Central Retail District Travel Guide
Manchester
Visit Central Retail District
Popular places to visit
Royal Exchange Theatre
You can make plans for a show at Royal Exchange Theatre on your trip to Manchester. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
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.
Etihad Stadium
Catch an event at Etihad Stadium during your trip to Manchester. Discover the area's entertainment choices and shops.
Trafford Centre
During your trip to Manchester, you can enjoy retail therapy at Trafford Centre. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
Heaton Park
Explore the great outdoors at Heaton Park, a lovely green space in Manchester. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
Deansgate
During your trip to Manchester, you can do some window-shopping at Deansgate. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this romantic area.
Top hotels in Central Retail District
Motel One Manchester-Royal Exchange
"Great location right in the middle of Manchester. Staff were friendly, bed was comfy. Room was very cold and only aircon mode was boiling hot but that was the only negative"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
BrewDog DogHouse Manchester
"Top top stay! Myself was passing through for work just 1 night stay. Shower beers, so no more!"
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2026
The Rex – Formerly Hotel Gotham
"Very enjoyable stay. Comfortable room. Friendly and relaxed staff. Excellent breakfast. Very good location. Would have liked to stay longer."
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2026
TRIBE Manchester Airport
"Perfect for trains the hotel is just outside the train station 5 min walk then straight back into the terminal for your flight (or vice versa)"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
a&o Manchester City Centre
"Very convenient central location. Comfy bed. No frills but very quiet given the location."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
YOTEL Manchester Deansgate
"Lovely quirky cool hotel. All felt nice and new. Coffee machines on each floor was a nice touch. Decent breakfast also, would recommend :)"
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Central Retail District
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.
Northern Quarter
Northern Quarter is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Market Street and Greater Manchester Police Museum.
Didsbury
If you're looking for abundant dining options, a trip to Didsbury might be just the ticket. Explore top sights in the area like Wilmslow Road and get around town on the metro at Didsbury Village Tram Stop.
Old Trafford
Travellers choose Old Trafford for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Trafford Bar Tram Stop or Old Trafford Tram Stop and check out top sights like Old Trafford.
Piccadilly
When in Piccadilly and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Etihad Stadium or Canal Street and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Picadilly Gardens Station or Mosley Street Station.
