cute dogs 🐶🐶 might bark at first 🐾 but they’re super friendly. Neil is a great host 👏 kind, professional, and full of travel wisdom ✈️🌎. Highly recommend if you're looking for a cozy and unique place to stay! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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7.4
Good
165 reviews
Price from
US$24
per night

Situated in Manchester and within 3.5 km of Clayton Hall Museum, O5 Property has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. The property is around 4.3 km from Etihad Stadium, 4.6 km from Greater Manchester Police Museum and 5 km from Chetham's Library. Piccadilly Railway Station is 6 km away and Royal Exchange Theatre is 6 km from the hostel. Host was amazing and provided us with a fan heater and even met us at the property

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7
Good
33 reviews
Price from
US$51
per night

Situated conveniently in the Salford district of Manchester, True Student Manchester Salford is set less than 1 km from The Lowry, 3.3 km from Manchester Central and 3.3 km from Opera House Manchester. All rooms feature a kitchenette, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and a private bathroom. The hostel features a fitness centre, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi throughout the property. Very well equipped room with friendly staff. Good common rooms.

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5.4
Review score
5 reviews

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