Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre, an IHG Hotel offers a convenient retreat in the heart of Birmingham. Enjoy a free breakfast buffet, unwind with coffee and light fare at the on-site restaurant or connect to WiFi while taking in city views.
Birmingham (QQN-New Street Train Station) - 9 min walk
Birmingham New Street Station - 11 min walk
Birmingham Five Ways Station - 11 min walk
Brindley Place Tram Stop - 7 min walk
Library Tram Stop - 7 min walk
Grand Central Tram Stop - 8 min walk
Restaurants
Black Sheep Coffee - 4 min walk
Malmaison Birmingham - 5 min walk
Everyman Mailbox Cinema - 3 min walk
The Botanist - 3 min walk
Bar Estilo - 3 min walk
About this property
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
You'll be in a fantastic location at Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG, just a 5-minute walk from The Mailbox and Broad Street. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Express Cafe and Bar, which serves breakfast. Also, Symphony Hall and Utilita Arena Birmingham are within just a 10-minute walk. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and overall property condition. Public transportation is just a short walk: Brindley Place Tram Stop is 7 minutes and Library Tram Stop is 7 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
250 rooms
Arranged over 18 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Dining
Express Cafe and Bar - This café serves breakfast and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include The Mailbox (3-min walk) and Broad Street (3-min walk), along with Symphony Hall (5-min walk) and Utilita Arena Birmingham (8-min walk).
Are there restaurants at or near Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Express Cafe and Bar.
What's the area around Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG like?
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG is a short 7-minute walk from Brindley Place Tram Stop and 8 minutes' walk from Utilita Arena Birmingham. Travelers say the local area is very central perfect for shopping.
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Reviews
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4
Cleanliness
8.8
Amenities
9.4
Staff & service
9.2
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was a highlight with a good selection and friendly staff. (298 reviews)
The property's Wi-Fi and phone connection were great and available everywhere. (4 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 12, 2026
Great location and very comfortable stay. The rooms are very clean and the breakfast options are great - would definitely stay there again
Yogita
Yogita, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 18, 2026
Great location and great price
Terence
Terence, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 5, 2026
Hotel great location, great hotel and fantastic staff who were funny, kind and very helpful.
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 23, 2026
Great value and good central location
Tom
Tom, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 4, 2026
Excellent location....close to the train station and Utilita. Spacious clean room, lovely friendly staff. Would stay again!
Nina
Nina, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 24, 2026
very friendly staff, room was lovely and housekeeping was great
Georgia
Georgia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 21, 2026
The hotel was great! Clean, well situated, friendly staff and amazing breakfast. Would certainly recommend!!
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 13, 2026
Good for a base to visit surrounding areas. Rooms are fine, and the breakfast sets you up for the day.
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 1, 2026
Breakfast was good. Staff friendly and helpful.
Tracy
Tracy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 9, 2026
Perfect location. Excellent hotel and breakfast!!
Filippo
Filippo, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 14, 2026
Had a lovely stay here. Staff friendly, rooms spacious and beds comfortable. Breakfast had a great spread, too. I would return to stay here.
Renita
Renita, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 15, 2026
The staff are always lovely (think it's my 3rd stay here). It was lovely and quiet on my floor as well, and the bed was very comfy.
Helen
Helen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 6, 2026
Great Location, right next to the canal. Plenty of bars and restaurants on the doorstep. All the staff were really helpful. Internet very good, hotel clean and tidy. Breakfast was also very good with plenty of options. All in all a great stay and will use again for our next stay in birmingham.
peter
peter, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 24, 2025
Great location , clean and very good breakfast
Callie
Callie, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 28, 2026
Room very clean with all features we needed. Staff very friendly and helpful.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 5, 2026
Excellent and efficient check-in. Lovely, clean room and a decent size. Bed linen/towels good quality and beautifully white! Breakfast delivery very efficient and good quality with generous choices.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 2, 2026
Close to the centre, decent location and parking for 11 quid.
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 2, 2026
Room was really clean Road was nice a quiet so got a really good night sleep, breakfast wasn’t so great not much options for vegetarians or people that don’t eat pork
Celina
Celina, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2026
Great location, loved that breakfast was included in the price, comfortable.
Tracey
Tracey, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 14, 2026
Room was lovely - very clean. Comfortable bed and good shower.
Staff were lovely and breakfast very good.
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 17, 2026
Clean room, friendly and professional staff and excellent breakfast
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 12, 2026
The rooms were spotless, the staff courteous and very helpful. It was overall was an excellent experience. I'll definitely stay here again.
Chinemeze
Chinemeze, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 12, 2026
Very clean, great location for broad street and quiet
Grahame
Grahame, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 11, 2026
~The room was spotless, in a great location, few minutes walk from train station and close to great pubs, museums etc. Staff very friendly and helpful, strongly recommend staying in this hotel if you are visiting Birmingham
Paula
Paula, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 17, 2026
Decent sized room for 4 people.
Lovely staff at the front desk on the day team and breakfast area.