The best hotels in Manchester for graduation stays

A cool design-led hotel in Manchester city centre, The Alan makes a great place to stay if you’re visiting Manchester for graduation. Enjoy cocktails at the bar after the ceremony.

Manchester Marriott Hotel Piccadilly is right by the train station making this a very convenient option. After an impressive refurbishment, this hotel feels very clean, bright and modern with the reliability and professionalism that comes as standard with Marriott hotels.

The Reach at Piccadilly is a centrally-located city centre hotel but it has an air of calmness due to its canalside location. Perfect for a relaxing graduation stay.

Kimpton Clocktower hotel has a bit of old-fashioned grandeur but it’s also an easy bus ride down Oxford Road to the University for the ceremony. Win-win.

Right in the heart of the university area, the Hyatt Regency Hotel Manchester is a convenient choice for graduation stays. It’s leafier and quieter than city centre hotels and rooms have wonderful views.

Malmaison Manchester Deansgate is quirky and modern – a good choice for a graduation stay. Celebrate with dinner at Sora, the rooftop bar and restaurant afterwards.

Clayton Hotel Manchester is a big corporate hotel with a personal touch. It’s known for its good service and convenient location.

Leonardo Hotel Manchester Central is a good choice for graduation stays. It’s known for its superbly comfy beds. You get the ease of booking with a big chain which offers loyalty points, but it has an individual style all of its own.

Maldron Hotel Manchester City Centre is in a great location for graduation stays – just off Oxford Road in a vibrant area of the city.

Motel One St Peter’s Square is a good-value choice for a graduation stay.