Name: Birmingham Central Backpackers
Address: 58 Coventry Street, Birmingham, B55NH, GB

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jul 2026

Philip

checked out earley

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jul 2026

Jamie

Room was clean. Staff were friendly.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jul 2026

Cristian

Habitaciones limpias. Muy atentos en todo. Gran atencion y buen desayuno. De diez todo

Self

6/10

Pleasant

28 Jun 2026

Ellis

I stayed here for 2 nights while travelling for leisure, the staff provided good service but weren't really chatty chatty, but thats not a huge problem, check in was very fast, the facilities were outstanding such as the shower and bathrooms and it was nice to see an actual kitchen where people cook their own food, never have i seen that in a hostel, one thing with hostels is i always get put on the highest bunk possible, seeing im young and reasonably light i have no problem getting up, but most hostels have painful metal tiny ladders, the ladder in this room was wide and smooth wood, much more easy to access, the only negative experience i had was the room being incredibly stuffy at night given the current weather and being next to a load of night clubs, but other than that i believe u get what you pay for, exceptional budget accommodation

Self

6/10

Pleasant

08 May 2026

Alan

Ok for a cheap stay

Self

10/10

Exceptional

05 May 2026

Sohaib

Nice vibes , helpful staff and clean toilets.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

17 Apr 2026

Aude

The lady Indian receptionist was the nicest I have ever met. The breakfast is generous. Everything is super clean. The location is great. The owner is efficient and friendly.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

05 Apr 2026

Emily

I stayed at a property with the same name, in the same location and had been avoiding this place since that bad experience but after seeing pics online figured I'd try it. And I couldn't have been more surprised! The place I stayed at before was nasty dingey twisting little place with rude staff that felt like sleeping in someone's druggy cousins spare room.
This was a very professional and modern hostel with all the convenient amenities you could need and well designed and implemented rooms. The bunks are comfortable and provide great privacy with their curtains. There are lockers for each bed, both the beds and lockers are labelled. The kitchen and lounge were both fine. There are big communal bathrooms, toilets and showers on each level. My only con was that the hot water went out in the middle of my shower and I had to run downstairs to the main bathrooms to finish my shower. But other than that I had a great experience here and would definitely stay again.

Self

8/10

Excellent

24 Feb 2026

VAKUL

Staff and the premises very good but other tenants snoring at night made it bit difficult to sleep or else ambience is very good.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

01 Feb 2026

Clara Mato

Private room for 2 in good condition. Shared bathroom not always ideal but it was okay. We spent one night and it was fine. The street where it is can be a bit creepy at night but we had no issues at all.
Breakfast is very simple but free.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

18 Dec 2021

Andy

It’s facilities were clean but basic but suitable for a nights rest

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

27 Sep 2021

Verified traveler

Great price, good facilities.

For the price it was everything you would expect.

It was clean and plenty of showers / toilets that were all clean.

Staff were friendly.

Obviously it is a shared dorm and hostel, so people may come and go at all hours of the day and night.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

28 Feb 2020

Phillip

Nice hostel

Nice little hostel if on a stop over, I've noticed people stay here long term too.
Hard to tell who staff are as they all wear plain clothes and they are not the most attentive, they can leave you at the reception desk for ages, aware you are there but not serving you : (

Self

8/10

Excellent

20 Dec 2019

Ms A

Great value for money

This is a cheap hostel which is well used and a little shabby .However the staff work hard to provide a good service . Fee WiFi , free breakfast and luggage storage included . Also help yourself beverages is better than many more expensive hotels . Use of kitchen .
Close to the Digbeth Coach station and Birmingham City Centre.

Self

8/10

Excellent

15 Dec 2019

Verified traveler

Good location and friendly staff

Short stay, supposed to shared with other 3 people but luckily no one was there so like a single room. Very close to coach station, light breakfast and kitchen use provided. Ideal for short-term stay on a budget.

Business

8/10

Excellent

29 Nov 2019

Mark

The location is perfect very close to tge city centre. Didnt really not like antthing

Business_and_leisure Friends

2/10

Poor

13 May 2019

Pedro

Toilets with no sink

Bathrooms without sink, super tiny bedroom with a bad bed.

