Date of stay: 24th/25th August 2014. Purpose of stay: visiting Cadbury World Room: Family Room - My wife, me and our 2 daughters( 9ys & 7yrs) The Old Farm Hotel is situated on Lindon Rd and is less than 5 minutes walk from 'Cadbury World' (just off same road!) we left the car at the hotel and walked once we realised how close the hotel was to Cadbury World. Normal check in is after 1pm, if you arrive early you can leave your bags at the reception area, there is a pleasant seating area with a mini bar, TV and views over the large well maintained gardens where you are free to relax until your room is ready. When we came back we given a warm welcome by Micky (lovely girl, my daughters thought she was very cool ha ha) Mickey asked us if we'd like a cup of tea, very welcome after the journey. Prices for drinks and other items are very good, the fairest I've had staying at any hotel to date. The hotel and staff: Its a vey old building with lovely character, but has the mod cons that you would expect (i.e. on suite/tea/coffee facility in room/hair dryer/towels & toiletries provided) If you're into run of the mill same old standardised rooms you see along the motorways and in most big towns then this may not be for you. However if you want a lovely village environment that is unique to Bournville , a friendly face and a warm welcome when you walk through the door, this is for you. There is always some there should you need anything, but your privacy is respected at all times, we felt like we'd walked into someone's beautiful home and been allowed free access to do what we wanted, its was so relaxing. Hygiene: The reception, rest area, dining room and our room were spotless, no dust, nothing, simply outstanding which for an old building shows the attention to detail the owner and staff pay to cleanliness. Food: Included in the price is breakfast, and what a breakfast it is.......fresh fruit (strawberries, blue berries and so on) fruit compote, yogurts, fresh juices and regular cereals. The best part for me and my wife personally was the English breakfast, not brashly large and not tiny, just the right size perfectly cooked as though you were cooking it yourself (I don't like grilled tomato's only tinned, so they did these for me instead, no fuss) toast and lovey butter (jam/ marmalade/honey pots on the table). This was the best value for money I've had to date from any place I've stayed, its going to be disappointing staying in the run of the mill types after this. We were sad to leave, even then when we said we were going to walk around the village for a bit we were told we were welcome to come back and use the facilities if we wanted before we finally drove home later in the day!....what lovely people, my girls loved their stay and how the staff interacted with them..... I highly recommend staying here, book early though its very popular, we'll be staying again soon.

We arrived fairly late into the check-in window and were greeted by a friendly member of staff who gave us our keys and the checklist for ordering our breakfast. The room was cosy, incredibly clean, with a lovely en-suite, hairdryer, great drinks tray, and a decently sized television. Our room had a view over the back garden and terrace, with a large window that fully opened - perfect for the warm evenings of late. We enjoyed sitting out on the terrace and listening to the birds, there is also a handy little bar for drinks and refreshments. Breakfast the next day was a delight! Plenty of juice, cereal, jams, and home-made carrot cake! The cooked breakfast was absolutely delicious and excellent ingredients speak for themselves, there was not a thing I could criticize. I would also like to leave a specific thanks on behalf of my wife, who struggles with certain foods and requested purely eggs and toast - after we made the initial request the staff didn't bat an eye and kept the toast coming until she'd practically stuffed herself! We chose this hotel for it's proximity to Cadbury world, and it was an incredibly leisurely stroll not far down the road, but our brief stay at the Old Farm ended up being an equally delightful part of the trip; we would definitely stay again!
Travel group
Friends
Rooms: 5
Service: 5
Location: 5

We stayed here for two nights following an operation so that we could be close to my surgeon. The hotel has some character, it’s certainly different to the many tower block hotels in the area which makes a nice change. It has a cottage feel, but everything is clean and mostly modern. We opted for a larger room as my mobility was restricted, it was a good sized room with an en-suite and our windows looked out over the garden area which is very pleasant. The room was nicely decorated and very clean. There’s also a little bar area downstairs with a few tables and a range of drinks and a lovely fresh looking dining area. I believe they only do breakfast food, however the staff offered us a table and plates and cutlery when we ordered a takeaway which was a nice touch. We will definitely return again as it was quite peaceful considering you’re in a bustling city, a very reasonable price and also offers free parking. There isn’t anything not to like! (P.S one thing to note is that a nearby church rings it’s bells every hour throughout the night. Of course, nothing to do with the hotel, but it did keep waking me up!)
Travel group
Couple
Rooms: 5
Service: 5
Location: 4

