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Hilton Birmingham Metropole

The NEC Birmingham, Pendigo Way, Birmingham, B40 1PP

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Hotel Summary

Getting Help and Assistance

  • There is a Hilton Team Member available for help and assistance.
  • There is not a Hilton Team Member trained in British Sign Language.
  • The alternative formats documents can be provided in include; large print on request and different languages on request.
  • There is an assistance dog toilet or toileting area at the venue/nearby.
  • The assistance dog toilet or toileting area is located in the grounds surrounding the hotel and car park.
  • Water bowls for assistance dogs are available.
  • There are mobility aids available.

Drop-Off Point / Pick Up Point

  • Drop-Off Point View
    • There is a designated drop-off point.
    • The drop-off point is clearly marked.
    • The drop-off point is located in front of the main entrance.
    • The route from the drop-off point is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
    • Assistance may be required due to dropped kerbs.
      There is not tactile paving at the dropped kerb.

Hotel Parking

  • Parking View
    • The hotel does have its own parking facilities.
    • The car park is located in front of the hotel.
    • The car park type is open air/surface.
    • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
    • The car park does have a barrier control system.
    • The car park surface is tarmac.
    • There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
    • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
    • There is/are 8 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
    • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 367cm x 596cm.
    • There is a 120cm hatched zone around the Blue Badge parking bay(s).
    • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
    • Clearly marked/signposted parent and child parking bays are not available.
  • Paying View
    • There are parking charges for the car park.
    • Payment signs are provided.
    • Payment signs are clearly presented.
    • Payment signs are located at the entrance to the car park.
    • Payment term signs do not make it clear if parking charges apply to Blue Badge holders.
    • Parking is not free for Blue Badge holders.
    • To see the parking charges please click here (opens new tab).
    • Payment machines are located inside the hotel, opposite the Concierge Desk.
    • There is not a payment machine at a convenient height for wheelchair users, however payment can be made at reception.
    • There is a level turning space (minimum 185cm x 210cm) in front of the payment machine(s).
  • Access from the Car Park View
    • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
    • Assistance may be required because there is/are dropped kerbs.
    • The entrance is clearly visible from the car park.
    • The surface on the approach to the entrance is tarmac and block paving.
    • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
    • There is no tactile paving on dropped kerbs between the car park and the entrance.
    • The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 23m from the main entrance.
  • Comments View
    • There is a second barrier to access the Blue Badge and Special Requirements parking bays in front of the hotel (photograph 2).
    • Instructions for access to this area is provided at the second barrier (photograph 3).

Approach (Main Entrance)

  • Approach View
    • The surface of the approach is block paving.
    • The approach surface is uneven in places.
    • There is step-free access on the approach.

Outside Access (Main Entrance)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the hotel.
    • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
    • This entrance is signed with 'Hilton Birmingham Metropole'.
    • There is step-free access at this entrance.
    • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
    • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
    • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
    • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
    • The door(s) is/are double width.
    • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
    • The width of the door opening is 241cm.
    • There is a second set of doors.
    • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
    • The door(s) is/are double width.
    • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
    • The width of the door opening is 237cm.
    • There is not a Hilton Team Member available for assistance at this entrance.

Approach (LivingWell and Hotel Crown - South Wing Entrance)

  • Approach View
    • The surface of the approach is block paving.
    • The approach surface is uneven in places.
    • There is a/are fixed bollard(s) on the approach.
    • The bollard(s) has/have a good colour contrast to prevent them being hazardous to visually impaired people.
    • There is step-free access on the approach.

Outside Access (LivingWell and Hotel Crown - South Wing Entrance)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located at the front left of the hotel.
    • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
    • This entrance is signed with 'LivingWell Health Clubs'.
    • There is step-free access at this entrance.
    • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
    • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
    • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
    • The door(s) is/are double width.
    • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 184cm.
    • There is a second set of doors.
    • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
    • The door(s) is/are double width.
    • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 162cm.
    • There is not a Hilton Team Member available for assistance at this entrance.

Approach (NEC Entrance)

  • Approach View
    • The surface of the approach is block paving.
    • There is step-free access on the approach.

