Hilton Birmingham Metropole

4.0 star property
Family-friendly Birmingham hotel in Marston Green with 2 restaurants
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Indoor pool
Exterior
2 bars/lounges
Reception
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
The price is AU$173
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025

Explore the area

Map
National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, England, B40 1PP
  • Pendigo Lake
    3 min walk
  • Executive Lounge
    1 min walk
  • Air Rail Link Tram Stop
    5 min drive
  • Birmingham (BHX)
    7 min drive

Room options

Deluxe Penthouse

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 93 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Dinner By The Water Stay)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 66 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Parking)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Twin Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (New Year Gala)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed (Family)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Corner

Highlights

Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Executive Lounge
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Business Lounge Access

Highlights

Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Executive Lounge
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Single Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Birmingham

A family-friendly stay in Birmingham awaits you at Hilton Birmingham Metropole. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find National Exhibition Centre and The Bear Grylls Adventure. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and an indoor swimming pool. .Enjoy the 24-hour gym, Hot tub, sauna and kids' swimming pool. 59998 square feet (5574 square metres) of event facilities include 31 meeting rooms and conference space. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. 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. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class Marston Green hotel include Resorts World Birmingham and Bullring & Grand Central.

What's nearby

  • National Exhibition Centre - 8 min walk
  • Resorts World Arena - 8 min walk
  • The Bear Grylls Adventure - 8 min walk
  • The Vox Conference Centre - 10 min walk
  • Resorts World Birmingham - 10 min walk

Getting around

  • Air Rail Link Tram Stop - 5 min drive
  • Solihull Hampton-in-Arden Station - 6 min drive
  • Birmingham Airport (BHX) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Food & Bar Hall 3 NEC - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪PizzaExpress - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Gild Lobby Bar & Lounge - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hilton Birmingham Metropole

Family-friendly Birmingham hotel in Marston Green with 2 restaurants
Hilton Birmingham Metropole offers its guests a kids' pool, an indoor pool, a 24-hour health club, and Access to hot tub. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Event space at this hotel measures 59998 square feet (5574 square metres) and includes conference space. A sauna, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the family-friendly Hilton Birmingham Metropole. Parking is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Birmingham hotel.

  • 795 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 59998 sq ft of conference space
  • 5574 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1976
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
Hilton Birmingham Metropole offers 795 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. This individually decorated accommodation includes desks. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. This Birmingham hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (GBP 16 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van 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 18 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Children's pool
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Highchair
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 31 meeting rooms
  • 59,998 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 30 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 75 lb per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • 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.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 13 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • 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 18.00 per person
  • Self-parking fee: GBP 16.00 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Barclaycard, debit cards and cash. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Up to 2 children aged 13 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • 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).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hilton Birmingham Metropole?

Hilton Birmingham Metropole offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hilton Birmingham Metropole?

As of 23 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hilton Birmingham Metropole on 5 Jan 2025 start from AU$172.64, 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 Hilton Birmingham Metropole?

Yep, Hilton Birmingham Metropole has a self car park for GBP 16.00 per night.

Is there a spa on site at Hilton Birmingham Metropole?

No, there is no spa at this property. Santai Spa is a short 10-minute walk away.

Does Hilton Birmingham Metropole have a pool?

Hilton Birmingham Metropole has an indoor pool and a kids' pool. The pool is open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

What luxury perks are available at Hilton Birmingham Metropole?

Hilton Birmingham Metropole features a 24-hour health club, an indoor pool and 1 hot tub.

Is Hilton Birmingham Metropole family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and free extra beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Hilton Birmingham Metropole is a hit with families.

Does Hilton Birmingham Metropole serve breakfast?

Yeah, travelers highly rate the buffet brekkie here! Served on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hilton Birmingham Metropole?

No, Hilton Birmingham Metropole does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hilton Birmingham Metropole?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Hilton Birmingham Metropole's onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hilton Birmingham Metropole?

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

Are pets allowed at Hilton Birmingham Metropole?

Furry friends are welcome at Hilton Birmingham Metropole, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets, with a maximum weight of up to 34 kg per pet.

