Bloc Hotel BirminghamvsWestbourne Lodge
Both properties are recommended by those who travel for a living. Overall, Bloc Hotel Birmingham scores significantly higher than Westbourne Lodge. Bloc Hotel Birmingham scores 77 with endorsements from 3 publications including The Telegraph, Lonely Planet and Fodor's.
Bloc Hotel Birmingham
 Fodor's
 The Telegraph
 Independent
 Independent
 Lonely Planet
Caroline Street, Birmingham B3 1UG
From $52/night
- Free Internet
 - Business Center
 - Air Conditioning
 - Accessible
 - Baggage storage
 - 24-hour front desk
 
 "There are few frills, and even less space at this brand new budget hotel in the Jewellery Quarter, with its tiny "pod"-style bedrooms; but there's no shortage of designer touches." Full review
7.0
 "Compact, quirky and convenient – Bloc is one of the city’s best value hotel options." Full review
 "Inspired by Japanese capsule hotels, this Birmingham-born concept offers innovative design and sleek, compact rooms without the frills and fuss associated with traditional hotels" 
 "Located in the Jewellery Quarter, a 15-minute walk from New Street Station, BLOC Hotel offers minimal but sleek rooms with monsoon showers and super-fast wifi." 
 "This grey-brick block-like Jewellery Quarter 'boutique budget' hotel has sharp geometric looks and tiny rooms with monsoon showers." Full review
Westbourne Lodge
 Lonely Planet
Fountain Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham B17 8NJ
From $51/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Restaurant
 - Free Parking
 - Flatscreen TV
 
 "Conveniently located about 2 miles southwest in the suburb of Edgbaston... Rooms are a little chintzy but spacious, and there's a pleasant terrace to enjoy in summer." Full review