Outside Access (NEC Entrance)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the hotel.
    • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
    • This entrance is signed with 'Hilton Birmingham Metropole'.
    • There is step-free access at this entrance.
    • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
    • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
    • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
    • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
    • The height of the key card reader is 124cm.
    • A key card is required for access between 00:00 and 06:00.
    • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
    • The door(s) is/are double width.
    • The width of the door opening is 163cm.
    • There is a second set of doors.
    • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
    • The door(s) is/are double width.
    • The width of the door opening is 168cm.
  • Ramp/Slope View
    • There is a slope with a very easy incline.

Lobby

  • Circulation View
    • The type of flooring in the lobby is tiles.
    • There is some flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
    • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
    • Seating in the lobby includes; bench seating, seats without armrests and armchairs.
    • The lighting levels are good.
  • Signage View
    • Wayfinding signage is provided.
    • Signs and universally accepted symbols or pictograms, indicating lifts, stairs, WCs, circulation routes and other parts of the building are provided in the lobby area.
    • Wayfinding signage is clearly presented/easy to read.
    • Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
  • Audio View
    • This lobby does play background music in public areas.

Eating and Drinking (Gild To Go)

  • Location and Access View
    • The following information is for the café/bar.
    • The café/bar is located on the ground floor, to the front left of the lobby as you enter via the main entrance.
    • There is step-free access to the café/bar.
  • Service and Menus View
    • Tables cannot be booked in advance.
    • There is a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
    • Hilton Team Members can bring food and/or drinks to tables.
    • Menu types include; written wall menus.
    • Menus are clearly written.
    • Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
    • Hilton Team Members can read menus to customers if requested.
    • The type of food served here is sandwiches and snacks.
    • Plastic/takeaway cups are available.
    • Adapted cups are not available.
    • Adapted cutlery is not available.
    • Drinking straws are available.
    • This area does not play background music.
    • There is a hearing assistance system .
    • The system is a portable loop.
    • The hearing assistance system is available only on request.
  • Service Counter(s) View
    • The height of the counter is 109cm.
    • There is a moveable card machine available for payment.
    • The type of flooring in this area is tiles.
  • Tables and Seating View
    • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • The majority of tables are accessible to wheelchair users.
    • The standard height for the underside of dining tables is 64cm.
    • The surface height of the highest table is 115cm.
    • Some tables are permanently fixed.
    • Some chairs are permanently fixed.
    • Some chairs have armrests on both sides.
    • There are also high tables, long tables, armchairs, booths, bench seats and high stools.
    • The type of flooring in this area is carpet and tiles.
    • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
    • There is some flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
    • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
    • Access to the additional seating area is via a ramp or steps.

Concierge Desk

  • Desk View
    • The desk is located on the ground floor, to the front right as you enter via the main entrance.
    • The desk is approximately 14m from the main entrance.
    • Clear signage for the desk is not visible from the entrance.
    • There is step-free access to the desk.
    • There is a clear unobstructed route to the desk.
    • There are no windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors behind the desk which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
    • The desk is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
    • The lighting levels at the desk are good.
    • The height of the desk is medium height (77cm - 109cm) .
    • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the desk.
    • There is a lowered section of the desk.
    • The height of the lowered section at the desk is 76cm.
    • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the desk.
    • There is a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered section of the desk.
    • The desk is staffed.
    • Clipboards can be provided to anyone who is unable to use the desk.
    • There is a hearing assistance system at the desk.
    • The type of system is a fixed loop.
    • The hearing assistance system is signed.
    • Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
    • The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
    • The hearing assistance system was tested on 15/06/2022.
    • The hearing assistance system was working at the time of testing.
    • The type of flooring in this area is tiles.

Reception

  • Reception View
    • The reception point is located on the ground floor, on the right as you enter via the main entrance.
    • The reception point is approximately 20m from the main entrance.
    • The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
    • There is step-free access to the reception point.
    • There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
    • There are no windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
    • The reception counter is placed in front of a background which is patterned.
    • The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
    • The height of the reception counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
    • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
    • There is not a lowered section of the counter.
    • The counter is staffed.
    • Seats can be made available for guests at reception.
    • Clipboards can be provided to anyone who is unable to use the desk.
    • There is a hearing assistance system.
    • The type of system is a portable loop.
    • The hearing assistance system is not signed.
    • The hearing assistance system is located at reception.
    • Hilton Team Members are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
    • The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
    • The hearing assistance system was tested on 15/06/2022.
    • The hearing assistance system was working at the time of testing.
    • The type of flooring in the reception area is tiles.

