12 Best Cheap Airbnb Vacation Rentals In Birmingham, England - Updated 2024

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Birmingham is a city in the West Midlands region of England which has been a manufacturing city dating back to the 18th century. Art and museum lovers will enjoy the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, which exhibits pre-Raphaelite masterpieces. The city also has a canal network throughout the city, some of which run from Sherborne Wharf with its trendy bars and cafes. Created by the Cadbury chocolate company, the Cadbury World offers self-guided tours and samples. Retail therapy is available at the Bull Ring, a major shopping center in the city. If you want to make the most of your trip, visit the famous cocktail bars here. The National Sea Life Center offers a chance to view more than 60 displays of marine and freshwater life. If on a budget while visiting the city, stay at one of the best cheap Airbnb vacation rentals in Birmingham, England, listed below.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 07, 2024.

1. A charming cozy room (from USD 32)

Discover a delightful travel destination offering a cozy single room in an Airbnb near Birmingham City Center with access to a shared upstairs bathroom. Within a short stroll, you’ll find convenient rail and bus links. Unwind with a comforting cup of tea or coffee, courtesy of the provided kettle.

Your host will be there to greet you or you can follow the instructions to find the key box located behind the gate. It’s important to note that guests won’t have access to the kitchen.

Stayed at this property?
West Midlands, England, United Kingdom
7.56 km (4.7 mi) from National SEA LIFE Centre Birmingham
111 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
PRIVATE ROOM IN HOME 1 Bed 1 Guest 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 1

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the room and bathroom are accurate and perfect
comfortable well furnished room with thoughtful touches
the bathroom was spacious with a very good shower
Cleanliness:
very clean and stylish room
always clean and comfortable
great value for a clean tidy and quiet room
a wonderful peaceful space really clean and calm
and bathroon were very clean and nice
Host:
a perfect host
katie is a wonderful host and is a joy to chat with
katie is a wonderful host and very considerate
lovely stay once again - amazing host
katie is a super host
Location:
excellent location in a warm and comfortable room
a short walk from the train station which is on a good line to birmingham and beyond
katie’s is a great place to stay
staying at katie’s place was straightforward and hassle free from initial booking and throughout
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2. A home away home (from USD 21)

Welcome to this comfortable house located near Cotteridge Park. With easy access to trains and buses, you’ll find yourself conveniently connected to various attractions. Birmingham University is only three stops away by train, while the city center is just five stops away. Chocolate enthusiasts can easily visit Mondelez-Cadbury UK, a mere 15-minute walk away, and Cadbury World, a 20-minute walk.

As a guest, you’ll have full access to the kitchen and its facilities, allowing you to prepare your favorite meals. Additionally, you can make yourself at home in the living rooms, and of course, enjoy the amenities of the bathroom, which includes a bath and shower. Don’t forget to explore the charming garden as well.

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West Midlands, England, United Kingdom
6.47 km (4.1 mi) from National SEA LIFE Centre Birmingham
90 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
PRIVATE ROOM IN HOME 1 Bed 1 Guest 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 1

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the room was nice and communication with antony was great
antony was quick to respond to messages and the room was clean and comfortable
everything was brilliant except from not having a tv in the room
i moved upstairs after a week and it was more comfortable
room was a nice size and felt very comfortable
Cleanliness:
a clean comfortable space which is a very good value for money
good value for money clean and spacious room with a comfy bed
place was perfect very cosy and clean everything you need
he has a great place which is clean and tidy and a lovely garden
Host:
anthony was a great host
anthony was a great host and made sure i had everything i needed
anthony is a great host very welcoming
generally ok host was very easy to communicate and fast replies
antony is a great host he is kind and always available to respond
Location:
nice house in a location that was ideal for our visit
on a good bus route
easy to park outside
it’s a quiet quirky house in a good location for transport
lovely place and well located
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3. Private guest rooms close to Birmingham city (from USD 48)

This spacious home is another affordable vacation rental near Birmingham, within a 15-minute walk of the city center. It is situated near the main station, in an upmarket and quiet district of Birmingham. The universities are all within a two-mile radius of the house. There is a television in the room and guests are welcome to use the kitchen, tea, and coffee and there is a washing machine available with washing powder. In total, there are five double rooms available in the home. Free Wi-Fi is available to guests too.

