YHA ManchestervsAbbey Lodge
Both properties are recommended by writers. Overall, Abbey Lodge ranks slightly better than YHA Manchester. Abbey Lodge comes in at 77 with approval from 4 sources such as Time Out, Lonely Planet and Michelin Guide.
YHA Manchester
 Rough Guide
 Lonely Planet
Potato Wharf, Castlefield, Manchester M3 4NB
From $15/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Free Internet
 - Laundry Service
 - Laundy Room
 - Restaurant
 - Free Parking
 
 "Excellent hostel overlooking the canal that runs close to the Museum of Science and Industry." 
 "This purpose-built canalside hostel in the Castlefield area is one of the best in the country. It's a top-class option with... a host of good facilities." Full review
Abbey Lodge
 Lonely Planet
 Time Out
 Michelin Guide
 The Telegraph
501 Wilbraham Road, Manchester M21 0UJ, England
From $48/night
- Pet Friendly
 - Free Internet
 - Free Breakfast
 - Laundry Service
 - Free Parking
 - Breakfast included
 
 "Set in one of Manchester's most trendy neighbourhoods the Abbey Lodge offers a quiet retreat with spacious, homely rooms and." 
 "A converted Victorian family home in the heart of Bohemian Chorlton, the Abbey exemplifies the perfect English B&B. Pristinely kept and expertly run, it's decorated in a classical but unfussy way." Full review
 "Red-brick Edwardian house in the city suburbs; a wishing table' provides a splash of colour on the stairwell. Warm, homely bedrooms offer good facilities." 
7.0
 "A homely, family-run b&b in the south Manchester suburb of Chorlton that is perfect for guests looking for a quieter base." Full review