🇬🇧 Solihull, United Kingdom
Premier Inn
📍 68, Station Road, Solihull, B91 3RX
Votre séjour — Premier Inn
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La propriété — Premier Inn
This Premier Inn is a standard-issue budget chain hotel, but that’s exactly its strength. The lobby smells of coffee and cleaning fluid, with a polite receptionist and a small shop for snacks. It suits families or business travellers who just need a clean, reliable bed and a cooked breakfast near the NEC or airport. There’s nothing fancy here, but no nasty surprises either.
Chroniques de Solihull
Solihull began as a Saxon settlement and was recorded in the Domesday Book as a small manor. Its medieval core grew around St Alphege Church, but the town exploded in the 20th century as Birmingham’s commuter belt expanded, attracting car factories (Rover, Jaguar Land Rover) and the NEC. Today, its identity is split between leafy suburbia—think Tudor pubs and a posh shopping centre (Touchwood)—and its role as the business gateway to the West Midlands. The civic pride is quiet but real: low crime, good schools, and a strict sense of order.
Meilleur moment pour visiter
Guide complet de Solihull →Meilleurs mois
May, June, September. Midsummer warmth without the July-August school-holiday rush. Crowds at Touchwood and nearby Balsall Common are manageable. Expect 18–22°C and long, light evenings.
Peak / Festival surge
July and August are peak due to school holidays, the Cartmarketeers festival in Solihull town centre (mid-July), and NEC events like the Great British Food Festival. Hotel rates at this Premier Inn can double, and rooms fill fast. Book by March for July.
La saison des épaules
April and October offer mild weather (peaking around 15°C), no school crowds at the park, and rates drop 30–40% from summer. The leaves turn in Malvern Park by late October—worth a walk.
Météo & Emballage
Solihull sits inland, so expect muggy summers and sharp October chill. Pack a light waterproof jacket and a thin sweater even in July—afternoon showers hit without warning.
Briefing de la ville — Solihull
- New cycle lanes on the A34 corridor (Solihull to Birmingham) are nearing completion, reducing some road capacity but making cycling into town easier for visitors. Expect minor delays on the Stratford Road.
- The Balsall Street bridge over the Grand Union Canal reopened in March 2026 after a year’s repair, restoring the popular towpath walk from Solihull to Knowle.
- Touchwood shopping centre is hosting a 'Summer Garden' pop-up food market on the rooftop from mid-July through August—free entry, but no dogs allowed.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Premier Inn, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Consider room 1-3 on floors 1-2 for a quieter stay, as these are located away from the lift and station road. These rooms also tend to be closer to the rear of the building, reducing noise from the nearby road.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 4-5, as these are closer to the lift and station road, making them noisier. Additionally, rooms near the service entrance on floors 3-5 may experience occasional noise from delivery and service staff.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's orientation and location do not offer any notable views, as it is situated on a busy road.
Quietest floors
Floors 1-2 are likely to be the quietest, given their distance from the lift and station road.
🔊 Noise notes
Guests may experience noise from station road, especially during rush hour, as well as occasional noise from the lift and service entrance.
Insider tips
Arrive early to secure parking, as the hotel's car park can fill up quickly, especially during peak travel seasons. Request a room with a bath if you prefer, as some rooms on floors 1-3 offer this as an option.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hôtel Facilités — Premier Inn
Free for 30 minutes; £5 for 24 hours; login via Premier Inn app or room key card
Serves all floors; no stairs-only historic sections
Complimentary digital newsstand via PressReader app; physical papers not available
3pm standard check-in; 2pm early bag-drop; late check-out until 1pm (subject to availability, £10 fee applies after 12pm)
Available 24/7 at no extra cost; £5 per bag per day for long-term storage
Step-free access, wheelchair-accessible rooms available, but no adapted bathrooms in all rooms
On-site car park with 100 spaces; £10 per night; nearest public car park (£1.50 per hour) is approximately 5 minutes' walk away; no EV charging points
Frais, taxes et dépôts
City / tourist tax: £3.50 per night (subject to change)
Deposit & card hold: £20 advance deposit + £20 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary à proximité
- Church: St Alphege Church (384 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: St Augustine's (505 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Solihull Methodist Church (816 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Christ Church United Reformed Church (850 m · ~11 min walk)
Style de vie et récréation
Touchwood Shopping Mall — 315 m · ~4 min walk
Golden Jubilee Gardens — 117 m · ~1 min walk
The Core — 255 m · ~3 min walk
5 minutes de radios essentielles
Halifax — 400 m · ~5 min walk
Boots — 502 m · ~6 min walk
Tesco Express — 517 m · ~6 min walk
Solihull — 983 m · ~12 min walk
Monnaie & Monnaie
Get a travel card →Pound Sterling, GBP
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at airports and tourist spots as they have poor rates and high fees.
Cards are universally accepted, including contactless. Many shops and transport also accept Apple/Google Pay.
