Expert Airbnb, short let and holiday let management across Manchester and Greater Manchester. From the Northern Quarter to Didsbury, Houst manages your listings, pricing, guests and operations handling everything from listing to checkout so your property earns its full potential. Get a free estimate today.

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The commission is based on the property type and location
Manchester is the UK’s second city and one of its strongest short-let markets, drawing a year-round mix of business travellers, domestic city-breakers and international tourists. The Northern Quarter’s arts and music scene, the BBC and ITV presence at MediaCityUK in Salford and regular events at Old Trafford and the Etihad Stadium generate consistent demand across all seasons. August is the peak month for tourism and cultural events, including the biennial Manchester International Festival. November and December bring one of the UK’s biggest seasonal demand spikes, driven by the Manchester Christmas Markets in the city centre and surrounding neighbourhoods.
We publish your property across all major booking platforms, including Airbnb, Booking.com and VRBO, with fully synced calendars and channel-specific rate optimisation. Our pricing engine adjusts your rates daily against live local demand, competitor movements and event calendars, maximising ADR during peak periods and managing minimum stays through shoulder months to keep occupancy healthy. From day one, your listing is live and optimised across all channels, with professional photography and listing copy already in place.
A well-run two-bedroom in Manchester averages £195 per night at 70% occupancy, generating around £49,925 in annual gross revenue. August is the strongest month, driven by peak tourism and cultural events including the biennial Manchester International Festival. November and December bring one of the UK’s biggest seasonal demand spikes, with the Manchester Christmas Markets consistently lifting ADR and occupancy across the City Centre and surrounding neighbourhoods.
Demand is sustained year-round beyond the peak windows. MediaCityUK generates consistent midweek corporate occupancy from the BBC, ITV and dock10 production calendar. The large student population around Fallowfield and the universities creates reliable term-time demand from visiting families and academic guests. Spring and autumn city-break weekends maintain steady occupancy across the Northern Quarter, Ancoats and Didsbury through the shoulder period.



The team is professional, responsive, and truly understands what it takes to manage short-term rentals effectively.


I’ve been incredibly lucky with Alex Taylor: professional, friendly, and always helpful. He’s handled everything brilliantly - I’d give him 6 stars if I could.


For the past year, my Houst contact has been incredibly helpful - coordinating repairs, upgrades, and even being on-site when needed. Super reliable and accommodating.


The staff is available 24/7. Messages sent are replied to very quickly. The information about the properties is detailed and clear. Everything goes very smoothly.


The house is well maintained and clean, the dashboard provides up to date and historical information & the guests are taken care of.


I have had a brilliant experience renting my property through Houst. Everyone has been very hands on and contactable which has really put me at ease.
Get a free estimate, book a 15-minute call, then go live. We handle listings, photos, pricing and guest support.
Houst charges 14% of revenue for full-time Airbnb management, short let management and serviced accommodation management in Manchester, or 20% for a part-time option if you want to block out time for personal use. There are no setup fees, no long-term contracts and no charges until your property earns. Commission covers multi-platform listing and optimisation, professional photography, 24/7 guest communication, cleaning coordination and compliance support.
In Manchester, our pricing engine adjusts rates daily against live demand data, local event calendars and competitor movements. During the Christmas Markets and summer festival season, we push ADR to capture peak rates. During quieter shoulder periods, we use smart minimum stays and dynamic pricing to keep occupancy and revenue moving.
Whether you need full Airbnb management, holiday let management or short let management in Manchester, our team covers the complete operational cycle from first booking to guest checkout.
Before you list, check the local rules. In Manchester, compliance typically involves planning/permissions, fire & building safety, lease/freeholder consent, and tax reporting. See the full rules guide for details.
See the full guide for permits, caps and local nuances → Manchester short-term rental regulation.
Our Manchester team manages short let, holiday let and serviced accommodation properties across the city and its surrounding suburbs, including Northern Quarter, Ancoats, Deansgate, Didsbury, Salford Quays, Chorlton, MediaCityUK, City Centre, Fallowfield and Stockport. Whether you are looking for Airbnb management in Manchester city centre or further out in Didsbury or Chorlton, we tailor pricing strategy, minimum stay rules and listing copy to each neighbourhood’s demand profile.
We handle listing creation and optimisation, dynamic pricing, 24/7 guest communication, cleaning coordination and ongoing maintenance across every property we manage.
We also manage properties in Edinburgh, London and Liverpool across the UK.
See all UK cities: Airbnb management in the United Kingdom.

Whether you manage a city centre apartment near Deansgate, a terrace in Chorlton, or a flat in the Northern Quarter, Houst adapts pricing and marketing to your property type and location. Our Manchester team understands local demand patterns and manages your property to perform in every season.

Daniel, the founder of Manchester's top-rated Airbnb management company, Airhost4u, has leveraged 8+ years of experience overseeing thousands of stays. Now, he's joined forces with Houst to offer an even more personalised and stress-free hosting experience. His wealth of expertise ensures consistent 5-star service for guests while relieving landlords and property owners of hosting burdens.
Daniel's venture into alternative accommodations began when he grew weary of mundane hotel stays during his frequent travels. Seeking a more immersive, personalised exploration, he discovered B&Bs and platforms like Airbnb, fuelling his passion for hospitality.
Manchester has no London-style 90-night cap. Planning permission may be needed if use changes to guest accommodation. Requirements can vary by area and council. We guide basics and signpost Manchester City Council info.
Our commission is 14% for full-time and 20% for part-time management (of gross booking revenue). Pricing covers listing setup, dynamic pricing, guest comms, cleaning coordination and performance reporting.
With keys, photos and safety basics ready, we can go live within a week. Timelines may extend if building rules or any planning checks apply. We handle setup and pricing so bookings can start quickly.
Provide keys, Wi-Fi and safety basics (alarms, gas/electrical checks), plus guest essentials. We arrange pro photos, create your listing, set pricing and manage bookings, guest comms and cleans.
See what you could earn in Manchester. Our dynamic pricing and multi-platform marketing typically boost revenue versus DIY hosting.




We are the world's largest Airbnb management company specialising in short-term lets. We were founded in 2015 and are now present in 29 cities around the world, from Bristol to Brisbane. Whether you’re a seasoned host or just starting out, with Houst you can make the most of every guest stay.