Birmingham Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Birmingham

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Birmingham City Centre

4/5(2,149 area reviews)

Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Birmingham City Centre. Check out top attractions like Birmingham Cathedral and Victoria Square, and jump on the metro at Grand Central Tram Stop or Corporation Street Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Birmingham City Centre
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Edgbaston

3.5/5(332 area reviews)

Take time in Edgbaston to visit attractions like Hagley Road and Birmingham Botanical Gardens. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Edgbaston Village Station to see more of the city.

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Coventry City Centre

3.5/5(40 area reviews)

Coventry City Centre is noteworthy for its museums, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Coventry Cathedral and Coventry Transport Museum.

Coventry City Centre
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Marston Green

Well liked for its restaurants and museums, Marston Green is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like The Bear Grylls Adventure and Resorts World Arena, and jump on the metro at Air Rail Link Tram Stop to get around the city.

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Aston

While Aston may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Villa Park and Aston Hall.

Aston
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Westside

4/5(64 area reviews)

Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Westside. Check out top attractions like Broad Street and National SEA LIFE Centre, and jump on the metro at Five Ways Tram Stop or Brindley Place Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Westside
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
4 out of 5
Central Square, Holliday Street, Birmingham, England
Fully refundable
The price is 2.336.567 ₫ per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
2.336.567 ₫
3.037.537 ₫ total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Really friendly staff and experience."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025

Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Forest of Arden Hotel & Country Club
Forest of Arden Hotel & Country Club
4 out of 5
Maxstoke Lane, Meriden, Birmingham, Solihull, England
The price is 2.027.556 ₫ per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
2.027.556 ₫
2.433.067 ₫ total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Solihull. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Only comments are how hot our room was and breakfast waiting staff appear to have little serving training. There was a small fan in the room but could do with something more cooling or larger fan. Great facilities and although we didn't eat lunch/dinner, the food looked amazing. Waiting staff lent ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025

Forest of Arden Hotel & Country Club
Aparthotel Birmingham
Aparthotel Birmingham
4 out of 5
Saint Chads Queensway, Birmingham, England
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (467 reviews)
Recomended, spacious room with living area.
"Great alternative to traditional hotel. Extra space, kitchenette, sofa and sitting area made for a much more comfortable stay. Shop downstairs is very useful without having tonleave the building l. Breakfast however is just ok, ready made hot baps, pastries - for the price you may find local options ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025

Aparthotel Birmingham
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Staycity Aparthotels , Birmingham, City Centre
Staycity Aparthotels , Birmingham, City Centre
3.5 out of 5
88 Charlotte Street, Birmingham, England
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,059 reviews)
"Great stay for concert in Utilita Arena. Would recommend."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

Staycity Aparthotels , Birmingham, City Centre
Aparthotel Adagio Birmingham City Centre
Aparthotel Adagio Birmingham City Centre
4 out of 5
131 Digbeth, Birmingham, England
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,217 reviews)
Great Place to stay
"Great place to stay while visiting Birmingham. Location is within walking distance to the train station. plenty of food choices nearby. Room was super quiet and comfortable. bed was perfect"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Aparthotel Adagio Birmingham City Centre
PREMIER SUITES Birmingham
PREMIER SUITES Birmingham
4 out of 5
Dean House 38 Upper Dean Street, Birmingham, England
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, cable/satellite TV service and in-room washers/dryers. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (334 reviews)
Great Hone from Home
"Central location for anywhere in centre. 10 min walk from New Street Station"

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

PREMIER SUITES Birmingham
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 29%
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Friendly people and the best city in the UK

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

I applaud the cleanliness of the area I visited

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Loads of developments and upgrading of buildings and road infrastructure etc. Road diversion routes confusing but will eventually result in the city center being a pleasant place to visit

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

We were in Birmingham for a gig just out of town but had a wander around the centre and were very impressed.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

love it

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Great city

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