Dakota Manchester

4.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to Canal Street

Photo gallery for Dakota Manchester

Bar (on property)
Bar (on property)
Terrace/patio
Reception
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$292
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr

Explore the area

Map
29 Ducie Street, Manchester, England, M1 2JL
  • Canal Street
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Piccadilly Gardens
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Manchester Palace Theatre
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Manchester (MAN)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Signature Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Separate bath and shower
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Separate bath and shower
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Garden)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Separate bath and shower
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Separate bath and shower
Rainfall showerhead
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Separate bath and shower
Rainfall showerhead
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Manchester

At Dakota Manchester you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Canal Street and Piccadilly Gardens. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. English breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Within a 20-minute walk of this 4-property class Manchester City Centre hotel, attractions include Manchester Arndale and University of Manchester.

What's nearby

  • Canal Street - 6 min walk
  • Piccadilly Gardens - 7 min walk
  • Deansgate - 17 min walk
  • O2 Apollo Manchester - 2 min drive
  • Etihad Stadium - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Manchester (QQM-Piccadilly Train Station) - 6 min walk
  • Picadilly Gardens Station - 8 min walk
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Piccadilly Tap - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Leon - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ducie Street Warehouse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Port Street Beer House - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Dakota Manchester

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to Canal Street
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at Dakota Manchester. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Manchester hotel is smoke free.

  • 137 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Dakota Manchester offers 137 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary slippers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Valet parking on site (GBP 40 per night)

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 22 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height view port in door
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 50.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: GBP 1.20 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 22 per person
  • Valet parking fee: GBP 40 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 50.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Dakota Manchester?

Dakota Manchester offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Dakota Manchester?

As of 3 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dakota Manchester on 31 Mar 2025 start from AU$289.61, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Dakota Manchester?

Yep, Dakota Manchester has valet parking for GBP 40 per night.

Does Dakota Manchester serve breakfast?

Yep, English breakfast is available weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Dakota Manchester?

No, Dakota Manchester does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Dakota Manchester?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Dakota Manchester?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Dakota Manchester?

No, pets are not allowed.

Dakota Manchester Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 865 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 84 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1005 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANDREW

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

James

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Hotel it’s self was beautiful but when you pay £200+ for a room mid week you don’t expect to be greeted with a £50 damage deposit for a room. A little bit insulting really. Also when a check out is 11am you don’t expect to be knocked on by cleaners at 10am trying to kick you out the room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good classic double
Great Double room, comfy bed and good sized tv. Only down side to this room was no mini bar or slippers/robes.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mr Omar

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best in Manchester by far
Always a brilliant stay. Upgraded to a suite and the extra space a complimentary mini bar was brilliant. Used the valet parking this time which again, very convenient and a brilliant service all round.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simran

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very stylish property with great service. Felt like a break rather than a business stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

DENISE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, super friendly staff
I’ve stayed here several times, it’s one of my favourite hotels. The staff are always amazing and can’t do enough for you. I highly recommend this hotel. I spend 4 nights a week in hotels so I don’t say this lightly; this is the best hotel in Manchester.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

toby

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel in Manchester
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

SZE HWEI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chloe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ebrahim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aneel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel with friendly staff and very clean/modern facilities. Great location too.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nickie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quality hotel in central location
Had an amazing stay at the Dakota. All staff friendly and welcoming. Lovely atmosphere in the bar area and all food and drink was great quality.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Hayley

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great for going to the airport, stylish too. We’ve come twice now and we’ll be back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024