Popular places to visit
The Custard Factory
You can find out about the history of Birmingham with a visit to The Custard Factory. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Villa Park
Catch an event at Villa Park during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's lively bars and its acclaimed theatre scene.
National Exhibition Centre
Learn about the events happening in National Exhibition Centre during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this walkable area.
University of Birmingham
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Birmingham during your travels in Birmingham. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.
Bullring & Grand Central
An ultra-modern complex, this shopping destination is built on the site of a centuries-old marketplace, continuing Birmingham’s tradition of commerce and ambition.
International Convention Centre
Remarkably elegant and extremely well-equipped, Birmingham’s most ambitious venue hosts more than 350 different events every year.
Things to do
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
Birmingham City Centre Daily Walking Tour (10:30am & 2pm)
Birmingham: The National Motorcycle Museum Ticket
Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour
2.5-Hours Walking Tour of Birmingham into Black Heritage Madiba
Top hotels in Bordesley
The Moseley Arms
The only thing that was also terrible apart from the area was the smell of chip fat in rooms and around the pub
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Aparthotel Adagio Birmingham City Centre
This was our third stay at Adagio Birmingham. Rooms are clean and modern. Kitchen is fully equipped. Stone throw from Bull ring and plenty of cheap parking around. Receptionist are helpful and always cheerful.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Really nice room, newly refurbished, great bed and very clean. Fantastic breakfast, lots of choice and super efficient and friendly staff. Slow draining bath and slightly noisy heating make this a four star review, but really enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
Really good stay, excellent service especially from Lydia!
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Malmaison Birmingham
Brilliant stay
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
staff and receptionists in particular were lovely :)
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bordesley
Digbeth
Bars, shopping and historical sites are just a few things travellers enjoy about Digbeth. Check out Hurst Street or Shopping District while you're exploring the area.
Eastside
Eastside is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum or O2 Institute.
Chinese Quarter
Chinese Quarter is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Birmingham Hippodrome and The Arcadian while in the area.
Theatreland Birmingham
Theatreland Birmingham is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Birmingham Hippodrome and The Arcadian while in the area.
Birmingham City Centre
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Birmingham City Centre. Check out top attractions like Birmingham Cathedral and Victoria Square, and jump on the metro at Grand Central Tram Stop or Corporation Street Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Colmore Business District
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Colmore Business District. Top attractions like Birmingham Cathedral and Victoria Square are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Bull Street Station or Corporation Street Tram Stop to see more of the city.