The room was ok , but the food was terrible! I didn’t eat my fry because it looked pre cooked to me . I just asked for cornflakes instead. Which were wither really cheap or stale . I left and went out to smoke when the owner came out and asked me about the food . She was very snotty and rude , arguing with me. Telling me she was offended and was unapologetic like I had been the rude one not her . Then on checking out the next day the other owner came out and asked us to explain a picture on his phone . He said that it was our room and showed me a tea stain on the wall. There was a tiny bin under the table and Obviously he couldn’t prove it was us but was rude non the less . He asked me but I ignored him , he then turned to my husband and asked if he could explain it. Basically they turned snarky and rude because I took a picture of my fry and the owner didn’t like it .
Travel group
Couple

We recently booked the restaurant/dining room for a family wake. From the first time we contacted the hotel we were really impressed with how helpful and pleasant the staff were. Cannot comment on the rooms but the parts of the hotel were have experience of were spotless. The food the hotel supplied was excellent and much appreciated. There is a small bar and although small it is extremely well stocked. At the back of the hotel is a really pleasant enclosed garden that you can't see from the road, a really nice nice place to be when the sun is shining. If you are visiting the area I would suggest giving this hotel a visit from the impression they made on us it would be a shame not too.
Travel group
Family
Service: 5
Location: 5
Hotel highlights
Great value

I stayed at the old farm hotel whilst on a business trip. The hotel is conveniently placed near the train station and a short walk from good quality independent food establishments. The staff were very accommodating and went the extra mile to make me feel comfortable and welcome. The hotel and room were immaculately clean and freshly decorated. There is a very well stocked bar surrounded by armchairs overlooking the well maintained gardens. The bed was new and extremely comfortable and the room was well equipped with wi-fi, smart TV, toiletries etc. The breakfast was also to an excellent standard with a great selection of hot and cold food and good quality fresh coffee. Would highly recommend and would stay there again.

Nicky and Steve made us most welcome when we visited their beautiful and spotlessly clean hotel. Myself and three of my daughters stayed for two nights whilst in Birmingham for Mum’s funeral. Our rooms were comfortable and had everything you need. Breakfast was ample and sufficient! Great value for money. We held Mum’s wake at the hotel too.The funeral tea was gorgeous and more than enough and was also great value! As it was such a beautiful sunny day we congregated on the decking, next to a well stocked bar, and in the beautifully kept gardens! This hotel is a little gem of an oasis in a busy city suburb, very peaceful and tranquil!
Travel group
Family
Rooms: 5
Service: 5
Location: 5

I stayed at this lovely hotel two years ago and couldn’t help but return during my most recent one week visit to Bournville.The owner management has changed but it remains a very comfortable, professional and relaxing hotel. I am already planning to stay here during my next trip to England. The morning breakfast is delightful - and the evening lounge bar area is filled with travelers who likewise found this to be an outstanding hotel in the heart of Bournville. This hotel is an absolute must for folks traveling to Cadbury World and nearby environs. Just wish I could’ve stayed until the Brits finally resolved the Brexit issue!!! Thanks again to the wonderful owner and fabulous staff!!

Booked two rooms for the family. On reporting that both radiators were Cold we were told that they were aware of the problem and that there was an electric radiator in one of the rooms and to use that! Two rooms both on suite and one electric radiator. My wife managed to get us moved to another room but my son was left in the cold as it were. I transferred the only radiator to his room but this is not good enough really. We had booked well in advance, they were aware that those two rooms had no heat and yet they put a family in them when another room is empty. Not recommended and no way to treat a family. I wouldn't have given any stars but google doesn't allow that.