6/10

Pleasant

27 Mar 2019

andrew

Id

You need id or your not coming in

8/10

Excellent

10 Feb 2019

Verified traveler

the property was a great and cheerful place to stay

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

24 Jan 2019

Porobasi

It’s a good place to live, nice and clean. Would love to go back there. Good price.

Business Friends

8/10

Excellent

23 Jan 2019

Verified traveler

Friendly staff. Reasonable price. Unique decoration in the backpackers.

Leisure Self

2/10

Poor

12 Dec 2018

Verified traveler

The worse hotel i have ever use in my life finally I slept in my car I couldn’t sleep too much smell in rooom

Business Self

8/10

Excellent

02 Sep 2018

Kim

The staff was very friendly and helpful. The hostel was clean and easy to get to. Very good accommodation for the money. Would like to see lockers in the room.

6/10

Pleasant

15 Jul 2018

Isabel

The street where the hostel is, it is awfull, very dirty and at weekends terribly noise.
The hostel is old, and it looks dirty.
Cleaning people is nice and they try to do their best, but the hostel needs urgently a deep renovation . Our room of four has the floor broke, and the walls were half printed...
People at reception were ok.

6/10

Pleasant

02 Jul 2018

Fawwad

Not good

Its getting hot day by day now in birmingham, so rooms must have Fan atleast. It was very hot in the room as there was no fan or a.c.

8/10

Excellent

24 Jun 2018

Verified traveler

Yeah, all right.

It was what it was. For the price and convenience to O2 Institute, it was well worth it. If I had to stay again...?

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jun 2018

Ivone

Totally recommend it !

Very well received by staff and they are very keen to give a sense of belonging. I felt safe throughout and my room partners were so kind. It was a very good first experience as a solo traveller. Most important , it was very cheap and as a student I loved that. Totally recommend it to solo travellers or even friends/couple stays.

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jun 2018

Steven

Cheap. Location Birmingham

Always a happy welcome
Quick check in
Breakfast toast
Eaay to find and near new steet.
National express

8/10

Excellent

31 May 2018

Verified traveler

Close to bus station but my dorm room was really too small to have 6 beds (3 bunks). Should have had only 2 bunks.

8/10

Excellent

23 May 2018

joseph

Good budget option - clean and lovely common area

Good common area and very clean. Staff were very professional and helpful. Good location. Breakfast was toast, juice, coffee...could be a bit better.

10/10

Exceptional

23 Apr 2018

Jana

Lovely hostel in a shady street

I had a great time at the Backpackers. The check-in was quick and my single room was lovely. The bed sheets were fresh and I got towels for my own bath and toilet. Everything was super clean. The breakfast was simple and for a sweet tooth. The common area has a projector and many places to sit and talk. The bar seemed well equipped. The kitchen is pretty small but seemed to have everything to cook. The street looked a bit shady when I arrived but was quiet at night (I stayed during the week not the weekend). The Bus station is close by and also the train station only a 15-20 min walk away. Great staff. I really recommend this place if you are on a tight budget.

10/10

Exceptional

29 Mar 2018

Verified traveler

Great place to stay in town.

Very clean facilities with a helpful staff. Location is close to the big shopping center so there's plenty of restaurants and shopping nearby.

6/10

Pleasant

04 Mar 2018

Verified traveler

Friendly Staff & Uncomfortable Beds

The staff is very friendly and the common room has plenty of space with multiple kitchens. Overall, it has very uncomfortable beds and sleeping on the floor was more comfortable. The sheets/linens were stained and very worn with the most uncomfortable pillows. I purchased cheap pillows from Primark that were 10 times more comfortable. The size of the single room is great and the restrooms were in great condition and they provided a towel. There were no issues of the location being close to the city centre, but it did not feel safe.

10/10

Exceptional

04 Mar 2018

Joseph

Convenient place; great staff

Very helpful staff. They helped me manage some logistics during a big snowstorm.

6/10

Pleasant

07 Feb 2018

K

cheap!!!

When I was looking at staying at hotels in Birmingham, they were either booked up or were ten times more expensive than this hostel, on average. I've been here before, so I thought I'd give it another try.

