Coventry East (M6,Jct2) Hotel

How people rate this hotel is beyond belief. It is without doubt the worst room I have ever encountered. Walls are barely painted, there was mold or damp that would catch your breath every time I entered . Bathroom was completely outdated but at least had hot water. If this place doesn't need a total revamp then Premier Inn definitely won't be an option moving forward. I stayed here simply because of location for a meeting and paid £154 for the pleasure without breakfast. This place would feel like a rip off at £50 per night. Even the free WiFi was awful. The only good thing was plenty of onsite parking. Grim is how I would sum up my night.

It is almost exactly a year since my last stay, and my last review of this place. My opinion hasn't changed. It is still convenient for the NEC, with its proximity to the M6. The room was perfectly fine. But my sleep was somewhat disturbed by noise and commotion from other guests, although that is a minor niggle. I had one of the larger rooms, with space for an extra bed, and this additional space was appreciated. The TV is far too small however and badly situated. It is too high up and off to the side. It is impossible to read graphics at that distance. With a tiny screen like that, it really ought to be lower down and more central, so not very well thought out. I also risked dinner at the adjacent restaurant. My experience last time was not great, and I also experienced issues this time around (see pictures). I sampled two of the starters: Firstly, the felafels. These were slightly pale and it was clear from the uneven browning that they had simply been grilled. Ideally felafels should be deep fried, but if they are baked, they should be golden and crispy. These weren't. They were too soft and crumbly. Secondly, the crispy prawns. These were better, and the spicy mayo made all the difference. But overall, in both cases, they were not very hot. Both came out lukewarm at best. For my main course I opted for an 8oz sirloin. To be fair this was well cooked and the peppercorn sauce was really good. A pity the peas were slightly shrivelled and insipid, but that is not a deal-breaker. On the plus side, all the hotel and restaurant staff were pleasant, helpful and courteous throughout. I also liked that the car park was never full, unlike at some Premier Inns where - if you arrive later in the evening - the car park is chock-a-block, and it is impossible to find a convenient space.

Room no problem. The ramps going in the car park was that steep it smacked everything under my car, I hope there is no damage!!! If you stay for breakfast make sure he listens when taking your order as he certainly didn't listen to me and brought the wrong order, but with me having to make a move I had no option but to make the best of it as no time to wait for it to be redone!!!!!!!!!

As budget hotels go, this one is superb. Enormous, spotlessly clean bed, generously hot shower facilities, and staff who made me feel personally welcome. Overall, an excellent experience.

Tucked away, on the road side of the big Tesco Extra site, a wonderful little find. Easy parking and very efficient people doing check in, no machine in sight. Very nice room with all I could require, and especially good to have a bath. Very nice dinner in adjacent building, and after a very good nights sleep an included breakfast.