The Northern Quarter is one of Manchester’s most vibrant neighborhoods, with spectacular street art, lively bars and music venues, and an impressive cultural blend. The gastronomic scene is very diverse, with great spots like Trof Northern Quarter, a cafe bar that serves global food and hosts open-mic nights, or North Tea Power, a cozy tearoom that serves loose-leaf teas, handcrafted coffee, and a variety of sandwiches. For a quick dive into Manchester’s history, a visit to the Greater Manchester Police Museum is worth it. Located at the edge of the Northern Quarter, the Piccadilly Gardens is a great option for outdoor leisure time. Visitors can walk on paved alleys, sit on the grass, or stop by to admire the fountains. Check out our list of the top Airbnb vacation rentals in Northern Quarter, Manchester, England, below!
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on March 01, 2024.
1. A modern penthouse apartment (from USD 132)
Set in the heart of Northern Quarter, this apartment promises an amazing stay in one of the trendiest neighborhoods in the city. Two spacious bedrooms are available to accommodate up to five people. Walk right into the shower area as soon as you wake up in the morning to make yourself feel fresh right away. Then, make your way to the equipped kitchen to make a cup of coffee and whip up a delicious breakfast. Stay relaxed in the living room and enjoy the natural light that comes through the large windows while you are watching your favorite TV. There is an outdoor balcony in which you can enjoy a glass of wine at night.
Manchester, M1 1JN, England, United Kingdom
2.32 km (1.5 mi) from Etihad StadiumSuperhostAccommodates: 6
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sofa bed super confyas well as this it’s a very stylish comfortable apartment with lots of room for 2 peoplethe apartment was filled with thoughtful touches which made me feel extremely welcomegreat apartment close to all the amenities requiredgreat comfortable little apartment in the northern quarter with everything you need to handCleanliness:
it's clean comfortable and well-equippedthe apartment is modern clean and tidythe bedroom was clean stylish and had everything you neededhis apartment was clean and also very nicely furnishedthe apartment was lovely and clean and also really cosy and warmHost:
host was good at communicating and was really helpfulthe host went above and beyond to help me out with any and every request i hadwarren is a wonderful hosthost is friendly clearly knows the area and is very helpfulwarren is a great host who was there to offer assistance throughout if neededRead more reviewsLocation:
great location for picadilly station and shoppingbest location for food and shopping nicegreat location in the northern quartergreat location for getting around manchesterabsolutely amazing space close to the city centre
2. Spacious, modern two-bedroom flat in city centre
This corner-style vacation rental awaits its guests to enjoy their stay in a modern, stylish decor, with lots of natural light and great views. The property has Wi-Fi, cable television, a fully-equipped kitchen, and a washer and dryer. Free parking is also available on request. The rental is conveniently located near the Manchester Victoria train station, the National Football Museum, and a variety of bars and restaurants. If you’re looking for dining options, check out Home Sweet Home, an American-style restaurant with Tex Mex dishes. For vegetarian options and late-night snacks, check out the nearby Almost Famous.
Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom
2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Etihad StadiumAccommodates: 4
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good amenities within the the apartmenttwo comfortable double bedroooms two bathrooms with excellent facilities - lovely hot showersCleanliness:
very clean and tidyspace was clean and tidyvery clean and spacey 2 bed apartment in northern quarterthe place was sparkling clean quiet and overall amazingben has a well placed and clean apartmentHost:
responsive hostben was a brilliant host with quick responses to any questions i hadquick responses and clear instructions from hostben is a very nice hostben was very helpful when we contacted himRead more reviewsLocation:
location was great thoughthe location is great for a city centre trip located in a central northern quarter areathe location especially was fantasticgreat location for city centre accessapartment is in a great location
3. Modern and cosy apartment
This modern and bright vacation rental has all the amenities you might need for your Manchester getaway. The accommodation comes with a comfortable living area with a flat-screen television, a dining table that can seat four people, and a fully-equipped kitchen, where you can cook after shopping at the nearby supermarket. In the bathroom, guests will find a bathtub and shower combo, while the bedroom has a cozy king-size bed. Other amenities include a washer and dryer, Wi-Fi, towels, linens, and toiletries. Another great perk is the rental’s location, less than 10 minutes walking distance from Piccadilly Gardens, and the Piccadilly and Victoria stations.