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West Midlands, England, United Kingdom
1.51 km (1.0 mi) from National SEA LIFE Centre Birmingham
420 reviews   Wifi Available
PRIVATE ROOM IN HOME 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
nice rooms and good amenities
although it was really hot during our stay (around 30°c) the bedroom had a comfortable temperature for sleeping
room was as described clean with free wifi and tv service
my friend and i booked two rooms and i’ve left a longer review for the other one
great room close to the arena birmingham
Cleanliness:
everything was clean as well
catherine’s place is clean and tidy
we had nice and clean room
communication was great and the whole house was nice and clean with everything we needed
it was really nice and clean place
Host:
they were so nice and kind
the hosts were friendly and answered all of our questions very quickly
very friendly host with a cosy home would recommend
the hosts were super responsive over text
very nice hosts and great value for money
Location:
perfect location and lovely landlords
its nice place and close to town
nice place great location very affordable
very conveniently located a short walk from the city and excellent value for money
it was very well located with street parking and a quick walk into town
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4. Cozy place in Edgbaston (from USD 38)

This comfortable room is located in a private home in Edgbaston, within a 15-minute walk of the city center and station. The universities of Birmingham are all within a two-mile (3.2 km) radius of the home. This place will give easy access to all the nearby shopping malls. The room comes with double beds and shared bathrooms. There is a TV in each room and free Wi-Fi and ethernet connections are provided. Guests are welcome to use the kitchen to cook daily meals and tea and coffee are freely available. There is also a washing machine for daily laundry needs of the guests.

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West Midlands, England, United Kingdom
1.39 km (0.9 mi) from National SEA LIFE Centre Birmingham
467 reviews   Wifi Available
PRIVATE ROOM IN HOME 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
my room also had a great view of the city centre
i had a very comfortable stay at diane’s place
nice clean room with desk small tv and wi fi
very comfy bed good heating and very easy check in and out
the room was lovely the bed was super comfy and there were spare pillows in the wardrobe
Cleanliness:
very clean and comfortable house
clean and comfortable home
very clean and good environment
clean and cozy and spacious quiet neighborhood
very cosy and clean house
Host:
host is very friendly
owner is very friendly and nice to people
the hosts provide really easy check-in and check-out
great host and a decent place to stay
clear instructions and helpful host
Location:
perfect location for edgbaston cricket ground
it is in a great location close to both the university and the city
near to town and to my place of work so was ideal
cute little house close to the city centre only took a 5 minute uber
location is perfect if you are visiting edgbaston cricket stadium
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5. Quality accommodation close to the city center (from USD 39)

If you are looking for comfortable accommodations near Birmingham, then this place is just that. The double room is one of the five rooms in a private home located in Edgbaston, a 15-minute walk to the main station and city center. Birmingham Universities are within a two-mile (3.21 km) drive from the house. Guests share bathrooms and can use the kitchen for cooking simple meals. Free tea and coffee and laundry facilities are available. A television is provided in each room and guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi and ethernet connections during their stay.

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West Midlands, England, United Kingdom
1.57 km (1.0 mi) from National SEA LIFE Centre Birmingham
315 reviews   Wifi Available
PRIVATE ROOM IN HOME 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the bed was super comfortable and the room had a nice view of the garden
very good value quiet street with a warm comfy room
very nice person room is very comfortable and the facilities are complete
the room is small and comfy perfect for quick trips or single travelers
loved the convenience of multiple bathrooms downstairs and upstairs
Cleanliness:
the bedroom was clean and tidy and the bathroom was very clean
great communication fab shower room very clean
warm clean and comfortable
comfortable clean and great communication - thank you
sparkling clean quiet highly recommend
Host:
hosts were lovely and welcoming
dianne is an amazing host
the owners are friendly and very helpful
dianne is a very nice host
clear instructions and very hospitable host would definitelly stay again
Location:
really good location near the city centre and near a train station
great location a pleasant 30 min walk to the uni
nice place not to far from either city center or the university
lovely place in a great location
a great place to stay i loved the location
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6. Stay close to all attractions

This comfortable double room is located in a home in downtown Birmingham, close to all the attractions. Public transport is available close by. Guests have access to Smart TV and broadband Internet. A light continental breakfast is included in the stay. Guests are welcome to use the kitchen, lounge and dining area, bathrooms and toilets and are welcome to relax in the garden.

