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Bar at The Alan at The Alan

Name: Bar at The Alan at The Alan
Address: 18 Princess Street, Manchester, M1 4LG, GB
Price range: from £500 minimum spend / per session
Rating: 4.8

Bar in a Hotel

Semi-private area

About this space

Bar at The Alan is a Bar in The Alan hotel whose defining quality is a central, backlit bar display that anchors a semi-private seating area within the hotel.

Design: The interior pairs exposed brick, pale stone flooring and visible ductwork under high ceilings for an industrial-chic look. The seating is arranged as small clusters of marble-topped round tables, cane-backed chairs and low banquettes in a neutral palette.

Features: A staffed bar counter provides full cocktail and drinks service from a central service area. The area includes banquette seating and freestanding tables that can be rearranged for private groups. The space provides on-site Wi‑Fi, permits external music, and is wheelchair accessible with accessible toilets and a step‑free entrance; noise restrictions apply.

Ideal for: Small groups of friends or colleagues seeking a relaxed, social setting for seated meals or standing drinks.

What guests say: The space has a well-regarded decorative scheme and bright interior. The staff are friendly and attentive.

Usually booked for

30th Birthday Party

Typically for 20-30 guests and costs about £500.

"Lovely venue, clean and spacious. Amazing communication with the staff beforehand."

- Yasmin May 2026

Offers and packages

Menus

Event offer

For your event, you’ll be in our stunning event space, SITU, which offers a fantastic ambience and a host of features, including:
Use of 2 projectors for presentations or festive visuals
4 uplighters to create a warm and inviting atmosphere
6 poser tables for mingling and socialising
A private bar for personalised service
A private cloakroom for added comfort
Complimentary W1i-Fi for all your tech needs

Christmas Party

£50 per person

We’re thrilled to offer our Christmas Package starting from just £50 per person (VAT included), which includes everything you need for an unforgettable evening:
A welcome drink to kick off the festivities
A 3-course sit-down dinner
Wine and Beer on the table
Bottled filtered mineral water
Beautiful room and table decorations to set the festive mood
A lively DJ and photobooth to keep the party going

Prices

Monday

10:00 – 16:00

from £1000 min. spend

Per session

10:00 – 16:00

from £1000

Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.

Tuesday

10:00 – 16:00

from £1000 min. spend

Per session

10:00 – 16:00

from £1000

Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.

Wednesday

10:00 – 16:00

from £1500 min. spend

Per session

10:00 – 16:00

from £1500

Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.

Thursday

10:00 – 16:00

from £2000 min. spend

Per session

10:00 – 16:00

from £2000

Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.

Sunday

12:00 – 16:00

from £500 min. spend

Per session

12:00 – 16:00

from £500

Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.

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Capacity

Standing

up to 50

Dining

up to 22

Catering and drinks

Venue can organise food and drink

Halal menu

Extensive vegan menu

Extensive vegetarian menu

Extensive gluten-free menu

Venue can supply alcoholic beverages

Facilities

Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in

Accommodation is available on-site On-site accommodation

Paid parking facilities available nearby

Bar

Music & sound equipment

Venue allows playing your own music

Accessibility

Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users

Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities

Guests can enter without using stairs

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for

Age policy

Guest under 18 not allowed unless accompanied by an adult after 19:00

Host rules

No smoking in the building.

Cancellation policy: Custom

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Reviews and ratings

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Customers rated communication with this venue and their event experience as Superb

Response time: within a couple of hours

Response rate: 98%