Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star hotel near The Mailbox

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Exterior
Room amenity
A modern interior with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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19 Holiday Street, Birmingham, England, B1 1HH
  • Place, The Mailbox
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Broad Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Symphony Hall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Birmingham (BHX)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(244 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(55 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(95 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(50 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Birmingham

Birmingham City Centre stay.A stay at this Birmingham City Centre hotel places you steps from The Mailbox and within a 5-minute walk of Broad Street. Symphony Hall and Utilita Arena Birmingham are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • The Mailbox - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Broad Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Symphony Hall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bullring & Grand Central - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Utilita Arena Birmingham - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Brindley Place Tram Stop - 7 min walk
  • Birmingham (QQN-New Street Train Station) - 9 min walk
  • Birmingham Airport (BHX) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Malmaison Birmingham - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bar Estilo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Elio Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Aria Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG

3.5-star hotel near The Mailbox
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG also features complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a front-desk safe.

This 3.5-star Birmingham hotel is smoke free.

  • 250 guestrooms or units
  • 18 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG offers 250 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Birmingham hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless 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
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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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
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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Birmingham City Centre Hotel
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Inn Express Birmingham City
Express Birmingham City By Ihg
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG is 17.4 mi (34-min drive) away from the Birmingham Airport (BHX) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG?

As of Oct 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG on Nov 15, 2026 start from $63, 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.

Does Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG does not have a pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG have a restaurant?

Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG is home to Express Cafe and Bar, which features light fare.

Does Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG to downtown Birmingham?

Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG is 0.5 mi away from Birmingham.

Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1476 out of 2306 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 613 out of 2306 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 134 out of 2306 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 2306 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 2306 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Very helpful with all the amenities and wonderful breakfast included.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel is excellent...great quiet rooms...fantastic breakfast and a good location for Birminghams attractions
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, friendly staff, comfortable room and a good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This was one of the better holiday inns around the UK
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A decent stay as expected.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Good place excellent staff
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean and fresh rooms, good breakfast and good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Exceptional value for money at this modern hotel close to Birmingham New Street station
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, great room, great service, great breakfast, all decor seems relatively new and well maintained, overall had a great experience, pleasantly surprised as room was pretty cheap for a city centre hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great breakfast and very clean room I recently stayed at this Holiday Inn Express and was thoroughly impressed by the room cleanliness, the bedroom and bathroom were fresh and everything felt well maintained Breakfast was a great variety of hot and cold options, everything was fresh and the staff was friendly. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good option - close to amenities and international centre
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was great, breakfast was very good, hotel is in a great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff were super friendly and helpful. Lovely hotel in good location for Symphony hall and Rep theatre. Would definitely recommend and would book again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good place, close to the city centre and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good large and clean room, modern decor and lovely breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Check in was amazing, my daughter got her own key card, room bigger than I expected with a good view, quiet too. Stay went great. Breakfast was good too, great choices and friendly staff. Planning next trip here already
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff are very friendly and the location is perfect.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a great stay at the Holiday Inn Express Birmingham. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and well maintained. The staff was friendly and welcoming throughout our stay. The location was perfect—just a short walk to the canal-side walkways, with plenty of great restaurants and dining options nearby. The complimentary breakfast had a nice variety and was a wonderful way to start the day. We’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very good staff, cleanliness and location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is lovely hotel in an excellent central position in Birmingham. It was modern, clean and tidy. Breakfast was excellent. We really enjoyed our visit.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very good hotel, a short distance (10 min) from the station. We'll sorted breakfast and lovely personel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely staff and rooms were immaculate. Great location and breakfast was really good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel's in a great spot, right in the center for Broad Street, the train station, and the Bull Ring. Check-in was quick, and lucky for me, the room was ready early. The staff are friendly, and there's a good breakfast selection
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good and clean and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026