A good base.
Manor Park is well positioned, in that it is a reasonable walk from the train station and five minutes from the nearest bus stop. You can get to the middle of the city easily from both. There are taxi connections nearby as well. A 20-minute walk takes you to the West End, where you will find the university and museums. If you are driving, you should be able to find a parking space directly outside the hotel. In the immediate area there are pubs and restaurants.