Holidays abroad are something to look forward to for the majority of us, presenting a chance to take some hard earned time off work and relax. Many of us spend all year earning enough money to pay for our holiday and want to be able to appreciate the whole experience, from leaving our home to arriving back in the UK.

Travelling, particularly when you are flying long haul, can be a tiring experience – especially when flying from major airports such as those in Birmingham. This is the main reason for the influx of Birmingham airport hotels, as the airport is huge and many long haul flights now depart from Birmingham. To make your holiday as relaxing and enjoyable as possible, an overnight stay at one of the many Birmingham airport hotels is usually recommended. This will mean you don’t have to spend hours travelling to the airport, worrying about getting stuck in traffic jams or being on time for the flight as you will be able to book an alarm call and arrive at the airport after a short journey, refreshed and raring to go.

Birmingham airport hotels are convenient but they are also noisy, meaning that you may lose out on precious sleep leaving you feeling tired and weary on the flight and exhausted by the time you reach your destination. A stay in a hotel can also work out expensive if you have to dine out, as hotel restaurants can be expensive.

Serviced apartments in Birmingham such as ours at Serviced City Pads will give you the chance to relax and unwind in a peaceful environment, with the food of your choosing at little extra cost – followed by an all-important, uninterrupted night’s sleep. Serviced apartments in Birmingham offer much more space, relaxation and an overall more bespoke experience than any hotel.

There are plenty of Birmingham airport hotels on the market, offering accommodation ranging from budget to boutique to high-end luxury. And, especially if you’re on a flying visit, booking a hotel near the airport may seem the easiest option.

But what many people don’t realise is that Birmingham airport hotels aren’t the only place to stay in this vibrant, busy city. One alternative which you may not have considered hiring a serviced apartment for your stay.

Serviced apartments work as well for business trips as they do for personal jaunts. A serviced apartment can be a family base or a venue for work meetings and a place to stay while away on business.

The great advantage which this kind of accommodation has over Birmingham airport hotels is the extra space– a whole apartment rather than just a room or two – with the freedom to please yourself and come and go as you wish. A serviced apartment can also provide the perfect place to unwind after a hard day’s work.

When it comes to catering, serviced apartments really come into their own. If you’re on a budget or just don’t fancy going out, a fully kitted out kitchen means you can sort out your own meals. If you want to save money but can’t face cooking, grab a takeaway or order in. Of course, Birmingham has a fantastic range of eateries when you do fancy going out in Birmingham, including its famous Balti belt. With serviced flats, the choice really is yours.

At Serviced City Pads, we have dozens of serviced apartments across Birmingham at prices which beat Birmingham airport hotels hands down, especially for longer stays, and during the week.

Whatever brings you to Birmingham, check out our web site before you start looking into Birmingham airport hotels.

Birmingham is an exciting city with plenty to do, and its central location makes it the ideal place for business people from across the UK and abroad to meet up. Strong rail, air and road links make it extremely accessible.

With huge events like the IPEX printing exhibition coming up, and long-running musical Les Misérables calling in at Birmingham in the spring, there are more reasons than ever to visit in 2010.

If you thought corporate accommodation around Birmingham was limited to hotels, think again! While the city has a wide range of hotels from budget to luxury, they can be costly over time, and don’t offer much in the way of space, flexibility or privacy.

If you’re looking for corporate accommodation in Birmingham or nearby, you could find that serviced apartments are the perfect answer for your organisation. The more comfortable your staff are, the more productive they’re likely to be. Serviced apartments give your employees a home from home while saving you money, especially over time. Not only is this kind of accommodation actually cheaper, but you can also save money as a fully-equipped kitchen allows staff to cook their own meals if they want.

At Serviced City Pads, we have a wide selection of corporate accommodation in Birmingham and more. All of it is fully-furnished and stylishly kitted out, to at least the standard of a three star hotel. And ‘serviced’ means you can expect some of the perks you’d get in a hotel, including maid service and changed linen.

We have apartments sleeping up to five people across the city centre, with prices starting at just under £80 a night. It’s easy to book corporate accommodation in Birmingham through our web site – log on today and find out more.