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West Midlands, England, United Kingdom
1.22 km (0.8 mi) from National SEA LIFE Centre Birmingham
161 reviews   Wifi Available
PRIVATE ROOM IN HOME 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the bed was extremely comfortable and a great room with a desk and closet
Cleanliness:
clean great communication and good value
a very clean comfortable room with two clean bathrooms
clean and nice place good communication
clean tidy and slept well
the place was clean & quiet
Host:
great host made us feel very welcome
edson is a very nice host
edson was a great host
edson is a great host that makes sure that you feel like at home
the directions to the property were also very helpful
Location:
location brilliant right by the city centre
it's a perfect location to easily access the city centre by foot or transport links
edson‘s place is located very close to the city center and makes it easy to explore the city
transport was easy and there is a supermarket really close by
best thing is there's a tesco within walking distance
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7. Bed and breakfast in central Birmingham

Located in Birmingham’s Irish quarter, this seven-bedroom bed and breakfast offers comfortable rooms above an Irish bar. The bed and breakfast is a five-minute walk from the Bull Ring shopping center. Each room features a double bed, television and en-suite bathroom. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. The bed and breakfast has a separate entrance to the bar.

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Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
1.73 km (1.1 mi) from National SEA LIFE Centre Birmingham
232 reviews   Wifi Available
Private room in bed and breakfast 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the wifi was very good and earplugs are a must on friday and saturday nights
there can be noise but didn't bother me at all in my room and wasn't noisy too late
otherwise great place and i would book the room again in the future
basic room but great for the price take earplugs
great location very basic room and breakfast (jam toast and cereal with coffee black tea and orange juice)
Cleanliness:
clean room with private nice bathroom
the whole place was exceptionally clean
the room was very clean
the room was clean
as youd expect for the budget but clean and comfortable enough for a short stay
Host:
the hosts were lovely too
great host and lovely room
the host is very responsive if you have any questions
however the staff were great very friendly
the staff is very nice and listening very welcoming
Location:
the central location was definitely a plus
amazing location and great value
the location is central and ideal for visiting the city
super central & close to everything you could need
superb location only 10-15 minutes walk to new street station and the bullring shopping area
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8. Bed and breakfast with en-suite bathroom

The single room is located above The Kerryman Irish bar, a five-minute walk from the Bull Ring shopping center and Birmingham’s China Town. The property is also a fifteen-minute walk from the New Street train station and is opposite the Birmingham Coach Station. Television, Wi-Fi, and a daily breakfast are available to guests.

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1.93 km (1.2 mi) from National SEA LIFE Centre Birmingham
155 reviews   Wifi Available
ROOM IN BED AND BREAKFAST 1 Bed 1 Guest 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 1

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
tv is at the top left corner so impossible to watch but wifi was adequate enough for netflix
the small room was ok
very nice room as expected
music is very audible from the room so make sure it's a stay for partying
for the rest: check-in was smooth and they also offer free breakfast which is a nice touch
Cleanliness:
it was clean and tidy and the ensuite bathroom was modern and clean also
rooms were clean modern and efficient
the room is basic though clean with sufficient towels
clean and tidy rooms well done out
great room super clean and spacious
Host:
the staff was nice
friendly host and staff
rachel is a really good host and she is quick to communicate if you have questions
rachel herself is helpful and responsive
so prompt and helpful with responses
Location:
good location close to station and shopping centre
good location near the coach station and shopping center
great place at great location
great location and flexible check in time
very convenient location and great value
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9. An attractive lodging with a balcony

This attractive room has a double bed and sofa bed to sleep up to three persons. The apartment is located in the center of Birmingham close to the New Street Station. There is a park in the center of the development and the city center and all its shops, restaurants and nightlife are a 10-minute walk away. Guests have access to the open-plan living area with a television, a fully equipped kitchen and balcony, and free Wi-Fi is provided.