Eating and Drinking (Gild Bar - 24 Hour Lounge and Bar)

  • Location and Access View
    • The following information is for the restaurant/bar.
    • The restaurant/bar is located on the ground floor, to the left hand side of the lobby as you enter via the main entrance.
    • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access to the restaurant/bar.
    • For access there are double manual doors which are permanently held open.
    • There is an additional area for guest to sit with entrance doors.
      Step-free access is located at the rear left of the lounge and bar.
  • Service and Menus View
    • Tables cannot be booked in advance.
    • There is a bar where food and drink can be ordered.
    • Hilton Team Members can bring food and/or drinks to tables.
    • Menu types include; handheld menus and large print menus.
    • Menus are clearly written.
    • Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
    • Hilton Team Members can read menus to customers if requested.
    • The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.
    • Plastic/takeaway cups are not available.
    • Adapted cups are not available.
    • Adapted cutlery is not available.
    • Drinking straws are available.
    • This area does play background music.
    • Background music is played at all times, the volume can be adjusted if requested.
  • Service Counter(s) View
    • The height of the counter is 116cm.
    • There is a moveable card machine available for payment.
    • The type of flooring in this area is tiles.
  • Tables and Seating View
    • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • The majority of tables are accessible to wheelchair users.
    • The standard height for the underside of dining tables is 62cm.
    • The surface height of the lowest table is 45cm.
    • The surface height of the highest table is 115cm.
    • Some tables are permanently fixed.
    • Some chairs are permanently fixed.
    • Some chairs have armrests on both sides.
    • There are also coffee tables, high tables, armchairs, sofas, bench seats, stools and high stools.
    • The type of flooring in this area is carpet, tiles and wood.
    • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
    • There is some flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
    • The lighting levels are good.
    • Lighting levels can be adjusted by a Hilton Team Member upon request.
    • Lighting levels may be lower in the evening.
    • Access to the additional seating area is via ramps and steps.
  • Comments View
    • There are various steps throughout the bar and lounge area.
    • Some of the steps have handrails on both sides.
    • There is a ramp leading from the lobby to the seating area.
    • The ramp has handrails on both sides and has a slight gradient, with a width of 116cm.
    • There is a ramp at the rear of the bar from the Gild To Go seating area.

Ramp(s) or Slope(s) (Gild Bar -24 Hour Lounge and Bar Entrance)

  • There is a ramp/slope located to the left hand side and rear of the Gild Bar.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 120cm.
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are good.
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).

Step(s) (Gild Bar - 24 Hour Lounge and Bar Entrance)

  • There is a/are step(s) located to the left of the Gild Bar.
  • There is/are 3 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 16cm.
  • The going of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • Handrails are not at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.
  • Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • The lighting levels at the step(s) are good.
  • Comments View
    • There are 3 sets of steps to access the Gild Bar.
    • Photographs 1-3 show the steps at the front of the Gild Bar.
    • Photograph 4-6 show the first and second set of steps in the corridor to the right of the Gild Bar.
    • Photograph 7 shows the steps leading up to a seating area at the rear of the Gild Bar.

Eating and Drinking (The Arbor)

  • Location and Access View
    • The following information is for the breakfast area.
    • The breakfast area is located on the ground floor, in the Crown (South Wing) side of the hotel.
    • There is step-free access to the breakfast area.
    • This breakfast area is for hotel guests only.
    • This area may be used as a lunch area for some events.
  • Service and Menus View
    • Tables cannot be booked in advance.
    • There is a buffet counter and table service (on request only).
    • Hilton Team Members can bring food and/or drinks to tables.
    • The type of food served here is breakfasts only.
    • Plastic/takeaway cups are available.
    • Adapted cups are not available.
    • Adapted cutlery is available.
    • Drinking straws are available.
    • This area does not play background music.
    • There is a portable card machine available for payment.
  • Self-Service Counter(s) View
    • The height of the counter is 85cm.
    • The type of flooring in this area is tiles.
  • Tables and Seating View
    • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • The majority of tables are accessible to wheelchair users.
    • The standard height for the underside of dining tables is 70cm.
    • The surface height of the highest table is 115cm.
    • No tables are permanently fixed.
    • Some chairs are permanently fixed.
    • No chairs have armrests on both sides.
    • There are also high tables, long tables, booths, bench seats and high stools.
    • The type of flooring in this area is tiles and wood.
    • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
    • There is some flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
    • The lighting levels are good.
    • Access to the additional seating area is via 2 steps with handrails on both sides to the right and an additional 2 steps without handrails to the rear.

