Britannia Airport Hotel

Despite the word Airport being in the name, the actual airport is nowhere to be found—perhaps it took a holiday. My room came with a massive 55-inch Akai(!) telly, which was almost big enough to distract me from the equally massive gaps in the windows masquerading as ventilation. I enjoyed my stay, truly. But would I book again? Hmm, let's just say I'd sooner take my chances with a budget airline's baggage policy.

The room I stayed felt terribly cold. There was no heater. The shower system of the bathroom wasn't working at all. I had to improvise using a Disposable to aid my bath. It wasn't a nice experience at all. With regards to transportation, there were no readily available cab services from the hotel. The number I was given to call practically drop the call on me and not ready to help. I felt terribly disappointed.

Boiling hot public areas. Too hot. Stifling. No need for it, when its mild outside, and it was. Pleasant service from all the staff I spoke with. Had a meal in the bar, which I ordered at 21.15, which I thought was pretty good, the fact that the kitchen was still open. I went straight to bed afterwards, so hadn't noticed that neither the kettle nor the TV in my room worked. Disappointed really, and, cheap room or not, hardly what you expect. I reported it to reception and got a free coffee to take away, since I was checking out. On balance then, a mixed bag, but I would stay again. Where else can you get a room in Manchester for £34.