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About this property
The Black Lion Manchester
Inn near AO Arena
Located close to Piccadilly Gardens and Canal Street, The Black Lion Manchester provides free English breakfast, a bar, and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Express check-out, outdoor furniture, and a 24-hour front desk
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
Heating and fans
Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
Rainfall showers and free toiletries
60-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and digital channels
Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and desks
Languages
English
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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Offsite parking available (GBP 10 per day)
Food and drink
Free English breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
Arena Black Lion
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
No elevator
More
2 floors
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Rainfall showerhead
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
60-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
Netflix
Streaming services
Food and drink
Electric kettle
Restaurant dining guides
Tea bags/instant coffee
More
Desk
Fan
Heating
Individual decor
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 10
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 10
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
All rooms that have been secured by credit/debit card or prepaid at the time of booking will he held until 9:59 PM on the scheduled day of arrival unless otherwise agreed directly with the Hotel. Any non-secured reservation will be held until 4 PM on the day of arrival at which time we will be entitled to re-let the room, unless the guest has notified the hotel of a late arrival.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children 17 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 17 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Nearby parking fee: GBP 10 per day (328 ft away)
Early check-in fee: GBP 10 (subject to availability)
Late check-out fee: GBP 10 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Property is also known as
Black Lion Hotel Salford
Black Lion Salford
The Black Lion Hotel
The Black Lion Manchester Inn
The Black Lion Manchester Salford
The Black Lion Manchester Inn Salford
Frequently asked questions
Is The Black Lion Manchester pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Black Lion Manchester?
As of Jul 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Black Lion Manchester on Aug 19, 2025 start from ₩98,828, excluding 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.
What time is check-in at The Black Lion Manchester?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 10 (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at The Black Lion Manchester?
Check-out is at 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 10 (subject to availability).
Where is The Black Lion Manchester located?
Situated in Salford, this inn is within a 15-minute walk of AO Arena and Piccadilly Gardens. Canal Street and O2 Apollo Manchester are also within 2 mi (3 km). Exchange Square Tram Stop is 7 minutes by foot and Market Street Station is 10 minutes.
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The Black Lion Manchester Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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Great having a decent boozer just downstairs. Staff attentive and good banter. Very walkable to all the good food and drink on offer in Manchester. Would use again.
Steven
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
6/10 Okay
Tracey
Jul 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely bar / hotel that we have stayed in before however the room let the stay down completely. Definitely not a 'deluxe' room, very basic and awful generator noise from 8am - 10pm
Bed very uncomfortable and lumpy
Good property. Had everything except a hairdryer in the room. Two bottles of water, coffee machine, kettle and iron provided.
Shower was lovely. Room got hot but there was a fan in the room. No lift but that was no issue for us. Our room was two flights of stairs up.
Breckfast was nice except the bacon that was cooked in a well used pan so looked a bit off putting. Drink prices are good in the pub and no noise heard from the pub itself. Very good position for shops and town.
Charged 15 quid for late checkout despite email saying £10 and leaflet in the room saying £10 but still a good price. Would stay here again.
Our room was lovely and the hotel was very conveniently located. The staff was absolutely wonderful!! The breakfasts were amazing, the pub was one of our favorites in Manchester.
Room and ensuite looked good, was spotless and had everything we needed. Comfy bed. Breakfast really tasty. Staff friendly. Really close to AO arena and shops. Will definitely return.
Excellent little hotel, room was compact but perfect for us, big tv and modern bathroom. Food was excellt and the breakfast was perfect we paid the extra £2 to make it large and it was worth it
Really good stay. Super comfy bed. Very good shower, just a little criticism, the towels were not very big and were not soft and fluffy.
Handy spot for the train station and the AO Arena
Great location, great staff, lovely room and bathroom. If you are a light sleeper, bring ear plugs since the hotel is next to a busy junction and above a pub.