The King's Arms by Innkeeper's Collection
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Summary of reviewsThe King's Arms by Innkeeper's Collection boasts a picturesque location beside the Grand Union Canal, offering a serene and charming setting ideal for leisurely walks and convenient travel connections. Its proximity to the M42 motorway and easy access to Birmingham, Solihull and the NEC make it a popular choice for both relaxation and business travel. Guests frequently praise the ample parking, canal-side beer garden and the friendly, welcoming staff, enhancing the overall peaceful and inviting atmosphere.
Guests highly commend the breakfast, noting the variety and quality of the cooked dishes, particularly the standout eggs benedict. The inclusion of vegetarian options and the consistently attentive and hospitable staff contribute to an excellent breakfast experience, despite minor criticisms of limited cereal and fresh fruit options. Overall, breakfast is seen as fulfilling, hot and of great quality, adding significant value to the stay.
Dinner at The King's Arms receives equally positive feedback with many guests applauding the excellent and high-standard meals. The restaurant offers a variety of reasonably priced options, including pizzas and traditional dishes, contributing to a delightful dining experience. While there are occasional criticisms regarding inconsistencies and suggestions for menu improvements, the overall dining experience is praised for its quality and variety.
The rooms, though small and compact, are appreciated for their cleanliness, modern refurbishments and stylish décor. Guests find the beds and pillows particularly comfortable, ensuring a restful night's sleep. The hospitality trays and thoughtful extras like playing cards add to the charm. Despite some guests finding the bathrooms compact, the overall value for money and comfortable, cozy atmosphere are highlighted.
Cleanliness throughout the hotel is consistently exceptional with guests noting the spotlessly clean rooms and well-maintained facilities. The staff's dedication to cleanliness enhances the overall comfort and satisfaction of the stay, making The King's Arms a reliable choice for those seeking a clean and comfortable environment.
The staff at The King's Arms are frequently commended for their friendliness, attentiveness and helpfulness. Standout individuals like Sophie and Gail receive special mentions for their excellent service, contributing significantly to the positive guest experience. While there are occasional mentions of less satisfactory interactions, the majority of feedback reflects a hospitable and professional team.
The beds at The King's Arms are consistently praised for their comfort with many guests noting them as some of the comfiest they've ever slept in. The overall quality of sleep and the availability of king-size beds significantly enhance the stay.
In summary, The King's Arms by Innkeeper's Collection offers a well-rounded and satisfying experience characterized by its beautiful location, excellent food offerings, high standards of cleanliness and exceptional staff. The combination of comfortable rooms and overall value for money makes it a highly recommended choice for both leisure and business travelers.
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Guests highly commend the breakfast, noting the variety and quality of the cooked dishes, particularly the standout eggs benedict. The inclusion of vegetarian options and the consistently attentive and hospitable staff contribute to an excellent breakfast experience, despite minor criticisms of limited cereal and fresh fruit options. Overall, breakfast is seen as fulfilling, hot and of great quality, adding significant value to the stay.
Dinner at The King's Arms receives equally positive feedback with many guests applauding the excellent and high-standard meals. The restaurant offers a variety of reasonably priced options, including pizzas and traditional dishes, contributing to a delightful dining experience. While there are occasional criticisms regarding inconsistencies and suggestions for menu improvements, the overall dining experience is praised for its quality and variety.
The rooms, though small and compact, are appreciated for their cleanliness, modern refurbishments and stylish décor. Guests find the beds and pillows particularly comfortable, ensuring a restful night's sleep. The hospitality trays and thoughtful extras like playing cards add to the charm. Despite some guests finding the bathrooms compact, the overall value for money and comfortable, cozy atmosphere are highlighted.
Cleanliness throughout the hotel is consistently exceptional with guests noting the spotlessly clean rooms and well-maintained facilities. The staff's dedication to cleanliness enhances the overall comfort and satisfaction of the stay, making The King's Arms a reliable choice for those seeking a clean and comfortable environment.
