Nestled near a train station, The Forest Hotel invites you to unwind with free in-room WiFi and enjoy the serene garden. Savor local flavors at the restaurant, raise a glass at the bar, or plan your event in one of our meeting rooms.
When you stay at The Forest Hotel, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of National Exhibition Centre. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.
At a glance
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Hotel size
12 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Facilities
Garden
Terrace
Banquet hall
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 10 (subject to availability)
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed on Sunday:
Dining venue(s)
Children & extra beds
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Forest Hotel Solihull
Forest Hotel
Forest Solihull
The Forest Hotel Hotel
The Forest Hotel Solihull
The Forest Hotel Hotel Solihull
Frequently asked questions
Does The Forest Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Forest Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Forest Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Forest Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Forest Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 10 (subject to availability).
What is there to do at The Forest Hotel and nearby?
The Forest Hotel has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Forest Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around The Forest Hotel like?
The Forest Hotel is just a short 1-minute walk from Dorridge Station.
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Reviews
The Forest Hotel Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.6
Cleanliness
7.8
Location
8.6
Staff & service
8.0
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
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8/10 Very good
May 28, 2025
Great Staff, Interesting old building. Great location
Nice stay. Good service from reception. Quality bar and restaurant.
Ajay
Ajay, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 18, 2024
Excellent place to rest over night.
Very pleasant and comfortable room
Kay
Kay, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 22, 2024
Friendly staff. Nice restaurant. Authentic local atmosphere.
bob
bob, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 28, 2024
Really impressed KITCHEN AMAZING & Bar really good - Staff SUPER GOOD - Victor 🇨🇳 & Abby 🇦🇺 SUPER STARS !!!
Scott Alfred
Scott Alfred, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Oct 15, 2025
Staff were fine. Restaurant food was good as was continental breakfast
Our room was disappointing. Water damaged ceiling not repaired, carpet dreadful, needed decorating. Bathroom fittings OK but surrounds/tiling needed replacing
David
David, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 15, 2023
Great stay immediately across from train station. Noise not a bother. Well appointed room. Great pub attached. Terrific front desk and wait staff.
Kelly
Kelly, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 25, 2024
Next to dorridge station. Nice and neat room. Good
Wong
Wong, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 16, 2023
The staff were very accommodating. A bit noisy for us but we go to bed early and bar still functioning
judy
judy, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Mar 12, 2025
good
comfortable room, slightly aged room with cracking paint, but well set out and comfy with nice finishes with cushions etc.
Breakfast was a set continental - No choices, which let it down.
John
John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 6, 2025
Warm, friendly hotel with a great atmosphere. Our room was fabulous and breakfast was great.
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Apr 17, 2026
Very slow service for 4 coffees in the bar after we had checked out.
Wood work in ensuite bathroom rotten. Stair carpet upto our 2nd floor room needed a good refresh
Colin
Colin, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Apr 2, 2026
I stayed in room 12 which is in the attic. Sounded like someone was trying to get in to the room from the attic all night. Possibly no harm to get someone in to look at the
Bev
Bev, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 25, 2025
Great food
Nicholas
Nicholas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 8, 2025
Lovely welcome, friendly, personable staff, comfortable beds and pillows. Excellent customer service at bar and restaurant.
Michelle
Michelle, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 3, 2022
Nice hotel for a short break.
Keith
Keith, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jan 31, 2026
Bedroom radiator not working. Room Fan heater not working also. Had to visit reception go ask for another heater.
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 29, 2017
Well managed small Hotel
Good standard and pleasant surroundings - would recommend and I don't usually.
Tim
Tim, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 5, 2024
Booked for our customers and was highly praised by them.
SHANE
SHANE, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 20, 2023
Excellent Staff and service
Ray
Ray, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 4, 2023
Stayed here for one night and booked the superior king room. Room was nice size and clean. Was a little noisy on the evening as below our window is the outside seating area for the bar. Breakfast following morning was very nice .
Marc
Marc, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 22, 2022
Close to Solihull and motorway across road train station and shops nothing bad to say
Kevin
Kevin, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Mar 7, 2024
Average hotel
Cooked breakfast only available after 9am ..no use to many business travellers..Parking is a nightmare as around teatime the carpark is filled with people using the pub and very little parking around the st ..had to repark at 10pm