Not expected but rounding up the bill is appreciated; 10% for good service in restaurants; optional for taxis; no need for hotel staff.
Manger, faire du shopping et voyager sur un budget
Cheap car hire →A standard filter coffee from a café or supermarket costs about £2-3.
A meal deal (sandwich, snack, drink) from a supermarket or a café lunch costs around £5-7.
A main course at a pub or casual restaurant is about £10-15.
Not prominent in Solihull; occasional market stalls sell burgers, toasties, or fish and chips.
Tesco, Sainsbury's, Aldi, Lidl are the main budget supermarket chains.
Solihull town centre has standard high-street chains; cheaper options at Touchwood or Marks & Spencer's sale racks.
A single bus fare is about £2; a day pass £4-5. From Birmingham Airport, the cheapest is the free bus to Birmingham International station then a train into Solihull (around £3).
Use a contactless card for capped daily transport; buy supermarket meal deals for lunch; visit free parks like Malvern Park or Tudor Grange Park.
Bon à savoir — Solihull
Type G · 230V
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$1 ≈ £0.75 · GBP
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Solihull, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Premier Inn
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Halifax — 400 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · Boots — 502 m · ~6 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →S’entourer
Find train tickets →Birmingham Airport (BHX) → Station Approach Bed and Breakfast, Solihull
💡 Avoid rank taxis at peak times; pre-book a local firm like Andy Cars or see if the B&B can arrange a set fare.
Birmingham Airport, Stand B → Solihull Town Centre (opposite B&B)
💡 Board at the airport arrivals forecourt. Get off at 'Solihull Town Centre' stop – the B&B is a 2-minute walk via Station Approach.
Solihull Bus Station (5-min walk from B&B) → Birmingham City Centre (Bullring)
💡 Sit on the left side for views of the countryside near Shirley. Use contactless – same capping as Swift card.
Birmingham International (connected to airport by free Air-Rail link) → Solihull Station (150m from B&B)
💡 Buy a return if you’re going into Birmingham city centre — it’s cheaper than two singles and the same ticket works on the link.
À propos de Solihull
Wikipedia ↗
Solihull ( SO(H)L-ee-hul, SOH-lee-HUL) is a market town in the Metropolitan Borough of Solihull in the West Midlands county, England. Solihull is situated on the River Blythe in the Forest of Arden area. The town had a population of 126,577 at the 2021 census, and the wider metropolitan borough had ...
Questions fréquemment posées
What are the best rooms at Premier Inn?
Consider room 1-3 on floors 1-2 for a quieter stay, as these are located away from the lift and station road. These rooms also tend to be closer to the rear of the building, reducing noise from the nearby road.
Which rooms should I avoid at Premier Inn?
Avoid rooms on floors 4-5, as these are closer to the lift and station road, making them noisier. Additionally, rooms near the service entrance on floors 3-5 may experience occasional noise from delivery and service staff.
Is Premier Inn noisy?
Guests may experience noise from station road, especially during rush hour, as well as occasional noise from the lift and service entrance.
Which rooms have the best views at Premier Inn?
Unfortunately, the hotel's orientation and location do not offer any notable views, as it is situated on a busy road.
What are insider tips for staying at Premier Inn?
Arrive early to secure parking, as the hotel's car park can fill up quickly, especially during peak travel seasons. Request a room with a bath if you prefer, as some rooms on floors 1-3 offer this as an option.
What time is check-in at Premier Inn?
Check-in at Premier Inn is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Premier Inn have Wi-Fi?
Free for 30 minutes; £5 for 24 hours; login via Premier Inn app or room key card
Is there a city or tourist tax at Premier Inn?
£3.50 per night (subject to change)
Where can I eat cheaply near Premier Inn?
A meal deal (sandwich, snack, drink) from a supermarket or a café lunch costs around £5-7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Premier Inn?
A single bus fare is about £2; a day pass £4-5. From Birmingham Airport, the cheapest is the free bus to Birmingham International station then a train into Solihull (around £3).
When is the best time to visit Solihull?
May, June, September. Midsummer warmth without the July-August school-holiday rush. Crowds at Touchwood and nearby Balsall Common are manageable. Expect 18–22°C and long, light evenings.
Principales attractions à Solihull
💡 Arrive just before the midday bell ringing practice (usually Wednesday or Saturday at 11:45) to see the tower from the inside—just ask the ringers nicely.
💡 Check the library’s events board for free Saturday morning story-telling sessions for children—often themed around local history with crafts included.
💡 Bring a specific question or a family name—the volunteer archivists are very knowledgeable and will dig out maps or census records you won’t find online. Best visited on weekday mornings when they’re less busy.
💡 The lavender garden near the lake is at its best in late July. Feed the ducks but bring your own bird seed—the on-site vending machines often run out.
💡 Park at the Waitrose end of the retail park and start walking anti-clockwise—the best river views are in the first kilometre. Keep an ear out for the green woodpecker in the orchard section.