The Great Barr Hotel

Hotels
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Independent
7.6 (125 reviews)
Pear Tree Drive, Newton Road, Birmingham, England, B43 6HS , Birmingham , GB
44-121-3571141

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Pets allowed

Facilities

Front entrance ramp
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Conference space
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Safe-deposit box at front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good breakfast
Convenient location
Cons:
Dated room aesthetics
Issues with noise

Categories

Cleanliness
6.7
Cleanliness was mentioned as okay, but the hotel's need for uplifting suggests some improvements are required.
Service
8.2
Staff were described as welcoming, friendly, and attentive during the stay.
Location
7.7
Conveniently located away from traffic with ample parking available.
Room Quality
7.3
Rooms are slightly dated but clean and spacious with some reports of noise.
Amenities
7.7
Basic amenities available and good value for money overall.
Value for Money
7.7
Good value reported for a comfortable stay.
Food and Beverage
8.2
Breakfast was specifically highlighted as very good.
Overall Experience
7.3
Overall experiences were generally positive despite some criticisms.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 23:24

Property Description

Discover the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at The Great Barr Hotel, your ideal escape in vibrant Birmingham.

Recreation Opportunities
Stay active with our 24-hour fitness center or unwind on our beautifully landscaped terrace and garden, offering a serene environment to relax and soak in the views.

Dining Delights
Savor delicious meals at our Oak Bar, where we serve lunch and dinner, or enjoy a casual bite at our coffee shop/cafe. Experience the ease of 24-hour room service and buffet breakfasts available daily.

Comfort & Connectivity
Our 92 uniquely decorated guestrooms feature complimentary Wi-Fi, deep soaking bathtubs, and daily housekeeping, ensuring a comfortable stay. Plus, enjoy free self-parking and a business center for all your needs.

Experience the hospitality that awaits you at The Great Barr Hotel—book your stay today!

Important information:

  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:30 AM
Airport code: BHX

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • Pets

    Pets allowed

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Location

Guest Reviews

7.6
Based on 125 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.7
Service: 8.2
Location: 7.7
Room Quality: 7.3
Amenities: 7.7
Value for Money: 7.7
Food and Beverage: 8.2
Overall Experience: 7.3
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Martin • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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carl • couple • gb
8
2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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carl • couple • gb
8
2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Bipan • family_with_children • gb
4
Pros:

The carpets were threadbare. Tv did not work. The decor was from the early 8o's. ensuite was dated and so was the furniture in the room.

Cons:

Please see above

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • gb
8
2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Evette • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Comfy bed large room

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • gb
8
Excellent
Pros:

We were assured that parking was free. Since returning home we have received a parking fine. We were not informed that it was necessary to log in via the pay machine.
Otherwise the hotel and facilities were excellent.

Cons:

Information concerning parking charges.or lack of.

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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krzysztof • solo_traveller • gb
6
2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • solo_traveller • fr
8
Pros:

Calme
Salon agréable

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Agrazing Maze • solo_traveller • gb
9
The gr8 Barr weekend
Pros:

The location, reception, room, and staff were brilliant 👏 We really enjoyed our stay, and not to mention, the breakfast was exceptional. I highly recommend the great Barr and will stay again.

Cons:

The ironing board and iron were not kept in our room.

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Monika • solo_traveller • gb
3
2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Ellie • couple • gb
5
Would not stay again
Pros:

Lovely outside bar area

Cons:

Bedrooms are very old fashioned.
Doors are awkward to open, key needs to be half in half out.
Massive crack in the sink bowl of our bathroom.
Dead spider on the window sill.
When we entered the room it smelled stale
Bed was rock hard and made the loudest noise when you moved even a slight bit.

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Kenneth • extended_group • gb
7
Good value for money, good clean rooms but be careful what you order for dinner.
Pros:

Staff were friendly and helpful. Room was very good.

Cons:

Dinner was awful. Fish and chips (should be simple enough at the price) was very small fish in a ton of batter which made it look bigger but was itself overcooked. The waiter offered chicken goujons as a bonus to counter the complaint but the initial fault remained. Breakfast was good.

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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allan • couple • gb
10
2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Niranjani Perera • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

I like the staff , very helpful staff . and the room was good size , very clean .

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Laura • solo_traveller • gb
5
Cheap clean but noisy
Pros:

Good price, very clean and staff helpful. Bar food was cracking.

Cons:

My room was tired and in need of TLC. Walls paper thin so was up all night with a domestic innthe room going off next door and pumping music from what I assume were the bar speakers strapped to the ceiling below me blaring out until midnight. Not the best experience

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Torti • solo_traveller • ng
3
Pros:

The kitchen staff were kind and the food was excellent

Cons:

The kitchen staff were kind and the food was excellent, but unfortunately my stay was overshadowed by a very upsetting experience at reception on my first night.

After a booking issue had already been resolved through Booking.com, I was spoken to by Rita in a condescending and dismissive manner when I arrived. There was no greeting or basic courtesy, and the interaction left me so uncomfortable that I checked out early and arranged alternative accommodation.

I emailed the hotel privately to explain what happened and request a response, but they never replied. It’s a shame, because the other staff I encountered were lovely, but this experience seriously affected my stay and cost me time, self respect/dignity and money.

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • gb
9
2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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helen • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-05-20 • via Nuitee