Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Star City By Ihg, Birmingham ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2026

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About the Hotel

Cuckoo Road, Heartlands Parkway, Birmingham, United Kingdom, B7 5SB

Near StarCity

Very good

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Loved by Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Star City By Ihg guests

Amazing staff
Clean hotel
Comfy beds
Spacious room
Free car park

"Fantastic breakfast great assortment cereal/ fruit/ pastries and full English and baps available to eat in or grab and go all included in the price"

Terence from United Kingdom

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"The hotel is less than a 5 minute walk to star city."

madmand from United Kingdom

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"Free breakfast free parking."

Allen

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Location

Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - Star City is a short 10-minute drive from Birmingham city center, conveniently situated just off the M6 motorway at Junction 6. The hotel is adjacent to the Star City entertainment venue, featuring one of Europe's largest cinemas and a bowling alley. Guests can explore the vibrant Grand Central retail complex, located within a 15-minute drive.

Rooms

The hotel consists of 90 guest rooms that include air conditioning and invigorating power showers. Family rooms are available, equipped with a sofa bed to accommodate additional guests. Each room also includes free WiFi and a work desk for business travelers.

Dining

The hotel provides a complimentary Express Start breakfast buffet, featuring scrambled eggs, sausages, baked beans, fresh fruits, and pastries. In the evenings, guests can unwind at The Great Room bar and restaurant, offering a selection of light bites and snacks. Room service is also available for added convenience.

Business Facilities

Five fully equipped meeting rooms are available for hosting events, accommodating up to 40 delegates. Each room comes with audiovisual equipment and free WiFi, ensuring productive meetings. Guests have access to business services, including printing and copying.

Parking and Accessibility

Complimentary parking is provided for all hotel guests, enhancing convenience during stays. The hotel is wheelchair accessible, featuring lifts to all floors and accessible public restrooms. Pets are welcome at the hotel with prior notification, and a fee applies.

Highlights

Location: Adjacent to Star City entertainment venue .

Rooms: 90 guest rooms with family options .

Dining: Complimentary Express Start breakfast buffet .

Business: Five meeting rooms accommodating up to 40 delegates .

Parking: Complimentary parking for all guests .

Pet-Friendly: Welcomes pets with prior notification .

“Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Star City sits next to the Star City Entertainment Complex, a location that families and business travellers alike will appreciate. I especially like that every guest benefits from the Express Start breakfast buffet. This modern hotel offers the practical advantages of free parking, consistently clean rooms and adaptable meeting spaces.”

James DavidEditor-in-Chief at Tohotel

Location: Great

8.0/10Review score

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Highlights from guests

Guest ParkingHassle-Free Parking

The free on-site parking made my stay so easy and convenient. No stress about finding a spot!

Robert from Canada

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DiningBreakfast Included

The breakfast buffet was great! There were many hot and cold options, and it was always being refilled.

Emily from Australia

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Room FeaturesWarm and Spacious

The room was massive and very clean. The tea and coffee facilities were a nice touch.

George from United Kingdom

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BathroomGreat Shower!

The shower had amazing pressure and the water was really hot. The bathroom was spotless.

Maria from Spain

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Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Star City By Ihg offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Twin Room Hot

2 persons

175 sq. feet

2 Single beds

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Standard Double Room Hot

2 persons

175 sq. feet

1 Double bed

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Double Room Hot Accessible

2 persons

175 sq. feet

1 Double bed

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Standard Room Hot

2 persons

175 sq. feet

2 Single beds

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Facilities

Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Star City By Ihg offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Facilities: Very good

7.8/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Coffee shop
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Pet amenities available
Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Room features

Heating
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Dining Onsite

At Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Star City, the Open Lobby beckons travelers with a delightful array of dining options. Guests can indulge in locally inspired dishes and contemporary favorites, all served in a welcoming setting that encourages relaxation and social interaction.

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Open Lobby

Casual dining featuring vegetarian and vegan options

Ambiance

Bright and inviting space ideal for unwinding after a day of exploration.

Key Offerings

Enjoy a hearty breakfast with scrambled eggs, sausages, baked beans, fresh fruits, and pastries. For dinner, savor the flavor-packed spicy Balti curry, along with light bites, pizza, and pasta, all perfect for sharing, followed by tempting desserts.

Reservation

Open for dinner from 18:00 to 22:00, Monday through Thursday; breakfast served all morning.

Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Star City By Ihg Location

Cuckoo Road, Heartlands Parkway, Birmingham, United Kingdom, B7 5SB

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Cuckoo Road, Heartlands Parkway, Birmingham, United Kingdom, B7 5SB