Eating and Drinking (Executive Lounge)

  • Location and Access View
    • The following information is for the executive lounge.
    • The executive lounge is located on the ground floor, in the Crown (South Wing) side of the hotel.
    • There is step-free access to the executive lounge.
    • For access there are double manual doors which may be difficult to open.
  • Service and Menus View
    • Tables cannot be booked in advance.
    • There is a buffet counter and table service (on request only).
    • Hilton Team Members can bring food and/or drinks to tables.
    • The type of food served here is breakfasts, cakes and snacks.
    • Drinking straws are available.
    • This area does play background music.
    • Background music is only played at certain times, the volume can be adjusted if requested.
    • There is a portable card machine available for payment.
  • Self-Service Counter(s) View
    • The height of the counter is 98cm.
  • Tables and Seating View
    • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • The majority of tables are accessible to wheelchair users.
    • The surface height of the lowest table is 55cm.
    • The surface height of the highest table is 112cm.
    • Some tables are permanently fixed.
    • No chairs are permanently fixed.
    • Some chairs have armrests on both sides.
    • There are also coffee tables, high tables, armchairs, sofas and high stools.
    • The type of flooring in this area is carpet, tiles and wood.
    • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
    • There is some flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
    • The lighting levels are good.
    • Lighting levels can be adjusted by a Hilton Team Member upon request.
    • Lighting levels may be lower in the evening.

Eating and Drinking (Brightsmith by the Water)

  • Location and Access View
    • The following information is for the restaurant/bar.
    • The restaurant/bar is located on the ground floor, in the Crown (South Wing) side of the hotel.
    • There is step-free access to the restaurant/bar.
    • For access there are double manual doors which may be difficult to open.
  • Service and Menus View
    • Tables cannot be booked in advance.
    • There is a bar where food and drink can be ordered.
    • Hilton Team Members can bring food and/or drinks to tables.
    • Menu types include; handheld menus.
    • Menus are clearly written.
    • Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
    • Hilton Team Members can read menus to customers if requested.
    • The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.
    • Plastic/takeaway cups are not available.
    • Adapted cups are not available.
    • Adapted cutlery is not available.
    • Drinking straws are available.
    • This area does play background music.
    • Background music is only played at certain times.
  • Service Counter(s) View
    • The height of the counter is 115cm.
    • There is a moveable card machine available for payment.
  • Tables and Seating View
    • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • The majority of tables are accessible to wheelchair users.
    • The standard height for the underside of dining tables is 75cm.
    • The surface height of the highest table is 110cm.
    • No tables are permanently fixed.
    • No chairs are permanently fixed.
    • Some chairs have armrests on both sides.
    • There are also high tables, long tables, sofas, stools and high stools.
    • The type of flooring in this area is tiles and wood.
    • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
    • There is some flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
    • The lighting levels are good.
    • Lighting levels may be lower in the evening.
  • Comments View
    • There is an outside terrace which is accessed via two sets of sliding doors with a width of 245cm and double doors with a width of 180cm which may be difficult to open.
    • On the terrace there is a mixture of seating and tables with the highest being 110cm and the lowest 43cm.

Lift (Main)

  • There is a lift for public use.
  • The lift is located to the right of the lobby as you enter via the main entrance.
  • Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
  • The lift is approximately 19m from the main entrance.
  • There are 2 other lifts in this location.
  • The lift surveyed was Lift Lobby A.
  • The other lifts have very similar/identical specifications.
  • The lift is a standard lift.
  • A Hilton Team Member does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
  • The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on lift lobby landings.
  • There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
  • Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
  • The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
  • The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is fair.
  • The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is good.
  • The clear door width is 110cm.
  • The dimensions of the lift are 181cm x 152cm.
  • There are no separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
  • There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
  • There is a list of floor services available within the lift.
  • The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
  • The lift does have an audible announcer.
  • The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • The lift does not have Braille markings.
  • The lift does have tactile markings.
  • The lighting levels in the lift are good.
  • There is a/are similar lift(s) available.

