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Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Star City, an IHG Hotel

Cuckoo Road, Heartlands Parkway, Birmingham, B7 5SB, United Kingdom – Great location - show map

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7.7
Good
1,344 reviews

There was plenty of choice, hot and cold, the hot food was constantly being topped up with fresh supplies. The location was brilliant for the cinema and restaurants.

Ann United Kingdom

staff were amazing and room was great. shampoo and body wash lovely. great shower

Jodie United Kingdom

Breakfast and location good. Great for access to the NEC. Room was clean and spacious

Corderoy United Kingdom

Hotel room was spotlessly clean. Staff were friendly and were helpful in recommending somewhere to go for food.

Charlotte United Kingdom

really nice clean comfortable room friendly kind staff

Ahmed United Kingdom

The bathroom was a generous size as was the shower. Its a great location for shopping not so much for landmarks, you will need a car

Mary United Kingdom

The location of the hotel was ideal for our needs. The breakfast was excellent in every way. Staff excellent throughout.

Michael United Kingdom

Very friendly staff, and extremely helpful, great breakfasts, nice wine and great accessibility for parking and room.

Susan United Kingdom

Aaron and staff that were on duty could not have done anymore to make our stay comfortable.

James United Kingdom

perfect for a quick stopover. clean and comfortable

Siobhan Ireland
7.7
Good
1,344 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “There was plenty of choice, hot and cold, the hot food was constantly being topped up with fresh supplies. The location was brilliant for the cinema and restaurants.”
    Ann Ann United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “staff were amazing and room was great. shampoo and body wash lovely. great shower”
    Jodie Jodie United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Breakfast and location good. Great for access to the NEC. Room was clean and spacious”
    Corderoy Corderoy United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Hotel room was spotlessly clean. Staff were friendly and were helpful in recommending somewhere to go for food.”
    Charlotte Charlotte United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “really nice clean comfortable room friendly kind staff”
    Ahmed Ahmed United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The bathroom was a generous size as was the shower. Its a great location for shopping not so much for landmarks, you will need a car”
    Mary Mary United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The location of the hotel was ideal for our needs. The breakfast was excellent in every way. Staff excellent throughout.”
    Michael Michael United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Very friendly staff, and extremely helpful, great breakfasts, nice wine and great accessibility for parking and room.”
    Susan Susan United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Aaron and staff that were on duty could not have done anymore to make our stay comfortable.”
    James James United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “perfect for a quick stopover. clean and comfortable”
    Siobhan Siobhan Ireland Ireland

Categories:

  • Staff8.6
  • Facilities7.9
  • Cleanliness8.2
  • Comfort8.2
  • Value for money8.0
  • Location8.2
  • Free WiFi7.9

With free parking, a café bar and large rooms, this modern Holiday Inn Express Star City is just off the M6. There is easy road access to Birmingham city centre, 2.5 miles away.

This Holiday Inn Express is next to the Star City entertainment complex. There are restaurants, a 30-screen cinema, tenpin bowling, a casino and a family climbing centre. Aston Villa FC is 1.5 miles away.

The hotel is less than a mile from Aston Rail Station. Trains take 7 minutes to reach Birmingham New Street Rail Station in the city centre.

The good-value rooms have flat-screen TVs, work desks, telephones, large showers and tea/coffee.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.

Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Star City, an IHG Hotel has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 22 Jul 2009.
 Hotel chain/brand: Holiday Inn Express

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Most popular facilities

Free parking
Free WiFi
Pets allowed
Family rooms
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Bar

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.2)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Buffet

Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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4 reasons to choose Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Star City, an IHG Hotel

  • Prices you can't beat!
  • Booking is safe
  • Manage your bookings online
  • The staff speak English

Guest reviews

7.7
Good · 1,344 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff8.6
  • Facilities7.9
  • Cleanliness8.2
  • Comfort8.2
  • Value for money8.0
  • Location8.2
  • Free WiFi7.9

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    Ann
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “There was plenty of choice, hot and cold, the hot food was constantly being topped up with fresh supplies. The location was brilliant for the cinema and restaurants.”
  • Jodie
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “staff were amazing and room was great. shampoo and body wash lovely. great shower”
  • Corderoy
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Breakfast and location good. Great for access to the NEC. Room was clean and spacious”
  • Charlotte
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Hotel room was spotlessly clean. Staff were friendly and were helpful in recommending somewhere to go for food.”
  • Ahmed
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “really nice clean comfortable room friendly kind staff”
  • Mary
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “The bathroom was a generous size as was the shower. Its a great location for shopping not so much for landmarks, you will need a car”
  • Michael
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “The location of the hotel was ideal for our needs. The breakfast was excellent in every way. Staff excellent throughout.”
  • Susan
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Very friendly staff, and extremely helpful, great breakfasts, nice wine and great accessibility for parking and room.”
  • James
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Aaron and staff that were on duty could not have done anymore to make our stay comfortable.”
  • Siobhan
    IrelandIreland
    “perfect for a quick stopover. clean and comfortable”
Property questions and answers
Browse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the property
The property usually replies within a few days
  • What time is check out
    11am
    Answered on 9 July 2019
  • Hi - do you have any cots for babies?
    Good Evening Yes we do have cots, this is based on availability Kind Regards
    Answered on 23 August 2021
  • can I check in at 12:30 pm ?
    I will make a note on your Reservation Regards Stephen
    Answered on 1 August 2020
  • Hi wanted to book but it’s not showing me for 3 people like 2 adults 1 child keeps coming up book 2 rooms. I need 1 double bed and sofa bed please
    Hi, If you call the hotel we should be able to sort this out for you, I hope this helps. Holiday Inn Express.
    Answered on 19 September 2022
  • I have got 2 children was well I would like 1 double bed and 2 single beds in the same room please
    Hi, There are family rooms with a double bed and a sofabed in same room would you like that?
    Answered on 26 November 2021
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Hotel surroundings *
Guests loved walking around the neighbourhood!
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* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
1 restaurant on site

    Open Lobby

    Menu: Buffet

Facilities of Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Star City, an IHG Hotel

Most popular facilities

Free parking
Free WiFi
Pets allowed
Family rooms
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Bar
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne Additional charge
  • Kid meals
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
  • Secured parking
Reception services
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
General
  • Pet bowls
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Languages spoken
  • English
Sustainable initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and environmentally friendly travel

House rules Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Star City, an IHG Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

14:00 - 00:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

07:00 - 11:00

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of GBP 50 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children aged 18 years and above are considered adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

There is no capacity for cots at this property.

There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Groups

When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa American Express Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Star City, an IHG Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Currently due to the ongoing Covid-19 Pandemic we are only key/essential workers (with proof on check in) on a single occupancy basis. This is due to the UK government restrictions on house hold mixing. Full matching ID is required for double occupancy bookings.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

A damage deposit of GBP 50 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Star City, an IHG Hotel

  • Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Star City, an IHG Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • The prices at Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Star City, an IHG Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Star City, an IHG Hotel is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Room options at Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Star City, an IHG Hotel include:

      • Twin/Double
      • Double
      • Twin

    • Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Star City, an IHG Hotel has 1 restaurant:

      • Open Lobby

    • Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Star City, an IHG Hotel is 2 miles from the centre of Birmingham.

    • Guests staying at Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Star City, an IHG Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Full English/Irish
      • Buffet