Hilton Birmingham Metropole

This sprawling upscale hotel is a 12-minute walk from the National Exhibition Centre, and a mile from both the National Motorcycle Museum and Birmingham International Airport. 

Sleek rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows, flat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi (fee), plus tea and coffeemaking facilities. Family rooms have sofabeds. Club-level rooms offer access to a lounge with free breakfast, snacks and drinks; suites add balconies and/or living rooms. Room service is available.

An airport shuttle is free. Other amenities include 2 casual restaurants, 2 bars and a coffee shop. There's also a heated indoor pool and a hot tub, plus a sauna and a gym.