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As the city centre, Manchester Piccadilly is one of the most pricey areas to stay in, however it benefits from being close to most of the city’s best landmarks, shops, and bars, as well as the train station, which offers national rail services.

If you’re all about the music though, like many Mancunians are, stay in the Northern Quarter where its best alternative bars and rock clubs are located. With many galleries and street murals dotted around the area, this area attracts a creative crowd too.

Some creatives, however, prefer Ancoats as it is slightly less commercialised and more authentic than the Northern Quarter, featuring eclectic cuisine, sultry speakeasies, and traditional craft breweries.

Manchester is known for being an inclusive city, and its beloved Gay Village has plenty of gay-friendly shops and hotels, and a number of renowned gay bars, which can be found on Canal Street.

Spinningfields and Deansgate are the more elegant alternative to the Northern Quarter for young professionals, as the redeveloped industrial financial centre is filled with cosmopolitan cocktail bars and refined restaurants.

Hulme and Beech Road are the best locales for families and those looking for a quieter community atmosphere. Easy to reach by bus or tram, these neighbourhoods have their own high streets which offer an outstanding selection of restaurants, pubs, cafes, bars, and shops.

Much of Manchester is connected by tram, and it is usually the cheapest and quickest way around the city. That said, Manchester is a relatively small city, and you can reach almost anywhere within the inner city in around 10 minutes.