The Bulls Head by Innkeeper's Collection

Hotels
8.1 (1115 reviews)
The Bulls Head, Main Road , Meriden , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Non-smoking throughout
Outdoor furniture
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Physical distancing rules followed
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Great food
Cons:
Poor maintenance
Uncomfortable beds
Noise issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.48
Cleanliness mentioned as an issue due to damp smells and poor maintenance.
Service
8.95
Overall positive sentiment towards staff and service, making the stay enjoyable.
Location
8.49
Location appreciated, particularly for access to NEC.
Room Quality
7.44
Rooms described as dark and hot, with maintenance issues.
Amenities
8.07
Amenities such as the restaurant and bar were noted positively, though some issues were mentioned.
Value for Money
7.93
Value perceived as decent but affected by maintenance issues.
Food and Beverage
8.48
Food generally received good reviews, except for breakfast complaints.
Overall Experience
7.95
Mixed feelings overall; service and food were highlights, but issues like noise and cleanliness detracted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 09:40

Property Description

Charming 17th-Century Coaching Inn in Meriden

Historic Charm and Modern Comforts: Step into a bygone era with real fires and elegant bedrooms adorned in natural tones, offering a cozy and inviting atmosphere.

Culinary Delights: Indulge in fresh seasonal pub food and real ales at the on-site Bulls Head Village Pub & Kitchen, ensuring a delightful dining experience throughout your stay.

Convenient Location: Located just a short drive from Birmingham NEC, Coventry, and Castle Bromwich Hall Gardens Trust, our inn provides easy access to key attractions while offering a peaceful retreat in Meriden.

Experience the perfect blend of history and comfort at Innkeeper's Collection Birmingham (NEC), Meriden. Book now for a memorable stay!

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 1115 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.48
Service: 8.95
Location: 8.49
Room Quality: 7.44
Amenities: 8.07
Value for Money: 7.93
Food and Beverage: 8.48
Overall Experience: 7.95
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537b5bceb80a72796ef30c47a01b19d5 • solo_traveller • gb
6
Pros:

Lovely decor.

Nice rooms. Good location and good value

Cons:

Rooms very noisy.

Depending on room number u can hear the music in the bar untill it closes at 1130 then at 8am when it opens.

Have stayed her a few times. Food used to be very good always impressed.

Last couple of stays food gas been disappointing. Manager gave us a refund on this stay.

2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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f9d864c8d589719ce7fbb9cbaae738b4 • family_with_children • gb
8
Pros:

Lovely traditional pub with fabulous food! The staff were friendly and helpful

2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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bbff5dae7ecd73ff21c01199e4f45d38 • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Very welcoming, great food and room was lovely and comfortable.

Cons:

The lighting was very low so quite tricky to see of an evening.

2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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bf6e858f72e671b30660a3ffd05faa8d • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Lovely place, room facilities great. Food was delicious and the price included breakfast was excellent value.

Cons:

Very firm bed

2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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f1bab4da5c3471aafcf4e64615f36ad5 • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

The food in the restuarant was absolutely top notch. Great evening meal, and great breakfast.

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
7
7dcd3acece8772defd2613ef4f32779c • couple • gb
9
2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
9
9962f742d0c971b9caa3d2426c65bc03 • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Karen • family_with_children • gb
9
Pros:

Lovely location, friendly and helpful staff. Clean spacious room with a comfortable bed

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Juwairiyah • family_with_children • gb
9
Pros:

Good location...near to NEC...nice staff, clean and extremely good showers

Cons:

Lighting can be improved but orherwise not much to change

2026-03-30 • via Nuitee
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Monica • couple • gb
10
Comfortable room and superb food
Pros:

The Bull's Head is perfectly located for a visit to the NEC, it is only 20 mins in total for the bus ride and a short walk. The spacious room was warm from the moment we arrived, nicely decorated and very clean.
The staff couldn't have be more welcoming and friendly, and the dinner was exceptional. Glad we booked, the restaurant was full.

2026-03-30 • via Nuitee
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Caroline • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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Piroska • couple • gb
9
Nicely decorated room, good location, tasty food but the room was cold
Pros:

Room is lovely and clean, staff were very nice

Cons:

Room was cold, bathroom even colder

2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Lydia • couple • gb
9
2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • couple • gb
8
2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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Donna • solo_traveller • gb
8
Great location, layout and room.
Pros:

Room was lovely and staff and food great

2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
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mandy • couple • gb
8
lovely room but the poor quality of food and the price they charge means you have to travel to eat
Pros:

Nice room

Cons:

Price and quality of food. If I stayed again i wouldn't eat or drink in the pub which is a shame because then you have to drive

2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • gb
10
Good value and an excellent location and atmosphere
Pros:

Room well equipped evening meal excellent.

Cons:

All satisfactory so no comments to make

2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
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simon • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
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Cliff • couple • gb
9
2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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TheFoot • family_with_children • gb
5
Pros:

Good location for what we needed. The shower was hot and strong.

Cons:

The rooms may have been considered boutique when first decorated, but now showing signs of wear.

There were water stains on the walls from the shower in the room above.

Our shower leaked, and had tacky upvc plastic stuck over the bottom rows of tiles with stained sealant.

There was no mirror in the bedroom, with very inadequate lighting, so blow drying hair and applying makeup was difficult. Resorted to using a hand mirror in front of the window.

The staff seemed reluctant to serve, had very little interaction skills, although I do have praise for one waiter in the evening, but he was the only one. We began to feel as if they would prefer if the visitors weren't there.

The full English breakfast was poor, overcooked sausage and bacon (one slice of each), although the avocado with poached eggs and chorizo was very good.

Overpriced bar prices.

Would I stay again? No!/

2026-03-22 • via Nuitee