Macdonald Burlington Hotel in Birmingham, England

The Hotel is situated in the heart of Birmingham's impressive newly pedestrianised shopping area, close to the town hall and central plaza. It is within it's own exclusive arcade, adjacent to New Street station.

All of the rooms are individually designed and vary in size from small tomedium. The bathrooms are marble with gilded fittings.

The Berlioz restaurant is the Hotel's own exclusive A La Carte establishment, whilst breakfast is catered for in a separate dining area. The Bacchus bar is extremely popular and inviting, designed to reflect the garden of eden, with beautiful floral displays.

The medium sized lobby is adorned with individual flower arrangements and the decor is marble and gold in a traditional style. There are comfortable seating areas, offering light meals.

The Hotel is reached through the marbled Burlington arcade, via an elevator or short flight of steps. The gilded doorway makes for a grand entrance.

The Hotel is a unique and imaginative property, the opulence of which reflects the money invested in it. The attention to detail is remarkable and refreshing. (10/08 db)