Queens Guesthouse Manchester

Manchester 53.50443400, -2.23466000 , 5-7 Smedley Lane (Show on Map)
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Summary of reviewsQueens Guesthouse Manchester benefits from a strategically convenient location, being just a short distance from the city center and within walking distance to key attractions such as AO Arena and Piccadilly Gardens. The guesthouse’s proximity to bus stops, tram stations and local shops makes it an accessible and practical choice for budget-conscious travelers. Despite some opinions about the area feeling somewhat run-down, its peaceful residential atmosphere and good parking options add to its appeal, especially considering the affordability.

The rooms receive praise for their spaciousness and comfortable beds with some featuring amenities like kettles for tea and coffee and private bathrooms. However, a significant number of reviews express dissatisfaction with cleanliness and maintenance. Issues such as dusty surroundings, musty smells and outdated decor are frequently mentioned, alongside reports of broken fixtures and unsecured doors and windows. This suggests that while the room size and some comforts are appreciated, there is considerable need for better upkeep and refurbishment.

Cleanliness appears to be a major concern with recurring complaints about dusty carpets, stained walls, mold and unpleasant odors. Broken and dirty fixtures are a common theme, contributing to an impression of neglect. Although there are occasional mentions of relatively clean rooms, these are far outnumbered by criticisms indicating a substantial need for improved hygiene and maintenance.

Staff experiences vary, but many guests highlight friendly and helpful service, particularly praising individuals like Angela at the front desk. However, inconsistencies exist with some guests noting periods of rudeness or unavailability from staff, resulting in a mixed overall impression regarding customer service.

The guesthouse's free Wi-Fi is generally well-received with most guests finding the connection reliable and satisfactory. There are occasional issues, but these do not dominate the feedback. Parking is another positive aspect with ample free on-street parking and spacious parking areas at the back of the hotel making it convenient for those traveling by car.

In summary, Queens Guesthouse Manchester offers a budget-friendly, well-located stay with notable conveniences such as parking and Wi-Fi. However, cleanliness and maintenance require significant improvements to enhance the overall guest experience. The variability in staff interactions and bedding comfort suggests a need for greater consistency in service and quality to meet guest expectations effectively.
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Located on Smedley Lane, this guesthouse offers budget accommodation. It provides a simple and affordable option for travelers seeking a cost-effective stay in Manchester.

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Room Types
Double Room with Private Bathroom Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The double room provides a tea and coffee maker, a carpeted floor, heating, a flat-screen TV, as well as garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Twin Room with Private Bathroom Offering free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The twin room offers a tea and coffee maker, a carpeted floor, heating, a flat-screen TV, as well as garden views. The unit has 2 beds.

Double Room Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a shared bathroom with a hairdryer. The double room provides a tea and coffee maker, a carpeted floor, heating, a flat-screen TV, as well as garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Triple Room with Private Bathroom Offering free toiletries, this triple room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The triple room offers a tea and coffee maker, a carpeted floor, heating, a flat-screen TV, as well as garden views. The unit offers 2 beds.

Family Room with Private Bathroom Offering free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The family room offers a tea and coffee maker, a carpeted floor, heating, a flat-screen TV, as well as garden views. The unit has 4 beds.

Single Room Providing free toiletries, this single room includes a shared bathroom with a hairdryer. The single room provides a tea and coffee maker, a carpeted floor, heating, a flat-screen TV, as well as garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Small Single Room Featuring free toiletries, this single room includes a shared bathroom with a hairdryer. The single room features a tea and coffee maker, a carpeted floor, heating, a flat-screen TV, as well as garden views. The unit has 1 bed.

Deluxe Double Room Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The double room features a flat-screen TV, a tea and coffee maker, a carpeted floor, heating as well as garden views. The unit has 1 bed.

Comfort Triple Room Offering free toiletries, this triple room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The triple room offers a tea and coffee maker, a carpeted floor, heating, a flat-screen TV, as well as garden views. The unit offers 3 beds.

Budget Double Room Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a shared bathroom with a hairdryer. The double room features a tea and coffee maker, a carpeted floor, heating, a flat-screen TV, as well as garden views. The unit has 1 bed.

Budget Twin Room Offering free toiletries, this twin room includes a shared bathroom with a bath or a shower and a hairdryer. The twin room offers a flat-screen TV, a tea and coffee maker, a carpeted floor, heating as well as garden views. The unit offers 2 beds.

Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom Offering free toiletries, this quadruple room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The quadruple room offers a tea and coffee maker, a carpeted floor, heating, a flat-screen TV, as well as garden views. The unit offers 3 beds.

Standard Family Room Providing free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The family room provides a tea and coffee maker, a carpeted floor, heating, a flat-screen TV, as well as garden views. The unit offers 4 beds.

Double Room with Shared Bathroom The unit has 1 bed.

Guest Reviews
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Location
Queens Guesthouse Manchester is noted for its favorable location, just a short distance from the city center. Guests frequently remarked on its convenient proximity to various transport options with bus stops and tram stations only minutes away, making it easy to access different parts of Manchester. The guesthouse is within walking distance of key attractions including the AO Arena and Piccadilly Gardens and is also close to shops, food outlets and the Etihad Stadium.

The area offers a quiet, residential atmosphere, providing a peaceful retreat without being too far from central activities. Despite being described as quite run-down by some, the location is still praised for its practicality, especially when considering the reasonable prices of the accommodations. Guests found it easy to drive to local points of interest and noted the benefit of good parking availability.

