Needing a last minute overnight stop, close to nearby family, the Cavalier House Hotel fitted the bill. It is, it seems, an annexe to the Edgbaston Palace Hotel next door,where one has to book in/out, which was slightly confusing and felt a little remote.As a lone, older woman, this didn't make me feel totally secure. As there was scaffolding outside I assume the Cavalier is undergoing some renovation - indeed, although my room was pleasant,comfortable and overlooking a nice wooded garden at the rear, was in need of a little TLC; a stained carpet, broken door on bedside table and an eaves door that rattled badly if the window was opened.
On the positive side, the staff were very friendly, welcoming and helpful.