Seeing Manchester City FC play live on their home turf of the Etihad Stadium is the dream of Citizens fans around the world. If you’re one of them and lucky enough to have gotten your hands on a ticket to see your beloved team do their thing on the pitch, then it’s time to turn your attention to accommodation. Manchester is a big city, and choosing an option that’s as close to the Etihad Stadium as possible is a great idea. After all, the last thing you want is a stressful, prolonged journey to the venue on matchday.
If researching the choices sounds like a hassle, don’t worry: I’m here to help! I can’t guarantee a good result, but I can provide details of all your accommodation options below, which will make getting to Manchester City FC’s home ground a dream.
High-Quality Hotels Near the Etihad Stadium
All of the hotels below are not only highly rated but are easily walkable from the Etihad Stadium – the furthest is 1.3 miles out.
Leonardo Hotel Manchester, Great Ancoats Street
Just a little under a mile from Manchester City FC’s ground, you can easily walk to the venue from this highly-rated hotel that’s also less than ten miles from Manchester International Airport. You’ll enjoy a great range of amenities here, including a fitness centre, yoga room, onsite restaurant, bar, lounge, and 24-hour front desk. Breakfast is available, meaning you can fuel up ready for an afternoon of cheering on the Citizens from the terraces of the Etihad Stadium.
Residence Inn by Marriott, Laystall Street
Another hotel that’s around a mile from the Etihad Stadium, you’ll be able to walk to the venue in about twenty minutes if you choose this accommodation option. Breakfast is included in the price, and it is located in the heart of the city, making it convenient for many of Manchester’s most famous sights and attractions. The separate living and sleeping areas make rooms feel like a home-from-home; and take advantage of the complimentary grocery delivery service to stock up your room’s fridge with post-game snacks and treats.
Dakota Manchester, Ducie Street
Winner of Tripadvisor’s Travellers Choice Best of the Best award 2024, Dakota Manchester offers excellence in style and service, featuring a brasserie-style grill and a destination cocktail bar. The establishment’s allergy-free room is fantastic if you, or one of your fellow travelers, suffers from allergies or sensitivities, and the outdoor terrace makes for a wonderfully peaceful place to relax after an exciting day cheering on your football team. Oh – and it’s only a mile from
the stadium, too!
The Cow Hollow Hotel, Newton Street
Looking for somewhere a little different, but that’s still within close proximity of the Etihad Stadium? Then, you need to add the Cow Hollow Hotel to your list! Housed in a restored turn-of-the-century textile warehouse and now offering boutique, high-tech accommodation, the establishment is exquisitely designed and has an onsite coffee shop to relax in before the game begins.
The Reach, Ducie Street
Just 1.3 miles from the Etihad Stadium, The Reach is in the heart of Manchester city and boasts an on-site restaurant serving up a range of delicious, contemporary fare – and a fitness centre to work it all off again! If you’ll be arriving in the city by train, the hotel is just a two-minute walk from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Malmaison Manchester, Piccadilly
Looking for a little bit of luxury on your traveling for sports adventure? Malmaison Manchester could be the place for you. Offering a lavish, refined experience, the accommodation is within easy walking distance of many of the city’s most highly-rated restaurants, boutique stores, and entertainment hotspots. Plus, it’s only 1.4 miles from the Citizen’s home turf.
ABode Manchester, Piccadilly
Just under 1.5 miles from Manchester City’s home ground, choose this accommodation if you want somewhere close to both the stadium and Piccadilly station. Each bedroom has been individually designed, and the hotel prides itself on its warm welcome and onsite contemporary restaurant, bar, and lounge. And if you’ve had a heavy night celebrating a win? Breakfast can be delivered to your room.
Cheap Hotels Near Manchester City FC’s Stadium
If you’re on a tight budget, the accommodation options below offer an affordable alternative – without sacrificing service or cleanliness.
Ibis Budget Manchester Center, Pollard Street
With its affordable prices and location less than a mile from Manchester City FC’s stadium, this hotel could tick all your boxes if you’re traveling for sport on a budget. As well as a great range of amenities, including air conditioning, a 24-hour front desk, a baggage storage facility, and a snack bar, you’ll also be less than half a mile from Manchester Piccadilly Station.
