Blackfriars Travel Guide
Salford
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Popular places to visit
Salford Quays
Explore the waterfront in Salford with a trip to Salford Quays. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
MediaCityUK
Enjoy a stop at MediaCityUK, an entertaining place to visit in Salford. Attend a football match or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
The Lowry Art and Entertainment
You can get tickets for a performance at The Lowry Art and Entertainment on your trip to Salford. Attend a football match or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
University of Salford
Explore the campus of University of Salford as part of your travels around Salford. Experience the area's fascinating museums and entertainment choices.
Peel Park
Peel Park is just one of the places to see in Salford, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.
Ordsall Hall
You can learn about the history of Salford with a trip to Ordsall Hall. Attend a football match or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Top hotels in Blackfriars
TRIBE Manchester Airport
Didn’t have breakfast due to an early flight but hotel was very clean and modern. Car park having works done so had a bit of a walk with cases to reception.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
a&o Manchester City Centre
Staff were very welcoming & helpful at check-in and throughout our stay. Our room was clean and comfortable. The overall atmosphere of the place was great, as were the amenities. Breakfast was nice, plenty of choice, I appreciated there being vegetarian options. We would recommend this place.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport
Great hotel. Gave us an upgrade as I’m a member. Room clean food good
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
YOTEL Manchester Deansgate
excelent
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Maldron Hotel Manchester City Centre
The room was on first arrival clean, although an odd shape, on the 9th floor. I settled in, doing my preparation to present at a conference the next day. Did all of my ablutions and pulled back the duvet, bringing the
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Crowne Plaza Manchester Airport by IHG
The staff went above and beyond to be helpful. I’ve stayed in most of the hotels at Manchester Airport, and this is easily the best.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Blackfriars
Greengate
While Greengate isn't home to many top sights, AO Arena and Exchange Square are some notable places to visit nearby.
