Bournville House & Cafe

Birmingham 52.42450000, -1.93428800 , 218 Mary Vale Road Bournville (Show on Map)
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Summary of reviewsBournville House & Café consistently receives high praise for its location, breakfast, rooms, cleanliness, staff and beds, making it a highly recommended option for guests. Situated in the serene and atmospheric area of Bournville, it offers easy access to key attractions such as Cadbury World and the University of Birmingham, as well as being close to the Bournville train station. The neighborhood is both beautiful and safe, providing an ideal base for exploring central Birmingham and surrounding areas.

The breakfast experience at Bournville House & Café stands out with its high-quality, delicious and freshly cooked options, including the favored Full English breakfast. The attached café with its charming ambiance and friendly service further enhances the pleasant dining experience.

The rooms are frequently described as comfortable, cozy and spacious, featuring modern and tasteful decor. Guests appreciate the well-appointed amenities such as good-sized beds, fridges, tea and coffee facilities and Netflix. Cleanliness is a standout feature with rooms and bathrooms consistently praised for their immaculate and well-maintained condition.

Staff at Bournville House & Café are commended for their warmth, friendliness and exceptional service. Guests feel welcomed and at home, thanks to the accommodating and helpful nature of the hosts and other staff members.

While the free WiFi service has room for improvement, particularly in certain rooms and there are occasional lapses in cleanliness, the overall guest experience remains positive. The comfort of the beds, often described as exceptionally soft and supportive, adds to the restful and enjoyable stay.

Despite some minor drawbacks, such as issues with the WiFi and isolated incidents with room conditions, Bournville House & Café provides a charming, comfortable and welcoming environment. It offers good value for money, making it a delightful choice for visitors.
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Room Types
Deluxe Double Room Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. This double room features a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and an outdoor dining area. The unit offers 1 bed.

Deluxe Double Room Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The double room offers a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, as well as garden views. The unit has 2 beds.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room Providing free toiletries, this twin/double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. This twin/double room features a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and an outdoor dining area. The unit offers 2 beds.

Standard Double Room Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The double room's kitchenette, which has a refrigerator, is available for cooking and storing food. Boasting an outdoor dining area, this double room also features a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit has 1 bed.

Guest Reviews
7.9
Good
Location
Bournville House & Cafe boasts a superb location that is highly praised by guests. Situated in the serene and peaceful area of Bournville, it is conveniently close to key attractions such as Cadbury World and the University of Birmingham. Guests appreciate the easy access to public transportation with Bournville train station just a short walk away, making it an ideal base for exploring central Birmingham and surrounding areas.

The neighborhood is described as beautiful and atmospheric, offering a calm and safe environment. The hotel's location is also noted for being in a lovely area with plenty of good restaurants nearby, adding to the overall convenience. It's ideally situated for those visiting the Royal Orthopaedics Hospital and other local points of interest.

Despite being on a busy junction, which brings some traffic, the location still garners high marks for fulfilling the needs of various visitors, whether they are on a quick visit or an extended stay. Overall, Bournville House & Cafe's location is consistently highlighted as a significant advantage, providing excellent value for money and meeting guests' needs comprehensively.

Breakfast
Bournville House & Cafe offers a highly praised breakfast experience for guests. Many reviews highlight the excellent quality of the food with descriptions ranging from delicious and hot to freshly cooked and tasty. The Full English breakfast is a particular favorite, offering good value for money. The café attached to the B&B provides a lovely ambiance and great service, making breakfast an enjoyable part of the stay. Guests appreciate the variety and quality of options available, including unique offerings like a delicious Spanish omelette.

The staff is frequently mentioned as friendly and accommodating, ensuring a pleasant dining experience. Some reviews note the cafe downstairs as the primary location for breakfast, where food is consistently described as amazing or exceptional. However, there are mentions of minor inconveniences, such as the café being closed on Sundays, leading to breakfast being served in rooms instead. Despite this, the breakfast packs provided are also well-liked.

In summary, Bournville House & Cafe delivers a superb breakfast experience with high-quality food, friendly service and a charming cafe setting, making it a standout feature for guests.

Rooms
Bournville House & Cafe offers a comfortable and cozy stay with rooms that are consistently praised for their cleanliness and spaciousness. Guests appreciate the tasteful and modern decor, which adds a touch of elegance and warmth to their experience. The rooms are well-appointed, featuring good-sized beds, fridges and facilities for tea and coffee, providing all the necessary amenities for a pleasant stay.

Many guests found the rooms to be spacious with large, comfortable beds and spotless en suites. The bathrooms are frequently described as immaculate and modern with ample space even in the shower areas. The comfort level is enhanced by features such as proper coffee and Netflix available on the in-room TV.