Holiday Inn Manchester Central Park, Oldham Road
Offering cheap, clean accommodation, this Holiday Inn is a little over a mile from the Etihad Stadium and incorporates a bar and lounge, patio, taxi service, and paid private onsite parking. If you’re traveling en famille you’ll be delighted to know that kids stay free at this hotel, making your sporting vacation even more affordable. The accommodation is only a five-minute walk to Central Park Metro station and an easy fifteen-minute drive to the vibrant Manchester city centre.
Travelodge Manchester Sportcity, Birch Street
When it comes to budget hotels, Travelodge offers consistently high quality, no-nonsense accommodation and great service. This option is around a thirty-minute walk to Manchester City FC’s home ground, and the on-site bar and restaurant means that you won’t need to worry about finding somewhere to enjoy a good meal (and a celebratory drink or two) once the final whistle has blown.
easyHotel Manchester City, Dale Street
As its name suggests, this accommodation is in the heart of the city and extremely handy for the bus and metro stops that’ll ferry you to the Etihad Stadium on matchday. Alternatively, if you fancy some fresh air, you can walk to the venue in around twenty-five minutes. Located in Manchester’s vibrant Northern Quarter, this is a great spot from which to explore the city’s restaurants, attractions, shops, and nightlife.
Motel One Manchester-Piccadilly, London Road
A little further out from the other options above but still less than 1.5 miles from the Etihad Stadium, this affordable accommodation is a twenty-minute drive to the airport, so extra convenient if you’ll be flying into the city. The air conditioning and flat-screen televisions in every room are a nice bonus.
Airbnb Accommodation Close to the Etihad Stadium
An Airbnb is a great idea for those who want all the comforts of home on their trip, the freedom to come and go as they please, and sort out their own meals. The three options below are all close to the stadium and have easy links to the city centre.
Entire Home in Greater Manchester
Less than a mile from the Etihad Stadium, this accommodation can host up to six guests, so it could be perfect if you’re traveling as a family or in a group. There is also a tram and bus stop nearby, so it’s a great base from which to take in the sights and sounds of Manchester. You can even walk to the centre in around twenty minutes to enjoy the unique vibe of this exciting city.
Room in Greater Manchester Near Etihad Stadium
If you’re keen to save as much money as possible on your traveling for sports adventure and will be making the trip solo, booking an Airbnb room could offer a great solution. This super affordable option is seven minutes on foot to the football ground, and you’ll have use of a shared private garden and indoor pool, that’s available all year.
Flat Near City and Etihad Stadium
Handy for both the stadium and the city centre, this flat sleeps up to four guests and is one of the few accommodation options in the area offering free parking. Tram and bus stops are both nearby, making it a great base from which to see Manchester FC play live and discover the wider city.
YHA (Youth Hostel Association) Manchester, Castlefield
YHA Manchester is located a fifteen-minute walk from the city centre, where you have various public transport options to get to the Etihad Stadium – find out more about these here. This youth hostel offers a great way to travel to Manchester on a budget, and if you’re planning to travel solo, its social spaces and friendly vibe make it easy to connect with like-minded travelers and Citizens fans here. Choose from a shared or private room; if you’re traveling in a group of sixteen or more people, the YHA offers a group booking service to take care of things for you. The all-you-can-eat breakfast is particularly popular with guests!
FAQs
The average price of a hotel in Manchester is around £154 a night. However, if you’re traveling for sports and looking for a more affordable option, there are many available.
If you’ve booked a hotel in the centre of Manchester, it’s easy to get from here to the Etihad Stadium. The venue is well served by many bus and metro lines running throughout the city, and there are several park-and-ride options, too.
There are many popular hotels close to the Etihad Stadium, including Dakota Manchester and the Cow Hollow Hotel, both of which are listed in our guide above.
Choosing the Perfect Accommodation for Your Trip to See Manchester City FC Live at the Etihad Stadium
Knowing you’ve got the ideal accommodation, close to the Etihad Stadium, sorted out in good time for your trip means you can enjoy the exciting build-up as departure day draws near. Whether you’re looking for the very nearest hotel to Manchester City FC’s home ground or a cheap option with easy transport links to the stadium, we’ve got the solution. Use the guide above to identify the accommodation that best suits your needs and budget, and get counting down the days to kick off!
