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AC Hotel Birmingham NEC and Airport

3.5 star property

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Near National Exhibition Centre and Resorts World Birmingham, AC Hotel Birmingham NEC and Airport provides a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in reception. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, AC Lounge®, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare and children's meals. In addition to a bar and a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is £80
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun

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Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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  • Free Wi-Fi

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  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

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  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 2 Single Beds | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

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  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Located in Marston Green, a neighbourhood in Birmingham, AC Hotel Birmingham NEC and Airport is near the airport and near a train station. Symphony Hall and Cadbury World are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Resorts World Birmingham and Broad Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at National Exhibition Centre or Villa Park. Visit our Birmingham travel guide
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Bickenhill Lane, N E C House, Birmingham, England, B40 1PQ

What's nearby

  • National Exhibition Centre
    National Exhibition Centre
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Pendigo Lake
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • bp pulse LIVE
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Resorts World Birmingham
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • The Vox Conference Centre
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Birmingham International Station
    9 min walk
  • Air Rail Link Tram Stop
    9 min walk
  • Birmingham Airport (BHX)
    4 min drive

Restaurants

  • Gild Lobby Bar & Lounge
    15 min walk
  • Genting Hotel
    16 min walk
  • Caffè Nero
    11 min walk
  • PizzaExpress
    18 min walk
  • Sky Bar & Restaurant
    17 min walk

About this property

AC Hotel Birmingham NEC and Airport

  • Hotel remodelled in 2026 and located near National Exhibition Centre
  • Located close to Resorts World Birmingham, AC Hotel Birmingham NEC and Airport provides a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in reception. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, AC Lounge®, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare and children's meals. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a gym.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and an electric car charging station
    • Express check-out, a TV in reception and 5 meeting rooms
    • A water dispenser, smoke-free property and luggage storage
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 169 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
  • More amenities include:
    • Recycling and LED light bulbs
    • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
    • 46-inch TVs with digital channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, mini fridges and travel cots

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site (GBP 15 per night)
  • Extended parking on site (GBP 15 per night)
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 17.50 for adults and GBP 8.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • AC Lounge®

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 5 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 8 accessible parking spaces
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (79 centimetre wide door)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Vibrating pillow alarm
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2009
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Renovated entire property - May 2026
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 46-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 40
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 40
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 35 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 17.50 for adults and from GBP 8.95 for children
  • Self-parking fee: GBP 15 per night
  • Extended parking fee: GBP 15 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 35 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 40 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 40 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is AC Hotel Birmingham NEC and Airport pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 35 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at AC Hotel Birmingham NEC and Airport?

As of 15 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at AC Hotel Birmingham NEC and Airport on 21 Jun 2026 start from £80, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at AC Hotel Birmingham NEC and Airport?

Self-parking is available for GBP 15 per night. Extended parking is available for GBP 15 per night.

What time is check-in at AC Hotel Birmingham NEC and Airport?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 40 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at AC Hotel Birmingham NEC and Airport?

Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for GBP 40 (subject to availability).

Where is AC Hotel Birmingham NEC and Airport located?

Located in Marston Green, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of National Exhibition Centre and Resorts World Birmingham. Pendigo Lake and bp pulse LIVE are also within 1 mile (2 km). Air Rail Link Tram Stop is 9 minutes by foot and Birmingham International Station is 9 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

AC Hotel Birmingham NEC and Airport Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 563 out of 1168 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 352 out of 1168 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 162 out of 1168 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1168 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1168 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay here on a busy weekend with lots of guests because of an event at the NEC! Staff were incredibly helpful and welcoming, our room was wonderful and we were very thankful for the AC! Great location for walking to the NEC, and very quiet away from the main thoroughfare
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A quick stay overnight. Very clean and good size rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff make you feel so welcome and the rooms are very clean and tidy .this is the 4 year I have stayed there .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice rooms! Staff available at all hours and very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and very comfy bed. Bathroom nice. Quiet area. Staff very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were newly refurbished - good location, friendly staff, would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location was great for the airport and train. Staff were friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Cheap, clean, easy to get to
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
While renevations are ongoing the stay was somewhat muted by the availability to relax anywhere in the hotel rather than the room. I cannot fault the staff or their efforts.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Good wifi, approachable staff, the room was not very clean, the floor was very dusty and others peoples things left under sofas and beds. Bed nice, bathroom clean and nice toiletries available.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a evening meal - very nice and not too pricey either
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Helpful staff and close to airport
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff and spacious clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was very good hot and lots of options the staff were very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Gill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Helpful staff and room was good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and staff helpful, there was an initial mix up with the room which was sorted quickly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, welcoming. All you needed in room. Quiet. Good breakfast. Just had half the flush button missing but excellent all round otherwise.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were great. Didnt hesitate to help us get some soy milk to the room and extra pillows!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

david

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff nice breakfast not bad. Tv was big shower was good big bed so no complaints from myself
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were friendly - building work going on
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Katharine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice clean room, helpfum staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Functional hotel currently being upgraded. Check in was very good, rooms clean and decent breakfast all for a reasonable price. Purpose of staying was for attending a gig at the BP Arena part of the NEC which was about 15 minute walk away.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Mellanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Bed was comfy and breakfast was goid
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall a great stay. Very good breakfast and room lovely and comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025