The Great Barr Hotel

3.0 star property
Suburban hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and 24-hour front desk

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds
Reception
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Serves lunch and dinner

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Room service
The current price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
22 June - 23 June

Explore the area

Map
Pear Tree Drive, Newton Road, Birmingham, England, B43 6HS
  • Broad Street
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Utilita Arena Birmingham
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Bullring & Grand Central
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Birmingham (BHX)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Single Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Deep-soaking bath
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Renovated in 2014
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Family Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Deep-soaking bath
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Deep-soaking bath
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Deep-soaking bath
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Deep-soaking bath
Hairdryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Deep-soaking bath
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 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

  • Broad Street - 10 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Utilita Arena Birmingham - 10 min drive - 9.5 km
  • The Mailbox - 11 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Bullring & Grand Central - 12 min drive - 10.5 km
  • University of Birmingham - 13 min drive - 13.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Special Spices - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Crown and Anchor - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Hamstead - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Curry N Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Malt Shovel - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Great Barr Hotel

Suburban hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and 24-hour front desk
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 combined bath/shower unit with a deep soaking bath. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Portuguese

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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
  • 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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • 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

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service

More

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

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

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

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
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.

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
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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 15 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Great Barr Hotel on 22 June 2025 start from AU$147.27, 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.

What makes The Great Barr Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar and 24-hour room service, as well as deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Great Barr Hotel.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at The Great Barr Hotel?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

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.

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. 146 out of 463 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 165 out of 463 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 463 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 463 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 463 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Overnight accommodation for business trip.

One night stay, good night sleep in comfy bed, room is a good size, clean and tidy but a bit dated. Staff are polite and welcoming, restaurant serves good food and cold beer. I would stay at this hotel again if working on the area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karnjit

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean easy parking The bathroom was a bit small
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leo

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

Great stay

The stay was lovely, I enjoyed it. Very friendly and helpful staff. The breakfast was great. I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lewis Francis

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

6/10 Okay

Lucy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Pardeep

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Okay for short business trips.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Mike

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Same suite as before. The gym was a converted room with some dumbells, a rowing machine and an old treadmill but it got the job done. Good night's sleep. Fantastic shower more akin to a water massage and a good breakfast to start the day.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Brendalyn Joan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola

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

Nice friendly hotel

Stayed for 1 night to attend a conference. Room was very large and warm with proper radiators so it was easy to control the temperature. Breakfast was fine not like a large chain hotel breakfast but good enough
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Melissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was a pleasant stay, the room was clean, staff were friendly, good check out time.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good size room with a nice comfortable bed. The breakfast was spot on.....just right after a night out.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Safwan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

ManjeetNijjer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Barry

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Mike

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely lobby area. Nice suite room though the "king" bed was two singles pushed together which left a delve in the middle. Shower was not great. Breakfast was pretty good and parking was ample
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Annina

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yasir

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect. I had the exam next day so I was worried before booking but it's a very quiet hotel with friendly staff. No complaints, will love to stay again if I come to Birmingham.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Niyi

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Cool
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Damon

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was ok from the time i drive in the car park staff was nice especially the lady on the front desk she well managed us.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazingly large room though had to report a small leak in the toilet. Friendly staff. Great dinner and nice breakfast though a little lukewarm by the time we ate at 9.10 (we weren't in a rush).
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only reviewing a single room, which were on the second floor in the corner of the property. Reasonable for the price. Noisy bathroom extractors were clearly left on by someone in the room next so needed ear plugs to sleep and you could still hear it then. Nice check in area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Sean

4 hours sleep in 2nights, so not ideal

Do not be put in 320, its next to the laundry room which houses the boiler or something similar, every few minutes it kicks in and a noisy fan starts rumbling away. First nights sleep was not so bad, but I had several alcoholic drinks, but last night I didnt sleep at all ir my wife, literally laying in bed counting down for it to start again. Rooms are old, one window wouldn't open as the mechanism was broken, lighting was not great as one tub light gone, felt small, dark and dingy, felt even worse as I only managed 4 hours sleep in 2 nights, so if sleeping is your preference I would avoid. Room definitely needs an upgrade. Breakfast isn't that great either to be honest I was hoping that would be the saving grace but sadly not
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely staff. Some of the rooms could do with a little attention (beside lights and curtain repair) but overall a lovely friendly hotel. Would stay again and would recommend to others.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024