Best Western Plough And Harrow Hotel Birmingham, Birmingham - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

135 Hagley Road, Birmingham, United Kingdom, B16 8LS

Best Western Plough And Harrow Hotel, a 4-star property in leafy Edgbaston, earned the Egon Ronay Hotel of the Year award in 1984. The Victorian red-brick building features extensive gardens, conference facilities measuring 2,153 square feet, and comprehensive safety systems including carbon monoxide detectors and first aid kits.

Tech-Ready Modern Rooms

All guestrooms at Best Western Plough & Harrow Hotel include laptop-friendly workspaces and free WiFi. Select rooms offer seating areas and garden views, with amenities including tea/coffee makers and safes.

Dining and Bar Options

The Terrace Restaurant serves hot and cold buffet breakfast daily from 7-9 AM. Beauforts Bar operates Monday through Thursday from 6:30-8:30 PM, offering classic British dishes.

Business Meeting Facilities

The Plough and Harrow Hotel maintains five meeting rooms accommodating up to 120 guests. A comfortable lounge provides space for casual meetings and relaxation.

Central City Location

Situated less than a mile from the International Convention Centre and National Indoor Arena. Birmingham Botanical Gardens, LEGOLAND Discovery Centre, and Broad Street are within walking distance.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Double Room

Max:

2 persons

36 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Standard Double Room

Max:

2 persons

36 m²

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2 Single beds

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Executive King Room

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2 persons

36 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Center

Birmingham 1.7 mi

Airports

Birmingham (BHX) 11.0 mi

East Midlands (EMA) 42.6 mi

Train

Birmingham New Street 1.3 mi

Birmingham Snow Hill 1.4 mi

Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

GBP 15 per day

Baggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

No smoking on site
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Baggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Special diet menus

Business

Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs
Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Garden area
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
Direct dial telephone
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

135 Hagley Road, Birmingham, United Kingdom, B16 8LS

Map view

street view

135 Hagley Road, Birmingham, United Kingdom, B16 8LS

City landmarks

Gallery

Gas Hall Exhibition Gallery

1.7 mi

Gallery

Ikon Gallery

1.2 mi

Aquarium

National SEA LIFE Centre Birmingham

1.2 mi

Monuments and Landmarks

Joseph Sturge memorial

4100 ft

Garden

The Birmingham Botanical Gardens

4600 ft

Waterworks Road Edgbaston

Perrott's Folly

2000 ft

50 - 54 Inge St / 55 - 63 Hurst St

Birmingham Back to Backs

1.3 mi

Church

Saint Philip's Cathedral

1.4 mi

Warstone Ln./Vyse St. Hockley

Chamberlain Clock

1.2 mi

Art object

Statue of Horatio Nelson

1.5 mi

Mall

Brindley Place

1.2 mi

Museums

Museum of the Jewellery Quarter

1.4 mi

Church

Saint Martin in the Bull Ring

1.5 mi

Centenary Sq.

Hall of Memory

1.4 mi

Events

International Convention Centre Birmingham

1.3 mi

Libraries

Library of Birmingham

1.4 mi

Gallery

Barber Institute of Fine Arts

1.5 mi

Mall

The Cube

1.1 mi

5 St. Philips Place

Burnaby Memorial

1.4 mi

Square

Centenary Square

1.4 mi

Warstone Road/Vyse Street and surrounding areas

Jewellery Quarter

1.2 mi

Broad St.

Three Wise Men

1.4 mi

Square

Oozells Square

1.3 mi

Museums

Coffin Works

1.7 mi

Five Ways

Five Ways Clock

3400 ft

Marina

Sherborne Wharf

1.0 mi

Garden

Peace Gardens

1.3 mi

Gas Street Basin Gas Street

Gas Street Basin

1.4 mi

9 Margaret Street

Birmingham and Midland Institute

1.8 mi

Nearby

Church

Birmingham Oratory

1200 ft

Restaurants

Plough and Harrow Hotel

0 ft

135 Hagley Road

Praza

3500 ft

94-96 Hagley Rd

Sicilian Pizza

2200 ft

163 Hagley Road

Mr.Idly

2200 ft

169-171 Hagley Road

The Physician

4700 ft

36 Harborne Road Edgbaston

Meeple Mayhem

2200 ft

226 Monument Road

Johnny Wong's

2600 ft

197 Hagley Road

Lychee Garden

2600 ft

189 Hagley Road Edgbaston

Ivy Bush Inn

2600 ft

181 Hagley Road

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

56%

enjoyed the hotel and would happily stay again

5.6/10

Guest rating

Rooms

6.6

Location

7.2

Service

6.8

Dining

5.5

Mia

United Kingdom, March 2025

5.2/10

My stay at the Best Western Plough And Harrow Hotel was a mixed bag. The spacious room was comfortable and well-maintained, but the noise from weddings at night was disruptive. Additionally, an unfortunate incident with my car left me frustrated, as the staff did not handle it well, which impacted my overall experience.

