Close to Bullring & Grand Central and International Convention Centre, Shaftesbury House - Our City Apartments provides amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Located in Birmingham City Centre, a neighbourhood in Birmingham, Shaftesbury House - Our City Apartments is near a train station. Broad Street and Bullring & Grand Central are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Cadbury World. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Utilita Arena Birmingham or Villa Park. Visit our Birmingham travel guide
You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Shaftesbury House - Our City Apartments
This smoke-free apartment building features dry cleaning, free Wi-Fi in public areas and multilingual staff assistance. Each apartment provides a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. For a bit of entertainment, a TV comes with digital channels, and guests can also appreciate conveniences, such as a sitting area and a coffee/tea maker. Weekly housekeeping is available.
Shaftesbury House - Our City Apartments offers 17 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas and includes desks. Accommodation at this 3.5-star apartment has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers and hairdryers.
Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with digital channels. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
17 units
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 4:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Access code, private entrance
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 11 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 24 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 12 per night
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Deposit: GBP 150 per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 12 per night
Rollaway bed fee: GBP 24 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
Property is also known as
Shaftesbury House CityQuarters Apartment Birmingham
Shaftesbury House CityQuarters Apartment
Shaftesbury House CityQuarters Birmingham
Shaftesbury House CityQuarters
Shaftesbury House - Our City Apartments Apartment
Shaftesbury House - Our City Apartments Birmingham
Shaftesbury House - Our City Apartments Apartment Birmingham
Frequently asked questions
Is Shaftesbury House - Our City Apartments pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Shaftesbury House - Our City Apartments?
This property doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Shaftesbury House - Our City Apartments?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Shaftesbury House - Our City Apartments?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Shaftesbury House - Our City Apartments located?
Located in Birmingham City Centre, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Old Rep Theatre and Bullring & Grand Central. Utilita Arena Birmingham and International Convention Centre are also within 1 mile (2 km). Grand Central Tram Stop and Birmingham (QQN-New Street Train Station) are within a 5-minute walk.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Shaftesbury House - Our City Apartments Reviews
7.4
Good
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Nice studio, good location, appalling organisation
First things first, it was a nice, clean studio but that's only part of the story.
There's no regular reception and I wasn't contacted to be given an access code. The 3 phone numbers given at the front door didn't work (voicemail x2, and a company name which didn't correspond with the name of the hotel).
My room wasn't ready so I had to wait around for it to be cleaned. 10am or 10:30 checkout? Depends where you look and who you ask. Inconsistent information. Also, the staff seemed to have double booked a room as the man who arrived at the same time as me found his room already had someone in it. This concerned me as, for all I knew, someone could have been in my room whilst I was out.
When I arrived back in the evening there were 2 men sleeping on bean bags as they couldn't get hold of the staff on the phones either, and their belongings were locked in the reception room.
In no way was this a relaxing stay. Sure, the bed was nice, but the organisation and security flaws meant I slept with one eye open. I think pigs will fly before I stay here or with this company ever again.
Dean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified
4/10 Poor
Karen
16 May 2019
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Awful Location
Apartment clean but area it is in is dreadful. Would not stay again for this reason.
Karen
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
David
3 Jun 2018
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
good
super convenient. and clean and well appointed. lots of space. slight slowness of response from service staff but overall good value.
David
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Verified
8/10 Good
I J
1 Jun 2018
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Lovely staff. Would recommend a written apartment guide/manual since the front desk is open limited hours though for things like using the WiFi and intercom.
Avoid at all means if you’re looking for value for your money. Very awkward meeting, was made to stand outside for 5 minutes to wait for someone to open a door for us to the reception - no WiFi wrote down, just told to us to remember the login and password - initially looked ok to the eye - we dropped our stuff and left the apartment as we had things we needed to do. After arriving back to look thoroughly around our apartment we realised it wasn’t very nice. Very industrial, looked like it was very cheaply decorated, chipped paint on the walls, cheap signs around which were peeling off, bed felt about 10 years old, never mind the rest - the list is endless. They state they had laundry facilities available - no washing machine anywhere in the apartment & when contacted later in the evening was told I couldn’t use them & that they will be open at 9:30am as there is no staff to let me in. (They also charged me a £25 cleaning fee when I got to the property which wasn’t stated before purchasing) So basically had no way of washing work uniform which was needed for the next day - customer service was awful & dealt with very unprofessionally. I’ve contacted the office several times and they’ve chose to ignore my calls and message I left (all I asked for was my £25 cleaning fee back as I left the apartment to stay elsewhere as it was that awful) I will never in my life return or recommend to anyone, EVER
Shannon
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018
Verified
8/10 Good
Chong
16 Jun 2017
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Good location but remote check in/out by 0844 no.