The staff at The King's Arms are frequently commended for their friendliness, attentiveness and helpfulness. Standout individuals like Sophie and Gail receive special mentions for their excellent service, contributing significantly to the positive guest experience. While there are occasional mentions of less satisfactory interactions, the majority of feedback reflects a hospitable and professional team.
The beds at The King's Arms are consistently praised for their comfort with many guests noting them as some of the comfiest they've ever slept in. The overall quality of sleep and the availability of king-size beds significantly enhance the stay.
In summary, The King's Arms by Innkeeper's Collection offers a well-rounded and satisfying experience characterized by its beautiful location, excellent food offerings, high standards of cleanliness and exceptional staff. The combination of comfortable rooms and overall value for money makes it a highly recommended choice for both leisure and business travelers.
Small Hotel
The King's Arms offers a cozy and intimate experience as part of the Innkeeper's Collection. It provides a charming atmosphere with comfortable accommodations and a traditional pub setting.
Family Friendly Hotel
4-Star Hotel
Guest Reviews
Nestled beside the Grand Union Canal, The King's Arms by Innkeeper's Collection boasts a picturesque and serene setting that attracts guests with its charm and convenience. Ideal for leisurely canal walks and morning strolls, the hotel's location is frequently praised for its beauty and peaceful atmosphere. Its proximity to the M42 motorway makes it an excellent choice for travelers needing a convenient stopover during long journeys and those visiting trade fairs in Birmingham.
Guests appreciate the ample parking available and the lovely canal-side beer garden, which contributes to the relaxed and welcoming ambiance of the hotel. The location is also noted for its suitability to access nearby Birmingham, Knowle, Solihull and the NEC, offering a variety of dining options and activities within close reach.
The staff's friendliness, coupled with good facilities and clean rooms, enhances the overall experience, making it a perfect spot for both relaxation and adventure. Whether visiting friends, exploring the local area or simply enjoying the picturesque canal views, The King's Arms ensures a delightful and convenient stay.
The King's Arms by Innkeeper's Collection is highly praised for its breakfast offerings, according to the reviews. Guests found the cooked breakfast to be of excellent quality with standout dishes such as eggs benedict being described as the best breakfast ever. Many highlighted the variety and freshly made selections available, pointing out that the breakfast was perfect, superb and amazing. The inclusion of vegetarian options and the quality of food were particularly noted with guests appreciating the fresh and delicious meals that met high expectations.
The staff received compliments for their attentiveness and hospitality, ensuring guests felt welcome and well-cared for during their breakfast experience. The breakfast service was consistently praised as timely and proactive, enhancing the overall positive experience. Despite some minor criticisms regarding the limited availability of certain items like cereals, fresh fruit and yoghurt, the overall sentiment was that the breakfast was fulfilling, hot and of great quality.
Guests mentioned the breakfast performed well in terms of value for money and the inclusion of breakfast in room pricing was seen as a positive aspect. While there were occasional remarks about some inconsistencies in the cooked breakfast orders and a few dishes not meeting expectations, the general consensus was that The King's Arms provided a fantastic start to the day with their breakfast offerings.
The King's Arms by Innkeeper's Collection offers a dining experience that has left many guests highly satisfied. Guests frequently commend the dinner, describing it as excellent, lovely and of a very high standard. The restaurant impresses with its great food and lovely meals with many singling out the superb evening meals and excellent dinners. Breakfast also receives high praise, often described as superb and fantastic.
The menu offers a variety of options, including pizzas and more traditional dishes and the quality of the food is frequently lauded. The overall dining experience is noted to be reasonably priced. Many guests are pleasantly surprised by the high standard of the restaurant with some even calling it brilliant and amazing.
However, some reviews point out inconsistencies. There are mentions of occasional disappointments, such as reheated leftovers and undercooked items, as well as issues with the value for money and specific dietary accommodations. Feedback also indicates that dinner service can be inconsistent and menu improvements are suggested.
In summary, while The King's Arms generally provides a delightful dining experience that many guests thoroughly enjoy, there are occasional lapses that indicate a need for continual monitoring and improvement in service consistency and menu offerings.