2.05 km (1.3 mi) from Etihad Stadium
4. Two-bedroom apartment in Northern Quarter
This two-bedroom, two-bathroom vacation rental is perfect for a family or friends’ getaway. Spacious enough to fit four guests, it is perfectly located within walking distance from Northern Quarter’s hotspots, such as the Piccadilly Garden, the Odeon Café, or the famous Canal Street. The neighborhood has a great vibe, with lots of pubs, bars, and even a market nearby. At the property, you will find free Wi-Fi, linens, towels, and toiletries, a laptop-friendly workspace, central heating, and an elevator. Breakfast is provided and is best enjoyed with a fresh cup of coffee on the balcony. The property doesn’t allow smoking, pets, parties, or infants less than two years.
2.36 km (1.5 mi) from Etihad Stadium
5. Stunning two-bedroom apartment in the city center
You’ll immediately fall in love with this bright and modern apartment and its open plan living and dining area with tall windows, overlooking the Piccadilly Gardens. The accommodation is conveniently located, only 5 minutes from the Manchester Piccadilly Train Station and within minutes from bus and tram stops. The accommodation comes with a Wi-Fi, television, a coffee machine, toiletries, towels, linens, and cooking utensils. Other amenities include a washer and dryer, a dishwasher, a microwave, an oven, and a stove.
2.44 km (1.6 mi) from Etihad Stadium
6. Heritage penthouse in city center
This modern and bright vacation rental is perfect for a couple’s getaway in the Northern Quarter of Manchester. There are tea, coffee, milk, and chocolate goodies waiting for you in the fully-equipped kitchen. From there, you can either take the indoor stairs that lead to the bedroom or go in the living room and relax in front of the flat-screen television. The accommodation comes with Wi-Fi, DVDs, cable television, a bathtub, a dishwasher, a stove, an oven, a microwave, and a refrigerator. The property is only three minutes from Manchester Piccadilly Train Station and within walking distance from the Piccadilly Manchester Police Museum, the Whiskey Jar, a bar with brick walls and great cocktails, and Allotment, a casual and cozy cocktail bar.
2.16 km (1.4 mi) from Etihad Stadium
7. Heritage loft in city center
This cozy and colorful loft has an amazing location, only a few minutes from Manchester Piccadilly Train Station. You’ll get to stay in an 1877 building that’s full of history, yet doesn’t lack comfort and charm. You’ll find coffee, tea, chocolate goodies, and toiletries, for you to enjoy. The vacation rental comes with a stove, an oven, television, a microwave, and a refrigerator. For guests’ safety, there’s also a fire extinguisher and carbon monoxide and smoke detectors.
The rental is located right between the Northern Quarter and Piccadilly, offering its guests the chance to experience the best of both sides. The area is sprinkled with coffee shops, bars, and restaurants, while the Manchester city center is only 15 minutes away, by foot.
Manchester, United Kingdom
2.22 km (1.4 mi) from Etihad Stadium
8. Stunning apartment in Victorian building in Northern Quarter
Access to this lovely Victorian building can be done from the courtyard. Once inside, you’ll find large windows, high ceilings, and modern-decorated rooms. Spacious enough to host six guests, the property has two bathrooms, one with a walk-in shower, and one with a bathtub. Some of the amenities include a washer and dryer, Wi-Fi, towels, linens and toiletries, and a laptop-friendly space. Located right in the heart of the city, the apartment is near the Alan Turing Memorial, the Museum of Science and Industry, and the Piccadilly Gardens.
Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom
2.06 km (1.3 mi) from Etihad Stadium
9. Bright and cozy ensuite room with balcony
This bright and cozy ensuite room is located in the heart of Manchester, right in the city center, and close to a variety of attractions. The room has tall windows that open onto a lovely balcony, perfect for relaxation and enjoying the view. Throughout your stay, you will have access to free Wi-Fi, a laptop-friendly workspace, breakfast, and a variety of city maps and guides to help you in your city explorations. The vacation rental is within walking distance from museums, theaters, shops, and China Town. Sports enthusiasts will be happy to hear that the Etihad Stadium is only 25 minutes from the property, while the Manchester United Stadium is a short tram ride away.
