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The Great Barr Hotel

Property class: 3

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An outdoor patio area with wooden tables and chairs, umbrellas, and potted plants.
A bar area with a counter, stools, and a variety of bottles. There are tables and chairs in the background.
A hotel with a modern facade, featuring a prominent sign for "The Great Barr Hotel."
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair.
A conference room with a long table, orange chairs, and a chandelier.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym
The current price is AU$152
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct

Explore the area

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Pear Tree Drive, Newton Road, Birmingham, England, B43 6HS
  • Place, Sandwell Valley Country Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Utilita Arena Birmingham
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Bullring & Grand Central
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Birmingham (BHX)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Single Room

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a dresser, a mirror, and a television.

Standard Single Room

  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, and a door leading to another room.

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room

A hotel room with a double bed, a grey sofa, and a framed picture on the wall.

Family Room

  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a chair, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Superior Single Room

A bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, sink, and a shower curtain.

Superior Single Room

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair.

Deluxe Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, a leather sofa, and a small table with water bottles.

Deluxe Double Room

  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room

Exclusive Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Triple Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, a leather sofa, and a small table with water bottles.

Deluxe Triple Room, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Birmingham

At The Great Barr Hotel, you'll be 9.2 km (5.7 mi) from Utilita Arena Birmingham and 9.4 km (5.8 mi) from National SEA LIFE Centre. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a 24-hour gym. .Oak Bar is open for lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Business amenities include a conference centre and a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Great Barr hotel include Broad Street and O2 Academy Birmingham.

What's nearby

  • Sandwell Valley Country Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Utilita Arena Birmingham - 14 min drive - 9.5 km
  • The Mailbox - 14 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Broad Street - 15 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Bullring & Grand Central - 16 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

  • Hamstead Station - 3 min drive
  • Black Lake Tram Stop - 5 min drive
  • Birmingham Airport (BHX) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Special Spices - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Malt Shovel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Archers - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Beacon (Harvester) - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Crown and Anchor - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Great Barr Hotel

Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. There's an onsite business centre.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour fitness centre, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly The Great Barr Hotel. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Birmingham hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 92 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Deli
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Great Barr Hotel offers 92 accommodations with complimentary newspapers and a hairdryer. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 13.95 for adults and GBP 13.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Oak Bar
  • Palm Court Restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service

More

  • Desk
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 20
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 20

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Friday and Saturday:
  • Restaurant

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 10.0 per day.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 13.95 for adults and from GBP 13.95 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 20 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 10.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Barr Hotel
Great Barr Birmingham
Great Barr Hotel
Great Barr Hotel Birmingham
Hotel Great Barr
The Great Barr Hotel Hotel
The Great Barr Hotel Birmingham
The Great Barr Hotel Hotel Birmingham

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Great Barr Hotel?

The Great Barr Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Great Barr Hotel?

As of 14 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Great Barr Hotel on 26 Oct 2026 start from AU$152, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Great Barr Hotel?

Yep, The Great Barr Hotel has a free self car park.

Does The Great Barr Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet brekkie is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Great Barr Hotel?

No, The Great Barr Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Great Barr Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner. The dining venue is closed on Friday and Saturday.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Great Barr Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11:30 AM.

The Great Barr Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 202 out of 598 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 200 out of 598 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 110 out of 598 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 598 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 598 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always very welcoming. Staff are brilliant
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stay here often. Staff always helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spacious clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was lovely
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always clean and tidy. Staff exceptionally helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stay here as the staff make you feel like an old friend. Nothing is ever too much
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, clean &tidy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
It was good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The bed was comfortable and the hotel staff very pleasant, I would definitely use this hotel again if I’m in the area
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Helpful staff, clean room
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room for the price. Lovely clean hotel. Nice breakfast with good selection
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were very helpful and the room was clean, quiet and warm.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfy room and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice location, room 106 was ok but Bathroom was tired, shower control for warm water was odd (hot water pressure too high?) and tiles moldie. Bar open but no food.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely staff great stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean and staff were lovely. Ample and easy parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good food at the bar, but the Wi-Fi is useless, less than 2mb download speed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean room but very dated.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and tidy friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Plenty of free parking. Good wardrobe space. Quiet room. Only downside: tv didn't work, think it was probably a wifi problem as here was intermittent recdption.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely room upgrade Great customer service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Very comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2022