The Great Barr Hotel

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

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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CHRISTOPHER solo_traveller gb
2
Pros:

There was a bar

Cons:

My room was described as an airconditioned suite yet when we arrived the hotel stated they didnt have airconditioning do we cancelled

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Jean solo_traveller gb
6
Cons:

No air conditioner

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Hayley extended_group gb
9
Overall good!
Pros:

Great location if you have to get to the Alexander stadium - only a 10min drive. Staff we're very friendly and room was clean. Overall a great stay!

Cons:

Only bad thing is there wasn't anywhere to get a coffee after breakfast had finished. This is being picky and the staff did get me and my friend a pot of coffee when we asked.

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Pamela solo_traveller gb
9
Gave us all we wanted
Pros:

Friendly staff, good food, lovely room and comfy bed. Location good

Cons:

Hotel itself looks tired and in need of better décor. Dining room very plain with old fashioned dining chairs which needed refreshing.

2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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tabrez solo_traveller gb
3
Cons:

Got told my room was not available and was made to pay extra for different room

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Joshua solo_traveller gb
10
2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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Leah solo_traveller gb
10
2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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Webb couple gb
5
Clean but very dated you get what you pay for
Pros:

Clean

Cons:

Very dated carpets and furniture could do with a refurbished saff could do a lot better taking plates with food on back instead of leaving most of the day and cups and tea pots out side all day

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Lovepreet couple gb
8
2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Jacqueline solo_traveller gb
7
2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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Jeba couple gb
10
2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Paul couple gg
10
2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Thomas solo_traveller gb
8
2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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John solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Everything was what I expected

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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lesley solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Lovely surroundings very happy staying there

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Dean solo_traveller gb
2
Cons:

The windows in the room were filthy.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Marika couple gb
7
Pros:

The room was lovely

Cons:

The bathroom was outdated, needs refreshing.

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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carl solo_traveller gb
7
2026-06-25 via Nuitee
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Andy Gleaves couple gb
8
All is not what it seems with this hotel
Pros:

The Suite was spacious, well decorated and relatively clean. The extra large bed was comfortable, the small sofa was practical and the large fan was most welcome on a warm balmy night.

Cons:

Reception staff were indifferent, handed us the key and that's it. We worked out ourselves where breakfast would be and at what time. The walk to the Suite was disappointing considering that we read that they had recently spent £1m on a refurbishment. The carpets were threadbare, one part of carpet had burn marks and the walls were grubby. We found that the Suite wasn't as clean as it looked on the surface when some loose change came out of my pocket and I needed to look under the sofa cushion and on the floor nearby (filthy is how I would best describe it). Whilst the shower was large it was slippery and the soap dispenser fell off the wall when touched.

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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H solo_traveller gb
7
2026-06-24 via Nuitee