Manchester, England, United Kingdom
2.11 km (1.4 mi) from Etihad StadiumTop guest reviews
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a beautiful apartment with a lovely balcony and viewthe room was impressive very light-filled stylish with a balcony and a private bathroomfanstastic place with good view and room was nice and comfortablethe room also opened to a pretty balcony which really gave it a luxe feelthe room is really nice and comfy with all the necessary stuff like towels shampoo hair dryer etcCleanliness:
the room is clean tidy and neatnice clean rooms with a good showergood size room and ensuite which is super cleanroom was clean and nice so was the living room which are so nicely decoratedvery good homestay clean and harmonyHost:
highly recommend this apartment with great hostskayro and his husband were really kindvery friendly and great hospitalitykaryo and collin are two great hosts they make you feel like homevery nice place and very nice hostRead more reviewsLocation:
stunning location right behind picadilly stationperfect location and close to everythinggood location as it's near manchester piccadilly station and city centrethis apartment is a great location very close to the train station and a short walk from the cityperfect location to discover the city centre of manchester
10. A warm apartment in the heart of Manchester City
Feel the buzzing atmosphere as you book this apartment that is located right in the heart of Manchester City. Three comfortable beds are provided to accommodate eight people. The living room features a huge sofa where you can snuggle up and enjoy a good book. As a compliment, you will be provided with an unlimited stock of coffee and tea as well as free wireless internet access.
Manchester, England, United Kingdom
2.26 km (1.5 mi) from Etihad StadiumTop guest reviews
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the kitchen has all the necessities with a spacious living room all providing great lightbeds were so comfortablewe had a great stay at this apartmentthe apartment was not as good as we hoped but it was okaycomfortable beds huge duplex apartment and really big living areaCleanliness:
it was clean and neataccomodation spotless and easy to findflat was clean bright airy and comfortablethe apartment was cleanalso the apartment is cozy and cleanHost:
host made us feel very welcome and went above and beyond to make our stay comfortableover all amazing host and great staythis place was spot on to host my best friends hen dobest host ever quick response easily communication and very patientgood host and replies when you need him tooRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location i northern quarterexcellent location within walking distance of everything we wanted to doa great space located very centrally everything within walking distancegood location near manchester city centrethe location is also nice
11. Boutique Industrial-era apartment with a fireplace
Situated in the heart of it all, this fully furnished apartment in Manchester provides guests with a unique stay experience. Designs and decors reminiscent of the Industrial Revolution and the Victorian era appear front and center.
Apart from its quirky furnishings, this condo unit is also packed with convenient amenities such as a full kitchen, smart TVs, Wi-Fi, as well as board games. Book this short-term rental set in a historical building established in 1877 and enjoy a stay like no other.
Manchester, England, United Kingdom
2.24 km (1.4 mi) from Etihad StadiumAccommodates: 4
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nice decor in the apartment and on the whole amenities goodexcellent facilities well equipped kitchen comfortable beds and full of quirky decorCleanliness:
this flat is so charming and clean as a whistlevery central clean and communication with adam was greatit’s spotless and the decor is one-of-a-kind- really handsome and fun at the same timegreat location clean and well equippedHost:
adam was very responsivesupport from the host was 1st class pre and during stayhosts very helpful with prompt answers to questionsalso adam and the management company were very responsive and helpfuladam the host was really helpful - always there if we had any questions or needed anythingRead more reviewsLocation:
ideally located for heart of central manchestergreat location just a few minutes walk from train stationgreat location only a couple minutes from the train stationwonderful apartment perfect central locationeasy walk to the train station bus station and north quarter
12. Recently renovated apartment with elegant interiors
Planning to stay in Manchester for a short term? This rental will supply you with whatever you need, with a chic, urban flair to match your vibe. Only recently renovated, the accommodation hosts two bedrooms, two baths, and a bright and airy open-plan living space - all of which are suited for a family or a group of six.
The city’s thrilling food-and-beverage scene is worth writing about, and, thankfully, this apartment is only a stone’s throw away from all the action. What’s more, it’s also close to other frequented attractions, particularly the Piccadilly Gardens.
Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom
2.36 km (1.5 mi) from Etihad StadiumSuperhostAccommodates: 6
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loved the apartment well organized and had everything we neededjoe was a life savior when he brought us a fan during the heatwave that hit europeCleanliness:
the apartment is very clean and comfortableclean and modern inside and plenty of room for the six of usapartment was clean and tidy looked exactly as it did in the photosthe flat was well located clean and stylishhad a great time perfect location and very clean would definitely returnHost:
joseph the host was very helpfulhost is very nice and politejoe was a great host explained everything to us and answered any questions we hadgood comms from ownerhe was attentive at the same time as respecting our privacyRead more reviewsLocation:
great central location alsogreat place and central locationeasy to find locationthe location is great about 5min walking to arndalethe location of the apartment is ideal we were able to walk everywhere
13. A bright and spacious loft
Situated right in the heart of Manchester, this two-bedroom loft apartment provides easy access to everything you need. From attractions and transportation to restaurants and shops, all are at your doorstep. Command Alexa to play your favorite music in the morning to make you feel relaxed.
