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Motel One Manchester-Royal Exchange

Demi Sheridan, Editorial Assistant

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Motel One Manchester-Royal Exchange

11 Cross St, Manchester, M2 1WE
01612280800
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  • MondayOpen 24 hours
  • TuesdayOpen 24 hours
  • WednesdayOpen 24 hours
  • ThursdayOpen 24 hours
  • FridayOpen 24 hours
  • SaturdayOpen 24 hours
  • SundayOpen 24 hours

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Hotel Motel One Manchester-Royal Exchange
Hotel Motel One Manchester-Royal Exchange
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Tucked away in the heart of Manchester’s thriving city centre, Motel One Manchester – Royal Exchange offers a stylish and modern haven for all travellers. Located directly opposite the legendary Royal Exchange Theatre, in the former centre of the cotton trade, you can expect the interior to reflect its history. With a trendy faux-industrial look in tribute to ‘Cottonpolis’, the design focuses on raw materials, high round steel arches and printed cloth. 

Featuring 302 guest rooms, all designed with a sleek and minimalist approach, effortlessly balancing comfort and style. Each room is designed with guest convenience in mind, plush bedding, smart TVs and high-quality amenities. The hotel’s signature design includes large windows, flooding the room with natural light and offering stunning views of the city while creating a peaceful atmosphere in the heart of the action. 

The hotel’s chic One Lounge serves signature cocktails such as ‘The One’, ‘MCR Martini’ and ‘The Industrialist’, perfect for a pre-show drink or evening unwind. The lounge also serves as a comfortable space to relax and socialise before a day of exploring the city, offering freshly made coffee everyday. With stylish touches and retro couches, the space compliments the hotel’s overall aesthetic of elegance and comfort. 

The choice of location of Motel One – Royal Exchange, allows for easy access to Manchester’s main attractions. Whether you are in the city to catch a show at the Royal Exchange theatre itself, looking to delve into the shops at the Manchester Arndale centre or explore the Northern Quarter’s eclectic mix of independent bars and restaurants, this hotel promises a memorable and convenient stay.

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