New Union Hotel

New Union Hotel is a drinks-led hotel, pub, showbar and club on Princess Street, set within Manchester’s Gay Village. It has a friendly, lively character, combining accommodation with evening entertainment and a bar atmosphere that ranges from relaxed daytime visits to late-night dancing.

The bar serves a broad selection of drinks, including lager, flavoured ciders, mainstream spirits and boutique gins. During the day, the setting works for a quiet drink and a game of pool. As the evening develops, the venue shifts towards music, performance and socialising.

Entertainment is central to the hotel’s identity. The programme includes DJs, karaoke, drag cabaret and themed nights, giving the venue a performance-led feel rather than that of a conventional hotel bar. The showbar and club setting suits guests looking for an upbeat night out, particularly those visiting the surrounding Gay Village for its nightlife.

Accommodation is straightforward and modern, with a no-frills approach. Each room has a private en-suite shower room, free WiFi, complimentary tea and coffee, a wall-mounted television and a memory foam mattress. The rooms provide a practical base for guests who want to stay close to the evening activity while keeping the accommodation simple.

The hotel also offers a choice of pace across the day. Earlier visits can centre on drinks and pool, while later hours are better suited to dancing, DJs and cabaret. That mix makes the venue suitable for visitors who want entertainment on site rather than a quiet, conventional hotel environment.

New Union Hotel is best suited to adults and groups planning a social break, a night around Canal Street or a stay built around drag, music and themed entertainment. The combination of rooms, drinks and performances keeps the venue focused on informal nightlife, with a welcoming pub element alongside the club atmosphere.