It is actually surprisingly good for the amount that you pay! No need to take a sleeping bag,

10/10

Exceptional

19 Dec 2017

steven

Close to national express station and new street

If you pay by card extra £1 on top off booking

Rooms are now getting less plug sockets

Warm. Friendly. Cheap. Breakfast toast fruit.

10/10

Exceptional

18 Nov 2017

Steven

Hostal in Birmingham

Near NationAl Express station coach
Near Birmingham New Street/ Moor Street Station Train

Easy to find and good location for city

Cheap for a bed and toast

10/10

Exceptional

04 Nov 2017

good

good

goid

10/10

Exceptional

02 Nov 2017

Verified traveler

Enjoyed the hostel and Bham....

I had a great stay and enjoyed Bham and side trips.... Minority of other guests were unclear on the hostel concept and didn't clean up after themselves enough.... Room 20 had too many beds for the space and gets quite manky overnight.

6/10

Pleasant

18 Oct 2017

taymee

Good

Good location not far from the town centre and communication was OK. Value for money. My experience was OK. I didn't stay much longer will recommend if you are looking for a cheap hotel to stay in

10/10

Exceptional

06 Oct 2017

Evans

Bargain priced, central location

Expecting not very much for £25 (including breakfast!), but got. A single room, clean bathroom and kitchen, friendly staff in bar/communal area. Great stay!

8/10

Excellent

09 Sep 2017

Verified traveler

Was a pleasant stay. Staff were really nice and helpful.

8/10

Excellent

18 Aug 2017

mandie

Good value single room right near the markets

staff were friendly and was a comfortable stay

8/10

Excellent

18 Jul 2017

Joseph

Convenient place with good service.

The staff (Mishi especially) were very helpful. The location is great and the private room I was in was very nice. Would be better with a place to hang some clothes and some sheets for summer (instead of a duvet).
Coffee and tea always available. A bit of a wait for the shower sometimes, but it's a good shower.

6/10

Pleasant

08 Jul 2017

Verified traveler

Satisfactory for a single night

If you're needing a bed for a couple of hour, here isn't too bad of a choice. Anything more than that, go anywhere else. The lobby/common area/breakfast room (all the same room) is appealing at first sight with plenty of colour etc, and the lone staff member I saw during the whole visit was friendly enough even if a little unclear.

Our room was in the building next door. This place is your bog-standard, not at all flashy or impressive, it's just as you see it. The location of the site is in a run-down area just on the outskirts of the city centre, across the road is a wall covered in illiterate graffiti though there's a good 'Inspector Gadget' mural on it. The whole street is lined with bad quality and wrecked cars with garages along the way - it isn't a pretty place at all.

The room was a 6-person shared suite and had just 1 double plug socket for all 6 strangers to fight over, luckily I had a portable battery with me. Again it was bog-standard, what you see is what you get, it was clean but didn't sparkle, and the bed (top bunk, at least) felt a little hard but nothing too noticeable, and pillow soft. The communal toilet was also clean and didn't stink as you'd expect from any sort of public restroom, so that was nice.

The free breakfast was just a toaster put on the counter, with bread, some spreads, and a bit of fruit, nothing impressive.

I suppose as it's just a backpacker's hostel, it does its job well, so for 1 night and cheap price, here is alright. Good wifi.

8/10

Excellent

07 Jul 2017

Logan

A surprisingly good and affordable resting place

Good location in the heart of the city,clean and friendly and at a terrific price. great value for money.I shall come back and definately would recommend it to others.

4/10

Poor

22 May 2017

Ruden

Cheap place only for a sleep

Wifi does not work in room, weed smokers around, very basic place.

2/10

Poor

21 Apr 2017

peter

like a polish mens club

prevented from checking in when i came late tho room charged and paid. Left waiting on street with bags.
& men around reception watching and listening and watched every person as they entered; intimidating and surly owner was working when i was there
An atmosphere of violence and suspicion

Horrible. A big change from a few months ago.

4/10

Poor

12 Feb 2017

Rachel

Don't stay here unless you enjoy slimming it.

