The Birmingham Guide

Where to stay, what is on, and how to get around, written by the people who host here.

What You Will Find Here

What is on across Birmingham and the West Midlands, where to stay for it, and the practical things we find ourselves telling guests every week.

Comfortable modern living room in a furnished home
A real kitchen, more space and self check-in - why a furnished home beats a hotel room for longer.
Modern fully equipped furnished apartment kitchen
Relocating or booking a longer stay in Birmingham? Here's how to plan it, from packing to picking the right.
Interior of Birmingham New Street train station
Flying into BHX or arriving by train? Here's how to get to Birmingham and find your way around once.
Birmingham city skyline view
Same home, same hosts, lower price - here's exactly what changes when you book direct instead of through a.
Coins and savings representing money saved booking direct
Platform service fees add up fast. Here's what you save by booking your Birmingham stay direct with us..
Hand holding a house key for check-in
Check-in times, self check-in codes, pet policy and more - our answers to the questions guests ask most..