TripAdvisor is known for being the place to go when looking for things to do in your city or on your travels.
The site’s Travellers Choice Awards took place this week showcasing destinations around the world. Sticking a bit closer to home, we’ve had a look at the best rated restaurants, bars and hotels in the city according to the review website.
Despite not making the best in the world listing from TripAdvisor, Birmingham still has plenty of places well worth checking out. Here’s a look at some of the top reccommendations.

9. The Clayton Hotel
At number 4 in the top hotels on TripAdvisor is The Clayton Hotel with four and a half stars from 3,949 reviews. Reviewer Bellaair said: “What a stay. So kind and pleasant. Our room was beautiful with a little cake and card to say welcome. Fabulous cocktails before we ventured into town.” | Clayton Hotel Management on TripAdvisor

10. Staying Cool at Rotunda
Staying Cool at Rotunda is fifth in the best rated hotels on TripAdvisor for a trip in Birmingham with four and a half stars from 1,253 reviews. User Jed O’Donnell said: “Compact clean and modern apartment and a perfect base for visiting the city, you cant get more centrally located right next to New Street Station and the Bullring. Superb views from 16th floor”. | Staying Cool at Rotunda management on TripAdvisor

11. The Beeches Hungry Horse
The Beeches has four and a half stars from 1,195 reviews and is the best rated bar on TripAdvisor. P3130SAjacobb said in his review : “Came to watch the football great atmosphere and great staff all hard working and friendly especially George couldn’t do enough for us”. | The Beeches Management on TripAdvisor

12. Pure Lunacy
Pure Lunacy is the second best rated bar in Birmingham on TripAdvisor with five star reviews from 248 people. Reviewer Gillbean69 said: “Absofreakinglutely brilliant venue. Most fun I’ve had in a long time. Kyla our server was so attentive and made us welcome from the minute we arrived. Definitely going back” | Pure Lunacy Management on TripAdvisor