The King's Arms by Innkeeper's Collection offers a unique blend of charm and comfort in a historic setting. Although the rooms tend to be small and compact, they are beautifully decorated and spotlessly clean, reflecting modern refurbishments and high standards. Guests appreciate the cleanliness and cozy atmosphere, noting that despite their size, the rooms are well-maintained and equipped with everything needed for a comfortable stay.
The beds and pillows receive high praise for their comfort, ensuring a good night's sleep. Many enjoy the thoughtful extra touches provided, such as hospitality trays and even playing cards in the rooms. The bathrooms, while compact, are described as new and modern with some guests finding them a bit too small for convenience.
The overall impression is that the rooms, despite their size, offer excellent value for money with a high level of comfort and stylish décor. Rooms like number 12 stand out for their luxurious feel and well-sized bathrooms. Free parking and the charming, old pub ambiance add to the appeal, making it a well-regarded choice for travelers looking for a comfortable and characterful place to stay.
The beds at The King's Arms by Innkeeper's Collection consistently receive high praise from guests for their comfort. Phrases like 'comfy bed', 'comfortable bed' and 'bed was extremely comfortable' appear frequently in reviews, highlighting the restful experience. Guests have noted that the beds are one of the comfiest they have ever slept in with some mentioning the appeal of having a king size bed. The majority of feedback reflects positively on the quality of sleep provided, making it clear that the beds contribute significantly to a pleasant stay. While there are occasional mentions of beds being hard or just satisfactory, the overarching sentiment is that the inn offers great, super comfortable beds that enhance the overall guest experience.
The King's Arms by Innkeeper's Collection consistently impresses with its exceptional cleanliness. Guests frequently highlight the pristine condition of the rooms and bathrooms, using descriptions like spotlessly clean and extremely clean. The hotel's dedication to maintaining a high standard of cleanliness extends throughout the entire property, resulting in uniformly clean and tidy spaces. Visitors appreciate the clean, comfortable beds and fresh, clean sheets, contributing to a restful stay.
The bathrooms receive particular praise for being spacious and modern while also impeccably clean. Guests describe their rooms as comfortable and warm with facilities, including towels, being well-maintained. Despite a few isolated mentions of cutlery cleanliness issues, the overall cleanliness in the hotel is rated satisfactory to very clean. The King's Arms by Innkeeper's Collection demonstrates an evident commitment to cleanliness, making it a reliable choice for travelers seeking a clean and comfortable stay.
Guests repeatedly highlight the exceptional staff at The King’s Arms by Innkeeper's Collection, often using terms like friendly, lovely and helpful to describe their interactions. The staff's politeness and attentiveness are frequently commended with several guests noting the warm welcome they received upon arrival. Many emphasize the accommodating and obliging nature of the team, which significantly enhanced their stay.
There are numerous mentions of standout individuals like Sophie, who was described as amazing and Gail, often praised for her excellent service and charming demeanor during breakfast. Guests appreciate the prompt and efficient service, noting that staff go out of their way to assist and ensure comfort.
However, there are occasional mentions of less satisfactory interactions with comments on inattentive or uninterested staff members and unresolved situations. Despite these few criticisms, the majority of feedback paints a picture of a hospitable and professional team that elevates the overall experience at the hotel.
The King's Arms by Innkeeper's Collection consistently meets expectations with its clean and comfortable environment. Guests commend the hotel's very good standard and see it as good value for money. The food offerings are notable with all dishes deemed amazing and the breakfast particularly excellent.
Service at the hotel stands out, being characterized as very good, efficient and attentive. The staff earn high marks for their friendly and helpful attitudes. The establishment is also praised for its convenience due to its good location and guests appreciate the recently refurbished, lovely rooms. Overall, the hotel offers a functional and well-priced stay with a strong emphasis on cleanliness and guest satisfaction.
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Guests appreciate the ample parking available and the lovely canal-side beer garden, which contributes to the relaxed and welcoming ambiance of the hotel. The location is also noted for its suitability to access nearby Birmingham, Knowle, Solihull and the NEC, offering a variety of dining options and activities within close reach.
