The Great Manchester Run has to be one of the world’s most well known and much loved running events. This iconic run also raises millions of pounds for charities across the UK. The Great Manchester Run 2024 takes place on Sunday 26th of May, within central Manchester. The start position is that of Portland Street, which is close to Oxford Street.
The half marathon, that is 13.1 mile circuit of the city, then weaves itself around this bustling city until the finish line, situated along Deansgate. Book the best deals for cheap hotels, b&b’s and apartment rentals. When: Sunday 26 May 2024
M1 3DG, Manchester, One Piccadilly Place
Situated 35 metres from Manchester’s Piccadilly Train Station, this stylish hotel boasts a fitness suite and air-conditioned rooms with free high-speed WiFi. The modern and spacious rooms at the DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Piccadilly are... read more
M1 2PG, Manchester, London Road
Just 150 metres from Manchester Piccadilly Station, the Manchester Piccadilly Hotel has an award-winning restaurant, which serves seasonal produce. The property was awarded Best Luxury Hotel in Manchester from the Eat Drink and Awards 2015.... read more
M4 4AF, Manchester, 70 Shudehill
Situated in the lively Northern Quarter of Manchester's city centre, the Crowne Plaza Manchester City Centre boasts 228 individually designed rooms, the Glasshouse restaurant and bar, fitness suite and Starbucks. The Crowne Plaza Manchester City... read more
M1 4GX, Manchester, Portland Street
In the heart of Manchester city centre, the ibis Manchester Centre 96 Portland Street features a 24-hour front desk and a lively bar. It is close to the city's major attractions, including shopping, nightlife, and... read more
M4 4EW, Manchester, Cheetham Hill Road
This modern, 4-star hotel is opposite the AO Arena and Manchester Victoria Rail Station. The property offers a fantastic swimming pool, a gym, and rooms with LCD satellite TVs. With large windows and views over... read more
M1 2AP, Manchester, 55 Piccadilly
Overlooking the central Piccadilly Gardens, Gardens Hotel is a 10-minute walk from Piccadilly Rail Station. It has free Wi-Fi, and guests can make use of a 24-hour front desk. Each of the bright rooms has... read more
M1 3BB, Manchester, Weston Building, Sackville St
Just 300 metres from Manchester Piccadilly Station, Pendulum Hotel features a stylish restaurant and conservatory bar. In the bustling city centre, the hotel is 1 mile from O2 Apollo. Free WiFi is available throughout the... read more
M60 7HA, Manchester, Oxford Street
Set in the heart of Manchester’s vibrant city centre, the grand Kimpton Clocktower offers stylish, modern rooms just a minute’s walk from Oxford Road Rail Station and The Palace Theatre. Free WiFi is available throughout... read more
M1 3AQ, Manchester, Piccadilly
Opposite Manchester Piccadilly Station, this beautifully converted Victorian warehouse has boutique bedrooms. In Manchester’s vibrant centre, the hotel also features a brasserie and fitness centre. The chic rooms have luxurious beds and intimate mood lighting.... read more
M1 5LE, Manchester, 56 Great Bridgewater Street
Formerly Jurys Inn, Leonardo Hotel Manchester Central is located in the centre of Manchester, 4 minutes' walk to St Peters Square and directly opposite the Manchester Central Convention Centre and the Bridgewater Hall. Free high-speed... read more
M1 6DP, Manchester, 3-5 Portland Street, Piccadilly Gardens
Ibis Styles Manchester Portland is opposite Piccadilly Gardens, close to the Northern Quarter. Featuring a lively bar, restaurant and high-speed WiFi throughout, the hotel is just 5 minutes' walk from Piccadilly Station. The weather-themed rooms... read more
M1 4LX, Manchester, 21 Dickinson Street
In Manchester's lively Chinatown, this Novotel is just 500 metres from Manchester Central. The hotel features a fitness centre, stylish restaurant and air-cooled rooms with Wi-Fi access. The spacious rooms at Novotel Manchester Centre each... read more
M2 5GP, Manchester, Free Trade Hall, Peter Street
Winner of the Leading Hotel of the Year 2019 award, Edwardian Manchester, A Radisson Collection Hotel is located in the city's Free Trade Hall, next to the Central Convention Centre. The hotel includes a health... read more
M1 2DB, Manchester, 107 Piccadilly
In the heart of the city, ABode Manchester is a splendid 19th-century building with free Wi-Fi access. Piccadilly Rail Station is 3 minutes’ walk away. ABode Manchester’s double-glazed rooms offer monsoon showers and luxury toiletries.... read more
M1 5QA, Manchester, 2 Oxford Road