Used the hotel for a wake after a family funeral on Friday 29th November. A big thank you to Nickki and the whole team for helping to make the afternoon such a nice relaxing celebration of our Dads life.....lovely friendly staff with an excellent selection of food, much of it home made it looked and tasted like......large tv allowing us to have a musical and visual tribute to Dad’s life, would thoroughly recommend the venue and team to anyone seeking a pleasant, friendly venue to hold any family occasion, many thanks Irene B and family xx
Travel group
Family
Rooms: 5
Service: 5
Location: 5

Nice hotel set in the beautiful surroundings of Bournville village. Staff were friendly and welcoming.The room and bed was comfortable, nice touches included Cadbury’s drinking chocolate as well as the usual tea, coffee and biscuit facilities. Towels and complementary toiletries nicely laid out on the bed. Good washing and shower facilities. Breakfast was chosen the evening before from a comprehensive lists of cooked breakfast items, continental breakfast, fruit and cereals were also available. Old Farm Hotel Is ideally placed for a visit to Cadbury World which is close at hand across the road!

I'm so impressed with this hotel. Everything is immaculate - completely spotless in fact. The linen is of a high quality and perfectly ironed. The room was just gorgeous, with a lovely view to the gardens below which are beautifully kept. All staff are friendly and helpful. The breakfast was incredible! Help yourself to cereals, yoghurts, home made cakes and fruit. A full English follows. More toast was brought on request. I loved staying here and would not hesitate to recommend. I had room 2, which is upstairs.
Travel group
Friends
Rooms: 5
Service: 5
Location: 5

Good friendly hosts. We weren't sure what time breakfast started, as we didn't find any information in our room or entrance area. Lovely location in a quiet area, just across from Cadbury world. Only a few local shops, which adds to the lovely village area. I wasn't quite sure what time the b&b bar was open. The train station is a small walk. (Manned). Will book again when in the area.
Trip type
Vacation
Travel group
Couple
Rooms: 4
Service: 4
Location: 4
Nearby activities
Cadbury World is a small walk.
Hotel highlights
Quiet

Expensive, uncomfortable atmosphere. Our room OK, small but hot due to hot water pipes around room. Towels only changed after three nights and we had to ask twice. Management seemed stressed and or unhappy. Bar useful as no nearby pubs or licensed restaurants.
Trip type
Vacation
Travel group
Family
Rooms: 2
Service: 2
Location: 2
Nearby activities
Sadly Cadbury World was closed.
Food & drinks
Bar on site. No menu for continental breakfast. You had to guess what was available and ask for it.

2 of us stayed in room 8, a cosy room downstairs with en suite, comfortable double bed with plenty of different sized pillows to choose from we slept very well. Tea coffee and biscuits in the room. An old building but everything was clean, quality thick towels. Large wall mounted tv, dressing table and hairdryer. Cooked breakfast to order the night before and continental very happy. Friendly staff available to help all hours. Licenced bar could be a bit bigger. Overall very happy thanks

Lovely homely hotel in the heart of Bournville just opposite Cadbury’s chocolate factory sports fields Reasonably priced and fully recommend - rooms very clean and security very high standard Ample car parking spaces at front of property and train station 10 minute walk away giving easy access into Birmingham city centre only approx 10 minutes ride on the train The full English breakfast is a delight and views from the rear of property including garden is amazingly leafy

This hotel will provide you an experience of the famed Bournville hospitality of yesteryear. The staff are amazing and genuinely want to help. The place has a homely feel to it and I prefer it over the 4 and 5 star hotels in the city centre. The breakfast is freshly cooked and beats anything you'd get in the city centre. Absolutely amazing place, always first choice when working in Brum.
Trip type
Business
Rooms: 4
Service: 5
Location: 5

Traveled from scarborough to the old farm hotel, unfortunately not for pleasure purposes, we was greeted by the most warm and welcoming staff, they allowed us into our rooms 3 hours early to get ready, nothing we asked was to much trouble, I would definitely use the old farm hotel again, and if any 1 needs any where to stay i would highly recommend this place, again thankyou for all you have done Kindest regards carl, Lucy, Debi and Rob Davis 5*

Delightful hotel in pleasant city location, not right in the centre of Birmingham it is close to Bourneville and Bourneville Village. Staff here are very friendly and welcoming, the hotel is an older building pleasantly decorated and far lovelier than some of the larger hotel chains. We stayed at the start of September, so maybe quieter than it was during school holidays. Clean, fresh and very relaxing, I can't recommend this hotel enough.

