Castle Bromwich Hall Hotel, BW Signature Collection By Best Western, Birmingham

Castle Bromwich Hall; Sure Hotel Collection By Best Western - A 17th-century country house with 10-acre gardens and historic royal connections

Set in 10 acres of walled English gardens, this romantic 17th-century Birmingham hotel features 42 period-style rooms with modern amenities. Castle Bromwich Hall preserves numerous original elements, including a grand staircase and magnificent entrance, while the Bridal Suite occupies the chamber where Queen Elizabeth I once stayed. The Great Hall Restaurant accommodates 70 diners, complemented by casual dining options in the Butlers Lounge and an alfresco garden setting. Sure Hotel Collection offers six meeting spaces accommodating 6 to 450 delegates, with the Malt House being the largest function suite. Rooms come equipped with flat-screen TVs, tea/coffee facilities, and free Wi-Fi, while some feature four-poster beds and garden views. Located 2 minutes from M6 junction 5, the property sits 15.5 miles from Birmingham and provides a 20-minute connection to Birmingham New Street station.

Pros

Historic royal connection with Queen Elizabeth I's former sleeping chamber

Six versatile meeting rooms ranging from intimate 10-person spaces to 450-person halls

Walled gardens feature a maze and views of St Mary and St Margaret's church

Both main building and annex offer accessible rooms with adapted bathrooms

Cons

Lift access limited to first floor due to Grade I listing status

Located 15.5 miles from Birmingham city center