Rooms

7.0

The room I stayed in was large and cozy, providing ample space, though it was in an older part of the hotel. The bathroom was of high quality and very clean, which was a plus.

Service

5.0

While some staff were friendly and helpful, my experience with addressing the car incident was disappointing. I received little support, and it felt like they didn’t care about the issue.

Location

8.0

The hotel was conveniently located for exploring Birmingham and had good parking facilities, which was a major plus for me as a driver.

Dining

6.0

Breakfast was nice, but items were running out quickly and not replaced, which was disappointing. I had hoped for a more varied selection each morning.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel had decent amenities, but the broken CCTV in the parking area was concerning and seemed to indicate a lack of attention to detail in facility maintenance.

Liam

United Kingdom, March 2025

5.6/10

I recently stayed at the Best Western Plough And Harrow Hotel, and my experience had both highlights and areas for improvement. The staff were consistently friendly and helpful, making me feel welcome right from check-in. I found my room clean and spacious, though I couldn't help but notice the decor felt a bit dated and could use a refresh. The breakfast did offer a decent variety, but my experience was marred by some mishaps, like waiting for items that ran out. Overall, I would consider staying again, especially for the comfortable bed and good service.

Rooms

7.0

The room was spacious and clean, featuring a comfortable bed, yet it felt quite dated and in need of updating.

Service

9.0

Staff members were incredibly friendly and attentive, consistently going above and beyond to assist with my needs.

Location

8.0

The hotel is conveniently located, being easy to walk to attractions and close to dining options, but accessing via the road can be tricky.

Dining

6.0

Breakfast had a good selection, but I faced issues with items running out and had to request assistance several times.

Facilities

5.0

Parking was available, but I was disappointed that it incurred an extra fee, which seemed unnecessary for guests.

Frank

United Kingdom, February 2025

5.0/10

My stay at the Best Western Plough And Harrow Hotel was quite enjoyable with its charming historical ambiance and a comfortable bed that let me sleep soundly. The delicious breakfast and friendly staff were standout features of my stay. However, the traffic situation around the hotel during my arrival created some delays, and I found the pillows to be uncomfortable, which affected my rest overall.

Rooms

7.0

The room I stayed in was clean and spacious, but the pillows left much to be desired. Although the décor was in line with the hotel's period charm, it felt slightly dated. My overall comfort was impacted by this, even though the bed itself was very cozy.

Service

9.0

The staff were very attentive and friendly, ensuring I felt welcome throughout my stay. They were quick to resolve any issues and offered great service during breakfast that was plentiful and satisfying.

Location

7.0

The hotel is set away from the busy city environment, which I appreciated. However, I did experience some traffic delays upon my arrival due to the busy main road it is situated on, which made getting a taxi somewhat challenging.

Dining

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offered good parking facilities, and I appreciated the beautiful outdoor spaces that added to its appeal. I also found the bar area to have a lively atmosphere, perfect for winding down after a busy day.

Nigel

United Kingdom, January 2025

6.6/10

I enjoyed my stay at the Best Western Plough And Harrow Hotel, particularly appreciating the spaciousness and cleanliness of my room. However, I found the breakfast experience quite disappointing, as many items were missing or took too long to be replenished. While the location is excellent for accessing Birmingham's attractions, the hotel decor felt a bit outdated and lacked character.

Rooms

6.0

My room was spacious and clean, but the decor felt uninspired and there were some issues with noise from neighboring rooms.

Service

6.0

The reception staff were friendly and helpful, which made me feel welcome, but I found the dining staff a bit uncoordinated during breakfast.

Location

7.0

The location is great for accessing the city center, although the roadworks around Five Ways made getting out a bit tricky.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast was a letdown, with missing items and slow replenishment, but there were some good choices on the menu.

Facilities

5.0

The parking was very convenient, and the free Wi-Fi worked well, but the heating issues in my room were very uncomfortable.

Sawyer

United Kingdom, January 2025

5.8/10

My stay at the Best Western Plough And Harrow was a mixed bag. While the gardens were beautiful and the bed in my room was very comfortable, I encountered several issues that detracted from my experience, such as the distant location of my room and chaotic breakfast service. Overall, it had its charm but could use some improvements.

Rooms

6.0

My room was clean and spacious, but it felt a bit dated and was located far from the reception and bar, which was inconvenient.

Service

5.0

The reception staff was friendly, but during breakfast, the service felt chaotic with only one person managing multiple tasks, which led to delays.

Location

6.0

The hotel is situated right on a busy road, which was less ideal than I expected, though it was easy to reach attractions in Birmingham.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast started quite late, and when I finally arrived, I found the food unprepared, which meant more waiting around; the dining area was also chaotic.

Facilities

5.0

The hotel offered good parking facilities, though I found it disappointing that I had to pay for parking on its own grounds.