The Limes Country Lodge Hotel & Admiral Restaurant

Hotels
8 (1432 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 1432 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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Laura • couple • gb
9
Nice location with comfortable rooms
Pros:

Nice size room in a quiet location.

Cons:

Lack of heating in the room.

2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Mike • couple • gb
8
2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
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Nigel • solo_traveller • gb
6
Wedding Venue hotel , not one i will be frequenting on my next planned business trip to the area .
Pros:

No option of Dinner on the Sunday I was not informed of this on the Booking . Breakfast times had changed to one our later . when this was mentioned no offer of local alternative options was given , I.e. local Steak house down the road .

Cons:

When checking in i was not directed to the location to find the room i wandered around until i worked out that i needed to go outside to find alterative building to access accommodation ..& what was with the piped music in the Car park ?

2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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Igor • family_with_children • ie
10
2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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Rowena • couple • be
9
Pros:

Just 👍

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Heather • couple • gb
10
2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Kay • solo_traveller • gb
10
Perfect would definitely recommend.
Pros:

The room was very quiet and comfortable and the décor lovely. I also liked the extra security of the chain lock on the door.

2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Asad • couple • gb
7
2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Asad • couple • gb
6
2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Steve • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Beautiful setting

2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Adrienn • couple • gb
9
2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • family_with_children • gb
5
Cons:

Dinner wasn’t available when we arrived as food stopped at 8:30 which is a little bit early
No breakfast available in the morning before we left at 7:30 hotel was locked.
Very noisy could hear every time someone turned a tap on the walls were almost rattling

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Rutger • solo_traveller • nl
6
redelijk
Pros:

vriendelijk personeel bij ontbijt

Cons:

kamer

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Leearna • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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nathalie • couple • be
9
Tres bon rapport qualité /prix et situation
Pros:

Situation à côté du NEC

Cons:

Une lampe extérieur qui s’allume et s’éteint la nuit

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Rounsley • couple • gb
6
2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Jason • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Iain • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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graham • solo_traveller • gb
8
Nice and quiet
Pros:

Good staff nice room

Cons:

Had a problem eating there.
First night they forgot to tell me the kitchen was closing early due to a function.
Second night, the restaurant was closed.
Fortunately, local pub was good.

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Lynn • extended_group • za
7
2026-03-02 • via Nuitee