Where to stay for Birmingham Restaurant Festival

Birmingham Restaurant Festival‘s very own Alex Nicholson-Evans came to visit us recently as a guest blogger ahead of this year’s #BRF2022, here’s what she had to say…

What better way to upgrade your Birmingham Restaurant Festival experience, than with an overnight stay in the architectural icon that is, the Rotunda.

We went to check out this fantastic aparthotel in the city centre, to see what festival go-ers would have in store. Arriving at Staying Cool at Rotunda, you can’t help but be a little awe struck by the building, it is after all an icon in the city’s skyline.

Check in was quick and easy, and we were soon on our way up to floor 16 to find our very chic studio apartment.

Undoubtedly the first thing to catch our eye was the floor to ceiling windows giving us views-for-days! We won’t judge you if you spend the first 15 minutes of your stay spotting all your favourite buildings in the city, because that’s exactly what we did.

The room itself is stylish and modern. Picture sixties inspired furniture, a big plush bed and all the mod cons you could possibly wish for. Beyond the gorgeous bespoke interiors and those mega views, one of the things we love most about Staying Cool at Rotunda, is the little extras. They’ve thought of everything!

• Locally sourced coffee? Check
• Oranges and an electronic juicer? Check
• Board Games? Absolutely
• Luxurious toiletries? Of course
• Fluffy bath robes? Naturally
• Snacks? Only the best will do

Take a look at the gallery below for some of our own snaps of the ‘Mini’ studio apartment. It really is as chic as it looks on the website. There are a number of different rooms available, if you fancy something really extraordinary why not treat yourself to the ‘Roadster Penthouse’ – a 5 star rated absolute showstopper of a space!

Want to book? Use the code BRF2022 when booking direct and receive 15% off your stay. Valid from 22 Aug – 4 Sept 2022.

Studio apartment style and sunshine at Rotunda, Birmingham. Accommodation partner of BCW2022

Start your Birmingham Cocktail Weekend with city views from the iconic Rotunda.

Start your day with freshly squeezed OJ or add it to a cocktail to start Birmingham Cocktail Weekend at Rotunda Birmingham

Raid the Staying Cool tuck shop during your stay for Birmingham Cocktail Weekend

Get the ultimate sleep in the heart of the city in Staying Cool's uber comfy kingsize beds

Staying Cool at Rotunda offers ultimate comfort with bathrobes and complimentary eco friendly toiletries.

Start your weekend off with city views and sunshine from Rotunda Birmingham

Rooms at Rotunda

Mini

Studio (370 sq ft / 34.5 sq m)

Chic studio apartments on levels 16-19. Floor-to-ceiling windows that open deliver the perfect city vista while bespoke interiors bring the wow factor inside. More info.
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Bathroom (with rainfall shower)
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Roadster Penthouse

Two bedrooms (1100 sq ft / 102 sq m)

Dare to be different. A show stopping, 5 star rated, 20th floor penthouse atop an iconic Birmingham skyscraper. Beautifully appointed with designer furniture and a spacious outdoor balcony to really enjoy the views. More info.
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Bathrooms (2 baths with rainfall shower)
- Balcony
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Clubman

One bedroom (560 sq ft / 52 sq m)

A one bedroom serviced apartment with style on levels 16-19. Perfect for two, this home from home offers peace and privacy with great views across the city and beyond. More info.
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Bathroom (bath with rainfall shower)
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Maxi

Two bedrooms (760 sq ft / 71 sq m)

Two is the magic number. Double up with two bedrooms, two en-suite bathrooms and a generous living area on levels 16-19. Perfect for sharing, whether you’re at work or play. More info.
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Bathrooms (1 bath with rainfall shower plus separate shower)
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