When you have nothing to do, why don’t you play Super Nintendo or Xbox to keep you entertained? These games are suitable for young kids and big kids like yourself. Two bedrooms are available to cater for six people, and your dogs are also welcome to stay in this pet-friendly Airbnb. You can also enjoy a bathroom, an equipped kitchen and complimentary wireless internet access.
Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom
2.29 km (1.5 mi) from Etihad StadiumSuperhostAccommodates: 6
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nice comforts like the smart tv alexa comfy beds and couches made it a great staythe beds are incredibly comfortable the living room was perfect for lounging and having great mealsthe apartment has all alexa and games :) which is quite nicewe had a great stay in this apartmentnice apartment modern and well equippedCleanliness:
spotless super stylish amazingly well equippedhighly recommend this place clean great communication and good locationbeautiful place to stay well cleanedclean and lovely little touches like games console little cocktail areaclean stylish flat that is a perfect base to explore the cityHost:
matt & steph were excellent hosts and very helpful throughoutmatt & steph were great hosts who communicated brilliantlyhosts were communicative and helpfulgreat hosts that respond quickly and make sure you’ve got all you needmatt and steph were gracious hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is very goodgreat location in the nqconvenient location and lovely placegreat location and a great apartmentnice flat in a central location
14. Stylish duplex apartment with terrace ancoats (from USD 195)
This stylish two-bedroom, two-bathroom rental will instantly make you fall in love with it. The dining and living areas have floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the city; on the other side of the windows, you will also find a fantastic terrace where you can relax, drink your morning coffee, or enjoy a nightcap. The property comes with Wi-Fi, a washer and dryer, a dishwasher, and a fully-equipped kitchen with modern appliances. All of Northern Quarter’s hotspots are within walking distance from the property. Both Piccadilly and Victoria train stations are 10 minutes away, while bars and restaurants are just around the corner.
Ancoats, England, United Kingdom
2.03 km (1.3 mi) from Etihad StadiumSuperhostAccommodates: 4
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great chill out space on balcony and living roomexcellent sized flat with 2 spacious bathrooms and all the amenities you need for a relaxing night sleepthe kitchen is really well set up to cook with loads of cookbooks for foodies to enjoyanother plus for me was the huge sofa to fall into and just chill watching a large tvboth beds are super comfortableCleanliness:
clean tidy and spaciousgreat apartment with good interiors cleanliness of kitchen equipment could be bettercomfortable and quirky facilities that caters for all you could need for your stay clean and tidysuperb cleanliness and lots of amenities providedHost:
hosts easy to contactgood hosts who responded quickly to questionsthe hosts were unbelievably helpfulthank you for being an excellent hostthe hosts communicated well and provided lots of helpful informationRead more reviewsLocation:
a nice apartment walking distance from everythinglocation is fantastic and within walking distance to all things centralgreat location and stylish spacegreat location good sized propertygreat place & great location
15. Lushpads flat
This elegant and spacious vacation rental can host up to 10 guests, so it’s perfect for two families traveling together, or a large group of friends. The apartment comes with a large living area, dining areas, and a fully-equipped kitchen. Other amenities and facilities include air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, flat-screen televisions, and a washer and dryer.
Outside of the accommodation, you’ll find the vibrant and lively Northern Quarter with its buzzing bars and restaurants. The Manchester Airport is a 30-minute drive away from the property. The Piccadilly Station is only 5 minutes away.
Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
145.59 km (90.5 mi) from Etihad StadiumSuperhostAccommodates: 10
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such a wonderful apartment with lots of space and plenty of amenitiesplenty of space really comfortable and stylishwe had an amazing stay at jennie’s apartmentthe host was fantastic and the amenities in the apartment were perfect10 girls and the apartment was truly amazingCleanliness:
very clean and everything worked as advertisedthe rooms are clean and nicebeautiful apartment very well equipped clean comfortable and stylishthe apartment is very clean and well kept with three bedrooms and two bathroomsgreat location flat was extremely clean and all beds extremely comfortableHost:
the host was amazing quick responses to any messagesjennie is a great hostjennie was a great host who was very knowledgeable and accommodatingjenny was the perfect host and the apartment was greatjennie was such a welcoming hostRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location for a good weekend awayplus the location is fantasticgreat central location in the northern quarterit's located in a really cool neighborhood (walking distance to city centre and main transport links)great location brilliant living space
Exploring Manchester's vibrant Northern Quarter
The Northern Quarter in Manchester, UK, is one of the most vibrant and lively parts of the city. Whether you’re traveling with friends, family, or just your better half, at least one of these vacation rentals will be a perfect choice for your Manchester getaway.
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