Myself and the other half are watching a gig at the apollo in Feb. I'd like to stay over within walking distance to the place so we dont have to worry about driving or getting a taxi. driving over from Leeds so want to be able to park at hotel and cheapish. Any ideas?
There aren't any hotels within the area of the Apollo (it's not in the best part of town), however Piccadilly Station is only a mile or so away and many people walk down or get the bus from there on concert nights. The majority walk back after the gig. click here for hotels near Manchester Apollo.
The best quality budget hotel near the Apollo is The Ibis Hotel Manchester which has a car park opposite for around £9 a night extra. There's no budget hotels in the city centre which offer car parking, so The Campanile would be my personal choice. With loads of free parking, it's a very short taxi ride to The Apollo (down the Mancunian Way), and only a 7 minute walk to the wonderful Castlefield area of the city centre, with its amazing pubs and restaurants. You can sometimes also get The Castelfield Hotel very cheap. This is even better as it's closer to the action, has parking and boasts a gym and swimming pool.
