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Lower Turks Head

A pub with rooms in Manchester's Northern Quarter, a short walk from the National Football Museum and Piccadilly Gardens.

  • Free Wi-Fi throughout the property
  • 5-minute walk to National Football Museum
  • Pets allowed
8.3 Great 711 reviews Booking.com 8.3 · 711 reviews

About

Lower Turks Head

Lower Turks Head is an inn set above a pub in Manchester's Northern Quarter, at 36 Shudehill. It offers straightforward, non-smoking rooms with modern comforts like flat-screen TVs, tea and coffee facilities, and free Wi-Fi throughout. The property also has a bar and lounge area downstairs, and pets are allowed.

The location is a practical base for exploring the city centre: the National Football Museum is a 5-minute walk away, and Piccadilly Gardens is 8 minutes on foot. With two train stations nearby and a bus terminal close by, it's well positioned for travellers arriving or departing by public transport. The inn has a rating of 8.3 from 711 reviews.

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Pets allowed
  • Security
  • Smoke detectors
  • Heating

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

3 reasons to book
  • Quiet and comfortable rooms — Several guests specifically noted that the rooms were silent and quiet, with one mentioning they couldn't hear pub noise from inside. Another praised the cozy en suite room as perfect for a good night's sleep.
  • Central location for exploring Manchester — The hotel is a 5-minute walk from the National Football Museum and an 8-minute walk from Piccadilly Gardens. Guests also highlighted proximity to two train stations, the shopping centre, and a bus terminal.
  • Friendly and helpful staff — Guests appreciated the local recommendations provided by staff, and the staff rating stands at 9.3.

Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Limited check-in window — Check-in is only between 14:00 and 22:00. If arriving later, you may need to arrange something in advance.
  • No on-site parking listed — No parking information is provided, so if you're driving, you'll likely need to find a public car park nearby.
  • Guests mentioned a lower 'cat7' rating — One of the rating categories sits at 5.9, which may reflect a specific aspect of the stay (possibly breakfast or another service) that some guests found lacking.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Private Bathroom Single Room

  • 1 Single bed
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating

Standard Double Room

  • 1 King-size bed,1 Double bed,2 Single beds

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

Room amenities

  • Heating
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Free toiletries
  • Electric kettle
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Carpeted floor

Hotel services

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Pets allowed
  • Security
  • Smoke detectors
  • Bar/ Lounge area

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.3
Great 711 reviews

Guest-rated 8.3/10 from 711 reviews

Booking.com · 8.3 · 711 reviews
8.3Verified guest

“My king room had central heating, a TV, and tea and coffee making facilities.”

8.3Verified guest

“The rooms were spotless and silent, with a balcony and facilities like a shower and bath sheets. The location was ideal, close to pubs and restaurants.”

8.3Verified guest

“I stayed overnight in Manchester and had a lovely experience at this hotel. I really enjoyed the property.”

8.3Verified guest

“A very comfortable stay — everything was fine, the location was brilliant, close to two train stations and the shopping centre. I enjoyed it so much I wished I could have stayed longer.”

8.3Verified guest

“Great proximity to the bus terminal, with a charming pub downstairs and helpful local recommendations from staff.”

8.3Verified guest

“The units are quiet and come with a balcony.”

04 — Location

Getting around Manchester

The property sits in Manchester.

Northern Quarter: The hotel sits in Manchester's Northern Quarter, known for its independent shops, street art, and a lively bar and restaurant scene. Multiple guests praised the location for its proximity to pubs and eateries.

Museums & attractions: The National Football Museum is a 5-minute walk away, and Piccadilly Gardens is an 8-minute stroll from the hotel, making it easy to explore the city centre.

36 Shudehill Northern Quarter, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M4 1EZ, United Kingdom

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 14:00-22:00
Check-out
By 06:00-10:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Allowed

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What time is check-in and check-out?

Check-in is from 14:00 to 22:00, and check-out is between 06:00 and 10:00.

Are pets allowed at the hotel?

Yes, pets are allowed.

Is Wi-Fi available?

Yes, Wi-Fi is available throughout the property at no extra charge.

What amenities are in the rooms?

Rooms come with heating, tea and coffee facilities, flat-screen TV, and free toiletries. Some rooms have a private bathroom and a balcony.

Is there parking on site?

No parking information is available, so it's best to plan for public parking nearby.

The bottom line

For a city break in Manchester, Lower Turks Head offers a well-located, quiet base above a pub, with strong scores for staff and rooms. Just be mindful of the limited check-in hours and lack of parking.

8.3Honest take from Stay Atlas

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