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Selina NQ1

Carmel Smickersgill, Tours & Activities Editor

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Selina NQ1

15 Hilton St, Manchester, M1 1JJ
1612364414
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Selina NQ1 is a hotel, bar and social space with character and charm. Situated in the heart of the Northern Quarter on the corner of Stevenson Square. Your stay will be in the middle of vibrant and ever changing street art, independent pubs, bohemia bars, live music, dancing and more.

Within the hotel’s walls you can find creative workshops, event nights, a coffee shop and library. Making it an ideal place for a creative stay.

What's on near Selina NQ1

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Creatures of the Night Comedy Club

An insanely committed seven-nights-a-week, Creatures of the Night Comedy Club opens its doors (20.30-22.30 typically, though please check) for evening after evening of side-splitting comedy.

From £5.00
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The Comedy Vault

Every Monday night upstairs at Fierce Bar, The Comedy Vault hosts an outrageously funny open-mic night. Come and try your hand or just to watch and laugh.

Free entry
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