I didn't stay here but held my mother's 'wake' here following her funeral on 12th February 2020. Choice of menu's were superb. All dietary requirements were offered. The staff were absolutely wonderful - nothing was too much trouble. They even provided a PowerPoint presentation showing our favourite photos of Mum. Definitely recommend this venue. Please give it consideration.
Travel group
Family
Service: 5
Location: 5

Excellent! We used the hotel to hold refreshments after a funeral which took place 11th Oct. The food was amazing and plenty of it. Beautiful sandwiches and large variety of food all of which were presented and cooked to perfection. The cakes and scones were an absolute delight. All staff worked extremely hard and could not do enough for us. Beautiful grounds too, very relaxed atmosphere . Thank you to Nikki and all the staff!

Such a lovely place to stay with wonderful and friendly staff. We stayed for two nights and we had my Nan’s wake here. The grounds are beautiful and there really is a peaceful country-vibe to the place. The breakfast is so worth it, it was delicious and the bar is well-stocked! Thank you so much for making our stay so comfortable.
Travel group
Family
Rooms: 5
Service: 5
Location: 5

Great little hotel just a small walk away from Cadbury factory and restaurants. You can hire a scooter if you wish to travel further for a small fee. The hotel owners are very nice and there is a small bar and large garden to relax in. Rooms are quite small but clean with everything you need. Shower is a power shower and is excellent. Will definitely be visiting again.

Had our wedding dinner there a couple of years ago and our foreign guests stayed there... it was perfect! Very cosy and down to earth place, good food and little bar area and the staff was really lovely all the time. We all felt well and home every minute of the weekend.
Travel group
Family
Rooms: 4
Service: 5
Location: 5

Lovely stay at the Old Farm House! The staff were all very friendly and accommodating! Breakfast was great with a beautiful view too! Patsy aka Cameron Diaz gives a service with a smile! Will be back xx
Trip type
Vacation
Travel group
Family
Rooms: 5
Service: 5
Location: 5
Hotel highlights
Great view, Quiet

Just a few minutes walk from Cadbury World and Bourneville village this hotel is very conveniently located. Our room is comfy and there's free parking. We arrived late last night and found the receptionist and staff charming and generous with the complimentary coffee, tea, Cadburys drinking chocolate and biscuits. All in all, quite a find!

What an enchanting environment...accessible yet tranquil The garden is not only lovely but was theraputic for me ! The staff ..proprietors were amazing and went beyond the call of duty and did a 'bespoke yummy porridge' just.. for..me! I will be back' S"...and will recommend to my networks...Thanks Steve and Nicky..long may you run!

Recommended by local Funeral Directors for a Celebration of Life.Initial viewing was very professional and we were impressed and booked immediately.On the day exceptionally well organised with superb food enjoyed by all.All sandwiches were clearly labelled which was a nice touch.Attentive lady called Mel.Thank you.
Service: 5

The staff went above and beyond expectations. During a recent family event held at the hotel a requirement for medical help was handled extremely well. We thank Patsy and her team for this and the fabulous hospitality they showed to us all.
Travel group
Family
Rooms: 5
Service: 5
Location: 5

Absolutely wonderful hospitality! Excellent breakfast. Rooms clean as a whistle . Beautiful garden area. Can highly recommend. We were part of a wedding party and our every need was provided.Thank you so much
Travel group
Family
Rooms: 5
Service: 5
Location: 5

Friendly, helpful staff. Room very clean, decent size, well decorated. Garden well kept, garden furniture very nice. Breakfast offered good selection of cereals plus full English. Recommended
Travel group
Couple
Rooms: 4
Service: 5
Location: 5

The couple that own and run this place live and breathe it. If you're looking for somewhere that is genuinely warm and friendly, this is it. Cannot recommend enough.
Trip type
Business
Travel group
Solo
Rooms: 5
Service: 5
Location: 5

Lovely place Lovely people Lovely full English Fully recommend a stay as once in the garden you feel miles away from the hussel and bussel. New owners and couldn't be more accommodating. Updating is happening by the Day. Thank You All for a lovely break xxx