Situated next to the University Of Manchester, the Holiday Inn Express Manchester is a 5-minute walk from Oxford Road Train Station. Rooms feature a powerful shower, WiFi, and an LCD TV. Set on Oxford Road,... read more
M3 5LH, Manchester, 50 Dearmans Place, Chapel Wharf
On the banks of the River Irwell, the award-winning Lowry has rooms with views, a riverside restaurant and a spa. Free WiFi is also available. The rooms at The Lowry Hotel have walk-in wardrobes, a... read more
M1 6DF, Manchester, 101 Portland Street
Set in the heart of bustling Manchester, this 19th-century boutique hotel offers stylish, luxurious rooms with 32-inch flat-screen TVs. Oxford Road Rail Station is just 5 minutes’ walk away. With Egyptian cotton sheets, rooms at... read more
M4 5JY, Manchester, Goadsby Road off Swan Street
In the heart of Manchester, this hotel is just 600 metres from the Manchester Arena. Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena has a 24-hour front desk and modern rooms with Wi-Fi access. The bright,... read more
M4 7DB, Manchester, 2 Pollard Street
Nestled 1 mile from Manchester city centre and the Etihad Stadium, ibis Budget Manchester Centre Pollard Street offers modern accommodation with free Wi-Fi, a snack bar, and 24-hour front desk. Piccadilly Station and the 'Sportcity'... read more
M3 5EN, Manchester, Trinity Way
The Ainscow Hotel, BW Premier Collection is set next to Salford Central Railway Station and just 10 minutes’ walk from Manchester’s lively centre and the trendy Northern Quarter. This contemporary property offers on-site car parking... read more
M1 2PF, Manchester, 34 London Road, Piccadilly
Motel One Manchester-Piccadilly is located a 5-minute walk from Manchester Piccadilly train station, offering a central-city location, free WiFi and use of on-site bar One Lounge. The hotel offers rooms with an en-suite shower, flat-screen... read more
M1 2GH, Manchester, 8B Gateway House
Staycity Aparthotels Manchester Piccadilly is superbly located just 300 metres from Canal Street and close to Piccadilly Station, Piccadilly Gardens and the Arndale Centre. The apartments are spacious, stylish and contemporary, and Staycity comforts are... read more
M2 1WD, Manchester, 15 CROSS STREET
Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Motel One Manchester-Royal Exchange offers accommodation in Manchester, 400 metres from Deansgate. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Each room at this hotel is air conditioned and is equipped... read more
M15 6PQ, Manchester, 55 Booth Street West
Hyatt Regency Manchester, this 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk. The property is close to popular attractions like The Palace Theatre, Manchester Apollo and Bridgewater Hall. An elegant, modern hotel set in the heart... read more
M1 6JD, Manchester, 74
Located in a 19th-century building in Manchester’s civic quarter, Whitworth Locke has accommodation with free WiFi. It is just minutes from the city’s famous Northern Quarter - home to independent shops, bars and restaurants, 200... read more
M3 1NZ, Manchester, Todd Street
Situated next to Manchester Victoria station, Hotel Indigo Manchester - Victoria Station Station offers accommodation in Manchester. Located 90 m from Manchester Arena, the property is also 350 m from Manchester Central and 1.4 km... read more
M1 2JL, Manchester, 29 Ducie Street
Located in the Manchester City Centre, Dakota Manchester is a 5-minute walk to Market Street and a 10-minute walk to the Spinningfields. Easily accessible, Dakota Manchester is just a 3-minute walk from Piccadilly train station... read more
M3 2NW, Manchester, 2 John Dalton Street
Conveniently situated in Manchester, Yotel Manchester Deansgate.provides air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant and a bar. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk and... read more
M4 4HT, Manchester, 41 Rochdale Road
Situated in the Manchester city centre neighbourhood and northern quarter area, Hampton By Hilton Manchester Northern Quarter offers bedrooms with complimentary WiFi, bar, restaurant and fitness centre. Built in 2020, the property is within a... read more
M3 6DZ, Manchester, 7 Adelphi Street Adelphi Wharf 3
Providing city views, Dream Luxury Serviced Apartments Manchester is located in the Salford district of Manchester, 1.5 km from Opera House Manchester and 1.6 km from John Rylands Library. Complimentary WiFi is featured throughout the... read more
If you are heading to the Manchester Great Run, as a runner or spectacular, then we do hope that you enjoy your stay in this wonderful city. It is a friendly city that is steeped in rich history and one that boasts great architecture and wonderful things to do!
