Looking for an exciting weekend break? How about combining a stay at Hotel Football with tickets to see a Premier League match? Manchester is home to two of the biggest teams in English football – Manchester United and Manchester City. With a wide choice of matches to attend, a football-themed hotel stay and tickets to a Premier League game makes for an unforgettable weekend.
Hotel Football is located right opposite Manchester United’s iconic Old Trafford stadium. The 4-star hotel has been designed as a tribute to United and English football. Its unique football-inspired interiors feature memorabilia, vibrant colors and quirky furnishings like bedside tables made from footballs! Guest rooms overlook the stadium and you can enjoy a view of the pitch from the rooftop terrace.
Start your football-filled weekend with a stadium tour. Get a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the Manchester United Museum, dugout, players’ tunnel and more. Soak up the history and atmosphere of one of the most famous football grounds in the world.
Refuel with a pre-match meal at Hotel Football’s lively Cafe Football. This sports bar-style eatery serves classic British fare like fish and chips, bacon and sausage sandwiches, and Manchester’s signature dish – Rag Pudding. Sample one of their craft beers on tap or choose from a lengthy list of whiskeys and wines. The walls feature photos of United legends like Eric Cantona and Sir Alex Ferguson to get you in the spirit for match day.
Make the quick 5-minute walk across to the Manchester United stadium for the main event. Hear the roar of the crowd as you take your seat alongside 75,000 passionate United fans. Feel the exhilaration and action up-close as your team battles their opponents. Wave your scarf and join chants of favorite songs like “Glory Glory Man United.” Regardless of the result, the nonstop entertainment and electric atmosphere inside England’s largest club stadium make for an unforgettable experience.
Continue your Old Trafford immersion by visiting the Manchester United Megastore after the final whistle. This enormous two-floor shop is a must for any Man United fan. Browse through official merchandise and get your jersey printed with names and numbers of your favorite players. Pick up collectible souvenirs like scarves, programs, caps and more. Soccer enthusiasts could spend hours exploring the endless football kit and memorabilia.
Nightcaps back at Hotel Football’s lively Footballista Rooftop Bar end your matchday on a high. This trendy bar has panoramic views over Old Trafford and the Manchester cityscape. Sip inventive cocktails inspired by United legends like the George Best, made with Absolut vodka, passionfruit and vanilla. A DJ plays thumping beats on weekends, so you can dance the night away after a thrilling game.
Manchester has no shortage of great football pubs to continue your celebrations. Head to traditional local pubs like The Bishop Blaze to mix with diehard fans. Or visit lively sports bars like Second City in the Northern Quarter to watch soccer on big screens alongside locals.
A weekend of football in Manchester combines premier sport, iconic locations like Old Trafford stadium and the buzz of one of England’s top cities. Staying at the football-themed Hotel Football truly immerses you in the atmosphere. Sing, cheer and bond with fellow fans during an electrifying Premier League match. Follow up with parties at bustling local pubs and bars. Football, hotel, food and nightlife – a Hotel Football match ticket weekend break packages all the essentials for an unforgettable English football adventure!
