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 fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene.
Heaton Park
Explore the great outdoors at Heaton Park, a lovely green space in Manchester. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Etihad Stadium
Catch an event at Etihad Stadium during your trip to Manchester. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Deansgate
During your trip to Manchester, you can do some window-shopping at Deansgate. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
University of Manchester
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Manchester during your travels in Manchester. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Manchester: Sightseeing Bus Tour
Bridgewater: Royal Horticultural Society Garden Ticket
Top hotels in Ancoats
TRIBE Manchester Airport
I had a very unpleasant experience choosing this airport hotel over another one which I had work related event at the next day. I stayed in the hotel for one day and since booking everything was below expectations. First, been told need to book car park and asked to send details then no response ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
a&o Manchester City Centre
I had a twin room which was spacious and clean with a large sized TV. Minor downsides were not all the USB sockets worked, the air-conditioning was on the noisy side but didn't stop me sleeping and some stains on the carpet and a chair make it look dirty but it was in fact very clean.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
The sink in the bathroom was awful. Parts of it were falling away. It needed replacing. There was no info in the room.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
ibis budget Manchester Airport
Great hotel. Small rooms but well laid out. Clean and comfortable. Great food options available in the hotel. Quick and easy to get terminal 2.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
YOTEL Manchester Deansgate
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Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport
Handy to the airport, train station and shuttle to car hire village. Good first night for people coming off long haul flights before collection of hire cars. Rooms clean and beds good
Reviewed on 9 May 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
Even though there aren't top sights in New Islington, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Canal Street. Jump on the metro at New Islington Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Piccadilly
When in Piccadilly and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Canal Street or Manchester Conference Centre 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.
