The Best Central England Hotels

recommended hotels and other accommodation throughout Central England


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Crowne Plaza Hotel

Stratford-upon-Avon

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modern hotel located in a riverside spot a short stroll from town centre shops, restaurant and bars offering a great range of leisure facilities

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an elegantly decorated Georgian property, once the residence of the Bishop of Hereford, it offers smart rooms and a relaxing garden

The Cube Hotel

Birmingham

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a contemporary hotel with stylish rooms, a unique exterior, pampering spa and the pièce de résistance, a 25th-floor bar and restaurant

Mercure Shakespeare Hotel

Stratford-upon-Avon

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historic hotel dating from the 17th century, oak beams, antique furnishings and open fires feature; enjoys a prominent central spot

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in the heart of the city, modern, spacious suites with well-equipped kitchens plus on-site facilities such as a gym and a 24-hour Pantry

Hotel du Vin

Birmingham

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a former eye hospital transformed into a chic and stylish hotel with lots of character, award-winning cuisine, luxurious rooms and relaxing spa

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stylish hotel located within the Mailbox centre - boutiques and designer shopping - boasting luxurious rooms, a health spa and wine tasting room

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modern hotel, with stylish rooms decorated in a contemporary fashion, set on the edge of the town centre and offering relaxing leisure facilities

AC Hotel

Birmingham

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within the city centre Mailbox complex, this smart Marriott hotel has spacious modern rooms and an array of dining and leisure facilities

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urban contemporary style and high standards of comfort and service are commended in this hotel close to the central Mailbox shopping complex

Clayton Hotel

Birmingham

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smart, contemporary hotel with striking design features inside and out situated within a five-minute walk of Moor Street station and the Bullring

DoubleTree by Hilton

Stratford-upon-Avon

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smart, stylish hotel ideally situated for the railway station and town centre, guest rooms are spacious and well-equipped for a comfy stay

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in the prestigious Brindley Place complex - home to bars and restaurants - this modern hotel features bright rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows

Jurys Inn

Birmingham

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the location on lively Broad Street places a host of bars and restaurants and entertainment venues on the door step of this well-appointed hotel

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the superb location of this large, modern hotel places cultural venues, canal side restaurants and bars and designer shopping all nearby

pentahotel

Birmingham

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a modern, stylish hotel, with vibrant decor, offering spacious rooms, a trendy bar and restaurant and a location a short walk from the Mailbox

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a stylish, good-value hotel, offering bright rooms set within a short walk of Centenary Square's cultural venues and museums and art galleries

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a grand Victorian hotel where original character and modern facilities blend seamlessly, situated one of the city's main shopping streets

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a modern hotel ideally placed to discover Birmingham on foot, New Street station and shopping at the Bullring are within a 5-minute walk

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good-value hotel situated within a 5-minute walk of Snow Hill station offering contemporary and air-conditioned rooms and a mini gym

Hotel Indigo

Stratford-upon-Avon

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soak up the Shakespearean atmosphere at this well placed hotel which has been stylishly modernised, but retaining many original features

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a modern hotel in the lively Chinese Quarter - restaurants and bars on hand - just a 5-minute walk from the Bullring and New Street station

Novotel Centre

Birmingham

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modern hotel providing bright, contemporary style rooms, a sleek bar and restaurant and a gym and sauna situated on vibrant Broad Street

The White Swan Hotel

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an historic hotel, benefiting from a multi-million pound restoration that has retained original features whilst providing contemporary comforts

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an iconic former newspaper building has been transformed to offer uniquely-styled rooms and a seasonal industrial chic rooftop bar

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a former coaching inn enjoying a prominent spot on Stafford's main street, the decor combines original features with contemporary styling

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a modern, purpose built hotel providing light and airy, smart accommodation and set within the NEC Complex which includes the National Exhibition Centre and the Resorts Wold Arena

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stylish and contemporary apartments and studios ideally situated just a short stroll from shopping and dining in the Bullring Shopping Centre

Hyatt Regency

Birmingham

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with direct access to the ICC and Symphony Hall and the Repertory Theatre nearby too, this modern, luxury hotel is ideally placed

Angel Hotel

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updated, former coaching inn - where Regency character blends with contemporary comfort and facilities - ideally located in a central spot

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striking, 39-storey glass skyscraper - many of the stylish, air-conditioned rooms boast city views - well placed for New Street station and shops

The Briar Rose

Birmingham

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in a great central spot this comfy hotel offers well-appointed rooms above a lively bar serving a wide range of drink and classic pub fayre

easyHotel

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a budget hotel, bang in Birmingham's centre, with simple but stylish contemporary rooms, and a great choice of bars and restaurants nearby

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a combination of historical building, retains original features, and a modern annexe home to the stylish and contemporary guest rooms

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situated a stone's throw from Hanley's shops, bars, theatres, musuem and art gallery and offers well-appointed rooms and a leisure club

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a modern hotel, overlooking Centenary Square, with easy access to the nearby ICC, Birmingham Repertory Theatre and Symphony Hall

Comfort Inn

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provides good value accommodation in an ideal location opposite New Street station and Birmingham's newest shopping centre, Grand Central

ibis Budget - Central

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a former grain warehouse, now transformed into a budget chain hotel with interesting features retained, has functional modern rooms and a café-bar

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a beautiful Victorian school in the heart of Ludlow is now a thriving accommodation and event centre, with good value rooms and a café

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a traditional, city-centre hotel, conveniently placed on New Street with the station, shops, restaurants and bars all on the door step

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set in an old church with amazing stained glass windows and carved pillars, a successful café and grill also has striking boutique rooms

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comfortable and stylish, 1 and 2-bedroom apartments located within a 5-minute walk of both the Bullring and New Street railway station

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stylish, chic, 1 and 2-bedroom apartments, with 1960s inspired decor set in Birmingham's famous Rotunda building, right in the heart of the city

The Spires

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well-appointed, stylish apartments offering 1 or 2 bedrooms, next to the prestigious Mailbox Centre home to boutiques, restaurants and bars

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