Other Floors

  • Stairs View
    • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
    • The stairs are for public use.
    • The stairs are located to the front right of the hotel.
    • The stairs are approximately 14m from the main entrance.
    • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
    • There are manual, single doors, which may be difficult to open to enter and exit the stairwell from the first floor upwards.
    • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.
    • There are 15+ steps between floors.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
    • The going of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
    • The steps are not clearly marked.
    • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
    • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
    • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
    • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
    • Handrails are not easy to grip.
    • Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
    • There is a landing.
    • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on landings.
    • The lighting levels at the steps are good.
  • Comments View
    • There are similar staircases throughout the hotel.

Accessible Toilet(s) (Central Toilets)

  • There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
  • Location and Access View
    • This accessible toilet is located on the ground floor, in the corridor to the rear right as you enter via the main entrance.
    • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
    • This is a shared toilet.
    • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
    • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
    • The door opens outwards.
    • The door may be difficult to open.
    • The door is locked by a locking handle.
    • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 87cm.
    • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
    • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
    • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is fair.
  • Toilet Features View
    • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 138cm x 188cm.
    • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
    • The lighting levels are low to moderate.
    • There is a lateral transfer space.
    • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
    • The lateral transfer space is 70cm.
    • The transfer space is obstructed by a waste disposal bin.
    • There is a flush on the transfer side.
    • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
    • There is a lever flush.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is poor.
    • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
    • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
    • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
    • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
    • The contrast between the walls and floor is poor.
    • There is an emergency alarm.
    • The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
    • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
    • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
    • There is a/are sanitary and pedal bin disposal units.
    • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
  • Additional Fixtures View
    • There is a mirror.
    • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
    • There is not a colostomy bag shelf next to the toilet.
    • The toilet has a cistern.
    • There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
    • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm.
    • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
    • There is a toilet roll holder.
    • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • The height of the toilet roll holder is 115cm.
    • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is good.
    • There is a wash basin.
    • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
    • The height of the wash basin is 71cm.
    • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the right hand side of the wash basin.
    • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
    • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
    • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
    • The wall fixed soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The height of the wall fixed soap dispenser is 102cm.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • The height of the hand dryer is 99cm.
    • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is good.
  • Comments View
    • There is also a hand sanitiser with a height of 100cm available.

Standard Toilet(s) (Central Toilets)

  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
  • Toilet Facilities View
    • The female and male toilets are located on the ground floor, in the corridor to the rear right as you enter via the main entrance.
    • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
    • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
    • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
    • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
    • The height of the wash basin(s) is 88cm.
    • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
    • Lighting levels are moderate to good.
    • In the male toilets there are cubicles on one side that have level access and further toilets which are accessed via 4 steps at a height of 17cm (photograph 8).

Lift (Crown Lifts - South Wing)

  • There is a lift for public use.
  • The lift is located to the left hand side of the hotel, in the South Wing.
  • Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
  • There is 1 other lift in this location.
  • The other lift has very similar/identical specifications.
  • The lift is a standard lift.
  • A Hilton Team Member does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
  • The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on lift lobby landings.
  • There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
  • Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
  • The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
  • The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is good.
  • The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is good.
  • The clear door width is 95cm.
  • The dimensions of the lift are 152cm x 136cm.
  • There are no separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
  • There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
  • There is a list of floor services available within the lift.
  • The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
  • The lift does have an audible announcer.
  • The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • The lift does not have Braille markings.
  • The lift does have tactile markings.
  • The lighting levels in the lift are good.

