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Where to stay at MediaCityUK

Home to the BBC and ITV, The Lowry and the Imperial War Museum North, MediaCityUK and Salford Quays are a modern, spacious waterfront, quieter and greener than the centre, with a direct tram in and Old Trafford close by.

Good to know

Why stay in MediaCityUK

  • Right by the BBC, ITV and dock10, the obvious base for media and filming trips
  • Family-friendly: The Lowry, the Imperial War Museum North and the Lowry Outlet
  • Modern waterside apartments with more space than a city-centre studio
  • A short hop to Old Trafford for the football and cricket
Nearby
The Lowry, Imperial War Museum North, dock10, Old Trafford
Getting around
MediaCityUK Metrolink; roughly 20 minutes by tram to the city centre

Manchester for families

Frequently asked

Staying in MediaCityUK, FAQs

Is MediaCityUK a good place to stay in Manchester?

MediaCityUK is a good base if you’re visiting the BBC, ITV or The Lowry, travelling with family, or want a modern waterfront apartment with more space and a quieter setting. A direct Metrolink tram reaches the city centre in about 20 minutes.

How do you get from MediaCityUK to Manchester city centre?

The MediaCityUK Metrolink stop runs direct trams into the city centre (St Peter’s Square and Piccadilly) in around 20 minutes, so you don’t need a car.

Is MediaCityUK good for families?

Yes, MediaCityUK and Salford Quays are very family-friendly, with The Lowry, the Imperial War Museum North, the Lowry Outlet and open waterfront space, plus larger apartments than the city centre typically offers.

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The same apartments as the big platforms, at a better price, with no service fee when you book direct with City Superhost.

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