Absolute gem of a place, used as a venue for my mom's wake. Great service and as the sun was shining anyway on the day we could take advantage of the fabulous decking area outside next to the immaculate garden. Truly made a wonderful end to sad day. More

Great little hotel. Room was lovely, clean and comfortable, great en suite. Service was excellent. Only slight issue was the slightly steep stairs, but they do have ground floor rooms if you need them.
Rooms: 5
Service: 5
Location: 5

Would like to rate this better as the staff were friendly and attentive, however, the room was not clean, they tried to bill us for an extra night, the room was noisy and the WiFi was effectively non-existent. On the plus side Bournville is very nice.

Stayed here when visiting Cadbury land. The rooms were very clean and the staff were helpful and friendly. Would definitely recommend.
Trip type
Vacation
Travel group
Family
Rooms: 5
Service: 5
Location: 5

Lovely place, pretty gardens. Friendly helpful staff ,clean comfortable room and lovely breakfast. Just stayed for one night, as was going to a gig in The Billesley Rock club. If going to another gig there, would stay here again …

My parents stayed while helping me move house. All I heard all day was how amazing this place was. It took up half are dinner conversation. They say they will definitely stay again. I fear it'll take up half are conversation today too.

I cannot express how amazing everyone was at the Old Farm Hotel. They looked after my parents so very well. Truly above and beyond. Thank you so much.
Travel group
Family
Rooms: 5
Service: 5
Location: 5

Another lovely stay ..felt very Covid safe ...warm welcome ; scrupulously clean, delicious breakfast and good value -thank you once again
Travel group
Family
Rooms: 5
Service: 5
Location: 5

Lovely hotel, kept to a high standard, staff were very friendly and helpful. Lovely garden to enjoy a drink in the sunshine. Cooked breakfast was very good too :)
Rooms: 5
Service: 5
Location: 5

Stayed here several times. Recently our son married from here. Always found the staff very friendly and nothing is a problem. The rooms have always been clean and well attended. Would recommend this establishment.

Had a smdll gathering here, great buffet, a small bar and really friendly and helpful staff and owners, a real gem xx
Travel group
Friends
Service: 5
Location: 5
Hotel highlights
Quiet

Room was a bit small. Though was with 2 kids. Bit out of the way. Recently new owners very keen to impress and they did. Maybe an iron and ironing board to be available. Great breakfast. Recommend this hotel More

A little paradise in Bournville. Fabulous breakfast. Very friendly and nice staff. I was amazed with their welcoming attitude. Nice garden for a summer afternoon. Luckily, our window was facing the garden …

I arrived late and they looked after my entry a treat. Good location although my aging sata could have helped me to find it better.
Trip type
Business
Rooms: 4
Service: 5
Location: 5

Stayed for 3 months during house renovations.I spent lots of time in the fantastic garden area.The owners and staff are all friendly and very attentive to my needs(wheelchair user).Highly recomend a break here!

Lovely friendly hotel , if you needed anything you only had to ask . Situated in the beautiful Bournville village with its beautiful houses & only a few minutes to Cadburys world . Would definitely use again .

We stayed here for one night, while traveling around England. Nice bar and lovely decking overlooking the garden. Staff are friendly. Breakfast was good.
Rooms: 4
Service: 5
Location: 4

A very pleasant stay. Room was nice and quiet, great to wake up with birds chirping outside. Staff very friendly and helpful. Breakfast freshly cooked. Happy to come back and recommend it! Thank you …

A little gem in the beautiful village of Bournville. Fabulous breakfast. Very friendly and helpful staff. Relaxed and informal atmosphere. Nice garden. Surrounded by parks. What more can one ask for?

Very clean ,very friendly nothing to much trouble
Travel group
Family
Rooms: 5
Service: 5
Location: 5
Rooms
Clean ,everything you need
Hotel highlights
Quiet

Lovely place with a beautiful garden to relax
Trip type
Vacation
Travel group
Couple
Rooms: 5
Service: 5
Location: 5
Hotel highlights
Quiet, Great value

Beautiful gardens. Breakfast nice selection but cooked breakfast disappointing . TV noise from downstairs bar could be heard in our top bedroom. Staff helpful and friendly. Close to station.

