Hotels Near Co-op Live, Manchester
Thursday 12 November 2026 Co-op LiveUpdated Tuesday 10 November 2026
The short answer
24 hotels from our mapped pool sit within 8 km of Co-op Live. Next up at the venue: Muse on Thursday 12 November 2026. For that night the cheapest listed room starts around A$125 per night and the median is A$272, -15% against a normal A$321 night. Rates sampled 10 Nov 2026.
Co-op Live sits a little out from Manchester's hotel cluster, so every stay here means a short ride rather than a walk. The nearest hotel is 1.65 kilometres from the venue, and the full list of 24 hotels spreads out to 2.54 kilometres, all in the Manchester area and rated three or four stars. There is no walkable option within 15 minutes of the arena, so plan for a short trip in either direction. That said, the spread of hotels gives you choice: smart four-star stays for a comfortable base, simpler three-star options if you just need a bed before or after the show. Papa Roach plays Co-op Live on 6 November 2026. The venue also hosts Stevie Wonder on 8 November 2026, Muse on 12 and 13 November 2026, Mariah Carey on 2 December 2026, Placebo on 4 December 2026, an NBA fixture between San Antonio Spurs and New Orleans Pelicans on 17 January 2027, and Rush on 12 March 2027.
When to book
With no hotels inside a 15-minute walk of Co-op Live, book early and settle on how far a ride you are happy with. With several major acts booked into Co-op Live over the coming months, lock in your stay well ahead of whichever show you are attending.
Best areas to stay near Co-op Live
Areas are the supplier zones our mapped hotels fall into, ordered by distance to the venue. Prices are the median event-night rate for the hotels we list in that area.
Manchester
24 hotels · 1.6 to 2.9 km · 0 walkable
All 24 hotels for Co-op Live sit in Manchester itself, from 1.65 to 2.54 kilometres out, a mix of three and four-star hotels and apartments. None are walkable to the arena, so you are looking at a short ride either way. Good for travellers who want city comforts and don't mind a quick trip to the show.
- Event night
- A$262
- Normal night
- A$321
3 to 4 star hotels listed
Hotels near Co-op Live, by distance
Event window 11 Nov 2026 → 13 Nov 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adultsPer-night prices are our lowest sampled rate for the event window versus a normal night three weeks out. Walking times use about 12 minutes per kilometre over a street route 30% longer than a straight line. Anything over 15 minutes is shown as a ride.
| Hotel | Area | Distance | Stars | Event night | Normal night | Cancellation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Leonardo Hotel Manchester Piccadilly Four-star Manchester hotel 1.65 kilometres from Co-op Live, the closest option on this list, a short ride from the show. | Manchester | ~7 min ride 1.6 km | 4 | A$255 | A$268 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
 Dakota Manchester Four-star Dakota Manchester, 2.07 kilometres out, a short ride to Co-op Live with a touch more polish. 8.5/10 guest score · 1 reviews | Manchester | ~8 min ride 2.1 km | 4 | A$823 | A$523 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
 Travelodge Manchester Ancoats Budget-friendly three-star Travelodge 2.16 kilometres from Co-op Live, a short ride from the venue in Ancoats. 7.3/10 guest score · 7 reviews | Manchester | ~8 min ride 2.2 km | 3 | A$183 | A$187 | See rates | View rates |
 The Reach At Piccadilly, Manchester, A Tribute P Three-star apart-hotel near Piccadilly, 2.22 kilometres out, a practical short-ride base for event nights. 10.0/10 guest score · 1 reviews | Manchester | ~9 min ride 2.2 km | 3 | A$294 | A$349 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
 easyHotel Manchester Simple three-star easyHotel, 2.25 kilometres from the arena, good value for a short ride in. 8.7/10 guest score · 1 reviews | Manchester | ~9 min ride 2.3 km | 3 | A$163 | A$146 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
 Premier Inn Manchester City - Piccadilly Three-star Premier Inn near Piccadilly, 2.26 kilometres from Co-op Live, dependable and a short ride out. | Manchester | ~9 min ride 2.3 km | 3 | A$311 | A$335 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
 Staycity Aparthotels Manchester Piccadilly Four-star Staycity aparthotel near Piccadilly, 2.29 kilometres out, roomy choice for a short ride to the show. 9.1/10 guest score · 2 reviews | Manchester | ~9 min ride 2.3 km | 4 | A$276 | A$306 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
 Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena Three-star Holiday Inn Express near the arena district, 2.32 kilometres out, a short ride from Co-op Live. 7.5/10 guest score · 1 reviews | Manchester | ~9 min ride 2.3 km | 3 | A$195 | A$161 | See rates | View rates |
| Manchester | ~9 min ride 2.3 km | 4 | A$332 | A$410 | Free cancellation available | View rates | |
 DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester - Piccadilly 9.0/10 guest score · 2 reviews | Manchester | ~9 min ride 2.4 km | 4 | A$451 | A$438 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
 Gardens 7.2/10 guest score · 2 reviews | Manchester | ~9 min ride 2.4 km | 3 | A$142 | A$145 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
 Manchester Portland By Sunday 7.9/10 guest score · 3 reviews | Manchester | ~9 min ride 2.4 km | 3 | A$165 | A$189 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
| Manchester | ~10 min ride 2.5 km | 4 | A$279 | A$385 | Free cancellation available | View rates | |
 Church Street by Supercity Aparthotels Apart-hotel | Manchester | ~10 min ride 2.5 km | 4 | A$243 | A$382 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
| Manchester | ~10 min ride 2.6 km | 3 | A$137 | A$191 | Free cancellation available | View rates | |
 Britannia Manchester 6.4/10 guest score · 8 reviews | Manchester | ~10 min ride 2.6 km | 3 | A$125 | A$140 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
| Manchester | ~10 min ride 2.7 km | 3 | A$188 | Not yet | See rates | View rates | |
| Manchester | ~10 min ride 2.7 km | 4 | A$330 | A$405 | See rates | View rates | |
| Manchester | ~10 min ride 2.8 km | 4 | A$293 | A$411 | Free cancellation available | View rates | |
 New Union 6.8/10 guest score · 1 reviews | Manchester | ~10 min ride 2.8 km | 3 | A$167 | Not yet | See rates | View rates |
| Manchester | ~10 min ride 2.8 km | 4 | A$268 | A$363 | Free cancellation available | View rates | |
 Roomzzz Manchester Apart-hotel | Manchester | ~11 min ride 2.9 km | 4 | A$312 | A$391 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
| Manchester | ~11 min ride 2.9 km | 3 | A$238 | A$268 | Free cancellation available | View rates | |
 The Alan 8.3/10 guest score · 3 reviews | Manchester | ~11 min ride 2.9 km | 4 | A$335 | A$267 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
Map: Co-op Live and the listed hotels
Getting to Co-op Live
Etihad Campus Metrolink stop is next to the venue
The Etihad Campus tram stop sits directly beside Co op Live on the Ashton line, making it the recommended way to arrive for a big event. It is served by frequent trams running directly into the city centre.
