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The 10 Best Hostels in Birmingham, UK

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Located in Birmingham’s city centre, the Central Backpackers is just a 1-minute walk from the National Express Coach Station and the Bull Ring shopping centre is only 5 minutes’ walk away. Free Wi-Fi is available.

I loved my stay there and if I visit Birmingham again that's the place I'll book for my stay, the staff was excellent and kind, the rooms and common areas were spotless, and the bunks were roomy and had thick privacy curtains which I really liked, also the outlets were fitted with usb outlets too which came in handy. Also during check out you could leave your stuff at a separate locked room until you were ready to leave at no extra charge I'd definitely go back and I'd recommend the hostel to anyone

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7.7
Good
3,037 reviews
Price from
$24
per night

Located in Birmingham and with Museum of the Jewellery Quarter reachable within 3.6 km, MM Short Stays provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. The property is situated 3.7 km from Villa Park, 5 km from Arena Birmingham and 5.1 km from The ICC-Birmingham. Library of Birmingham is 5.4 km away and Brindleyplace is 6.7 km from the hostel.

I like the location, very quiet, and good access to bus straight to the city,and shopping possibility for food stuffs. Lidl

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4.6
Review score
25 reviews
Price from
$32
per night

At the hostel, every room includes a desk. The rooms have a coffee machine, a flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box, while selected rooms also boast a terrace and some have garden views. At Mara Boutique Apartaments every room is fitted with bed linen and towels.

Was a beautiful clean apartment, Everything we needed was there .

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8.3
Very Good
79 reviews
Price from
$120
per night

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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.
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Hostels that guests love in Birmingham

  • 7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 155 reviews
    Cheap stay. Close to the town. Staff was helpful over the phone
    Ash
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $168.84
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,788 reviews
    Great location very clean and the car park was very safe and secure and one of the cheapest in that area. Rooms was good size and bed very comfortable. Shower was great and the room temperature was great
    Rob
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $49.85
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,037 reviews
    The location was good The hostel is very cheap and the beds in the four bedded room was spacious and not squeaky. The heater was working okay. The toilet was extremely clean and well-maintained. The hotel is not expensive at all though I must say breakfast is very basic. However, I understand that in a tight budget one has to be careful with what is provided in breakfast.
    shakya
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $49.85
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,037 reviews
    Location was okay close to bus station but hostel excellent. Clean, modern, friendly staff.also very safe and bunks are great they have privacy curtains. Offered a breakfast too. Would stay again. Price was cheap too. I recommend.
    Neil
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $57.34
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,564 reviews
    was welcomed by the really lovely staff in the stylish reception. it has to be the best hostels I have ever stayed in, it was actually a treat! felt very safe and comfortable.
    Stephanie
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $71.16
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 12,579 reviews
    Great location near the 02 academy, exactly what we needed for an overnight for a gig. Cheap, basic, safe, clean and warm. Comfy enough, I didn’t find it noisy at all which surprised me.
    J
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $49.85
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,037 reviews
    + surprisingly SUPER-CLEAN as for cheap backpackers hostels standards + Very comfortable beds + All necessary facilities + Late check-in/out + Luggage storage
    Mart87
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $71.16
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 12,579 reviews
    cheap, great location and safe parking
    Thomas
    Family with young children
  • 7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,260 reviews
    Great location easy to get to, Safe on site parking cheap easy to find Clean room Coffee and tea in room Staff friendly and welcoming
    amy
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $49.85
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,037 reviews
    The one of the best hostel in UK. Lovely staff , heated against many cheap rooms here and there. About ten mins walk to city centre. Warmly offering!
    Zoltan
    Solo traveler

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