Grand Hotel Birmingham is based in Birmingham city centre, B3, and falls within Birmingham City Council. This spectacular Grade II*-listed hotel offers an exceptional combination of historic architecture, luxury hospitality and production-friendly spaces. Following an extensive recent restoration, the property brings together French Renaissance, Victorian, Arts & Crafts and 1920s Art Deco influences, providing an impressive variety of period and contemporary backdrops within one location.
One of the hotel’s standout spaces is the Grand Ballroom, an expansive 3,340 sq ft room featuring a Louis XIV-inspired aesthetic, double-height windows and original Art Deco chandeliers. Its pillarless construction provides uninterrupted sightlines. Elsewhere, there is a diverse collection of spaces including a speakeasy-style basement bar, Parisian-inspired cocktail lounge and New York-style brasserie.
The hotel’s varied architecture allows it to convincingly double for a number of different eras and locations, from historic London to luxury international settings. Its Birmingham city centre position also provides access to grand surrounding architecture and streetscapes, while offering the logistical advantages of shooting outside central London. Eight flexible breakout spaces can be used as production offices, green rooms or additional shoot areas.
With 185 luxury bedrooms and 185 bathrooms, the hotel can also accommodate cast, crew and clients directly on site, making it particularly practical for larger or multi-day productions.
Parking is available at the nearby B4 Car Park, approximately a five-minute walk from the hotel, with a 55% discount available on the standard parking charge. The nearest major public transport link is Birmingham New Street/Grand Central Station, approximately a five-minute walk from the property.
The hotel has standard power throughout, with three-phase power available within the event spaces for larger production requirements. A rear entrance provides an alternative route for loading, equipment and discreet cast or crew arrivals, and the property benefits from disabled access. Sound levels are generally suitable for sound filming.
