Victorian hostel in Birmingham with a 24-hour front desk
This smoke-free hostel features a microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and a 24-hour front desk. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a communal living room, a front-desk safe, and multilingual staff assistance are onsite. Weekly housekeeping is available.
Malacuna Birmingham offers 37 accommodations with portable fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Beds feature premium bedding. This Birmingham hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided weekly.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Malacuna Birmingham. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Royal Birmingham Society of Artists. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas and coworking space. This property offers pet-friendly amenities like food and water bowls.
Free WiFi
Amenities include a front-desk safe, a multilingual staff, and a communal living room
Onsite recreation includes yoga classes
Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean accommodations
Just a 4-minute walk from Royal Birmingham Society of Artists and 4 minutes by foot from St. Paul's Church
Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
As a guest of Malacuna Birmingham, you'll find multilingual staff, a front-desk safe, and a communal living room. Public spaces have free WiFi. Malacuna Birmingham also features a microwave in a common area and a refrigerator in a common area.
This Victorian Birmingham hostel is smoke free.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
No on-site parking available
Things to do
Yoga classes
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Guidebooks
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Guest services
Housekeeping (weekly)
Multilingual staff
Business services
Coworking space
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
6 steps to reach entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
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4 floors
Communal living room
Smoke-free property
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Victorian architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Hair dryer (on request)
Shampoo
Soap
Food and drink
Restaurant dining guides
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Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board on request
Portable fan
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
All guests must show a valid photo identification document at check-in.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets: GBP 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a deposit of GBP 25 per stay
Only dogs are allowed
Weight limit: 33 lbs per pet
Food and water bowls are available
Certain rooms only
You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
Breakage deposit: GBP 1 per stay
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Pet deposit: GBP 25 per stay
Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Towels fee: GBP 4 (or guests may bring their own)
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts major credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Air conditioning and electricity are not provided
Parties and events are allowed on site
Long-term renters welcome
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number 15640070
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
There is no hot water on site.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
Alcohol isn't allowed at Malacuna Birmingham.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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Malacuna Birmingham Reviews
Reviews
7.6
Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 255 reviews
10 - Excellent
106
Rating 8 - Good. 71 out of 255 reviews
8 - Good
71
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 255 reviews
6 - Okay
28
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 255 reviews
4 - Poor
21
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 255 reviews
2 - Terrible
29
7.4/10
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Staff & service
7.2/10
Amenities
7.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Okay
William
25 Sept 2025
William
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth
25 Sept 2025
Elizabeth
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
Alyson
24 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Alyson
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
6/10 Okay
Loic
22 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The rooms are very good. However, the common areas, especially the kitchen and "dining room" are neglected. A single small fridge is simply not sufficient for this number of rooms. Asking 3 pounds for the luggage room is also quite rare...