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The lowdown on Solihull

Solihull is often thought of as being a suburb of Birmingham, and many visitors are likely to sample its delights while staying in a Birmingham hotel. The fact that Birmingham International Airport sits just 5 kilometres to the north means that people often pass through Solihull on their way to Edinburgh, Belfast or perhaps even London.

Stay in a Solihull hotel, however, and you’ll be close to the National Exhibition Centre (NEC), which hosts a range of trade shows and other major events, and the Genting Arena, where superstars like Lady Gaga, Neil Diamond and Emeli Sandé regularly take the stage.

The proximity of Birmingham city centre makes Solihull hotels the perfect base for anyone who wants to explore Birmingham’s world-famous landmarks, such as the Jewellery Quarter and the Bullring Shopping Centre, before returning to somewhere quieter and a little more relaxing in the evening. Solihull has more than 600 hectares of parks, countryside and open space within its boundaries, making it a wonderful fusion of city living and rustic ambience. Malvern and Brueton Park, for example, covers an area of 53 hectares and combines formal parkland and gardens with an unspoilt nature reserve and a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) along the banks of the River Blythe.

Where to stay in Solihull

Hotels in Solihull reflect the range of visitors the town attracts, from business people closing deals in Birmingham to families exploring the surrounding countryside and guests spending a night or 2 while taking in a specific event or show. If you’re visiting with a spot of retail therapy in mind, then you’ll want a Solihull hotel in the centre of town, where you’ll find a selection of top-of-the-range designer boutiques and a host of independent retailers. The Touchwood shopping centre, in the heart of Solihull, is home to a range of renowned brand names, as well as a selection of restaurants and a 9-screen cinema.

If you opt for a hotel on the outskirts of Solihull, close to the airport, the Genting Arena and the NEC, then you’ll also be a stone’s throw from Resorts World Birmingham. This is an outlet shopping mall with a difference – in addition to shops, you’ll find a casino, spa and conference centre, not to mention a number of upmarket bars and cutting-edge digital and VR attractions.

Hotels in Solihull

From town-centre bed and breakfasts to secluded country estates, and low-cost rentals to luxury brand names, hotels in Solihull cover all bases. The 4-star Forest of Arden Marriott Hotel and Country Club is a prime example of Solihull’s more lavish offerings. Set within pristine grounds 16 kilometres from Birmingham, this resplendent property houses a golf course and tennis courts for the more active holidaymaker, while a full-service spa supplies the perfect excuse to kick back and chill out. Sheets made from Egyptian cotton and stylish furnishings ensure that the guestrooms keep the sophistication going, while 24-hour room service adds the cherry on top of a refined getaway or romantic honeymoon.

The St Johns Hotel is a 4-star, eco-friendly hotel close to the centre of Solihull. It has a business centre and conference space on site, making it the ideal choice for corporate gatherings, while the on-site sauna and indoor swimming pool ensure that those who work hard can play hard too.

The cosy Punchbowl Lapworth is a 3-star bed and breakfast located to the south of Solihull. It has its own restaurant serving locally sourced produce throughout the day, and all 11 rooms offer complimentary Wi-Fi, facilities for making tea and coffee and access to a secluded garden space.

What to do during your stay in Solihull

One thing for which this part of the country has always been justly famous is the vital role it has played in the UK motor industry. You can find out for yourself what exactly this entailed with a visit to the Land Rover Experience on Lode Lane. On the full 3-hour manufacturing tour you’ll gain a behind-the-scenes insight into every part of a process, which involves more than 600 precision-programmed robots.

Travel slightly further and you can take a seat in Shakespeare's Schoolroom and Guildhall, which offers visitors a chance to travel back to 16^th-century Avon and sit in the very room where a young Shakespeare was taught to read and write. Films, interactive lessons and personal guides help to bring the past to thrilling life.

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