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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
Serves lunch and dinner
Reception
Reception
Terrace/patio

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

Highlights

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

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

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

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Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Single Room

Superior Single Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

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

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 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
  • O2 Academy Birmingham - 12 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Bullring & Grand Central - 12 min drive - 10.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Malt Shovel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Scott Arms - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Special Spices - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Stantons - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Curry N Grill House Group - ‬4 min drive

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.

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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

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

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
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 15 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Great Barr Hotel on 19 Oct 2025 start from NZ$160.24, 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. 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. 159 out of 493 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 173 out of 493 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 89 out of 493 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 493 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 493 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

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, clean, big room, bed was comfy enough. Staff were friendly and has its own car park. Great for what we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and clean. Had a small issue with our room and were moved quickly. Staff friendly and super helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Sharon

Liked: Staff & service
The property was okay, furniture a bit dated, cleanliness okay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Susanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Quick and friendly check-in. Staff had mad up the sofa- bed for my son, which was really nice. They ordered a taxi for us to go to the venue in town and were very informative when I asked questions. Room was very overpriced and smelled a bit musty. Mould in shower and stains on duvet. The window frames were dirty and the whole hotel is in dire need of renovation.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

MR

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

James

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mr Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

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

Good Hotel

Decent little hotel, very clean, very spacious room. Excellent staff. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

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

DO NOT EVEN THINK ABOUT STAYING HERE!

I started to write a long review and then gave up. Needless to say, we won't be coming back due to a number of reasons. From exceptionally poor management to bra pads lying about in reception, to being asked to leave as they'd allocated us the wrong room, this place is awful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Brahmjit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Stuart

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Dean

Business traveller
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Miss leading pictures of the website
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

kaan burak

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All perfect for price
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cathal

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

ROBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Comfortable Stay.

Hotel is perfectly adequate for a short stay. Clean, comfortable and staff are helpful. Unfortunately mobile reception is poor if you are in a lower level room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tarvinder

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
HEATING NOT WORKING IN ROOMS AND INSECTS IN THE BATHROOM Our family room was freezing due the hotel having a known problem with the heating (not working). We were provided with a portable heater which was not enough to warm up the room. We were promised a second heater by the gentleman on reception but this didn’t come. My wife and son caught a cold from sleeping in a freezing room and have been unwell all week following the stay. Small insects were coming in and out from under the worn seal next to the sink and hand towels in the bathroom. The hotel is dated and in need of repair/ modernisation. Service is terrible- logged a complaint when checking out on Sunday. Heard nothing so we rang the hotel on Thursday and were told by the general manager Jason that he was too busy to discuss and to email him instead. He acknowledged the email saying he was busy all day and would investigate and come back to us asap (Sunday afternoon and still not heard back!)
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

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

Definitely not

Not great. Small but expensive rooms. The food at the restaurant is horrific, especially giving the price. Definitely will not be stopping here again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ahmed

Liked: Cleanliness
No refrigerator inside room and no bottle water
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

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

Quiet & decent nights sleep.

Set within a decent looking neighbourhood & a huge car park, free as long as you enter reg details. Room was really clean & just right for a nights stay. Initially thought no tea/coffee making facilities but found them nestled in a cupboard. Decent pressure for shower. Was a little warm but felt couldn’t leave window open overnight as on ground floor with no retainer. That said a decent nights sleep & would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Miss Senait

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Mr Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Mr Ashley

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Andy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Decent one night stay

One night business stay Staff: Polite and Friendly Room: + Spacious, clean, comfortable bed. - No fan in bathroom - No thermostat room control - No air con - Heating off (mild weather so wasn’t much of a problem - Shower ok, hot but low pressure - Walls paper thin, could hear noisy neighbours talking and had to wear earplugs to sleep well Restaurant: + Good, prompt service + Food ok, main was cooked fresh, starter was reheated - Moved tables as first was dirty Location: + In a quiet leafy housing estate Overall: 3/5 stars would probably stay here again if I was in the area and my first choices were unavailable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025