The elegant 4-star Crowne Plaza Birmingham NEC is set in landscaped grounds and is next to the LG Arena and the NEC. Birmingham International Airport and Rail Station are both within 1.5 miles. Air-conditioned bedrooms feature TVs, hairdryers and bathrobes. They also include radios, work desks and tea/coffee making facilities. The restaurant has floor-to-ceiling windows and offers wonderful views of the lake. There is a terrace for al fresco dining. The bar has comfortable sofas and an electric blue decor. It also features a Starbucks Coffee Bar. The Crowne Plaza Birmingham has secrure on-site parking for over 200 cars and offers a free airport shuttle service. The M42 is nearby and the train station has direct trains to London, Manchester and Glasgow.