Visitors also enjoyed the views from their rooms, whether overlooking the back garden, café area or a quiet, busy junction. The overall ambience is welcoming, thanks to the tasteful decor and the rooms being beautifully decorated and bright.

Cleanliness is a standout feature with guests repeatedly noting how spotless their rooms were upon arrival. While a few mentioned the decor being dated in some rooms, this did not detract from the overall comfort and warmth they experienced.

The location of Bournville House & Cafe is also highlighted as perfect for visiting family and central to key areas. Additionally, the delicious breakfasts and lovely beer garden enhance the overall guest experience, making it a delightful place to stay.

Beds
Bournville House & Cafe has received numerous praises for its accommodations, particularly regarding the comfort of its beds. Guests frequently describe the beds as very comfortable with some even saying they are the most comfortable they have ever slept in. The terms super comfy, extremely soft mattress and exceedingly comfortable beds come up repeatedly in the reviews.

The rooms themselves are noted to be well-maintained and clean, often decorated to complement the aesthetic of the area and building. Many guests found the overall stay to be very comfortable with specific mentions of supportive and thick duvets, large beds and excellent mattresses.

However, there are a few isolated remarks about issues with bed slats and the occasional creaky bed. Despite these few drawbacks, the majority of guest feedback highlights the exceptional comfort of the beds, making Bournville House & Cafe a highly recommended choice for a restful stay.

Cleanliness
Bournville House & Cafe generally excels in cleanliness and comfort, according to guest reviews. Many guests found the rooms to be very clean, spacious and warm, often describing them as spotlessly clean and well-maintained. The bathrooms received consistent praise for being clean, neat and well-furnished. The overall property environment was similarly noted for its tidiness and tasteful decor.

However, there were occasional lapses in cleanliness, including some reports of dusty plates and cutlery and stained or old bedding. One guest mentioned a significant cleaning oversight with blood-stained pillows, while others pointed out specific issues like a persistent smell in the bathroom and dirty carpets. In spite of these isolated incidents, the consistent feedback about clean and comfortable rooms along with a cozy, warm atmosphere underscores that Bournville House & Cafe is mostly reliable in maintaining a welcoming and hygienic space for guests. The combination of cleanliness and strategic location make it a good value stay.

Staff
Bournville House & Cafe receives high praise from guests for its warm and welcoming staff. The ladies running the Bed and Breakfast are noted for their friendliness, making guests feel right at home. Positive reviews highlight the helpfulness of the owners, who go the extra mile to prepare the rooms and provide excellent communication regarding access. Guests appreciate the accommodating nature of the proprietors and the great hosts who ensure a quiet and comfortable stay.

The staff, including the cook and the young lady serving breakfast, are repeatedly mentioned for their politeness, friendliness and superb service. Many guests have enjoyed the excellent attention from the team, particularly during breakfast, which is described as a lovely experience.

Despite a single mention of a rude interaction via text, the overwhelming consensus reflects a very friendly, helpful and accommodating environment. The cafe downstairs also receives commendation for the friendly and helpful demeanor of the individual running it. Overall, Bournville House & Cafe is highlighted for its great value and the lovely, welcoming staff that contribute to an enjoyable stay.

Wi-Fi
The WiFi experience at Bournville House & Cafe appears to be mixed. While guests found the WiFi to work well in common areas such as the café, its performance in some of the rooms leaves much to be desired. Room 3, in particular, frequently receives complaints about weak or non-existent signals. Some guests noted sporadic connectivity and issues with the WiFi signal not reaching certain bedrooms. A few reviewers mentioned decent WiFi performance, but these instances seem to be exceptions rather than the norm. Overall, the WiFi service at Bournville House & Cafe has room for improvement, especially in guest rooms where connectivity is often a concern.

3 Star
Bournville House & Cafe has garnered mixed, yet generally positive feedback regarding its facilities and services, often praised for its friendly staff and good value for money. The ambiance is described as nice and welcoming with clean and comfortable rooms. While the furnishings are noted to be simple and not as depicted in photos, the overall atmosphere is deemed pleasant for a stay. Breakfast offerings have varying opinions; some guests found them particularly good, while others felt they were merely average or were disappointed by the lack of a cooked breakfast.

Despite these commendable aspects, there are several areas where the experience could be improved. Some guests were dissatisfied due to the difficult access to the property, unexpected room changes and conflicting checkout information. Additionally, issues like dampness in rooms and the dissatisfaction with room size caused some guests to cut their stay short. Nonetheless, for those with modest expectations, Bournville House & Cafe is a suitable accommodation option providing standard amenities at a reasonable price.


No, Bournville House & Cafe doesn't have any pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Bournville House & Cafe.

No, Bournville House & Cafe doesn't allow dogs.

No, parking facilities aren't available at Bournville House & Cafe.

No, Bournville House & Cafe doesn't have a gym.

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