Great two night stay. Clean and comfortable stay, great breakfast...short walk to Cadbury world.
Trip type
Vacation
Travel group
Family
Rooms: 5
Service: 5

Great place to stay polite and friendly staff. Outstanding breakfast comfortable bed clean room. Will definitely go again next visit to Birmingham. Good links to city center.

Terrible !!! Don’t even waste your time going to this “hotel”. It’s disgustingly dirty, smells absolutely awful !! I have never been so disappointed and the owner is rude !!!

The room was OK for a night but a bit squashed for a longer stay.
Trip type
Vacation
Travel group
Couple
Rooms: 3
Service: 4
Location: 3

Lovely quaint building, a comfortable stay, very clean. parking a bit tight
Travel group
Friends
Rooms: 4
Service: 5
Location: 5

Nice and timely breakfast. Would love to stay there again if needed
Trip type
Business
Rooms: 5
Service: 5
Location: 4

Exceptional food, professional and courteous service and happy to go the extra mile. Very good experience here for my fathers funeral service.

Fab place to stay near Cadbury world in bourneville. Lovely staff. Clean..lovely little bar at night time for a nightcap.. Will be back.. ❤️

Friendly staff nice clean rooms
Trip type
Vacation
Travel group
Couple
Rooms: 5
Service: 5
Location: 5

Lovely comfortable hotel with very pleasant, friendly staff and excellent breakfast. Nothing too much trouble. Would highly recommend

Remember this is small hotel, 12 rooms ok facilities with bar, it has a lovely garden patio area and on site parking. Good overall

Well run comfortable hotel with friendly staff and a good breakfast
Rooms: 5
Service: 5
Location: 5

Friendly welcome, comfortable and spotless room, excellent breakfast, only downside room up three floors - but worth it.

I had a very enjoyable stay as usual as I stay quiet frequently ,very clean and modern, food lovely and a warm welcome

Been here twice very friendly great atmosphere made welcome and the children looking forward to coming back soon

A small family hotel with friendly staff and lovely gardens. If you like compact, homely and cosy it's great.

Thought it was overpriced and pretty dull. Surprised it's rated so highly by others. Thin walls too …

Fantastic owners. Nothing to much trouble. Really helpful. Would stay there again if going to Birmingham.

Cosy well furnished rooms, only real disadvantage was WiFi only possible from the bar and reception area

Lovely breakfast, great parking and location. The room was clean and had the staff were very helpful.

Friendly staff, very helpful. Tje room was as described clean and very covid safe. Will use again

Excellent food.. nice room, plus a bar and extra seating area..staff effucient and very helpfull.

Came here for a funeral breakfast. Lovely kind reception and excellent sandwiches and cakes.

Stopped here fo a quick visit and we're very caring and friendly. Very helpful. Thank you

We went for a halloween event. It was really well organised and the staff were fantastic.

Excellent location for exploring Bourneville., Friendly service & very good breakfast.

Basic but comfortable room, delicious breakfast, lovely staff and reasonably priced.

Lovely place...beautifully peaceful garden friendly staff...all good. Recommended.

Excellent village pub, great atmosphere and choice of real ales. Serves food.

Very clean and inviting the staff were very helpful and beautiful gardens !!

Warm welcome on arrival, good food. Charming hotel with a homely feel.

Brilliant location, reasonably priced, fantastic owners and staff

Decently sized room, nice new interior. Breakfast was good :)

Just attended a funeral. Food excellent and Staff attentive.

Lovely cooked breakfast. Offered more coffee tea and toast.

Very nice, clean hotel. Rooms quite small. Great location.

Lovely hotel. Top breakfast. Very friendly helpful staff.

Lovely place very welcoming had an enjoyable time.

Good but very dated. Cooked breakfast very small.

Small but effective for a one or two night stay.

Nice little hotel not far from Cadbury world

Very good place to stay staff all very nice.

Great hospitality, good food and welcoming.

Very nice clean we would stay there again

Beautiful place. Very friendly staff