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MediaCity, Manchester · short-let management

Airbnb management in MediaCity, Manchester.

Short-let management around MediaCity and Salford Quays, from waterside apartments to homes suited to professional stays.

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Atmospheric view of MediaCityUK and Salford Quays (M50), with the waterside apartment blocks that characterise the area.
M50MediaCity and Salford Quays

The area

MediaCity's short-let market explained.

MediaCity has turned Salford Quays into one of Greater Manchester's most distinctive short-let markets.

Home to the BBC, ITV and a cluster of media and tech employers, it brings a steady flow of freelancers, crews, contractors and corporate visitors, while the Lowry, the Imperial War Museum North and the waterfront add leisure demand. The Metrolink stops at MediaCityUK, and the stock is overwhelmingly modern high-rise apartments built for this kind of stay.

For short-let, MediaCity rewards a calendar that blends midweek production and corporate stays with weekend leisure and event visitors. The apartment blocks each have their own rules on short-let, parking and access, so we set the operation around the specific building rather than a template.

Part of our Manchester management coverage.

What we manage

What we manage in MediaCity.

  • Apartment living and dining space with sofas, an armchair and patio doors.

    Apartment stock

    Apartment living spaces

    Quays apartments are usually leasehold in managed blocks, and the block's rules on short-let, parking and access set the shape of the operation.

  • Apartment interior with a desk and laptop by the window, a sofa and bookshelves.

    Property type

    Homes with workspace

    Freelancers and crews working nearby book by the week, and a desk, broadband and laundry are what make those stays practical.

  • Compact galley kitchen with a washing machine, oven and fridge-freezer.

    Apartment stock

    Compact kitchens

    In-flat laundry matters in a compact apartment: it keeps turnovers quick and suits guests staying more than a couple of nights.

A complete service for your short-let.

The same full-service operation applies in MediaCity, Manchester. One team handles the listing, the pricing, the guests and the property care, and keeps you informed throughout.

How full-service management works →

  • Property marketing

    We set up the listing, plan the photography and write the property information guests rely on before they book.

  • Pricing and calendars

    We review rates against local demand and seasonality, and keep availability aligned across booking channels.

  • Distribution

    Distribution spans more than 20 booking and distribution sources. Direct booking is used where suitable.

  • Guests and booking checks

    Guest communication is handled 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Every guest's ID is checked. Every booking is reviewed against the property's rules and any relevant building rules.

  • Cleaning and property care

    Checks between stays use cleaner evidence, issue reports and checklists. Maintenance is coordinated with approved local trades and specialists.

  • Owner visibility and approvals

    Significant work is brought to the owner for approval. The Owner Portal provides access to bookings, the property calendar and statements.

Your property. Professionally managed.

From the first conversation to day-to-day hosting, we take care of the details and keep you informed.

  1. Discovery & property review

    We discuss your property, your plans and whether short letting is a suitable fit.

  2. Your management agreement

    We explain the service, fees and setup before you commit.

  3. Onboarding & go-live

    We prepare your listing, set the presentation standard and agree property information and guest access.

  4. Ongoing management

    We handle guest communication and look after the property between stays, with bookings and statements visible in your Owner Portal.

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Management fees

Clear rates. The same complete service.

Management in MediaCity, Manchester follows our published rates. The management service is identical on every plan — only the agreement term and rate change.

Free onboarding for new management clients.

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  1. Rolling agreement

    20%

    of booking revenue

    Maximum flexibility, with no minimum agreement term.

  2. 6-month agreement

    18%

    of booking revenue

    A lower rate in return for a six-month agreement.

  3. 12-month agreement

    15%

    of booking revenue

    Our lowest management rate for a twelve-month agreement.

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“I've been working with Hostahome to manage my property and it's been a great experience. They're professional, proactive, and keep me fully updated without me having to chase anything.”
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FAQ

Common questions about Airbnb management in MediaCity.

Is MediaCity a good area for short-lets?

It can be, for the right property. The BBC, ITV, the Lowry and the waterfront make midweek media and business stays and weekend visits both plausible, though the block's own rules decide what is possible. Whether it suits your specific property depends on the layout, building rules and running costs, which the review covers.

Do I need planning permission to short-let at MediaCity?

MediaCity and Salford Quays sit within Salford City Council, not Manchester City Council, so the planning position is set locally and can change. There is no Greater London style 90-night cap, but the Quays apartment blocks commonly set their own short-let, parking and access rules through the lease or management company. We will confirm the current Salford City Council and building position for your address first. This is general information, not legal advice.

Who does short-let at MediaCity suit?

Owners of modern Quays and MediaCity apartments who want a hands-off, well-run operation rather than managing guests, cleaning and pricing themselves.

Will my MediaCity flat do better at weekends or midweek?

Often both. Production, freelance and corporate stays fill midweek, while the Lowry, events and the waterfront add weekend leisure. We price and position for that mix.

What does management cost in MediaCity, and is there a minimum term?

Management is 20% of booking revenue on a rolling agreement with no minimum term, 18% on a six-month agreement, or 15% on a twelve-month agreement. The service is the same on each option. Property-specific running costs are set out during the property review before anything is agreed.

How much oversight do I keep?

You keep the Owner Portal for bookings, the property calendar and statements. You can request dates for your own use, with existing bookings taken into account. We run the day to day, and significant maintenance work is brought to you for approval before it goes ahead.

How do I get started?

Request a property review. Share your postcode and a few details, and we will give you an honest view of whether short-let fits your MediaCity property and how we would run it, with no obligation.

Read next

Useful guides for MediaCity owners.

All guides →
Fresh bed linen being prepared in a bedroom before a stay.

Getting started6 min read

Preparing your property for its first short-let guests

A room-by-room readiness checklist, plus the permissions and safety questions to settle before the first booking.

A monthly calendar open on a desk beside a notebook.

Running your property5 min read

How short-let pricing works across the year

The inputs that move a nightly rate, why occupied nights are not the only measure, and how to handle a quiet week.

A property owner reviewing short-let management fees and included services.

Costs & decisions6 min read

How much does Airbnb management cost in the UK?

How the percentage model works, why the base the percentage applies to matters as much as the rate, and what sits outside the management fee.

MediaCity, Manchester

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