AC Hotel by Marriott Birmingham

Hotels
AC Hotels by Marriott
8.6 (2091 reviews)
160 Wharfside Street, The Mailbox , Birmingham , gb

Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Room service
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Clean rooms
Excellent breakfast
Cons:
Room too cold
Inconsistent cleaning
Old furniture issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.69
Some complaints about cleanliness and maintenance, but generally positive reviews.
Service
9.56
Staff praised for being friendly, helpful, and providing excellent service.
Location
9.2
Multiple reviews highlight the excellent location near bars and restaurants.
Room Quality
7.65
Mixed feedback on room conditions; some rooms too cold, issues with lighting.
Amenities
8.68
Amenities mentioned favorably, but some issues with room features.
Value for Money
8.14
Value perception varies, but some felt it was less than satisfactory.
Food and Beverage
8.69
Breakfast praised, but some guests had varied experiences.
Overall Experience
9.16
Overall experiences were largely positive with a few negative notes.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 02:31

Property Description

Luxurious Stay in Birmingham's Vibrant Center

Modern Amenities: Enjoy free WiFi, a chic restaurant, and Black Sheep Coffee shop within the Mailbox Complex.

Stylish Accommodations: Relax in bright rooms with a work desk, 49-inch Plasma TV, and modern bathrooms with power showers.

Convenient Location: Explore Birmingham with ease - just a short walk from New Street Station, Symphony Hall, and the Barclay Arena.

Book your stay at AC Hotel by Marriott Birmingham for a memorable experience in the heart of the city.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: BHX

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs GBP 21 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 2091 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.69
Service: 9.56
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 7.65
Amenities: 8.68
Value for Money: 8.14
Food and Beverage: 8.69
Overall Experience: 9.16
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Murat family_with_children tr
10
2026-02-14 via Nuitee
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Murat family_with_children tr
10
2026-02-14 via Nuitee
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Lisa couple gb
10
2026-02-14 via Nuitee
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Thornton family_with_children gb
10
2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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Lee couple gb
4
Too much of a budget hotel
Pros:

Staff were great. Bar was good and well priced.

Cons:

Bed was way too hard. And people arriving 4am in the morning shouting and screaming drunk.

2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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Lendor solo_traveller gb
8
2026-02-12 via Nuitee
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* family_with_children gb
10
Great Staff :)
Pros:

The reception staff were so lovely!
The room was big, beds comfy and shower nice and hot.
Nice coffee shop adjoining for snacks

Cons:

The cleaner knocking at 8:30am and waking me up because I didn't put a DND sign on the outside 🫠 And also telling me off for not doing so. So prior warning to anyone else 😅

Breakfast not the best the first night. Had to wait ages for new beans (my fav!) So the food I picked went cold. Second morning much better though. And credit to them, there was a ton of choice.

Lighting in the room not good. Need a larger overhead light. Ambient lighting nice for an evening but when you need to get ready or do your hair was a bit limiting.

2026-02-11 via Nuitee
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Frances family_with_children gb
10
Pros:

Lovely friendly staff who wer all really helpful. A great location within walking distance of all the main attractions in the city centre. A really good breakfast with excellent choice.

Cons:

There was nothing I didn't like.

2026-02-09 via Nuitee
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zena family_with_children gb
9
2026-02-08 via Nuitee
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Kerry solo_traveller gb
9
2026-01-28 via Nuitee
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Cynthia family_with_children gb
10
2026-01-27 via Nuitee
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Alison solo_traveller gb
9
I had a very comfortable stay, everything was good. Perfect location, spotlessly clean, modern.
Pros:

The room was lovely and clean, very spacious with a lovely bathroom. The location was great.

Cons:

Breakfast in general was good, but reduced variety on a Monday morning.

2026-01-27 via Nuitee
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Adams family_with_children gb
10
Pros:

The place was wonderful

Cons:

Could not name one thing

2026-01-27 via Nuitee
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Hassan family_with_children gb
10
2026-01-26 via Nuitee
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Denzil couple gb
10
2026-01-26 via Nuitee
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Ian solo_traveller gb
10
One of the best hotels in Birmingham.
Pros:

Spacious, clean room, lovely breakfast. All the staff I interacted with were courteous and professional. Thoroughly enjoyed my stay.

2026-01-26 via Nuitee
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Diane couple gb
9
Great choice hotel, reasonably priced, clean and comfortable.
Pros:

Really central, friendly staff. Room was large, clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed.

Cons:

No extra bedding and the duvet was quite thin. Just meant we had to leave the heating on for a while.

2026-01-25 via Nuitee
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Claire couple gb
10
2026-01-24 via Nuitee
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CLARE couple gb
9
A nice hotel with comfortable facilities for a short stay. Location was good for access to local restaurants and the Uti
Pros:

Clean and comfortable. Welcoming staff. Tea and coffee facilities available in room. In good location for Utilita Arena.

2026-01-24 via Nuitee
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Fozia family_with_children gb
9
Great value for money and very well-located
Pros:

Proximity to the centre and clean/modern interior

Cons:

Doesn’t have its own parking.

2026-01-23 via Nuitee