Ancoats Travel Guide
Manchester
Popular places to visit
Old Trafford
Cheer on soccer players during an exhilarating match and tour this 75,000-capacity stadium, home to one of Britain’s greatest soccer teams.
Trafford Centre
During your trip to Manchester, you can enjoy retail therapy at Trafford Centre. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.
Etihad Stadium
Catch an event at Etihad Stadium during your trip to Manchester. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Heaton Park
Explore the great outdoors at Heaton Park, a lovely green space in Manchester. Experience the area's entertainment choices and fascinating museums.
Deansgate
During your trip to Manchester, you can do some window-shopping at Deansgate. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this romantic area.
AO Arena
Catch an event at AO Arena during your trip to Cheetham Hill. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Things to do
Hard Rock Cafe Manchester Dining Experience
Manchester: National Football Museum Admission Ticket
Manchester: Alcotraz Immersive Cocktail Experience Ticket
Idyllic England: Derbyshire & the Peak District from Manchester
Top hotels in Ancoats
TRIBE Manchester Airport
Seamless check in
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
Although the room was showing a bit of wear and tear and the table lamp wasn’t working, the bed was super comfy and the bath water was roasting. Had a drink in the grill room which had a lovely ambience until they switched to the football blasting out rather than the inviting music when I first sat ...
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Treehouse Hotel Manchester
Huge room (studio suite), amazing design and great location. Very clean, and great price. Only minor thing was the lights in living room half didn’t work when I reported it no one came to fix it. I would still definitely recommend and will be back.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Crowne Plaza Manchester Airport by IHG
Staff lovely Close to airport Quiet
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport
Very comfortable bed and convenient for T2.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Motel One Manchester Piccadilly
The staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful. It's great to be able to leave bags securely after check out, and I also like that there's an option to skip the daily room service. We were able to ask for items such as tea, coffee and toilet rolls when needed.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ancoats
Northern Quarter
Northern Quarter is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Market Street and Affleck's Palace.
New Islington
While you're in New Islington, take in top sights like Rochdale Canal and jump on the metro at New Islington Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Piccadilly
If you're spending time in Piccadilly, check out sights like Market Street or Rochdale Canal and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Picadilly Gardens Station or Mosley Street Station.
Gay Village
While visiting Gay Village, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Street and Alan Turing Memorial.
Chinatown
Chinatown is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Manchester Art Gallery and Imperial Chinese Archway while in the area.
Manchester City Centre
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Manchester City Centre. Check out top attractions like Manchester Art Gallery and St. Peter's Square, and jump on the metro at St Peters Square Station or Mosley Street Station to see more of the city.