Hilton Birmingham Metropole Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 293 out of 689 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 172 out of 689 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 99 out of 689 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 82 out of 689 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 689 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

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

10/10 Excellent

debra, Northants

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the hotel, had a really nice stay, could do with a fridge in room,
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disappointed that the heating didn’t work in the room. There was a heater provided but the sockets are half way up the wall so it felt as though it was stretched.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Ryan

Business traveller
Most of it was fine but the dining was awful. The restaurant was closed for a private function (unknown/unmentioned at time of booking) so I had room service. I tried to ring down for it but there was no menu and the phone didn't work. There was a QR code stuck on the mirror instead. I paid £48 for a salad, a chicken curry dish and sparkling water. There as a £6 tray charge. However the food arrived in paper boxes, in a carrier bag. No tray, no plate, no service really. The delivery man was brusque. It would be much more in keeping with the hotel to have a proper room service menu, on real paper not a QR code. Please present the food on real crockery.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Jane

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
The Hilton is an average big hotel that thinks it’s something better. I’ve stayed there several times because it’s near the venue of our event. Small touches that are appreciated by travellers and I see at budget hotels let alone ones that charge £450 for one room for two nights excluding breakfast - no drinking water in the room. No biscuits with the (very basic) tea/coffee facilities. I asked for water and was told it ‘wasn’t their policy’ and I could drink from the bathroom tap! Someone did eventually came up with cans of still water. My room was an ‘executive’ room I think but no on mentioned the Exec Lounge with complimentary drinks & snacks to me so I didn’t use it. You have to pay extra to use the pool. The drinks at the bar are very expensive and some of the bar staff seemed untrained, having no idea of the wines or gins on offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

2/10 Terrible

Maxine

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

8/10 Good

David

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

8/10 Good

Anne

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Managed to check in before it got too busy fortunately. An hour later it was ridiculously crazy, no room to move in the reception area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

James

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10min queue at checkin. Very unusual room with open shower viewable from the door. Also no bedside table and you had to get out of bed to turn off the lights. Also noisy from corridor and outside. Over priced for what you get!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Matt

Business traveller
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Jo

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel itself is huge with 8000 rooms but also very old and tired looking. It doesn’t look like a Hilton on arrival. The room was good we had two double beds (small doubles) you could tell the carpet hadn’t been hoovered and the builders hadn’t removed the plastic off the bath panel, every else was just fine. The hotel is noisy as it’s very close to the airport, if you enjoy listening to planes take off and land then you’re all good. Breakfast was brilliant! Lots of choice to eat, bar/coffee bar was nice. Vending machines were all empty! The pool was lovely, changing rooms only has 2 private cubicles, the floors were dirty full of hair and mucky footprints from outdoor shoes and the electronic lockers… everyone had problems with them, they are temperamental, they look aesthetically pleasing but not useable. We also paid an extra £20 to keep the room on till 3pm, but checked out early due to a cleaner stood outside the door saying she wants to clean the room and go home, then proceeded to knock every 15 mins even though I explained I had paid extra and there was a do not disturb sign on the handle outside. The hotel did refund us the extra £20 we paid. But still… have a word! Won’t be rushing back there anytime soon.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Adam

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

8/10 Good

Andrew

Business traveller, Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Huge Hotel - Wonderful Pool
One night business stay. Very comfortable and clean room. No fault there. Hotel is vast so lots going on and as a consequence so wasn’t the best - that’s the only gripe. That being said once realised issues were dealt with positively and promptly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ikechukwu

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Louise

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Checked in here to go to the NEC. We stayed here before and it was very nice - not this time. The corridors were very tired, damaged peeling paint, generally very shabby overall. Our bathroom stank of stale urine so we asked to be moved. Housekeeping was sent to clean the bathroom but I still wanted to be moved as if it had been cleaned so badly initially what else was dirty? We were eventually moved to another room which had been sprayed so heavily with air freshener that it gave me a splitting headache and started to trigger an asthma attack in my husband. Rang again for another room and was told all rooms would smell like that, apparently not, the first one stank of old pee! The woman on the phone was less than helpful, I told her if the air freshener in every room was the case then we couldn’t stay there as their products were making us ill and I demanded a refund, which was agreed. We booked into the Crowne Plaza over the road and had a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very comfortable, spacious room. An elegant interior with a fantastic swimming pool. The breakfast options were the best I've ever seen
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

amanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
We had a great stay, but the only downfall to me was the family room size which was very cramped with 2 beds in there. Could have done with a bit more room. The staff were helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sabrina

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

dennis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location
Good hotel great location, like most of the big chains, food and drinks and car parking expensive but overall a good experience
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daisy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

James

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024