The Limes Country Lodge Hotel & Admiral Restaurant

Hotels
8 (1416 reviews)
Forshaw Heath Road , Solihull , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
BBQ facilities
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Inconsistent service

Categories

Cleanliness
6.96
Mixed reviews on cleanliness; some rooms noted as clean while others had issues, such as coldness and poor maintenance.
Service
7.93
Staff were described as friendly but also inconsistent; some reviews cited issues with unprofessionalism and poor customer service.
Location
9.47
Location received positive feedback, noted for being quiet and suitable for events.
Room Quality
6.92
Room quality was criticized due to tiredness of some rooms and issues like cheap mattresses.
Amenities
7.45
Amenities were adequate but highlighted issues such as inadequate heating and blocked drains.
Value for Money
8.41
Value for money considered reasonable despite some negative experiences; some guests expressed dissatisfaction.
Food and Beverage
8.46
Generally positive remarks about food; however, inconsistency in availability and service timed poorly.
Overall Experience
8.43
Overall experience varied widely based on individual incidents; some guests loved their stay while others had significant complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 11:11

Property Description

Tranquil Grounds and Elegant Rooms
Escape to the serene 6-acre grounds of The Limes Country Lodge Hotel, just a stone's throw from the M42 motorway. Enjoy the elegance of our rooms, each equipped with free Wi-Fi, private bathrooms, and digital TVs.

Admirals Restaurant and Full English Breakfast
Indulge in traditional British fare at the Admirals Restaurant or savor light lunches during your stay. Don't miss the opportunity to kickstart your day with a hearty full English breakfast available for an additional treat.

Convenient Location and Nearby Attractions
Situated on the outskirts of Birmingham, our hotel offers easy access to the NEC, Birmingham International Airport, and key destinations like Birmingham city centre and Stratford-upon-Avon. Explore the surrounding areas of Bromsgrove, Redditch, and Henley in Arden within a short drive.

Experience comfort, convenience, and culinary delights at The Limes Country Lodge Hotel. Book your stay now for a memorable getaway.

Important information:

The Limes is a completely nonsmoking establishment.

Breakfast is available weekdays between 07:00 and 09:00 and weekends between 08:00 and 09:30.

Car/Transport essential due to rural location.

Please note that the property will pre-authorize the credit card used for booking for a total of the first night. This is to validate the card and the amount will be charged should there be a no-show.

Please note, for block bookings of 6 rooms or more, our group terms and conditions will apply.

Please note that due to the nature of our business, if there is an event taking place at the hotel, there will be an element of noise until the event finishes, which will be around midnight. If this is of concern to you, we would advise that you call the hotel direct, to check if there is an event on during your required dates.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.
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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: BHX

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 17 years old stay for £20 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 1416 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.96
Service: 7.93
Location: 9.47
Room Quality: 6.92
Amenities: 7.45
Value for Money: 8.41
Food and Beverage: 8.46
Overall Experience: 8.43
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Albert • couple • gb
10
The limes hotel.
Pros:

Nice comfortable stay for one night.

Cons:

The weather.

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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simon • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • gb
10
Great location and value for money
Pros:

Lovely hotel, really nice rooms and very friendly staff

Cons:

It was raining ;-)

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Jonathan • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

The staff

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Danny • couple • gb
9
Great value for money
Pros:

Rooms were really nice, clean, modern, well equipped.

Cons:

N/A. Was only there for say 18 hours, most was spent either out or asleep

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Tracey • solo_traveller • gb
6
Pros:

Good location. Nice room. Nice bar & restaurant.

Cons:

Had a ground floor room & unfortunatelyroom above had very squeaky floor boards.

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Colin • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Jennie • couple • gb
6
It did the job. I was spending Christmas with relatives nearby. I didn’t really meet anyone who worked there other than
Pros:

It was a clean, comfortable room and had a decent shower. There was quite harsh lighting which might not bother others. I have sensory sensitivity so I took out the main bulb and just had the vanity on instead of the bedside lamps.

Cons:

It didn’t feel that secure. No code or key to get in so the outside door was open all day and night with no manned reception after hours. No safe meant I took all valuables when I went out. The fire alarm also tripped twice during the visit - the second time in the night.

2026-01-23 • via Nuitee
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Megan • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-01-22 • via Nuitee
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Andrews • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
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McLaughlan • couple • gb
9
Having stayed here - this being my third occasion, I would book this hotel again without reservation
Pros:

Room: This was clean and bedding was comfortable and a good range of channels available on the TV. While WiFi was available I had no cause to use it.
Breakfast: A good range of food and cereals available and good quality.
Dinner: Due to a late arrival we did not dine. However, having done so on previous visits, the food was excellent, and friends that were already staying in the hotel assured me this was still assured me this was stillthe case

Cons:

There was nothing to dislike at the Limes. Ample free parking and easy access to the motorways that were only a few miles away from the hotel.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Christine • solo_traveller • gb
3
Poor
Pros:

Breakfast

Cons:

Fire alarm went off at night and no staff came out to say it was ok to go back in or why it had gone off. Room was noisy and radiator made very loud noises in the night. Had to warm room up when I arrived as windows were open and radiator off even though it was freezing outside. Bar area was cold, had to take my meal to my room to eat. Reality did not match the pictures on the website.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Asad • couple • gb
10
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Matthew • couple • gb
9
Well placed hotel with efficient and welcoming staff.
Pros:

Location excellent and a quiet spot for us to spend the night. Well presented and furnished room, very spacious. Clean and modern furnishings. Breakfast very good and prepared quickly. Staff very friendly and helpful - especially Mandy. Thanks!

Cons:

There were a couple of small maintenance snags that were noticeable but nothing that negatively impacted our stay. Room was clean and well presented very modern but showed some signs of wear.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Jenny • solo_traveller • gb
5
Hot hot hot
Pros:

The gardens were nice and the price was cheap

Cons:

It was an unusually hot day and the bedrooms were like a furnace. There was no AC or even a fan and the windows were tiny and only opened a crack. Even in moderately warm temperatures the rooms would feel stuffy. Didn’t sleep a wink. Very slow food service and average menu.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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scott • couple • gb
7
Perfect for a one nighter.
Pros:

I was not informed that the Hotel did not serve an evening meal on Sundays. However, our room (a little small) was warm, clean and comfortable, although only one seat was provided for two people. We ordered an Uber meal which arrived very quickly (Thai) and was very good. We were able to order draught beer at the bar. Very helpful and friendly lady staff member (Kelly). Bed was comfortable and bathroom spotless with a strong shower and white bath towels, soap from dispensers. Breakfast was serve yourself although I only wanted coffee, cereal and toast( charged). Full cooked breakfast could be made to order (at a charge). Pleasant grounds. We liked the place.
Uber was very useful, taxi from Earlswood station and our meal.

Cons:

No information about lack of Sunday dinner. One seat in bedroom. Room doors which banged shut.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Emily • solo_traveller • gb
8
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darren • solo_traveller • gb
3
Not what id expect from a country lodge
Pros:

Location to work was good

Cons:

Food was not every nice
Breakfast was dripping in fat
Music playing in courtyard passed 10.30
Lights under window going on and off every 5 min from 8-10 pm
Carpet in room 12 needs replacing rippled up and coming away from wall
Burn mark in carpet
To order room service you have to go to the bar which is right next to the dinning room so pointless

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Beverley • couple • gb
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee