Located by the National Exhibition Centre, Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Airport NEC by IHG offers modern comfort with practical amenities. Guests enjoy a hearty breakfast buffet, British dishes at the Great Room restaurant, and drinks at the bar. Helpful staff and free WiFi enhance the stay.
At Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Airport NEC by IHG, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from National Exhibition Centre and National Motorcycle Museum. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Great Room, which serves British cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Also, Resorts World Birmingham and The Vox Conference Centre are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
179 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
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Required at check-in
Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Onsite self parking (GBP 15 per day)
Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Water dispenser
Working away
8 meeting rooms
Conference space (904 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Accessibility
Elevator
Elevator door width (inches): 43
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Pillow menu
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only
Special features
Dining
Great Room - This restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in FuturePlus, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet, per stay
Parking
Self parking costs GBP 15 per day
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and mobile payments. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Union Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Airport NEC by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Airport NEC by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Airport NEC by IHG?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 30 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Airport NEC by IHG?
Yes. Self parking costs GBP 15 per day. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Airport NEC by IHG?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Airport NEC by IHG and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include National Exhibition Centre (0.8 mi) and bp pulse LIVE (1.3 mi), along with The Vox Conference Centre (1.4 mi) and Resorts World Birmingham (1.4 mi).
Are there restaurants at or near Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Airport NEC by IHG?
Yes, Great Room offers British cuisine.
What's the area around Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Airport NEC by IHG like?
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Airport NEC by IHG is in Marston Green, a short 10-minute drive from Birmingham Airport (BHX) and 15 minutes' walk from National Exhibition Centre.
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Reviews
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Airport NEC by IHG Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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9.0
Cleanliness
8.2
Location
8.8
Staff & service
8.4
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, good, lovely, and superb with a good selection and plentiful options. (71 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 12, 2026
Staff were great. Good variety and quality breakfast.
Abigail
Abigail, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 12, 2026
Clean room great staff nice food ,only downside was other guests in hotel were very noisy with no consideration of people sleeping when they are getting early flights from airport, otherwise great stay .
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 7, 2026
Good staff, clean
Emily
Emily, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 1, 2026
The hotel was clean and tidy, we had a good stay. We had a family room which I will say is tiny, was a tight fit for the three of us and we found the master bed quite hard, but could be preference... Overall good stay, breakfast was very good.
Chris
Chris, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 17, 2026
The room was clean & bright with a comfortable bed.
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 27, 2025
Cleanest hotel in Birmingham, friendly staff and a decent breakfast
Nick
Nick, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 11, 2026
Lovely friendly staff. Nice breakfast and everything very clean.
Jenny
Jenny, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 8, 2025
Room was good staff great
Zak
Zak, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2025
Great stay , staff very helpful and all worked hard, Thank you.
Eddie
Eddie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 9, 2025
It was great stay, staff were amazing.
Nicole
Nicole, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 30, 2025
Great hotel friendly staff ideal location for our needs
ELIZABETH
ELIZABETH, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 20, 2025
Great hotel and great location for resorts world and event
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 10, 2026
Very professional staff.
Nice bed, spacious bedroom
John
John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 5, 2026
Room was spotless and clean. I was cold the lady in reception gave us heater . Very friendly staff. Breakfast was food. And 2 day stay was good value for money
MAHMAD SALIM
MAHMAD SALIM, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 17, 2025
Room was fine and the staff were very good.
Cameron
Cameron, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 7, 2025
Excellent cosy. Good breakfast
Rafik Khalil
Rafik Khalil, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2025
The room was very nice and clean. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. The breakfast was really nice as well.
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 6, 2025
Convenient location and welcoming staff
Roger
Roger, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 15, 2025
Staff were very helpful
Ranna
Ranna, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 31, 2025
Yes room was nice and comfortable
Neil
Neil, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 4, 2025
The staff were friendly and helpful. the rooms comfortable and clean.
Denise
Denise, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 22, 2026
Early breakfast so not everything available . Room clean and comfortable. Staff friendly and professional
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 5, 2025
Great place to stay, everything you need, clean spacious room, pleasant staff, bar and food and breakfast. Will stop again.
John
John, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Nov 1, 2025
Lovely comfortable bed - had everything I needed in the room. Staff were helpful.