The Birmingham hotel with new 1920s American-style revamp
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HILTON Metropole is a great base if exploring the city of Birmingham, being right next to the major exhibition centres.
Read on to find out how to book your room.
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Where is the Hilton Metropole hotel?
Right on the edge of Birmingham's NEC site and new Resorts World Complex, there's plenty to offer inside and outside the hotel.
But equally, it feels secluded, nestled in the Midlands countryside with a huge lake outside.
An ideal venue conveniently off the M4 and a 12-minute walk from Birmingham's international rail station makes movement very easy, whether that's simply seeing nearby attractions or if you want to explore the Midlands.
What is the hotel like?
This sprawling hotel has 795 rooms, a spa, convention facilities, a restaurant and great bars.
Hilton has refitted this 1970s hotel with a sleek American 1920s feel.
This new renovation provides light, bright rooms with neutral finishings with an additional bonus of huge beds in the King rooms.
What are the rooms like?
Deluxe rooms start at £103 and there are several packages with bed and breakfast and pool access.
If you stay in an executive room you can access the special lounge serving breakfast, free pre-dinner drinks and canapes for a special weekend away.
However, if you are a member you can sometimes get exclusive rates.
What is there to eat and drink there?
The in-house Brightsmith on the Water restaurant and bar has a great array of meals and incredible hand-crafted cocktails, as well as a lovely terrace for summer drinks.
There are two other restaurants on site but if you fancy a simpler fare, venture on a short walk to the Resorts World chain eateries.
What is there to do at the hotel?
Although situated in the bustling city of Birmingham, you can unwind at the PURE spa with discounted treatments on offer, or keep up your fitness at the LivingWell Health Club with the 24-hour fitness centre, sauna, steam room, and pool.
Is the hotel family-friendly?
Yes. Rooms that sleep four, and it offers a Kidz Come First babysitting service if you want a night out without your little ones.
Is there access for guests with disabilities?
Yes, but specific requirements for certain disabilities require checking with the hotel.
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