Aston Conference Centre, Birmingham

Hotel Description

In the heart of Birmingham, we are a fantastic option for contemporary accommodation. Whether it be for business or pleasure, the Aston Business School Conference Centre is the perfect place to stay.

The Aston Business School Conference Centre is set within the landscaped grounds of Aston University and has just undergone a 20 million face-lift. Adding 80 luxury bedrooms to the already excellent accommodation, taking the bed stock up to an impressive 163 rooms. Offering all guests exceptional food within a modern yet comfortable bar and restaurant.

The Conference Centre not only has 24 purpose built training rooms, it also offers its guests a range of accommodation from Classic rooms to luxury superior bedrooms, offering comfort and style whether for relaxing or working.

We also offer a selection of dining arrangments to accommodate a variety of events. The main restaurant seats 260 people and delievers creative, international culinary delights, catering for all dietry requirments and complimented by a thoughtfully selected wine list.

Designed to be a stylish retreat the lounge and bar area has a clean modern feel with splashes of colour and contrasting textures to excite the senses. An assortment of hot and cold snacks are available throughout the day for the lighter appetites.

For those who prefer something more energetic than relaxing in the lounge or campus gardens, there are fitness centres on campus which offer a number of facilities. A swimming pool and squash courts.

8/10 Overall rating

Guest Services

• General: Luggage Storage, Heating, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking, Elevator, Safety Deposit Box.
• Activities: Squash, Indoor Swimming Pool, Solarium.
• Services: Fax/Photocopying, Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Internet Services.

Restaurants and Bars

Please note, we would like to advise our clients that on the 12th July 2008 & 13th December 2008 we will not have a Restaurant or Bar facilities available.

We will however be able to offer Bed & Breakfast as normal.

Hotel Policies

Important!Policies may vary from these depending on your room, date & rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.

• Check In: 14:00  hours
• Check Out: 10:00  hours
• Cards accepted at the hotel: Visa,  Maestro,  American Express,  MasterCard,  Diner's Club
• Deposit: No deposit will be charged.
• Internet: Wireless Internet Hotspot is available in public areas and charges are applicable.
• Pets: Pets are not allowed.
• Parking: Free Private parking is possible on site.
• Extra Charges: VAT is included. Service charge is included. City/tourist tax is included.
• Children and extra beds: All children are welcome. All children under 5 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. There is no capacity for extra beds/cots in the room.
• Cancellations: If cancelled up to 1 day before the date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.

Directions

The venue is within 20 minutes walk of New Street, Snow Hill and Moor St train stations or only 5 minutes by taxi. With such excellent links, we would encourage the use of public transport to the Conference Centre.

By Car:
From the north-west or south-east (M6):
- Leave the M6 at junction 6 and travel towards Birmingham city centre (A38).
- Keep left and take the 3rd exit (Lancaster Circus) just after you pass the overhead end of motorway signs.
- At this island, take the 1st exit.

From the south-west (M5):
- Leave the M5 at junction 3 and travel along the Hagley Road (A456) towards the city centre.
- After about 5 miles, you will emerge from the Five Ways underpass into Broad Street.
- At Paradise Circus, take the 2nd exit and then after going through one underpass, come off the A38 at Lancaster Circus.
- Take the 3rd exit and follow the directions as above.

*Directions included in email booking confirmation