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Hotel The Old Crown (Birmingham, United Kingdom)

Hotel The Old Crown (Birmingham, United Kingdom)

About The Old Crown

Travel through history at Birmingham's oldest inn, The Old Crown, built in 1386. The traditional Tudor residence is conveniently located one-kilometre from the Bullring Shopping Centre and features free Wi-Fi and parking. Cozy rooms sit above the cheery pub and private garden. Live the authentic Birmingham Mediaeval lifestyle with original architecture and shared bathrooms. Immerse yourself in historical Birmingham at the Old Crown Inn. Guests experience the accommodations of Queen Elizabeth I who stayed at the hotel for one night in 1575. The inn provides on site parking, restaurant and pub downstairs. It is situated in the main commercial area allowing you to enjoy the historical city centre just 900 metres away. Guests can enjoy classic complimentary full English breakfast. Rooms also have private coffee and tea kettle. Take a short 15-minute stroll to visit the Bullring shopping centre, Arcadian Centre and Alexandra Theatre.

Top amenities

  • WiFi in lobby
  • Free WiFi
  • Pool(Unavailable)
  • Spa(Unavailable)
  • Parking(Unavailable)
  • Pets(Unavailable)
  • A/C(Unavailable)
  • Restaurant
  • Hotel bar
  • Gym(Unavailable)

Rating overview

8.8
trivago Rating Index® based on 1247  reviews from:
  • Hotels.com(8.2/10)
  • LocationGood  7.6 / 10
  • RoomsGood  7.8 / 10
  • ServiceVery good  8.1 / 10

Positive Reviews

positive:

History comes alive.

Guests receive the full experience of traditional Birmingham at the Old Crown Inn. Modest accommodations create the perfect hideout for low maintenance history-buff guests. Staying at the Old Crown Inn is an exciting excursion on it’s own, in addition to

positive:

Lively pub.

The newly renovated pub and outdoor beer garden hosts lively crowds at night. The pub stays open late for guests to enjoy fine ales and exuberant conversation. In the morning, you can enjoy full free English breakfast at the pub which serves traditional h

positive:

Clean room.

Guests reported finding very clean rooms with fresh linens upon arrival, creating a pleasant picturesque antique holiday suite.


Negative Reviews

negative:

Thin walls.

Due to it's Medieval structure, the Old Crown Inn is known for having thin walls. Previous guests have reported noise travelling from the downstairs pub and beer garden into their rooms, as well as an ability to hear their neighbours television sets.

negative:

Few electric outlets.

Although there are telephones and televisions, there is a lack of electrical connection points. Again, due to the older nature of the building, many of the rooms in the inn lack electrical outlets. Guests might have trouble using multiple electronics. How

negative:

Slow service.

Some guests felt the front desk reception service and restaurant staff was rather unhurried... Perhaps this is just another feature suiting to the era?


All amenities

Property amenities
  1. Arcade/Video games
  2. Hotel bar
  3. Non-smoking rooms
  4. PC with internet
Room amenities
  1. Shower
  2. Openable windows
  3. Television
  4. Electric kettle
Sports facilities
  1. Bike rental
Accessibility
  1. Accessible bathroom

Arrival / Departure

  1. Check in: 14:00
  2. Check out: 10:00

Contact

188 High Street , B12 0LD , Birmingham , United Kingdom
Telephone: +44(121)2481368 | 

Frequently Asked Questions about The Old Crown

  • Is there a pool area at The Old Crown?

    No, The Old Crown doesn’t offer pool areas.

  • Are pets allowed at The Old Crown?

    No, The Old Crown doesn’t allow pets.

  • Is parking available at The Old Crown?

    No, The Old Crown doesn’t provide parking.

  • What time is check-in and check-out at The Old Crown?

    Check-in at The Old Crown is available from: . Check-out time is by .

  • Where is The Old Crown located?

    The Old Crown is located in 188 High Street, B12 0LD, Birmingham, United Kingdom.