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Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) is a major event in the calendar, so we’ve put together a list of hotels near HOYS at a range of price points to help you make the most of your visit. The event will take place on 9–13 October this year at Birmingham’s NEC. Finding hotels near Horse of the Year Show will help you make the most of your visit to the show, whether you’re there to spectate, support, compete or work.
We’ve included a great selection of accommodation by type – not just hotels near Horse of the Year Show, but apartments and holiday lets, too, so you can easily find what you’re looking for. Accommodation is listed in order of distance to the venue (B40 1NT).
Ibis Birmingham Airport and NEC Distance: 1.3 miles | Tripadvisor rating:3.5/5 |
Situated at Birmingham International Airport, this modern hotel is particularly handy if you’re flying in for the show.
Novotel Birmingham Airport Distance: 1.4 miles | Tripadvisor rating:4/5 |
This is the closest 4-star hotel to the airport terminals, and there are regular trains to the NEC just a two-minute walk away.
Hilton Garden Inn Birmingham Airport Distance: 1.5 miles | Tripadvisor rating:4½/5 |
This hotel offers a range of rooms, including family interconnecting rooms.
Arden Hotel and Leisure Club, Bickenhill Distance: 1.6 miles | Tripadvisor rating:3½/5 |
Located right by the NEC, this 3-star hotel has a swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, snooker room and a fully equipped gym.
Travelodge Birmingham Airport Distance: 3.2 miles | Tripadvisor rating:4/5 |
This is the closest Travelodge to the NEC – a great option for a budget stay.
The Bulls Head by Innkeeper’s Collection Distance: 4.3 miles | Tripadvisor rating:3½/5 |
With real fires and traditional food, this 17th-century coaching inn is less than a 10-min drive to the NEC.
Church Farm, Bickenhill Distance: 1.5 miles | Tripadvisor rating:4½/5 |
Sleep in converted stables at this farm stay B&B. All rooms are en-suite, have flat screen TV and access to free wifi.
The White Lion Inn Distance: 2.9 miles | Tripadvisor rating:4/5 |
With a traditional restaurant and ale bar, this inn has elegant decor and period features – and is just 10 mins from the NEC.
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