5 of us booked the whole pod room for 1 night at a cost of £25 each. Very run down and the whole place is in need of major refurbishment. Toilets were clean but I wouldn't have touched the shower. Bedding in room was vile and pillows were stained and brown. No heating on in room and was freezing. Staff were fantastic though and bar area was cheap and pleasant. Tea and coffee free all day and evening. Breakfast was basic and kitchen area clean but wouldn't have used it. Area is very industrial but the take away at the end of the road was good. Wouldn't stay here again, ever.

10/10

Exceptional

10 Dec 2016

Mary

comfy place that feels like a little home

great stay,will definitely stay here again

6/10

Pleasant

28 Nov 2016

Verified traveler

Be aware you need photo ID to check in.

Quiet, walkable from the city centre. Good value. But be warned, you have to have photo ID to check in. The woman at check in was adamant this requirement is clearly stated when making a booking, but I've checked my booking on Expedia and it's not stated anywhere. Not particularly friendly or welcoming, she reluctantly allowed us to stay saying 'this time' I'll let you stay without photo ID. I know this is a hostel but it doesn't hurt to be welcoming and positive towards paying guests and not make guests feel like they are nuisance!

10/10

Exceptional

25 Nov 2016

Lesley

Quirky hostel

Great value for money and facilities. Friendly staff. Perfect for purpose :)

8/10

Excellent

23 Nov 2016

Verified traveler

A bit ruff around the edges but location location

Staff were friendly and helpful

6/10

Pleasant

23 Nov 2016

yusuf

Location is not very elite, there is a junk yard next to the hostel. Rooms are not very clean, neither the common room. The place has kitchen and free breakfast, but do not have high expectations. The place is close to the city center. Price is affordable. I liked to spend some time in the common room.

8/10

Excellent

19 Nov 2016

Londoner

Nice stop by\n

Much nicer stay this time. Room clean but beds bit crowded and too close for comfort to accommodate mixed guests. Kitchen facilities in annex block limited with no suitable sitting area.

4/10

Poor

07 Nov 2016

Fuzzy

Nice but mouldy

The room smelt so mouldy that I think if I am asthmatic it would have brought on an attack! Felt sorry despite the upgrade this has not improve.
Kitchen is just too small and would be good if there is a sitting area in the annex building- people were squashing in to sit in the kitchen.
Not too sure if the bedding were changed as if the smell could be the fabric conditioner or leftover from previous occupant.

8/10

Excellent

07 Nov 2016

Verified traveler

Best hostel I hqve stayed in while in the UK

Good location, walking distance from public transport and city center. Nice atmosphere, with most of the staff friendly and useful, besides one who was quite arrogant. The room and shower facilities were clean, spacious and comfortable. I would stay there again.

8/10

Excellent

07 Nov 2016

Londoner

Cheap, easy but mouldy

Everything went well. Great deco and upgrade on the way but the room still manage to smell mouldy. Better curtains and electric points would help. Kitchens extremely small for the number of people using them.

8/10

Excellent

22 Jun 2016

Rod

central to bullring and transport

stayed one night for work the next day enjoyed the Euro football with the mix of people from around the world good atmosphere

6/10

Pleasant

16 Apr 2016

Magdalene

Cheap convenient lodging

Would be good to have more shower units for so many lodgers. I have never ending to a toilet with no sink for hand washing!! be prepare to have some wet wipes handy but don't put these down the toilet! would also be nice to have a larger kitchen for self catering. Gets crowded with more than 2 preparing meals in there.

8/10

Excellent

21 Mar 2016

Verified traveler

Clean room with welcoming staff but it stated I would have a TV in my private room which I didn't & the wifi didn't work in the room, only in public area.
Fine for a couple of cheap nights away.