Really good location just opposite the John Lewis of New Street Station, easy access and good Chinese restaurants around.
However no one at reception, and because booked through hotels.com no PIN given and have to call 0844 number for access into the building and for key collection. Also because of this no VAT receipt issued and have to call the same number again ask them to email over.
I was always told to only say something if it was nice so here goes - the location is adjacent to New St station so excellent....
I have stayed at City Quarters hotels in London and found them to be relatively expensive but in tip top condition. I doubt very much that this is part of the same chain. The exterior looks run down and once inside the lobby the smell is of last night's curry. The eoom itself is a reasonable size but very run down. The bed is uncomfortable - it felt like a fold me up - and the bedding and pillows were poor. The furnishings are old and cheap - the tv was the size of a teabag - and the bathroom floor is metal!. Nasty.
Very centrally located apartments, just opposite the entrance to the train station.
Pros, location, clean, fully equipped, next to New Street train station and mall with food market, coffee places and Starbucks, they open at 6.00 so convenient to grab a coffee early morning.
Cons, not so big room, quite noisy during weekend nights, very bad wifi.
Considering the price, the studio needs a lift up. The sofa was uncomfortable. I could not work the TV or use the WiFi. It is rather noisy and the big screen above the entrance to railway station is a source of constant light
The studio is well furnished. The kitchen has everything we need. The place is close to the main station. Very convenient! There is a bit noisy but it's acceptable.
Great location, nice clean comfortable apartment. I would recommend eye mask as even with the blinds down the Giant LED screen from the station is glaring in and makes it bright.
The apartments were very easy to find. Coming from the trains turn left towards the south exit and John Lewis escalators, walk down the steps outside and the apartments are facing you! We 'checked in' at 18.45 to find a locked door. According to the note on the door we should have had a code email but that had not happened. A short phone call later, number at door, got code and all was well.
Ate at the Han Dynasty restaurant next door - v good. You can have a DIY buffet which you cook yourself on special tables with cooking pots. Wasn't brave enough to try it myself but the sizzling pepper fillet steak was excellent.
When you get into the room you are hit y the heat. There is no air conditioning, and the window barely opens.
This is nothing until you try to sleep. The blinds don't fully close, and just outside is a very bright LED screen at the same height as the room (if you are on the second floor or higher). Do not expect any sleep.
I would stay elsewhere.
Positives: it's across the road from the station.
Fantastic location in terms of New Street station, bars and shopping. .
Studio apartment - poor quality in terms of finish, repair work required and value for money.
Access issues - check-in/check-out times (3pm & 10.30am) and staff contact "out of hours" beyond maintenance issues.
I was in town overnight to see the three degrees two doors down and two minutes out of new street so perfect location...the exterior looks tired and worn...but inside is modern...the apartment was clean ..well equipped..and most importantly I got a great night s sleep..check inn was easy and got courtesy call to see if everything was OK..I would recommend the Shaftesbury..you would be hard to please if you didn't like um
The location for this is pretty good if your only purpose is to take the train quickly the following morning. Otherwise, there's nothing I liked about the place, it looks worn out and depressing to spend your evening in. I would not stay there again.
Irina
Verified
8/10 Good
Lloyd
19 Aug 2016
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Adequate apartment next to New Street Station
Self catering apartments directly opposite the entrance to New Street Railway Station. Everything you need for a short stay. Not luxury but perfectly adequate and very convenient. Would benefit from aircon as room was hot but it was mid August. Will defo stay again!
i didn't receive the code for door access or to get the keys had to wait until someone else arrived the keys BE CAREFUL there is no reception
the room wasn't even ready!!!!!! Their fault had to come back!
The help number on the accommdation NO ANSWER!! rANG 4 TIMES.
It was clean but disorganise check in proceedures and not made clear
David
Verified
6/10 Okay
jayna
9 May 2016
Disliked: Room comfort
Ideal location right outside new street station.
Never received 4 digit code to get in. Couldnt find any staff to ask for a late checkout.
standard size rooms, however double bed was small and uncomfortable. Apartment has a strange smell.
Dishwasher provide gave all dishes an intese wash before used.
Price is a bit high for what you receive.
Had 1 night's stay.
Reasonably priced compared with other available last minute accommodation.
Central location right next to New Street Station which was a plus.
It was a good clean bachelor pad.
No complaints here.