Overall, the guesthouse appeals to those looking for a budget-friendly stay with straightforward connection to the city's offerings. While the surrounding area may not be viewed positively by all, the convenience and accessibility it affords make it a viable option for travelers aiming to explore Manchester.

Rooms
Queens Guesthouse Manchester presents a mixed bag of experiences for its guests. While many describe the rooms as large, spacious and well-furnished with comfortable beds, the general consensus suggests that cleanliness and maintenance fall short of expectations. The rooms often feature amenities like kettles for tea and coffee and some even come with private bathrooms, which are appreciated for adding extra comfort.

However, issues such as dusty surroundings, musty smells and evidence of insufficient cleaning are recurrent criticisms. The state of the furniture and fixtures also appears to be lacking with reports of broken sinks, damaged curtains and unattached flooring tiles. Moreover, there are frequent mentions of outdated decor and the necessity for refurbishment across various rooms.

Safety and security are additional concerns with specific incidents like unsecured doors and windows being noted. Despite detailed criticisms, the guesthouse does receive praise for its good-sized rooms and excellent service from staff. The location is also considered convenient, being close to the city center with easy access to local amenities.

Overall, while some aspects of the guesthouse's offerings are well-received, there is significant room for improvement in cleanliness, maintenance and general upkeep to ensure a more consistent and pleasant stay for all visitors.

Beds
Reviews of the bedding at Queens Guesthouse Manchester present a mixed picture, though leaning more towards the negative. On the positive side, some guests found the beds to be comfortable with a few even praising the mattress for providing a great night’s sleep. Several reviews mentioned beds being comfy enough, warm and spacious.

However, a significant portion of the feedback was less favorable. Common complaints included uncomfortable and worn-out mattresses, often described as thin, flimsy and at times feeling like cardboard. Many guests mentioned issues with cleanliness, such as stains, hair and even bed bugs. Descriptions of beds being unstable with loose headboards and noisy frames, were frequent. Additionally, plastic covers and ill-fitting, wrinkled sheets detracted from the overall comfort. On multiple occasions, guests resorted to using extra coverings or sleeping on top of the bedding due to discomfort.

Overall, the bedding experience at Queens Guesthouse Manchester seems to vary widely, but many reviews suggest it falls significantly short of expectations.

Cleanliness
Reviews of the Queens Guesthouse Manchester reveal significant concerns about cleanliness. Phrases such as overall dirty, filthy and extremely dirty are prevalent. Common complaints include dusty carpets, stained walls and mould in various parts of the rooms and bathrooms. Guests repeatedly noted unclean and broken fixtures, dirty toilets and a general lack of upkeep and maintenance. Complaints about the presence of unpleasant odors such as smoke, dampness and even the smell of cannabis and tobacco further mar the impression of the guesthouse.

While some sporadic mentions note relatively clean or nice and clean rooms, these are overshadowed by the frequent occurrence of dirty floors, stained bed sheets and mouldy showers. Guest reviews also express dissatisfaction with the communal areas, citing clutter, cobwebs and uncleanliness. The overall state of the bathroom facilities, both shared and private, appear to be particularly poor with issues such as broken sinks, clogged drains and insufficient cleaning being commonplace.

In summary, the general consensus amongst guests is a significant dissatisfaction concerning the cleanliness and lack of maintenance at Queens Guesthouse Manchester. While there are isolated remarks of cleanliness, the overwhelming bulk of the reviews highlight a need for substantial improvements in hygiene and upkeep.

Staff
Queens Guesthouse in Manchester appears to have a mix of staff experiences according to guest reviews. Many guests were pleased with the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff, noting their politeness, helpfulness and attentiveness. Specific mentions highlight staff going out of their way to assist guests with the receptionist often described as friendly and supportive. Angela, a front desk employee, was repeatedly praised for her exceptional service.

However, some reviews point to issues of availability and rudeness. Instances were noted where no staff were present and some guests reported encountering unfriendly or aggressive behavior. Despite these negative experiences, the positive interactions with staff members such as the lovely cleaning lady and the friendly guy at the desk stood out.

Overall, while the staff can be incredibly helpful and friendly, there are inconsistencies in service that potential visitors might want to be aware of.

Wi-Fi
Queens Guesthouse Manchester offers free Wi-Fi that is generally well-received by guests with many praising the good internet connection and describing it as great. However, some guests experienced issues, such as the Wi-Fi being unusable or only working on one device at a time. Despite these occasional problems, the overall consensus points to the Wi-Fi being reliable and satisfactory for most stays.

Parking
Queens Guesthouse Manchester offers several convenient parking options for guests. The parking situation is notably positive with many guests highlighting the availability of free on-street parking and the presence of parking spaces at the back of the hotel. The on-street parking is both free and adequately available with plenty of spaces nearby, making it easy and stress-free to find a spot. Additionally, the car park is described as spacious and well-managed, ensuring that guests can park their vehicles conveniently close to the hotel. This ample parking availability adds to the overall convenience of staying at Queens Guesthouse Manchester.


No, Queens Guesthouse Manchester doesn't have any pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Queens Guesthouse Manchester.

No, Queens Guesthouse Manchester doesn't allow dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Queens Guesthouse Manchester.

No, Queens Guesthouse Manchester doesn't have a gym.

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