Manchester will get Europe’s largest Hampton and its first Motto, with openings targeted for 2026 and 2027 in Deansgate and Piccadilly near the main station.
Manchester’s Hilton Moment
Manchester is already a heavy hitter for UK city breaks and business trips, with music history, powerhouse football clubs, and an easy airport connection. Hilton clearly sees runway here. The brand has lined up a pair of new builds that stretch from classic select service to compact lifestyle, giving travelers more choice at two smart addresses.
This is an interesting shift from the Hilton Manchester Deansgate which was the pre-eminent high rise in the city, recently sold to IHG.
The brand already owns the Doubletree by Hilton Hotels Manchester (Piccadilly, Manchester) which maintains some of the full services aspects guests desire like room service. The Doubletree by Hilton Manchester Piccadilly Hotel is a three-minute walk from the Piccadilly train station, the main artery station into the city centre.
Hampton by Hilton Takes the High Road
Deansgate will host the 22-story Hampton by Hilton Manchester City Centre with 358 rooms, a footprint that makes it the largest Hampton in Europe. Size aside, this is the reliable Hampton playbook done well. Guests can wake up to the complimentary hot breakfast, settle into good bedding, and sneak in a workout before meetings or a match.
Meeting rooms and a casual dining zone round out the offer, which should hit the sweet spot for conferences near the city core. Hilton is aiming for an early 2026 opening, a timeline that positions the hotel to catch both spring events and summer festival traffic.
Motto by Hilton Steps Into Piccadilly
A short walk from Manchester Piccadilly Station, the 21-story Motto by Hilton Manchester Piccadilly brings the brand’s compact, flexible style to the city. Expect 154 rooms, a restaurant and bar, and a fitness space, all wrapped in an urban look that favors local touches.
Motto’s calling card is smart use of space. Linkable rooms work for friends or families, while efficient layouts and thoughtful storage keep things tidy. The Piccadilly Basin setting gives quick access to trains, trams, and the Northern Quarter’s dining scene, with doors planned to open in 2027.
Why Manchester Makes Sense
Visitor numbers tell the story. Manchester welcomes millions of domestic and international travelers each year, generating more than 11 million overnight stays across the city. That demand pairs nicely with a transport web that actually works for visitors. The tram network is intuitive, the rail links are fast, and Manchester Airport sits a quick ride away with broad long haul and European coverage.
What Travelers Can Expect
These two properties serve different missions that often overlap on the same itinerary. Hampton covers the reliable, value-rich side with breakfast included, a fitness area, and meeting space that suits teams on the move. Motto favors the design-forward traveler who wants location and flexibility without paying for square footage they will not use.
Drop them into Deansgate and Piccadilly and you get two strategic bases for football weekends, arena shows, graduations, trade fairs, or quick city breaks where time is precious and the train station matters.
Conclusion
Hilton is not just topping up room counts in Manchester. It is planting two clear flags that complement how people already use the city. The Deansgate Hampton brings scale and convenience for events and corporate travel, while the Piccadilly Motto adds a nimble, lifestyle option steps from the main station. With openings slated for 2026 and 2027, visitors will soon have fresh choices that match the way Manchester moves, whether you are here for a United fixture, a warehouse gig, or a whirlwind 48 hours in the Northern Quarter.