City landmarks

Landmark

StarCity

4700 ft

Museum

Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum

1.8 mi

Gallery

Gas Hall Exhibition Gallery

2.5 mi

Aquarium

National SEA LIFE Centre Birmingham

2.9 mi

Park

Aston Hall

1.7 mi

Landmark

St Joseph

3500 ft

Landmark

Birmingham Back to Backs

2.6 mi

Church

Church of Christ

1.2 mi

Church

St Saviour's

1.0 mi

Church

Church of SS Peter & Paul

1.0 mi

Church

Bethel Free Baptist Church

4500 ft

Landmark

Aston War Memorial 8th Battaliion the Warwickshire Regiment

1.1 mi

Library

Library of Birmingham

2.7 mi

Landmark

Parish Church of S. Mark

2500 ft

Landmark

Grand Prix Karting

1.4 mi

Landmark

Pentecostal Church City Mission

1.0 mi

Landmark

Vue Birmingham

3800 ft

Church

Aston Parish Church

1.0 mi

Landmark

St Chad

4100 ft

Landmark

death of Michael Swindells

4300 ft

Landmark

Allegories of Methodist Teaching

2.0 mi

Landmark

Events from the Life of John Wesley

2.0 mi

Church

All Saints' Church

4800 ft

Landmark

Lanchester Car Monument

4900 ft

Landmark

Seventh Day Adventist Church

3700 ft

Landmark

Centro Saltley Interchange

3800 ft

Stadium

St. Andrew's Stadium

1.8 mi

Landmark

Ebenezer Mission Hall

4100 ft

Park

Ward End Park

1.5 mi

Landmark

Gravelly Hill Interchange

1.8 mi

Nearby

Parish Church of S. Mark

1700 ft

Restaurants

Genting Casino Star City Restaurant

2200 ft

Star City Watson Road

Hou Mei

2200 ft

Watson Road

Oodles 'N' Oodles

3700 ft

Unit 1B Star City Watson Road

Pizza Hut

3500 ft

Unit 4 Wharton Street Industrial Estate Wharton Street Star City

Tinseltown Star City

3400 ft

Unit 32 Star City Watson Road

Harvester Star City

3700 ft

Star City Watson Road Watson Road Nechells

Nando's Birmingham

2600 ft

Unit 2

Zauq Buffet

3000 ft

Unit 17 Star City Watson Road

Zindabad

3300 ft

Unit 32 Star City Watson Road Unit # 07

Explore Birmingham

Local Highlights

StarCity

18 minutes' walk

Entertainment complex featuring cinemas, bowling, and restaurants. Ideal for family fun and thrill-seekers.

Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum

10-minute drive

Interactive science museum with exhibits for all ages. Features a planetarium and free admission for children on certain days.

Aston Hall

35 minutes' walk

Restored Jacobean mansion with beautiful gardens. Offers guided tours highlighting its history and architecture.

Ackers Adventure

10-minute drive

Outdoor activity center offering skiing and snowboarding. Ideal for thrill-seekers looking for an adventure.

Senneleys Park

35 minutes' walk

Spacious park perfect for relaxing walks, picnics, and family outings. A great place to unwind and enjoy nature.

Genting Casino Star City Restaurant

8 minutes' walk

Contemporary dining with a range of international dishes. Casual atmosphere with a vibrant dining scene.

Oodles 'N' Oodles

14 minutes' walk

Casual eatery specializing in Chinese cuisine. Offers a variety of noodle dishes, with vegetarian options available.

Vue Birmingham

14 minutes' walk

Movie theater featuring the latest films. Family-friendly venue with comfortable seating and snack options.

Genting Casino Star City

8 minutes' walk

Entertainment venue with gaming and live performances. Offers various events, ensuring a vibrant nightlife experience.

Getting around

City Centre

Birmingham5 min · 2.1 mi

Airports

Birmingham Airport (BHX)24 min · 9.8 mi

East Midlands Airport (EMA)95 min · 39.0 mi

Train

Aston Railway Station14 min · 3700 ft

Gravelly Hill Train Station20 min · 1.0 mi

Bus

Bus stop6 min · 2.1 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-23:59

Check-out

from 07:00-11:00

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Breakfast

The hotel Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Star City By Ihg provides visitors with a free full breakfast.

Children & extra beds

Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 2. Maximum capacity of cots in a room is 1.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

Languages

English, Romanian, Polish, Russian, Hindi, Latvian

Year renovated:

2010

Number of floors:

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Former name

Purple Birmingham

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Star City By Ihg from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 1182 verified reviews

7.5/10

Very good

72%

Recommend

Breakfast

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Comfort

8.2/10

Facilities

7.8/10

Free Wi-Fi

7.8/10

Location

8.0/10

Paid Wi-Fi

7.3/10

Staff

8.5/10

Value for money

8.1/10

Pros

Friendly reception

Good breakfast choice

Fantastic location

Amazing staff

Cons

Sofa bed

Cracked sink

Broken USB ports

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Questions of the users

About Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Star City By Ihg

Is there a convenient bus service that connects to the main shopping area?

25 November 2024

Yes, there's a bus service just a 5-minute walk from the hotel that goes directly to the main shopping center in Birmingham.

What time should I plan to check out of the hotel?

15 January 2025

Check-out time is set for 11:00 AM.

Is it possible to check in early at around 12:30 PM?

5 December 2024

Check-in at 12:30 PM may be possible depending on room availability. It's advisable to contact the hotel to confirm.

Are pets, specifically dogs, allowed at the hotel, and is there an associated fee?

10 October 2024

Yes, dogs are welcome to stay at the hotel for an additional fee of £10 per pet, per night.

What is the approximate walking distance to the Utilita Arena?

30 January 2025

Walking to the Utilita Arena will take just over an hour, or it can be reached in about 10 minutes by car.

How far is the hotel from the nearest train station for a trip to Cheltenham?

7 March 2025

The nearest train station is Aston, which provides access to Birmingham New Street Station with ticket prices starting from £2.80.

Are there family accommodations available for three adults?

2 April 2025

For three adults, booking a family room with a double bed and a sofa bed would be an ideal option.

Can I check in before the 2 PM official time, and is there a fee for early check-in?

20 January 2024

Early check-in before 2 PM can be arranged based on availability, and it's best to confirm with the hotel prior to arrival.

Is there a secure parking facility available for guests?

12 March 2025

Yes, the hotel offers free secure parking for all hotel guests, with registration required at the reception.

Is there a dining option available at the hotel, and what does breakfast include?

18 April 2025

Yes, the hotel provides an inclusive Express Start(TM) Breakfast buffet featuring scrambled eggs, sausages, baked beans, and continental items to start your day.