The staff's friendliness, coupled with good facilities and clean rooms, enhances the overall experience, making it a perfect spot for both relaxation and adventure. Whether visiting friends, exploring the local area or simply enjoying the picturesque canal views, The King's Arms ensures a delightful and convenient stay.
Breakfast
The staff received compliments for their attentiveness and hospitality, ensuring guests felt welcome and well-cared for during their breakfast experience. The breakfast service was consistently praised as timely and proactive, enhancing the overall positive experience. Despite some minor criticisms regarding the limited availability of certain items like cereals, fresh fruit and yoghurt, the overall sentiment was that the breakfast was fulfilling, hot and of great quality.
Guests mentioned the breakfast performed well in terms of value for money and the inclusion of breakfast in room pricing was seen as a positive aspect. While there were occasional remarks about some inconsistencies in the cooked breakfast orders and a few dishes not meeting expectations, the general consensus was that The King's Arms provided a fantastic start to the day with their breakfast offerings.
Dinner
The menu offers a variety of options, including pizzas and more traditional dishes and the quality of the food is frequently lauded. The overall dining experience is noted to be reasonably priced. Many guests are pleasantly surprised by the high standard of the restaurant with some even calling it brilliant and amazing.
However, some reviews point out inconsistencies. There are mentions of occasional disappointments, such as reheated leftovers and undercooked items, as well as issues with the value for money and specific dietary accommodations. Feedback also indicates that dinner service can be inconsistent and menu improvements are suggested.
In summary, while The King's Arms generally provides a delightful dining experience that many guests thoroughly enjoy, there are occasional lapses that indicate a need for continual monitoring and improvement in service consistency and menu offerings.
Rooms
The beds and pillows receive high praise for their comfort, ensuring a good night's sleep. Many enjoy the thoughtful extra touches provided, such as hospitality trays and even playing cards in the rooms. The bathrooms, while compact, are described as new and modern with some guests finding them a bit too small for convenience.
The overall impression is that the rooms, despite their size, offer excellent value for money with a high level of comfort and stylish décor. Rooms like number 12 stand out for their luxurious feel and well-sized bathrooms. Free parking and the charming, old pub ambiance add to the appeal, making it a well-regarded choice for travelers looking for a comfortable and characterful place to stay.
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Cleanliness
The bathrooms receive particular praise for being spacious and modern while also impeccably clean. Guests describe their rooms as comfortable and warm with facilities, including towels, being well-maintained. Despite a few isolated mentions of cutlery cleanliness issues, the overall cleanliness in the hotel is rated satisfactory to very clean. The King's Arms by Innkeeper's Collection demonstrates an evident commitment to cleanliness, making it a reliable choice for travelers seeking a clean and comfortable stay.
Staff
There are numerous mentions of standout individuals like Sophie, who was described as amazing and Gail, often praised for her excellent service and charming demeanor during breakfast. Guests appreciate the prompt and efficient service, noting that staff go out of their way to assist and ensure comfort.
However, there are occasional mentions of less satisfactory interactions with comments on inattentive or uninterested staff members and unresolved situations. Despite these few criticisms, the majority of feedback paints a picture of a hospitable and professional team that elevates the overall experience at the hotel.
3 Star
Service at the hotel stands out, being characterized as very good, efficient and attentive. The staff earn high marks for their friendly and helpful attitudes. The establishment is also praised for its convenience due to its good location and guests appreciate the recently refurbished, lovely rooms. Overall, the hotel offers a functional and well-priced stay with a strong emphasis on cleanliness and guest satisfaction.
No, The King's Arms by Innkeeper's Collection doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at The King's Arms by Innkeeper's Collection.
No, The King's Arms by Innkeeper's Collection doesn't allow dogs.
No, parking facilities aren't available at The King's Arms by Innkeeper's Collection.
No, The King's Arms by Innkeeper's Collection doesn't have a gym.
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