Start Location 10K/Half Marathon: Portland Street (city centre)
Finish 10K/Half Marathon: Deansgate (longest road in the city centre)
It’s one of UK’s largest running events together with the Virgin London Marathon and the Great North Run in Newcastle and South Shields.
When making reservations for accommodation in the city, and you are on a fight budget, your best options are to go for cheap hotels and bed and breakfasts. For your average budget hotel in the city, you can expect to budget around £57 per night, for a double room. A B&B will cost you slightly more, but you do get a breakfast, something which you will appreciate before the run and the day afterwards.
The good news is that there is no shortage of cheap hotels or bed and breakfast accommodation in central Manchester. If you wish to save even more money. then online booking will save you extra pennies. Just be sure to throughly check what the price includes, such as breakfast and free Wi-Fi.
It’s also a good idea to shop around and to read reviews if at all possible. These reviews give you always a good source of information, and can give you that much needed personal point of view. The main points to look out for are locality, cleanliness and what you get for your money.
If you are running in the Manchester Great Run then you will have so much to see whilst running, helping to make your mind off the task at hand. Of course the cheering crowds will also help to push you along the course. When running along the course you will be able to see Man United’s old football ground at Old Trafford, as well as the breathtaking Lowry and Imperial War Museum.
If you love watching your soap operas, then you will also be delighted to know that you’ll run past the Coronation Street set and along those famous cobbles! You’ll also know that the finish line is in sight when you see the towering skyscraper of Beetham Tower.
If you are running in this fantastic event, or cheering oh a loved one, then it’s a great idea to make a long weekend of it! Manchester has so much to offer you, so why not arrive in Manchester on the Friday and then stay on until Monday.
No matter how long you stay, there really is so much to see and do. The great news is that although Manchester can seem like a large and overwhelming city, the city centre is in fact very accessible on foot and, will actually only take you around an hour to navigate all of its city streets. This will allow you to see all of the major attractions. The Town Hall is slap back in the city centre, so if you do manage to get yourself lost, at least you can always navigate back to this cereal point.
When in Manchester you simply must shop, and there are so many areas in the city to choose from. As well as the world famous Arndale Centre, you can also shop until you drop along King Street and Market Steet, which is where most of the high street shops are located. Towards the bottom of Market Street is the fantastic Northern Quarter, where you find all of the weird and wonderful items that everyone loves to buy when away from home. We promise you it’s well worth a visit!
There are also many tourist attractions in the city for you to enjoy. Museums include those of the Museum of Science and Industry, known affectionately as MOSI, a must if you are visiting with children, as there is the ability to go for a short train ride. The Manchester Museum is also fantastic for the family to visit.
The great news is that both of these museums offer free entry. If the weather stays dry then it is also worth having a stroll around the Botanical Gardens with an impromptu picnic!
Name : Great Manchester Run
When : Sunday 26 May 2024
Start Location : The start line is on Portland Street near the junction with Oxford Street.
Finish : Deansgate
Distance : Half Marathon & 10K
Nearest Hotels and B&B’s : in the city centre of Manchester UK.
Additional Information : cancerresearchuk, weather information, transport