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Birmingham , Birmingham, United Kingdom
1.39 km (0.9 mi) from National SEA LIFE Centre Birmingham
180 reviews  
Private room in apartment 1 Bed 1 Bedroom 2 Bathrooms
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
if you just want a nice room convenient for the centre you can't fault this
my room was spacious with a comfortable bed wardrobe bedside light etc
the room was spacious and the private bathroom very nice
it is a tastefully decorated apartment and i enjoyed my stay there would definitely go there again
a lovely bright spacious room with a private bathroom right across the hall
Cleanliness:
very clean and lovely decoration
flat was clean and beautifully decorated
it was a lovely flat clean and very comfortable
the apartment is clean and nicely decorated and very comfortable
very good place to stay clean and quite
Host:
friendly host and adorable cats
farah is a wonderful host
farah is a great host who does everything to make you feel at home
farah is a great host and made us feel very welcome
she was very helpful and kind one of the nicest hosts i've met
Location:
great location only a short walk from the centre
the location is good and center of this city and close to station
brilliant location just 10 minutes walk from downtown
comfortable room close to the train station 15min walk
location is ideal to walk in to centre restaurants and canals
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10. A spacious home stay with kitchen

The spacious and attractive double bedroom is located in a private home, close to the Edgbaston Reservoir and Harbourne walkway. There are many shops and restaurants close by and the property is on two main bus routes. The room features a double bed and two sofas as well as a private bathroom with a bathtub and a well-equipped kitchen and diner. Guests also have access to the laundry facilities in the property. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout.

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Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
2.92 km (1.9 mi) from National SEA LIFE Centre Birmingham
45 reviews  
Private room in house 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

11. Comfort and connectivity in an apartment

This comfortable room is located in a private home in Moseley, Birmingham, close to a selection of cafes, restaurants, bars, and pubs. The Edgbaston Cricket Ground is a short walk away, while the city center is a short bus journey away. The room has a double bed and is ideal for couples or singles and has a private bathroom. Guests have access to the kitchen and living area of the home. Free Wi-Fi is provided.

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Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
3.22 km (2.0 mi) from National SEA LIFE Centre Birmingham
183 reviews  
Private room in apartment 1 Bed 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

12. Comfortable single room in the city

The attractively furnished single room is located in a private townhouse​, close to the city center and a five-minute walk to ICC and Arena in Birmingham. Brindley Place is a short walk away. The room shares bathrooms with other guests and the facilities that you can share are the kitchen, living room and a garden for outdoor relaxation. A television and Wi-Fi are available to guests too. Secure parking is available at an additional charge, but street parking is readily available.

Stayed at this property?
Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
439 meters (0.3 ft) from National SEA LIFE Centre Birmingham
171 reviews   Wifi Available
Private room in residential home 1 Bed 1 Guest 1 Bedroom 1 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 1

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
even mattress is comfortable
surya and iulia are warm friendly hosts my room was lovely and all amenities were excellent
i felt very welcomed and the room had everything i needed
lulia's room was superb great location very clean all rooms fast wifi as well
Cleanliness:
rooms were clean and washroom was clean as per expectation
clean place easy to find
the house is quiet with a well equipped kitchen a clean bathroom and room as described
also this place is super clean and pretty good for walking
it’s clean quiet and well-placed accommodation for exploring birmingham
Host:
the hosts are very friendly people
they were really nice hosts and were really helpful and friendly
excellent hosts who care about their guests
they are super hosts
really good service with really friendly and thoughtful people
Location:
prime location and super friendly
great location and value for money
comfortable place nice location in the city center
the canal is close by for an interesting walk
very nice and tidy great central area
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Have fun staying in Birmingham at an affordable price

Explore all the sights and attractions of the city, while staying in comfort at affordable Airbnb apartments in Birmingham. Here is the list of the best affordable Airbnbs in Birmingham, England.

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Anne Sewell was born in England, but has spent most of her life in Africa - Malawi, Zimbabwe and South Africa - and now resides on the beautiful Costa del Sol in southern Spain. She loves writing...Read more

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