Manchester, England

Motto by Hilton Manchester Piccadilly

Name: Motto by Hilton Manchester Piccadilly
Address: Manchester, England, United Kingdom
Rating: 4.3

Manchester's first Motto by Hilton micro-hotel, rising 21 storeys in Piccadilly Basin

Announced · 2027

A 21-storey, 154-room Motto by Hilton is under development in Manchester's Piccadilly Basin, financed by a £15.7 million construction loan secured in 2025 and targeting a 2027 opening: the lifestyle micro-hotel brand's second UK address after Glasgow, and Manchester's first Motto.

The essentials

Group: Hilton (Motto by Hilton); developed by Dean Street Developments
Opening: 2027
Rooms & suites: 154 rooms
Segment: Upscale lifestyle (micro-hotel)
Designer: NC
Entry rate: NC

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The place

The hotel is planned for Piccadilly Basin, a canal-side redevelopment area a short walk from Manchester Piccadilly station, putting it within easy reach of the city's rail and tram network. It's one of two Hilton hotels signed with Dean Street Developments in the same September 2025 agreement: the other, Hampton by Hilton Manchester City Centre, a 358-room property on Deansgate billed as Europe's largest Hampton, is scheduled to open earlier, in early 2026.

The concept

Motto by Hilton, the group's compact-room lifestyle micro-hotel brand launched in 2018, makes its Manchester debut here: its first UK site opened in Glasgow in 2024, so this is not, contrary to some early coverage, the brand's European first. Planning permission for the 21-storey tower was granted in 2023, and construction financing followed in the form of a £15.7 million loan from OakNorth Bank secured by developer Dean Street Developments in May 2025. Motto's format centers on cleverly compact, flexible rooms (connecting units that convert between doubles, bunk configurations or a fold-down daytime living space) aimed at travelers who prioritize a central, design-forward base over square footage.

Dining & wellness

Plans include a bar, café and co-working space alongside the guest rooms, plus a restaurant and fitness area per Hilton's own signing announcement, though a specific F&B operator or concept has not been disclosed.

Google guest reviews

4.3/5 · 3450 reviews

⸻ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5/5 – Exceptional Stay in Manchester! I had a fantastic stay at Hilton Manchester Deansgate. From the moment I arrived, the staff were warm, welcoming, and incredibly professional. Check-in was smooth and efficient, and I immediately felt well taken care of. The room was spotless, modern, and very comfortable, with stunning views over Manchester. The bed was extremely comfortable, and all amenities were thoughtfully provided. The attention to detail really made a difference. The hotel facilities were excellent, especially the pool and spa area – a perfect place to relax after a busy day. The breakfast was outstanding, with a wide variety of fresh and delicious options to suit everyone. The location is ideal, within easy walking distance of shops, restaurants, and key attractions, making it perfect for both business and leisure stays. Overall, an exceptional experience from start to finish. I would highly recommend this hotel and will definitely be returning on my next visit to Manchester!
Carol Beverly · 5/5

As this is my first time being here, I did not know what to expect from this hotel. I always loved to live in Hilton and Marriot hotels as they are one of my favorite hotel brands. When checking in, it was a very quick and nice experience. The staff were very nice and they even gave us cookies after when we got checked in. As we have a gold status point, we got a free upgrade. The room was a bit on the smaller side but it was very modern and new. We also got complimentary snacks from the mini bar (as we have gold status point). The bed was also very comfortable and the sheets are spotless as stains are very common in hotels. One downside is that there is a door that links to the next room on the 8th floor, we didn't quite think of it as much but when we slept our neighbours were pretty noisy. However, the door can be very useful if you have friends or your family living next to your room. The breakfast was absolutely delicious. There are a lot of varieties for you to choose. Plus, the bar opposite from the breakfast buffet was also pretty handy indeed as you can order drinks and snacks when you come back to the hotel in the evening. Definitely be coming here again :)
Testcor · 5/5

Great location to stay. Close to trains and shopping. Staff at hotel is terrific. They checked me in and I was in my room within 8 minutes. Very happy with my room. It was spacious and very clean.
JILLIAN KATZ · 5/5

Stayed for 5 days and had a great experience. The location is perfect—quiet, yet only a 10-minute walk to the main station and very close to the city center. The included breakfast had a wide variety of fresh options, and the staff were incredibly helpful with local transit tips. Definitely a reliable choice for a city stay.
Anton Ukolov · 5/5

A brilliant stay in a perfect central location! Being right next to Piccadilly station made exploring the city incredibly easy. The check-in process was seamless and welcoming—complete with the signature warm cookie, which is always a lovely touch. Our room was spotless, modern, and very comfortable. The service throughout was great; every member of staff we encountered was helpful and professional. If you're looking for a clean, reliable, and perfectly situated hotel in Manchester, this is the one. Highly recommended!
Mark Hands · 5/5

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