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Where to stay near the University of Manchester

On Oxford Road just south of the city centre, the University of Manchester and Manchester Metropolitan sit a short walk or bus from the core. A central apartment is ideal for a graduation, an open day or visiting a student.

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Why stay near the University of Manchester

  • A short walk or bus down Oxford Road from the city centre to both universities
  • Room for the family at a graduation or open day, with a kitchen and self check-in
  • Central for the museums, bars and restaurants between visits
  • Better value than a hotel on graduation weekends, especially booking direct
Nearby
Oxford Road, Manchester Metropolitan University, the Whitworth, the city centre
Getting around
Frequent buses along Oxford Road; Oxford Road rail station nearby; walkable to the centre

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Frequently asked

Staying near the University of Manchester, FAQs

Where should I stay for a University of Manchester graduation?

A central apartment around the city core or the Oxford Road corridor is ideal for a graduation, you are a short walk or bus from the university, with room for the family and a kitchen, and far better value than a hotel on a busy graduation weekend, especially booking direct.

How far is the University of Manchester from the city centre?

The main University of Manchester campus runs along Oxford Road, just south of the city centre, a 15–20 minute walk or a few minutes by bus or train from Oxford Road station.

Is there parking near the University of Manchester?

City-centre parking is limited and pricey, so many visitors prefer an apartment with parking or use the trams and buses. Several of our apartments include parking, ask us and we will point you to one for your dates.

Book direct and save.

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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