Accessible Toilet(s) (Crown Toilets - South Wing)

  • There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
  • Location and Access View
    • This accessible toilet is located on the ground floor, to the left hand side of the hotel, to the rear left of the 24 Hour Bar and Lounge.
    • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
    • This is a shared toilet.
    • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
    • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
    • The door opens outwards.
    • The door may be difficult to open.
    • The door is locked by a lever twist.
    • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 87cm.
    • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
    • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
    • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is fair.
  • Toilet Features View
    • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 142cm x 210cm.
    • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
    • The lighting levels are low to moderate.
    • There is a lateral transfer space.
    • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
    • The lateral transfer space is 66cm.
    • The transfer space is obstructed by a waste disposal bin.
    • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
    • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
    • There is a lever flush.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is poor.
    • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
    • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
    • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
    • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
    • The contrast between the walls and floor is poor.
    • There is an emergency alarm.
    • The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
    • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
    • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
    • There is a/are nappy/incontinence items bin and pedal bin disposal units.
    • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
  • Additional Fixtures View
    • There is a mirror.
    • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
    • There is not a colostomy bag shelf next to the toilet.
    • The toilet has a cistern.
    • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm.
    • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
    • There is a toilet roll holder.
    • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • The height of the toilet roll holder is 103cm.
    • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is good.
    • There is a wash basin.
    • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
    • The height of the wash basin is 72cm.
    • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
    • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
    • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
    • The wall fixed soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The height of the wall fixed soap dispenser is 92cm.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer requires hands to be inserted into the top.
    • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • The height of the hand dryer is 83cm.
    • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is poor.

Standard Toilet(s) (Crown Toilets - South Wing)

  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
  • Toilet Facilities View
    • The female and male toilets are located on the ground floor, to the left hand side of the hotel.
    • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
    • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
    • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
    • The height of the wash basin(s) is 83cm.
    • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
    • Lighting levels are low to moderate.

Lift (Warwick Lifts - North Wing)

  • There is a lift for public use.
  • The lift is located to the front right of the hotel.
  • The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There is 1 other lift in this location.
  • The other lift has very similar/identical specifications.
  • The lift is a standard lift.
  • A Hilton Team Member does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
  • The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on lift lobby landings.
  • There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
  • Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
  • The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
  • The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is good.
  • The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is good.
  • The clear door width is 82cm.
  • The dimensions of the lift are 114cm x 132cm.
  • There are no separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
  • There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
  • There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
  • The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
  • The lift does have an audible announcer.
  • The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • The lift does not have Braille markings.
  • The lift does have tactile markings.
  • The lighting levels in the lift are good.

Accessible Toilet(s) (Warwick Toilets - North Wing)

  • There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
  • Location and Access View
    • This accessible toilet is located on the ground floor, to the right hand side of the hotel.
    • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
    • This is a shared toilet.
    • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
    • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
    • The door opens inwards.
    • The door may be difficult to open.
    • The door is locked by a locking handle.
    • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 91cm.
    • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
    • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
    • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is good.
  • Toilet Features View
    • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 131cm x 190cm.
    • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
    • The lighting levels are low to moderate.
    • There is a lateral transfer space.
    • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
    • The lateral transfer space is 82cm.
    • The transfer space is obstructed by a sanitary bin.
    • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
    • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
    • There is a lever flush.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is poor.
    • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
    • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
    • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
    • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
    • The contrast between the walls and floor is poor.
    • There is an emergency alarm.
    • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
    • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
    • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
    • There is a/are sanitary, nappy/incontinence items bin and pedal bin disposal units.
    • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
  • Additional Fixtures View
    • There is a mirror.
    • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
    • There is not a colostomy bag shelf next to the toilet.
    • The toilet has a cistern.
    • There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
    • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm.
    • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
    • There is a toilet roll holder.
    • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • The height of the toilet roll holder is 115cm.
    • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is good.
    • There is a wash basin.
    • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
    • The height of the wash basin is 72cm.
    • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
    • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
    • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
    • The wall fixed soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The height of the wall fixed soap dispenser is 100cm.
    • There is a towel dispenser.
    • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • The height of the towel dispenser is 90cm.
    • The contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is fair.
    • There is not a hand dryer.
  • Baby Changing Facilities View
    • Baby changing facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
    • There is a flip down baby change table available.
    • The height of the baby change table is 87cm.

