I stayed in Manchester for two weeks as a visiting academic and found a wonderful host in Bassel. The room is bright and spacious. The whole apartment was clean. I shared the house with five other persons (one couple and three guys) and all were very decent and quiet. The apartment is located close to the 'curry mile' which means that you can get cheap and good food easily :) and it is about 10-15 minutes to the University. It is perfect if you travel for work and want to have a nice, quiet time. I will definitely come again!