Stay for the match
The Etihad is ten minutes away by tram and Old Trafford about twenty. Watch the build-up in Lock 84, get to the ground with time to spare, then come back to a bar that stays open all night for hotel guests.
Getting to the Ground
Both stadiums are on the Metrolink tram, and Piccadilly is on your doorstep. On match days the trams get busy, so give yourself a little extra time.
Manchester City
The Etihad Stadium
Take the Ashton line tram from Piccadilly to Etihad Campus. It takes about 10 minutes, with trams every 6 to 10 minutes, then a short walk to the stadium. Co-op Live is right next door.
City fixturesManchester United
Old Trafford
Take the Altrincham line tram from Piccadilly Gardens or St Peter’s Square to the Old Trafford stop. It takes about 18 minutes, with trams roughly every 10 minutes. The same stop serves Lancashire cricket at Emirates Old Trafford.
United fixturesMatch Day at The Reach
Before Kick-off
A proper Full English in Lock 84, from 6.30am on weekdays and 7am at weekends.
The Game in the Bar
The big games on the screens in Lock 84, with our own Lock 84 IPA on draught. Open until 1am, and all night for hotel guests.
Back in Your Room
Sky Sports in every room, and room service 24 hours a day for the highlights.Good to Know
All questionsHow far is The Reach from the Etihad Stadium?
About 10 minutes by tram. Take the Ashton line from Piccadilly to Etihad Campus, then it is a short walk to the stadium.
How do I get to Old Trafford from the hotel?
Take the Altrincham line tram from Piccadilly Gardens or St Peter’s Square to the Old Trafford stop. The journey takes about 18 minutes.
Can I watch the match at the hotel?
Yes. The big games are shown in the Lock 84 bar, and every room has Sky Sports.
Is the bar open after the game?
The Lock 84 bar is open until 1am, and 24 hours a day for hotel guests.
Make a Weekend of It
215 rooms, 90 seconds from Manchester Piccadilly station.