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Located on the corner of Princess Street and Canal Street, New Union is a real institution: it's been one of the oldest LGBTQ venues in the country since World War II. Above the lively show bar with drag cabaret, karaoke and party nights, you will sleep in simple, modern rooms, right in the heart of the Gay Village.
The REM Hotel is located just above the iconic Rembrandt/REM Bar on the corner of Canal Street and Sackville Street, one of Manchester's oldest gay bars. The few cozy rooms are perfect if you want to have the nightlife of the Gay Village literally on your doorstep.
The Velvet is Manchester's most popular boutique hotel right on Canal Street and thus in the middle of the Gay Village. From your stylish room, it's only a few steps to the queer bars, and in the on-site Bar & Lounge and the Village Brasserie, you can end the evening in style.
There are hardly any gay hotels in the strict sense in Manchester, but there is a large selection of gay-friendly accommodations that are conveniently located to the scene. If you want to spend the evenings on Canal Street, it is best to look in or directly at the Gay Village or in the adjacent districts between Piccadilly and Deansgate. From there, you can walk to bars, restaurants, and clubs, which is a real advantage after a long night out. Manchester Piccadilly Railway Station is also within easy reach.
From international chain hotels to modern apartment buildings to smaller addresses in converted industrial buildings, the offer for which Manchester is known is wide. If you like it lively, stay close to the Village; if you need it quieter at night, you can move a few streets further towards the Northern Quarter or Spinningfields and accept short distances. In terms of price, Manchester is usually cheaper than London. Around Pride at the end of August and at big concerts or football matches, however, this changes abruptly. In these times, rates rise significantly, and good locations are taken early. For a relaxing weekend, it's worth booking a few weeks in advance and paying attention to the location.