"Nice-looking hotel, but the staff was unprofessional. It took 20 minutes to check in. We won't be back.2016-01-04"
"Affordable hotel. Our room had a leaking toilet that flooded the floor a bit, so we had to change rooms. We went out, and the room was infested with ants by the time we returned. They were everywhere, even in the bed and fridge. We had to change rooms again, but the new room also had ants. We were finally moved to an ant-free room, but it smelled musty. By this time, it was 5 AM. We weren't charged for our stay, and the manager was apologetic, but I wouldn't stay again.2016-01-04"
"Near the airport. The on-site restaurant was convenient. We were pleased with the accommodations and service at this hotel. 2015-08-13"
"Good hotel. I've stayed here before and never had a problem.2020-12-04"
"The coffee maker in my room didn't work, and the bedsheets smelled bad. Don't stay at this hotel.2019-02-24"
"The hotel was dated and nasty. The lobby looked nice, but it was all downhill from there. The only positive was the friendly staff. We took the shuttle downtown, and called to be picked up at 9:45. At 11:15, we gave up and called a taxi. Find somewhere else to stay.2015-06-16"
"Nice room and helpful hotel employees.2023-04-20"
"Great location. The hotel was nice, and the room was comfortable. However, the TV kept cutting out the last few days. The front desk clerks were pleasant.2022-08-14"
"Nice hotel. You won't be disappointed.2019-11-10"
"The hotel room wasn't ready when I arrived at 6 PM. Half the breakfast items were gone before the 10 AM closing time.2017-06-20"
"I stayed at this hotel for two nights.The location was convenient, and the room was comfortable and clean. Courteous, helpful staff. Other guests were somewhat noisy on the weekend, but they settled down after a bit.2017-01-19"
"The hotel room was clean, but it was small for the price. Fine for an overnight stay.2023-05-03"
"The door to our hotel room wouldn't shut properly, and the toilet overflowed. The staff was attentive, but didn't offer compensation for our having to change rooms.2021-04-16"
"The hotel room was small, and there was nowhere to put our luggage. There was a desk, but with all the coffee gear there, there was no space for working. The desk chair was so close to the bed that I couldn't pull it out. There was a small fridge. The room was always too warm or too cold, and the heater was loud. Breakfast was good. We wouldn't stay here again.2020-01-22"
Upper-upscale, smoke-free, downtown hotel near UAB
Near UAB and UAB Hospital
No swimming pool
Exercise room
Restaurant - lounge
Restaurant open for breakfast and dinner only
Microwave and refrigerator in every room
Free WiFi
Valet parking only - $22 per night
Pet friendly hotel
More > - allows pets up to 40 pounds, 2 pets per room - pets must remain in pet carrier or cage - $75 per stay pet fee. - Oct 2018 < Less
"The room was half-renovated. The TV didn't work, and the staff couldn't fix it. The elevators were noisy and needed to be replaced. The employees were nice. No on-site breakfast, just a voucher for a restaurant in the neighborhood. Don't stay at this hotel.2017-08-13"
"Nice, reasonably priced hotel. It was under renovation, but the room was large and the staff couldn't have been nicer.2017-02-21"
"Great location. The service at this hotel was good.2016-06-11"
"The hotel clerk was professional and told us about all the amenities. The small, circular drive off the street to park while checking in wasn't vehicle-friendly.2023-11-14"
"The hotel didn't have on-site parking, and the nearest parking garage charged $25 per night.2023-09-25"
"Our room smelled like smoke, but we were given another room later at night. The hotel clerk wasn't welcoming or friendly. One elevator was broken, so wait times were long for the other one.2022-06-06"
Upscale, smoke-free, all-suite, extended-stay hotel
In downtown Birmingham near UAB
7 floors, 129 suites
Outdoor swimming pool open in summer
24-hour exercise room
Kitchen in every suite
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Parking costs $14 per night
Pet friendly hotel
More > - allows pets up to 25 pounds, 3 pets per suite - no aggressive dog breeds allowed - $100 per stay pet fee. - Jul 2022 < Less
"I loved the room, and the employees were nice. The construction in the hotel lobby was unpleasant, but the results will be great. Ask for a room on an upper floor for the view.2018-08-22"
"The bed was comfortable, but the AC was loud and the TV channel selection was pitiful. I wouldn't stay at this hotel again.2018-07-05"
"I was disappointed that there was no coffee in the hotel lobby. Breakfast was quite expensive, and parking cost $12 per night. Find a hotel with more complimentary amenities.2018-05-17"
"Not enough clerks to handle check-in. Few amenities; just WiFi, a hotel lounge, and included breakfast. Stay elsewhere.2022-12-29"
"The hotel was a little pricey, but it was safe and sound. Easy access to the arena and restaurants. Good experience.2017-02-27"
"Great hotel. It was clean and had excellent employees. We had our two dogs, and the staff made us all feel welcome; they even had dog treats.2016-09-04"
"Good hotel stay, but the hotel parking fees added up. I didn't feel safe parking on the street because of people loitering in the area.2023-01-02"
"Good hotel, but the bathroom windows had spots where someone could look in from outside. Great experience overall.2022-05-19"
"The hotel was difficult to locate since the sign said Tutwiler in large letters and Hampton in small letters. Once I got there, it was a wonderful experience.2018-02-13"
"The baseboard was falling off the wall. The bathroom in the lobby wasn't easily accessible. No housekeeping available, and the staff was unable to provide restaurant information. I won't stay at this hotel again.2022-10-25"
"I loved this hotel, and the restaurants were good. The hotel name wasn't on the building, though, so my friend had a hard time finding it.2019-11-16"
"Excellent service and hospitality. Don't think twice; book a room at this hotel.2018-12-07"
On place pages like this, we order hotels from lowest cost to highest – except we list low-rated hotels at the bottom of the page.
Most of our competitors order these same hotels in other ways that make them more money.
How Do We Define Motel?
To us, motels are smaller lodgings that have rooms you can enter directly from the parking area.
At hotels, on the other hand, you can enter your room only through a hall inside the building.
Hotel Booking Tips
Beware of non-refundable reservations that could cost you a lot of money if you change or cancel them. +Non-refundable reservations are a gamble that will usually save you less than $10. If you make a $90 non-refundable reservation instead of a $100 refundable booking, you are betting $90 to win $10. Would you do that in Las Vegas? -
Don't assume you can cancel a non-refundable reservation without penalty if you notify the hotel weeks or even months in advance. +Often you cannot – because some hotels' profit strategy is to get paid more than once for the same room for the same night. -
Always read cancellation policies carefully before you make a reservation. + When is the latest date and time you can cancel without penalty? - More >
When you make a reservation, you will receive a confirmation email. Take a copy with you to the hotel.
The earlier in the afternoon you check into a hotel, the more likely you will get a room or suite that matches your preferences.
