Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Solihull travel guide

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You're Going to Love Solihull

With a population of 96,267, Solihull is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Solihull to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Solihull

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Forest Bar & Restaurant (25 Station Approach, Dorridge) and Cheal's Restaurant and Bar (1630 High Street, Knowle) are great picks.

When to visit Solihull

Solihull in December
Estimated hotel price
£65
1 night at 3-star hotel
Solihull in December
Estimated hotel price
£65
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Solihull

Plane

When flying to Solihull, you’ll arrive at Birmingham Airport (UK) (BHX), which is located 3 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Kingdom to Solihull include British Airways, Aer Lingus and easyJet. The shortest domestic flight to Solihull departs from Inverness and takes around 1h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Solihull is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 94 miles from Solihull. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Plane

When flying to Solihull, you’ll arrive at Birmingham Airport (UK) (BHX), which is located 3 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Kingdom to Solihull include British Airways, Aer Lingus and easyJet. The shortest domestic flight to Solihull departs from Inverness and takes around 1h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Solihull is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 94 miles from Solihull. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Airports near Solihull

BHXBirmingham
EMANottingham East Midlands
MANManchester

Airlines serving Solihull

Lufthansa
Good (8,036 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,524 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,023 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,402 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,408 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,964 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,222 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,595 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,773 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (922 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,581 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,804 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,125 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,198 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,401 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (409 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,356 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,444 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,267 reviews)
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Where to stay in Solihull

Average rates range from around £75 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £268 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Solihull

Most booked hotels in Solihull

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Genting Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£73+
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Redwings Lodge Solihull
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£44+
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Crowne Plaza Solihull By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£71+
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Voco St. John's Solihull By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£58+
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Arden Hotel And Leisure Club
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£62+
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Village Hotel Solihull
4 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
£46+
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Hiring a car in Solihull

Hiring a car in Solihull costs £28 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 18% cheaper than airport locations in Solihull.

Expect to pay £1.58 per litre in Solihull (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.90 and £25.19. The most frequently booked car type in Solihull is Intermediate (Peugeot 5008 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Hyundai i10 or similar) is, on average, 81% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Solihull costs £28 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 18% cheaper than airport locations in Solihull.

Expect to pay £1.58 per litre in Solihull (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.90 and £25.19. The most frequently booked car type in Solihull is Intermediate (Peugeot 5008 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Hyundai i10 or similar) is, on average, 81% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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