ibis Styles Manchester Portland Hotel

"I stayed in Portland by Sunday for a couple of nights primarily for business purposes. As a weary traveller, having travelled for extensive journey i was looking forward to a good nights sleep. Unfortunately, the aircon unit (to warm the room) made a continuous rattling noise, which left me with a choice of feeling cold at night not sleeping, or feeling warm and not sleeping from the rattling. Additionally, there where large stains next to the bed on either side, which looked like vomit. Which made the stay cringy. On the plus side, the staff seem nice and well accomodating. The breakfast was average with a small selection of pastires, warem food and drinks."

"I booked this hotel at short notice because it was on sale (£60-something) and in a good location. I saw that many reviews were not good, mentioning poor service, run-down facilities, a bad night's sleep, and in some cases a ghost. So I was a little apprehensive. However, from check-in to check-out my experience here was great. The assistant on the front desk was very kind and allowed me to check-in early which was great! The public spaces are quirky and have been invested in. The room (a double) was a good size and in fair condition and felt cosy, homely, and unique (in contrast to the generic, corporate, boxy rooms of other well-known low-cost hotel chains). The bathroom was in very good condition and had a nice, well-powered shower, etc. The room had a hair dryer, and ironing board, spare towels, etc, which was a boon. My room face inwards (I had a window that looked out onto a tiny indescribable space in the heart of the building) so I did not look out onto the street - as a result I heard no outside noises at all and slept very soundly. I have seen some reviews from people in street-facing rooms complain about street noises. The hotel is in a great location and a few minutes walk to all the key sites, including Piccadilly Station. Yes, there are signs of wear and tear and some people may feel the corridor and rooms should be bigger. But for £60-something I was very impressed. Ultimately it was a comfortable bed, a good quality shower, and a sound night's sleep in the city centre - what more do you want for that kind of money? No ghosts."

"Super basic small rooms. Shower easily overflowing. Mismatching stained carpets. If you’re looking for somewhere to just put your head down at night then this place is fine. If you’re looking for a nice hotel experience, then keep looking!"