Manchester Storm

Manchester has always been a city that takes its sport seriously, and Manchester Storm are bringing even more excitement to the city centre with their return to the AO Arena for the 2026/27 season. Hotel Indigo Manchester – Victoria Station is proud to be the Official Hotel Partner of Manchester Storm for the 2026/27 season. The partnership brings together two Manchester names, with the hotel welcoming visiting teams, officials, club guests, commercial partners and travelling supporters throughout the season.

MANCHESTER STORM

Manchester Storm at the AO Arena A partnership rooted in Manchester Plan your Manchester Storm visit

Manchester Storm at the AO Arena

The 2026/27 season marks a major moment for Manchester Storm as the team returns to the AO Arena, their original home, for the first time in 24 years.

The season gets underway in September, with Storm’s first pre-season home game at the AO Arena taking place on 6th September against Sheffield Steelers. With the arena just moments from Hotel Indigo Manchester – Victoria Station, it is an easy destination for fans travelling into the city for a game.

The location makes it simple to build a full Manchester day or evening around a fixture. Explore the Northern Quarter, enjoy dinner and drinks in the city centre, then make your way to the AO Arena for face-off.

EXPLORE PARTNERSHIP

A partnership rooted in Manchester

Manchester Storm is more than a hockey team. It is part of the city’s sporting community, with a passionate fanbase and a growing presence at the heart of Manchester.

As Official Hotel Partner, Hotel Indigo Manchester – Victoria Station is delighted to support the club as it begins this exciting new chapter at the AO Arena. Throughout the season, fans can look out for special offers, competitions and collaborative experiences celebrating the partnership.

After the game, Manchester’s city centre is right on the doorstep. From the restaurants and bars of the Northern Quarter to the entertainment of Printworks, there is plenty to discover just a short walk from the arena.

Plan your Manchester Storm visit

With Manchester Victoria Station and the AO Arena right next door, Hotel Indigo Manchester – Victoria Station offers a convenient base for visiting Storm fans and travelling supporters.

For dinner before the game, Mamucium offers a destination dining experience in the heart of Manchester, with Mediterranean-inspired food, drinks and cocktails. After the final buzzer, the city centre provides plenty of options for continuing the evening.

Manchester Storm. The AO Arena. A city full of things to see, eat and experience.

Make a night of it.