Central England Mid-Range Hotels Guide

recommended three star and other mid-range hotels in central England


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Holiday Inn Express

Burton-upon-Trent

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with plenty to see and do within a 45 minute drive of this hotel, it makes a great exploring base

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from its elevated setting, this charming country house enjoys views of the Wye Valley and offers tasteful, well-appointed rooms and good food

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a stately Georgian manor, in quiet contryside just outside of town, featuring smart rooms - many with senic views - and a luxuriosu spa

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16th-century property, set close to the River Severn, sympathetically restored using natural materials and retaining bags of its original charm

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previous guests have praised highly the standard of food served at this elegant hotel, surrounded by glorious countryside, 4 miles from Hereford

Bloc Hotel

Birmingham

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offering cool and chic décor inspired by Japanese space-saving design, this contemporary hotel lies in the famous, vibrant Jewellery Quarter

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modern styling blends with original Tudor architecture at this historic inn; rooms are tatstefully decorated in keeping with the inns heritage

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peacefully tucked away on the England/Wales border, this refined, family-run hotel offers relaxation, warm hospitality and good food

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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

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character hotel - half timber-framed and half Cotswold-stone - dating from the 16th century now a comfortable and stylish village retreat

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ideally placed next to the Snow Dome and within a short drive of Drayton Manor Theme Park

Cottage In The Wood

Malvern Wells

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a most comfortable and peaceful retreat in a woodland setting high up in the Malvern Hills with breathtaking views across the Severn Valley

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located just off the M6, offering relaxing leisure facilities, generous breakfasts and modern rooms

The Bell

Alderminster

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a beautifully up-dated village inn with boutique, individually designed rooms, a large outdoor terrace with countryside views and good food

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luxuriate in the exceptional facilities at this country house hotel, just 4 miles from Shrewsbury

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a family-run hotel set in 4 acres of delightful grounds that feature a Victorian-style oriental bandstand; guest rooms are bright and stylish

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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

The Castle Hotel

Bishops Castle

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in a delightful market town with easy access to the surrounding countryside; there are smart rooms, cosy public spaces and hearty food

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many of the luxurious, well-appointed rooms at this family-run, riverside pub have views over the River Teme towards medieval Ludlow

The Haughmond

Upton Magna

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a former coaching inn serving as a community hub, village shop, cafe, bar and restaurant, with comfy, stylish rooms and serving local produce

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