Standard Toilet(s) (Warwick Toilets - North Wing)

  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
  • Toilet Facilities View
    • The female toilet is located on the ground floor, to the right hand side of the hotel.
    • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
    • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
    • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
    • The height of the wash basin(s) is 83cm.
    • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
    • Lighting levels are good.
  • Toilet Facilities 2 View
    • The male toilet is located on the ground floor, to the right hand side of the hotel.
    • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
    • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
    • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
    • The height of the wash basin(s) is 83cm.
    • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
    • Lighting levels are good.

Hotel Room Corridors

  • Circulation View
    • There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
    • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet.
    • There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
    • There is good colour contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of corridors/walkways.
    • Seating is available on each floor outside of the lifts.
    • Seating includes; armchairs.
    • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • Signage View
    • Wayfinding signage is provided in corridors.
    • Wayfinding signage is clearly presented/easy to read.
    • Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
  • Safe Place(s) View
    • There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
  • Audio View
    • The hotel does not play background music in room corridors.
  • Access View
    • There is step-free access throughout the building via lift(s).

Accessible Room(s) (Second Floor - Wheel in Shower)

  • Accessible Room Information View
    • The details in this section relates to the accessible room(s) with a wet room/wheel in shower.
    • This type of accessible room is located on the first, second, third, fourth and fifth floors.
    • There is step-free access to this type of accessible room.
    • All accessible rooms of this type have similar specifications.
    • Guests do not need to open a door between the lift and the room(s).
    • The room surveyed has an adjoining room.
  • Bedroom Features View
    • The accessible room surveyed is located on the second floor, in the south wing of the hotel.
    • The accessible room surveyed at the time of the visit was 2040.
    • There is step-free access to the accessible room surveyed.
    • There is numbered signage on or near the accessible room door.
    • The colour contrast between the external room door and wall is good.
    • The door is manual with a key card lock.
    • The fob/card reader height is 110cm.
    • The width of the door is 95cm.
    • There are lowered spy holes available.
    • The colour contrast between the internal room door and wall is good.
    • The bed type is double.
    • The bed height is not adjustable.
    • The height of the bed is 66cm.
    • The measurement between the bed base and floor is 5cm (2in).
    • The bed is moveable.
    • The room does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm next to the bed.
    • Hilton Team Members can reconfigure the room furniture to create a turning space of 150cm x 150cm next to the bed.
    • The height of the desk is 74cm.
    • The desk is not height adjustable.
    • The desk knee recess does not have the recommended dimensions of 70cm (height) x 50cm (depth).
    • The height and depth of the knee recess is 69cm x 43cm.
    • The room surveyed had a desk chair without armrests, an armchair and a sofa.
    • Alternative seating can be requested.
    • Wardrobes have been adapted to allow use from a seated position.
    • Light switches are between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
    • Electric sockets are between 40cm and 100cm (4ft) from floor level.
    • Electric sockets are accessible from the bed.
    • The window control type(s) for the room is a/are standard lever(s).
    • The window controls are not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • There is an emergency alarm in the room.
    • The emergency alarm in the room is a push button.
    • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
    • The type of flooring is carpet.
    • The colour contrast between the room walls and floor is fair.
    • The lighting levels in the room are low to moderate.
    • The push button alarm is the left side as you face the bed.
  • Ensuite Facilities View
    • The colour contrast between the external ensuite door and wall is good.
    • The ensuite door opens outwards.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The door is locked by a twist lock.
    • The width of the door to the ensuite is 91cm.
    • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
    • The colour contrast between the internal ensuite door and wall is good.
    • The dimensions of the ensuite are 240cm x 250cm.
    • The ensuite does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
    • The ensuite has not got a non-slip floor.
    • The colour contrast between the ensuite walls and floor is poor.
    • There is an emergency alarm within the ensuite.
    • The emergency pull cord alarm in the ensuite is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor).
    • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the ensuite.
    • Disposal facilities are not available.
    • There is a mirror.
    • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
    • There is not a shelf immediately next to or behind the toilet.
    • There is a wash basin.
    • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
    • The height of the wash basin is 73cm.
    • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The tap type is lever.
    • There is a mixer tap.
    • Taps do not have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
    • There is not a wall fixed soap dispenser.
    • There is a bar of soap available.
    • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
    • There is a second wash basin at a height of 83cm.
    • The lighting levels in the ensuite are good.
  • Toilet Details View
    • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 49cm.
    • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
    • The toilet has a wall which acts as a backrest.
    • There is a lateral transfer space.
    • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
    • The lateral transfer space is 135cm.
    • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
    • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is poor.
    • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
    • As you face the toilet, the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
    • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
    • The colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
    • The colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the left of the toilet and wall is poor.
    • The colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the right of the toilet and wall is poor.
    • There is a toilet roll holder.
    • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • The height of the toilet roll holder is 43cm.
  • Shower Details View
    • The ensuite has a wheel in shower.
    • The shower area is accessed via an easy slope.
    • The shower head is height adjustable.
    • The adjustable shower head can be placed between 105cm and 185cm when mounted.
    • The shower control type is twist/turn.
    • Shower controls have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
    • There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
    • The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 52cm.
    • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available for the shower.
    • Horizontal and/or dropdown rails are available on both sides of the shower seat.
    • There is a single vertical grab rail to assist standing users.
    • The colour contrast between the shower wall-mounted grab rails and wall is poor.
    • The colour contrast between the shower dropdown rail(s) and wall is/are poor.

