Tri-Star Hotel in Bickenhill, England

Tri-Star Hotel offers free on-site parking, a tennis court, and a shared lounge with a pool table. The bar and restaurant serve full English or Irish breakfasts and evening meals sourced from a local butcher. Guests have access to a meeting/banquet facility and a 24-hour bus service to the NEC and Birmingham city centre.

The hotel provides 13 rooms, each equipped with a TV, hairdryer, tea/coffee maker, and a work desk. Triple glazing ensures a quiet stay despite the view of Birmingham Airport's runway from some rooms. Rooms are noted for comfortable beds and excellent soundproofing.

Breakfast is cooked fresh to order with options including a full English, omelettes, yoghurts, juices, and cereals. Evening meals feature dishes such as prawn cocktail, sirloin steak from a local butcher, and homemade chips. The bar offers a relaxed setting for drinks and conversation with the owner.

The hotel sits 3.9 km from NEC Birmingham and a short drive from Birmingham Airport. Direct bus routes (X1, X12) stop next to the hotel, providing two-stop access to the NEC and a 25-minute ride to the city centre. Taxis to the airport cost approximately £12.50-£16 and can be arranged by staff.

Families can use flexible meal times and a games room with a pool table. Business travellers appreciate the quick check-in process and meeting/banquet facilities for events. The owner, Nigel, offers personalised local advice, including recommendations for nearby eateries and transport tips.

Soundproofing: Triple-glazed rooms with runway view, no aircraft noise

Location: 2 bus stops from NEC, next to Birmingham Airport

Dining: Freshly cooked full English breakfast and evening meals from local butcher

Parking: Free on-site parking with secure access

Service: Family-run with personalised check-in and local tips from owner Nigel

Recreation: Tennis court and pool table in shared lounge