Tram frequency and last service on event nights
Trams run roughly every six to seven and a half minutes from the city centre to Etihad Campus and continue until 01:00 on Fridays and Saturdays. This extended late service is designed to clear crowds after big shows.
Source: www.cooplive.com, www.justpark.com
CityLink walking route from Piccadilly
A lit, step free walking route called CityLink links Manchester Piccadilly station to the arena in about twenty five minutes, passing through Ancoats, New Islington and Holt Town. The route has CCTV coverage and event day helpers for guidance and support.
Source: www.cooplive.com, www.justpark.com
Commercial bus routes serving the arena
Bus services 216 and 231 run directly from Manchester Piccadilly Gardens to the Etihad campus area close to the venue. Route 53 also stops on Alan Turing Way just a short walk from Co op Live.
Source: www.seatunique.com, www.justpark.com
Nearby tram stops close after events for crowd safety
To safely manage the crowds leaving a sold out show, the Velopark and Holt Town tram stops are closed after the event. This means the entire post event tram flow is directed through the Etihad Campus stop.
Official pick up point in Blue Car Park
Co op Live operates a free pick up point for collecting friends and family after a show, opening from 22:00 in a designated area away from busy roads. This facility is based in the Official Blue Car Park on the Etihad Campus.
Park and ride sites near the arena
There are park and ride facilities on the Ashton tram line close to Co op Live, including Ashton Moss with around 183 spaces and Ashton West with around 184 spaces, each with a number of disabled bays. Drivers can leave their car and ride the tram straight to Etihad Campus.
Source: static.billygraham.org, themanc.com
Airport to venue connections
Manchester Airport has regular National Rail trains and Metrolink trams running into central Manchester, from where spectators can change onto the tram network towards Etihad Campus. This makes central Manchester the natural interchange point between the airport and the arena.
What hotels cost on the event night
Based on 24 hotels within 8 km that returned a rate for 11 Nov 2026 → 13 Nov 2026 (2 adults) compared with the same hotels three weeks from today. The lowest event-night rate we found was A$125 per night. Sampled 10 Nov 2026; live rates at checkout may differ.
Upcoming at Co-op Live
Frequently asked questions
Which hotels are within walking distance of Co-op Live?
None of the 24 mapped hotels is within a comfortable walk; the nearest sits 1.6 km away, so plan on transport for the event.
How much do hotels near Co-op Live cost on the event night?
Across 24 hotels within 8 km, the median rate for 11 Nov 2026 is A$272 per night for two adults, compared with A$321 on a normal night (-15%). The lowest listed rate is A$125 at Britannia Manchester.
When is Muse at Co-op Live?
Muse is scheduled for Thursday 12 November 2026 at 20:00 local time (Concerts). Tickets start from EUR 271. Suggested hotel dates are the night before and the night of the event (11 Nov 2026 → 13 Nov 2026).
Which area is best to stay in for Co-op Live?
Stay as close as your budget allows. None of the listed hotels is within a 15 minute walk, so plan a short ride after the event. Hotels further into Manchester are usually cheaper on the event night and still a short ride away. The areas section above lists each zone with its distance band and median event-night price.
Are hotels near Co-op Live more expensive on concert nights?
Yes on this date: the median listed rate is A$272 against A$321 on a normal night, a -15% difference.
Can I book a hotel near Co-op Live with free cancellation?
19 of the 24 listed hotels returned at least one free-cancellation rate for the event window. Refundable rates are usually a little higher than the lead rate; the hotel page shows both.
Can I book hotel and event tickets together?
Yes. Event Escapes sells tickets and hotels for Manchester events, and packages combine the two with pay-weekly instalments where available.
Keep planning
Hotel distances are straight-line from the venue; walking times are estimates. Event-night and normal-night prices are the lowest rates our systems sampled for two adults on the dates shown and include our service fee; live availability and prices at checkout may differ. Event details come from the ticketing feed.