Search Hotels by Independent in Birmingham from £53

If you prefer the intimacy and homeliness of an independent hotel, you can find dozens in the historic city of Birmingham, famous for its industrial heritage and internationally renowned cultural institutions. This is the city that pioneered the development of state education in the early Victorian period, and was once the home of William Murdock, the influential industrialist who invented gas lighting in the late 18th century.

A City Famed For Its Art Collections

A little further south of the city centre is the Barber Institute of Fine Arts, which is part of the University of Birmingham campus and has an enormous collection of paintings dating from the Middle Ages to the contemporary era. Here, you can see many of the great Renaissance masterpieces of artists such as Martini and Rosselli, as well as the remarkable Impressionist paintings of figures such as Picasso and Monet.

Independent Hotels With En-Suite Bathrooms

A number of independent hotels in Birmingham have rooms with private bathrooms, which are often equipped with free toiletries for your convenience. Many also provide luxury towels and bathrobes, and most rooms feature air conditioning or energy-efficient heating so you can enjoy an optimum room temperature all year round.

Discover Birmingham's Revitalised Canal Network

Tour Birmingham's most famous landmark by booking a boat excursion on its canals, or explore the city's numerous canal paths and bridges by foot. One of the most visited areas of the city is Brindleyplace, a vibrant modern commercial and residential area with plenty of shops and attractions such as the historic Crescent and the National Sea Life Centre. Close by is the charismatic Postbox by BridgeStreet Birmingham Hotel, a stylish modern venue with a prestigious 4-star rating.

The Lickey Hills Country Park, A Short Drive From The City Centre

One of the city's main sledging spots during the occasional snowfall, the Lickey Hills Country Park is a wonderful oasis of gently rolling hills, unspoilt woodlands, and offers great breathtaking views of Birmingham and the Black Country. It's adjacent to the pleasant Hillscourt hotel, an immaculately presented independent hotel that provides sophisticated rooms with free Wi-Fi and satellite TVs.