Standard Room(s) (Second Floor - Executive Room)

  • Bedroom Features View
    • The room surveyed is located on the second floor, in the Crown (South Wing) side of the hotel.
    • The room surveyed at the time of the visit was 2208.
    • There is step-free access to the room surveyed.
    • There is numbered signage on or near the room door.
    • The colour contrast between the external room door and wall is good.
    • The width of the door is 77cm.
    • The colour contrast between the internal room door and wall is good.
    • The colour contrast between the room walls and floor is fair.
    • The bed type is double.
    • The height of the bed is 66cm.
    • The measurement between the bed base and floor is 5cm (2in).
    • Light switches are not within 120cm (3ft 11in) from floor level.
    • There is not an emergency alarm in the room.
    • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
    • The lighting levels in the room are moderate to good.
  • Ensuite Facilities View
    • The type of facilities within the ensuite include; a toilet, a wash basin, a bath and a shower.
    • The colour contrast between the external ensuite door and wall is good.
    • The ensuite door opens inwards.
    • The width of the door to the ensuite is 68cm.
    • The colour contrast between the internal ensuite door and wall is good.
    • There is not an emergency alarm within the ensuite.
    • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the ensuite.
    • The tap type is lever.
    • There is a mixer tap.
    • Wall-mounted grab rails are available for the bath.
    • The colour contrast between the grab rails and wall is fair.
    • The colour contrast between the walls and floor in the ensuite is fair.
    • The lighting levels in the ensuite are good.
  • Comments View
    • There is a step up into the shower basin.
    • The step is higher than 45cm.

Standard Room(s) (Fifth Floor - Suite)

  • Bedroom Features View
    • The room surveyed is located on the fifth floor, in the south wing.
    • The room surveyed at the time of the visit was 5208.
    • There is step-free access to the room surveyed.
    • There is numbered signage on or near the room door.
    • The colour contrast between the external room door and wall is good.
    • The width of the door is 77cm.
    • The colour contrast between the internal room door and wall is good.
    • The colour contrast between the room walls and floor is fair.
    • The bed type is double.
    • The height of the bed is 66cm.
    • The measurement between the bed base and floor is 5cm (2in).
    • Light switches are not within 120cm (3ft 11in) from floor level.
    • There is not an emergency alarm in the room.
    • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
    • The lighting levels in the room are good.
  • Ensuite Facilities View
    • The type of facilities within the ensuite include; a toilet, a wash basin, a bath and a shower.
    • The colour contrast between the external ensuite door and wall is good.
    • The ensuite door opens inwards.
    • The width of the door to the ensuite is 67cm.
    • The colour contrast between the internal ensuite door and wall is fair.
    • There is not an emergency alarm within the ensuite.
    • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the ensuite.
    • The tap type is twist/turn.
    • There is a mixer tap.
    • Wall-mounted grab rails are available for the shower and bath.
    • The colour contrast between the grab rails and wall is poor.
    • The colour contrast between the walls and floor in the ensuite is poor.
    • The lighting levels in the ensuite are good.
  • Comments View
    • There is also a standard toilet and wash room with basin upon entry into the suite. The door width is 67cm (photographs 19-21).