About the Manchester Accommodation BID
The Manchester Accommodation BID is a ground-breaking initiative led by the city’s hotel and serviced apartment providers to help create new events and additional activities that will attract more people to visit and stay in Manchester and Salford. It contributes to the enhancement of overall guest experience and helps to expand the city’s visitor economy by:
- amplifying marketing campaigns that drive overnight stays;
- securing large-scale events, conferences, and festivals in low-season months;
- improving guest welcome and street cleanliness.
The above activities are funded by the City Visitor Charge; a supplementary £1 Charge per room/unit per night* for guests, added to the final accommodation bill. The statutory Charge is collected from all paid accommodation establishments that fall into the Manchester Accommodation BID zone and has been applicable to all bookings from 1 April 2023.
*Charge may be more than £1 after VAT is applied at some establishments and/or if booking is made via a third-party website
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First Manchester Accommodation BID marketing campaign launches
This week marks the launch of the Manchester Accommodation BID’s first dedicated marketing campaign funded by the City Visitor Charge and managed by Marketing Manchester – the Accommodation BID’s delivery partner for campaign activities. This initial campaign has two...
Manchester Accommodation BID Manager appointed
Following an extensive recruitment process, Manchester Accommodation BID has announced Rachel Kettle as the organisation’s first Accommodation BID Manager. With several years of experience in place promotion, Rachel will bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to...
UK first: Manchester Accommodation BID launches
On Saturday 1 April 2023, the Manchester Accommodation Business Improvement District (BID) will begin operations as the first initiative of its kind in the UK, aiming to deliver better visitor experiences and drive more staying visitors to the city. Led by...