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The Pendulum Hotel

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The Pendulum Hotel, Weston Bldg Sackville Street, Manchester -0800 031 8416
Area: Manchester City Centre North
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3.9
HOTEL RATING: 
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3.9 out of 5 (2212 Ratings)
3.7 miles Co-op Live Manchester
v13 mins driving
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The Spotlight on The Pendulum Hotel

Stay Close to the Music at The Pendulum Hotel Manchester

Modern and welcoming, The Pendulum Hotel is perfectly placed in Manchester city center, just a short stroll from Manchester Piccadilly Station and top music venues. With a stylish restaurant, a relaxed conservatory bar, and a peaceful courtyard garden, it offers a lively yet laid-back base for your concert adventures.
Expect free WiFi throughout, 24-hour reception, and cozy rooms with everything you need for a great stay — from power showers to flat-screen TVs.

Why Concert-goers love it

Location is everything, and The Pendulum Hotel delivers. It's less than a mile from the O2 Apollo, a quick 10-minute walk to Canal Street and the city center nightlife, and about 25 minutes on foot to Manchester Arena. After a late show, the 24-hour reception means you can come and go easily, and the peaceful courtyard offers a calm space to unwind. Plus, with excellent public transport links, getting to other venues like Manchester Academy, Etihad Stadium, and Old Trafford is hassle-free.

Who this Hotel is great for

  • Groups of friends heading to a gig and looking for a central spot
  • Solo travelers chasing that bucket-list concert
  • Couples making a weekend of it with music and city exploring
  • Fans who want a quieter place to recharge after the show
  • Budget-conscious music lovers who appreciate good value in the city center

Food and Drink Options

The Hub Restaurant serves up hearty cooked breakfasts — ideal after a late night — and a varied evening menu. The outdoor Garden Bar offers light bites and drinks in a heated seating area, perfect for winding down. While there isn't 24/7 room service, the central location puts you close to plenty of late-night eateries.

Nightlife Options

You're just a few minutes' walk from the buzzing Canal Street area, packed with bars, clubs, and lounges. Prefer to stay in? The conservatory bar onsite serves up a relaxed vibe with a good range of drinks, ideal for a chill pre- or post-concert hangout.

What People Say

Guests rave about the Pendulum's unbeatable location, friendly and helpful staff, and great value for money. Many appreciate the peaceful courtyard after a night out and highlight the clean, comfortable rooms as a real plus.

Areas for Improvement

Some visitors mention that the rooms are on the smaller side, and a few note that the hotel can be a bit busy when conferences are on. However, most say it’s a minor trade-off for the convenience and comfort.

The Bottom Line

If you're heading to a concert in Manchester, The Pendulum Hotel offers a fantastic mix of location, comfort, and value — all within walking distance of the city's best live music venues.
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Free Internet
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Business Center
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Non Smoking
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Accessible
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Free Breakfast
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Free Parking
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Swimming Pool
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Fitness Center
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Airport Shuttle
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Pets Allowed
Other Amenities
` Business Center
` Garden
` Meeting/Banquet Facilities
` Room Service
` Safety Deposit Box
` Bar
` 24-Hour Front Desk
` Elevator
` Coffee shop
` Heating
` Fax/photocopying
` Shared lounge/TV area
` 24-hour security
` Designated Smoking Area
` Free Wi-Fi
` Live entertainment
` Restaurant(s)
` Daily Housekeeping
` Non-Smoking Rooms Available
` Board games/puzzles
` Wine/champagne
` Outdoor furniture
` Smoke alarms
` Fire extinguishers
` Guests can opt-out of daily cleaning service
` Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
` Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
` Process in place to check health of guests
` First aid kit available
` Cashless payment available
` Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
` Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
` Invoices
` Car rental available
` CCTV security in common areas
` Daily disinfection
` Facilities for disabled guests available
` Ironing amenities
` Kid-friendly dinning
` Laundry services
` Luggage storage & lockers
` Non-smoking property
` Restaurant (special diets available)
` Physical/social distancing guidelines
` Room service available
` Parking available (charges may apply)

The Pendulum Hotel Guest Reviews

Overall Average Score: 
Good (3.9 out of 5)

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2.5

Fair - 2.5 out of 5

Gillian Sat, 5 July 2025

You get what you pay...

Liked: Good location. Cheaper than other hotels. Nice breakfast.
Disliked: Room was very dated, no bedside power socket. No air con. Too warm throughout the hotel but particularly in the room. The plug in fan supplied was needed.

3

Pleasant - 3.0 out of 5

Adams Sat, 5 July 2025

Good value

Liked: The showerTea and coffee l9
Disliked: Bed was small Room was smallLong walk to station

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Deborah Sat, 5 July 2025

Very good

1.5

Poor - 1.5 out of 5

Anonymous Fri, 4 July 2025

Disappointing property that is not...

Liked: Good location, breakfast staff were courteous
Disliked: Quality of the room was poor (though the room was clean). Low bed quality, broken/loose shelves, very worn/tired - not at all as reflected in photos or the cost of the property. No fan/AC, also very easy to hear noises from adjoining rooms. I tried to order room service within the specified times and was told the kitchen was closed.

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Stacy Fri, 4 July 2025

Lovely clean hotel plenty of...

Liked: Lovely clean hotel, great location for where we needed to be. Large airy clean reception, rooms small but clean and comfortable. Plenty of facilities including coffee and tea. Iron and ironing board, hairdryer. So could travel light. Breakfast was lovely plenty of tables and food topped up regularly. Wolf definitely stay here again.

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

John Fri, 4 July 2025

Friendly staff and lovely restaurant

Liked: Location and cleanliness

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Shane Fri, 4 July 2025

The hotel was clean, friendly...

Liked: Room was small but well designed
Disliked: No air con. There was a fan but in a small room it was too hot

3.5

Good - 3.5 out of 5

Anna Fri, 4 July 2025

Good

Liked: Good location for what we needed
Disliked: The bed had a big ridge down the middle which was quite uncomfortable

2.5

Fair - 2.5 out of 5

Catherine Thu, 3 July 2025

Cheap and cheerful.

Liked: Friendly staff and good location.
Disliked: Very hot and despite a fan the room was too warm with no way of cooling it down. Like student accommodation really.

1

Poor - 1.0 out of 5

Anonymous Thu, 3 July 2025

Was okay value for money...

Liked: Location
Disliked: Services was poor. No water for a few hours so couldn’t shower. Room wasn’t properly cleaned

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The Pendulum Hotel Weston Bldg Sackville Street, Manchester