10/10

Exceptional

24 Feb 2016

Jose

A+ great place to stay

It is the best choise in birmingham really! Definitely recomend it, the staff is so friendly and wecoming, the lobby looks great and it has all accomodations any traveler needs, breakfast was good. Overall a great experience :)

8/10

Excellent

15 Feb 2016

Diane

Good Value City Hostel

I had nice time at this good value city hostel. The outside of hostel looks worn out, unattractive, but inside the hostel, the recption lounge area is uniquely decorated with art, giving a feeling of welcoming diverse culture, classical and modern at the same time. The main sofa facing the big screen, gave a sinking sensation when I sat on it, even though I was petite, I think it's too worn out, needs to be replaced. Staff are very friendly and helpful. I had good breakfast, good facilities for self catering kitchen. The dorm bed was comfortable, but the bunk bed was positioned too close to the door, so the door gave a banging sound to the bunk bed everytime someone entered or leave the room, disrupting sleep. The shower temperatue was inconsistent; sometimes cold, sometimes hot. The shower water flow was consistently very slow, taking a lot more time for required shower. The general cleaniness was good. Overall, a good value option for short stay close to city centre.

4/10

Poor

22 Jan 2016

alan jacob

needs some tlc and upgrading. not even that cheap

friendly helpful staff but single room was tattycold and uncomfortable without even a wash basin. too few public showers. for a few pounds more you can get a budget hotel room with facilities and adequate heating on cold winter day!
I am glad I checked the location in daytime as in a rough looking area where you dont want to get lost!

8/10

Excellent

17 Nov 2015

Verified traveler

Excellent hostel for anyone clubbing

I booked this for 10 people (6 in a room & 4 in another). The price was great. Our rooms were next door to each other. We were visiting the Rainbow venues which are a 5 min walk away so no need for taxis. The staff were lovely. The only that let it down was the shower I used had very low pressure but I can't comment on any of the others. This is perfect for group outings especially when visiting digbeth club venues. We will definitely be back. Make sure you take pj's and slippers :)

6/10

Pleasant

16 Sep 2015

Verified traveler

OK, only stay if the area suits your travel needs

Mattress was in a fairly bed state and room wasn't the cleanest. Could definitely improve.

6/10

Pleasant

17 Jun 2015

Verified traveler

Friendly staff. Actually gave me an upgrade which was exactly what I needed to have a good night before embarking on a long journey home. Much appreciated

8/10

Excellent

15 Jun 2015

Z

Nice atmosphere, staff helpful & friendly. Will stay again.

4/10

Poor

30 May 2015

robert

Does its job

Fine for what we needed it for; a lads weekend away shower in 3 man room no toilet in room though.

Family

4/10

Poor

30 Mar 2015

Alyssa

Cheap but rough

Pros-the staff was excellent. The woman who checked me in and out was lovely, funny, and very cool. Helpful and welcoming. Also, the doors to each 6 person dorm lock and can be opened with a key code, which was convenient.

Cons-You will not sleep well. My room was a 6 person all female dorm, and although there were only 3 other people in my room that night, it was very uncomfortable. The room was freezing cold, the beds were prison style, and there was so quiet. I barely slept at all.

Keep in mind I am 23 years old and an American traveling through Europe on a budget. This should be ideal for me, right? Nope. I cancelled my next two nights and just stayed at a budget hotel. I guess if you're really into the hostel thing, roughing it, and being uncomfortable, go for this place. Just not my thing.

6/10

Pleasant

16 Mar 2015

Yan

Backpackers Central Hotel

It's good in overall, we can meet friends and chit chat.

6/10

Pleasant

13 Feb 2015

XIAOYING

not too bad

Birmingham is not a city that attract me that much. Even though this hostel is quite near the city center, it did not give a feeling of safe. it is not easy to find this place. However, it is worth the money overall.

8/10

Excellent

04 Feb 2015

Geoffrey Crow

Great value for money

No real complaints. The location is about 10 minutes walk for the train station and a way from any busy streets which made for a very comfortable, uninterrupted nights sleep. The room was clean and tidy and the establishing albeit rough around the edges was very pleasant.
On entry you are greeted by a young Dexter Fletcher lookalike who takes your payment and explains the rules. My room was in the building next door which was only 10 seconds walk from reception.
I would definitely go back if I need to stay in Birmingham.

2/10

Poor

04 Feb 2015

Verified traveler

Not worth the money

To be honest hotel was not at all clean or tidy, pre booked a room for 6 of us then they tried to split us all up. We all slept in our work clothes as room and bedding were discusting

8/10

Excellent

04 Dec 2014

Martin

A basic hostel -what more can you say

It did what it said on the tin