Westside
Birmingham
Popular places to visit
International Convention Centre
Remarkably elegant and extremely well-equipped, Birmingham’s most ambitious venue hosts more than 350 different events every year.
Broad Street
During your visit to Birmingham, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Broad Street. Discover the lively bars and great live music in this family-friendly area.
Symphony Hall
Take in the cream of the musical world at this fabulous concert venue, considered one of the finest of its kind in the world.
The Mailbox
This upmarket shopping centre is the perfect place for some retail therapy or an atmospheric canal-side meal.
National SEA LIFE Centre
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life who live at National SEA LIFE Centre during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Brindleyplace
After visiting Brindleyplace, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Birmingham. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour
Birmingham: SEA LIFE + LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Combo Ticket
2.5-Hours Walking Tour of Birmingham into Black Heritage Madiba
Top hotels in Westside
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
A very pleasant stay. Wonderful breakfast with such a wide selection. Staff very good and were happy to help. Would definitely recommend you book and stay at this hotel.
Reviewed on 3 Apr, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
Room was really clean Road was nice a quiet so got a really good night sleep, breakfast wasn’t so great not much options for vegetarians or people that don’t eat pork
Reviewed on 2 Apr, 2026
Malmaison Birmingham
Deluxe Club Double Room very large and comfortable. Always stay at Malmaison when stopping in Birmingham. Hotel very modern and well designed.
Reviewed on 3 Apr, 2026
ibis budget Birmingham Centre
Central place .rooms are extra small specially if you are bit overweight you have to think about staying in this hotel , didn’t took breakfast so not sure ,
Reviewed on 30 Mar, 2026
Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham
The hotel is in an excellent location, with easy access for driving and convenient on-site parking. I’d also highly recommend a visit to Pushkar next door—the food was outstanding, and it’s a real bonus that it’s linked to the hotel. The rooms were very comfortable, with cosy beds and modern, clean ...
Reviewed on 1 Apr, 2026
The Cube Hotel Birmingham
Room was booked for 27/28 March. Got a called on the 24th to say the room was unavailable and they were cancelling my room. All alternative hotel prices weee now up 50%. Had to cancel 1 days stay in birmingham and footed a train alteration fee. Will NEVER book at the cube again!
Reviewed on 29 Mar, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Westside
Convention Quarter
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Convention Quarter. Check out top attractions like Symphony Hall and Industry and Genius, and jump on the metro at Library Tram Stop or Brindley Place Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Birmingham City Centre
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Birmingham City Centre. Check out top attractions like Birmingham Cathedral and Victoria Square, and jump on the metro at Grand Central Tram Stop or Corporation Street Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Chinese Quarter
Chinese Quarter is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Birmingham Hippodrome and The Arcadian while in the area.
Colmore Business District
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Colmore Business District. Top attractions like Birmingham Cathedral and Victoria Square are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Bull Street Station or Corporation Street Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Jewellery Quarter
Shopping, restaurants and theatres are just a few things travellers like about Jewellery Quarter. Sights like TeamSport Indoor Karting Gosport and Chamberlain Clock are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Birmingham area at Jewellery Quarter Tram Stop.
Edgbaston
Take time in Edgbaston to visit attractions like Hagley Road and Birmingham Botanical Gardens. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Edgbaston Village Station to see more of the city.
