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AC Hotel Birmingham NEC and Airport

Property class: 3.5

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A modern living room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a bookshelf, and a small table with decorative items.
A multi-level interior with curved balconies and large windows.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a TV, and a chair.
A modern hotel with a prominent AC Hotels Marriott sign, large windows, and a brick facade.
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a large window providing natural light.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$175
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept

Explore the area

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Bickenhill Lane, N E C House, Birmingham, England, B40 1PQ
  • Place, National Exhibition Centre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, bp pulse LIVE
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Resorts World Birmingham
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Birmingham (BHX)
    ‪7 min walk‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a chair, and a nightstand with lamps.

Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a TV, and a chair.

Room, 1 Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a flat-screen TV, a round table, and a chair.

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a telephone, a wall-mounted light, and a window with curtains.

Executive Room, 2 Single Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a flat-screen TV, a bench, and a sofa.

Room, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, a bedside table, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

Room, 2 Single Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV mounted on the wall, and a mirror.

Room, 2 Single Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Birmingham

At AC Hotel Birmingham NEC and Airport you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of National Exhibition Centre and Pendigo Lake. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, AC Lounge®, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a gym. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Within a 20-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Marston Green hotel, attractions include Utilita Arena Birmingham and Bullring & Grand Central.

What's nearby

  • National Exhibition Centre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Pendigo Lake - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • bp pulse LIVE - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Resorts World Birmingham - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • The Vox Conference Centre - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Birmingham International Station - 9 min walk
  • Air Rail Link Tram Stop - 9 min walk
  • Birmingham Airport (BHX) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gild Lobby Bar & Lounge - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Genting Hotel - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Zizzi - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Sky Bar & Restaurant - ‬17 min walk

About this property

AC Hotel Birmingham NEC and Airport

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. There are 5 meeting rooms available. A fitness centre, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at AC Hotel Birmingham NEC and Airport. Parking is available for a fee. A complete renovation of AC Hotel Birmingham NEC and Airport was completed in May 2026.

This 3.5-star Birmingham hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 169 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 2009
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
AC Hotel Birmingham NEC and Airport offers 169 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Digital televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 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

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site (GBP 16 per night)
  • Extended parking on site (GBP 16 per night)
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 17.50 for adults and GBP 8.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • AC Lounge®

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 5 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 8 accessible parking spaces
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (79 centimetre wide door)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Vibrating pillow alarm
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2009
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Renovated entire property - May 2026
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 46-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 40
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 40
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 35 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 17.50 for adults and from GBP 8.95 for children
  • Self-parking fee: GBP 16 per night
  • Extended parking fee: GBP 16 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 35 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 40 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 40 (subject to availability)

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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, Discover and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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NEC Encore
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Ramada Encore NEC
Ramada Encore NEC Hotel
Ramada Encore NEC Hotel Birmingham
Ramada NEC Birmingham
Ramada Encore Birmingham Nec Hotel Birmingham
ibis Styles Birmingham Airport NEC Hotel
ibis Styles NEC Hotel
ibis Styles Birmingham NEC and Airport Hotel
ibis Styles NEC
ibis Styles Birmingham NEC and Airport Birmingham
ibis Styles Birmingham NEC and Airport Hotel Birmingham

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at AC Hotel Birmingham NEC and Airport?

AC Hotel Birmingham NEC and Airport offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at AC Hotel Birmingham NEC and Airport?

As of 8 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at AC Hotel Birmingham NEC and Airport on 13 Sept 2026 start from NZ$175, 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 AC Hotel Birmingham NEC and Airport?

Yep, AC Hotel Birmingham NEC and Airport has a self car park for GBP 16 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Additionally there is extended parking for GBP 16 per night.

Is there a spa on site at AC Hotel Birmingham NEC and Airport?

No, there is no spa at this property. Santai Spa is a short 18-minute walk away.

Is AC Hotel Birmingham NEC and Airport family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals, as well as travel cots in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that AC Hotel Birmingham NEC and Airport is a hit with families.

Does AC Hotel Birmingham NEC and Airport serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet brekkie is served weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at AC Hotel Birmingham NEC and Airport?

No, AC Hotel Birmingham NEC and Airport does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at AC Hotel Birmingham NEC and Airport?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at AC Hotel Birmingham NEC and Airport?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

AC Hotel Birmingham NEC and Airport Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 571 out of 1169 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 352 out of 1169 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 162 out of 1169 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1169 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1169 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect hotel for travel from the airport
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, good value and when renovations are complete I am sure it will be even better
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Really nice family room, staff v helpful. Good gym and breakfast was great.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay here on a busy weekend with lots of guests because of an event at the NEC! Staff were incredibly helpful and welcoming, our room was wonderful and we were very thankful for the AC! Great location for walking to the NEC, and very quiet away from the main thoroughfare
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hemash

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room friendly staff good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay close to the airport
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Lovely clean room
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient for the airport and NEC
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Chris

Liked: Staff & service
Rome is small and basic but very clean with a comfy bed, good for 1-2 nights stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good service from Tracey
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great would definitely stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is getting a refurbishment to a high standard. Friendly staff who go up and above for you. Room very modern and beds so comfortable had a good nights sleep. Definitely recommend as close to train and airport only few minutes walk away. Definitely will be back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Caron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely room, fab staff. Be warned they dont take cash in restaurant. Unfortunately still under refurbishment, but good enough for our return stay from holiday. Will defo go back
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff make you feel so welcome and the rooms are very clean and tidy .this is the 4 year I have stayed there .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A quick stay overnight. Very clean and good size rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal location for visiting NEC
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were newly refurbished - good location, friendly staff, would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Refurbishment in progress but staff doing their best
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Ideal location. Comfortable but minimal. Being in-transit it provide just what I needed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely hotel but difficult to find and walk to after ones flight lands at 1am. Would put me off staying again
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean hotel conveniently located for the NEC and train station. Large firm bed. Comfy pillows. Air conditioning was great. Ironing board in room. Generally peaceful stay- only downside was some doors weren't soft closing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Vicki

Bathroom could have been cleaner.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well worth the money. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice rooms! Staff available at all hours and very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location was great for the airport and train. Staff were friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026