There are plenty of coffee shops and hotels to work from in Manchester. But, before you end up with your laptop in a café mega-chains, on a sticky table and running out of battery because there are no power plugs, we have some recommendations for you. Head to one of the following free workspaces in Manchester, get your laptop out and enjoy some productive hours with a cuppa!
If you are looking for a workspace in other locations, head over to our workspace search and choose from more than 200 free and unique workspaces in the UK.
- ABode Manchester
- Todd St Café
- DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester
- The Foundation Coffee House
- Holiday Inn Express TraffordCity
- TAKK
- Clayton Hotel Manchester Airport
- Pot Kettle Black
- Holiday Inn Express – Leigh Sports Village
- Holiday Inn Haydock
ABode Manchester
ABode Manchester offers a unique and vibrant environment for remote workers looking to combine productivity with comfort. Located in the heart of Manchester, this stylish hotel provides a dynamic atmosphere where you can work efficiently while enjoying all the city has to offer. With free access to spacious communal areas, high-speed Wi-Fi, and modern amenities, it’s an ideal location for freelancers, entrepreneurs, and digital nomads.
Opening hours: Monday – Sunday 9 am to 6 p.m.
Location: Manchester Piccadilly
Todd St Cafe
Situated by Victoria Station lies Todd St Cafe. A cosy, quirky cafe perfect for laptop workers needing fast WiFi, a productive work enviroment and some delicious snacks. The cafe has a tasty selection of both sweet and savoury treats, as well as a range of refreshing cold and hot beverages.
The service is second to none and the vibe is a chilled one. If you onbly visit two places in Manchester, make sure it is here and Selina.
DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester
The DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester offers an ideal setting for remote workers, conveniently located just a short walk from Manchester Piccadilly train station. With fast, reliable Wi-Fi throughout the hotel and ample power outlets at every table, staying productive is effortless. The quiet, well-lit spaces provide a comfortable and focused environment, whether you’re working on a project or enjoying a break.
We bet you didn’t think of this one: Hotels are the perfect workspace during the day because nobody else is using the space at that time. This is close to Manchester Piccadilly train station and offers a large open plan lobby to work from.
Opening hours: Monday – Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Manchester Piccadilly
Special offers: Othership premium members get one free hot drink
The Foundation Coffee House
We have another independent coffee shop for you that you’ll find in three locations in Manchester: The Foundation Coffee House in the Northern Quarter, Portland Street and Whitworth Street. There’s coffee, cakes, cocktails and a space for you and your laptop. Besides, their shop has all the gear for your perfect coffee experience at home, from French press to coffee beans.
Opening hours: Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., weekend – 9 a.m to 6 p.m
Location: Portland Street, Lever Street, Whitworth Street
Holiday Inn Express Manchester Trafford City
How about a super modern hotel in Manchester Trafford City? The Hotel is only a 5-minute walk from Trafford Park train station and offers a comfortable free workspace. Bright, modern meeting rooms are also available with natural daylight and Othership premium members enjoy special offers for unlimited hot drinks.
Opening hours: Monday – Sunday 10 a.m to 5 p.m.
Location: TraffordCity
Special offers: Othership premium members get one free hot drink + offers for unlimited tea & coffee
TAKK
Artisan coffee and Nordic-inspired atmosphere make TAKK a special address in the city centre. The coffee shop in Manchester was created out of love to Scandinavian countries and coffee from El Salvador. TAKK is an independent coffee company and a welcoming space to work, meet, talk, and collaborate. There are power plugs, Wi-Fi and dogs are welcome too! TAKK has three outlets in Manchester: Tariff Street, Hatch and Oxford Road.
Opening hours: Monday – Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., some outlets open on weekends
Location: 6 Tariff Street
Clayton Hotel Manchester Airport
Why not get some work done before going on that business trip? The Clayton Hotel Manchester Airport offers the perfect free workspaces for all those digital nomads. Get that report done and reply to some emails before your flight takes off!
Opening hours: Monday – Sunday 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Location: Manchester Airport
Special offers: Othership premium members get one free hot drink + offers for unlimited tea & coffee
Pot Kettle Black
In the Deansgate area of Manchester is another coffee shop that comes highly recommended: Pot Kettle Black. It is in a beautiful setting at Barton Arcade with a large window front. Visitors emphasize the homely atmosphere and the good coffee which is inspired by the coffee culture from Australia and New Zealand.
Opening hours: Monday – Thursday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fridays – 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturdays – 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sundays – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Deansgate
Holiday Inn Express – Leigh Sports Village
The Holiday Inn Express – Leigh Sports Village is a modern hotel with fast transport links to Manchester and Liverpool, making it an ideal base for remote workers. Offering free high-speed internet, a spacious lobby, and helpful staff, it’s perfect for both work and relaxation. The hotel also features nine meeting rooms, ideal for hosting conferences or productive work sessions.
Opening hours: Monday – Friday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturdays – Sundays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Leigh Sports Village
Special offers: Othership premium members 25% off food & drinks and upgrades
Holiday Inn Haydock
If you are looking for a free workspace outside the city and with good connections to Liverpool and Manchester, we recommend the Holiday Inn Haydock.
It also is the perfect location for client meetings and events with a choice of 11 meeting rooms of varying sizes. Plus, there’s a fitness centre for an after-work workout.
Opening hours: 24/7
Location: Haydock
Special offers: Othership premium members get one free hot drink, 25% off private space and upgrades + offers for unlimited tea & coffee and lunch
So what next?
If you’re new to Manchester’s coworking scene or just looking for something a little more special than the average commercial chain offering coworking then head over to Othership to see our range of free & unique workspaces.
We have over tonnes of spaces with many totally free to book, and if you become a premium member you can then save up to 50% off or grab a free coffee across our curated network of partner venues.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these workspaces in London really free?
Yes, you can use these workspaces for free! There is no charge for the use of a table in these venues to work from. Some of them even include a free coffee for Othership members
Do I have to pay for the Wi-Fi?
There is no extra charge for Wi-Fi in the free workspaces we recommend.
Is there a stable Wi-Fi connection in free workspaces?
The workspaces that you can book via Othership have all been tested and verified. A good Wi-Fi connection and power plugs are our main criteria when selecting spaces.
Aren’t free workspace very noisy?
We select the venues we recommend carefully. They’re never as quiet as a library, but the noise-level allow for a good work environment.
Can I bring my dog to free workspaces in London?
There are spaces that allow dogs and some that don’t. We recommend you browse through these dog-friendly venues!
