Where to Stay for the Manchester Derby
Manchester Derby (Manchester United vs. Manchester City) is one of the biggest rivalry matches in world football. The match alternates between the two clubs' stadiums; hotels for both are below.
Dates by year
Dates are set when the season's fixtures are released; kickoff times are often confirmed only a few weeks ahead, so book flexible hotel dates.
Dates are set when the season's fixtures are released; kickoff times are often confirmed only a few weeks ahead, so book flexible hotel dates.
Dates are set when the season's fixtures are released; kickoff times are often confirmed only a few weeks ahead, so book flexible hotel dates.
Dates are set when the season's fixtures are released; kickoff times are often confirmed only a few weeks ahead, so book flexible hotel dates.
Select a year to see that edition's venue and hotels.
Old Trafford
Where to stay
- Salford Quays/MediaCityUK — near the stadium
- City Centre — best hotels and nightlife
- Spinningfields — upscale
Hotels near Old Trafford
#1 · Walkable · about a 2-minute walk · 0.2 mi
★★★★
Hotel Football Old Trafford
Hotel directly opposite the stadium.
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#2 · Short ride or transit · about 15 minutes by tram or car · 2.2 mi
★★★★★
The Lowry Hotel
Riverside hotel in Salford.
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#3 · Short ride or transit · about 15 minutes by tram or car · 2.1 mi
★★★★★
The Edwardian Manchester, a Radisson Collection Hotel
Hotel in the restored Free Trade Hall.
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#4 · Short ride or transit · about 15 minutes by tram or car · 2.4 mi
★★★★★
Stock Exchange Hotel, Autograph Collection
Edwardian former stock exchange.
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#5 · Short ride or transit · about 15 minutes by tram or car · 2.3 mi
★★★★
King Street Townhouse
Boutique hotel with a rooftop infinity pool.
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#6 · Short ride or transit · about 15 minutes by tram or car · 2.2 mi
★★★★★
Kimpton Clocktower Hotel
Victorian landmark on Oxford Street.
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Etihad Stadium
Where to stay
- City Centre — best hotels
- Ancoats — dining
- Northern Quarter — nightlife
Hotels near Etihad Stadium
#1 · Short ride or transit · about 15 minutes by tram or car · 2.1 mi
★★★★★
The Lowry Hotel
Riverside hotel in Salford.
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#2 · Short ride or transit · about 15 minutes by tram or car · 1.9 mi
★★★★★
The Edwardian Manchester, a Radisson Collection Hotel
Hotel in the restored Free Trade Hall.
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#3 · Short ride or transit · about 15 minutes by tram or car · 1.7 mi
★★★★★
Stock Exchange Hotel, Autograph Collection
Edwardian former stock exchange.
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#4 · Short ride or transit · about 15 minutes by tram or car · 1.8 mi
★★★★
King Street Townhouse
Boutique hotel with a rooftop infinity pool.
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#5 · Short ride or transit · about 15 minutes by tram or car · 1.7 mi
★★★★★
Kimpton Clocktower Hotel
Victorian landmark on Oxford Street.
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Getting there
Metrolink trams stop at Old Trafford; it's about 15 minutes from the city center.
Metrolink to Old Trafford or Exchange Quay; walking from Salford Quays takes about 15 minutes.
Hotel prices
City-centre rates spike on match weekends, especially when both Manchester clubs play at home.
Before & after the match
The Northern Quarter's bars and restaurants.
Tips
- Visit tip
- Take the stadium museum and tour on a non-match day.
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