Birmingham, AL

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Birmingham

Where to stay in Birmingham

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Downtown Birmingham

Downtown Birmingham is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to McWane Science Center and Regions Field while you're in town.

Downtown Birmingham
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Homewood

Located in southeastern Jefferson County, Homewood boasts the Hollywood Historic District, known for its Mission Revival and Spanish Colonial Revival architecture. Home to Samford University, it's a charming suburb near Birmingham.

Homewood
Whenever I’m back home in the “HAM” I always  try and make time to stroll around BBG and relax. It’s awesome here no matter the season.

Mountain Brook

Boasting three picturesque "villages" and a high tree cover ratio, this suburban area offers a forest-like setting with charming residential sections and a network of bridle paths for recreation.

Mountain Brook
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Vestavia Hills

Visitors to Vestavia Hills enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Birmingham Ballet is worth a stop.

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Irondale

Visitors to Irondale enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Train Watching Platform is worth a stop.

Irondale
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Five Points South

4/5(445 area reviews)

Unique features of Five Points South include the theaters and live music. Make a stop by Regions Field or Vulcan Statue while you're exploring the area.

Five Points South
Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel
Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel
4 out of 5
1000 Riverchase Galleria, Hoover, Birmingham, AL
The price is SAR 435 per night from Jan 24 to Jan 25
SAR 435
SAR 504 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Pretty ritzy. Self parking seems daunting at first but it's pretty easy to access the elevator."

Reviewed on 7 January 2025

Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel
Holiday Inn Birmingham-Airport, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Birmingham-Airport, an IHG Hotel
3 out of 5
5000 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N, Birmingham, AL
The price is SAR 353 per night from Jan 21 to Jan 22
SAR 353
SAR 426 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,198 reviews)
"Pleasant reception, clean lobby, very outdated rooms. Very friendly bartenders but the kitchen was non functional for our stay. Good place to stay for a night pre or post flight out. Not a long term hotel."

Reviewed on 7 January 2025

Holiday Inn Birmingham-Airport, an IHG Hotel
Red Roof Inn Birmingham South
Red Roof Inn Birmingham South
2 out of 5
1466 Montgomery Highway, Vestavia Hills, Birmingham, AL
The price is SAR 255 per night from Jan 12 to Jan 13
SAR 255
SAR 299 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
Clean
"Stayed for one night. Clean, no frills."

Reviewed on 9 January 2025

Red Roof Inn Birmingham South
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Mint House Birmingham - Downtown
Mint House Birmingham - Downtown
4 out of 5
300 18th St S, Birmingham, AL
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free WiFi, a business center, and onsite car rentals. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (285 reviews)
"Parking is rough but doable. My stay was really nice."

Reviewed on 1 January 2025

Mint House Birmingham - Downtown
Charming Tiny House W/ Free Parking
Charming Tiny House W/ Free Parking
Birmingham
Stay at this apartment in Birmingham. Enjoy free WiFi, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Heaviest Corner on Earth and McWane ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (54 reviews)
Lovely little apartment
"Loved the decor, smelled great, small but plenty spacious for a couple, nice appliances all in great condition everything looked new and not run down. Can definitely tell lots of thought was put into the place and not just thrown together like some places, we loved it!"

Reviewed on 2 January 2025

Charming Tiny House W/ Free Parking
Landing Midtown Apartments By Barsala
Landing Midtown Apartments By Barsala
3.5 out of 5
425 20th Street South, Birmingham, AL
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Donor Memorial and Alabama Museum ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
"Overall, the loft was beautiful, nicely equipped and in a great area. I would highly recommend this place. The reason it is 4 stars is that: 1). It is a corner unit next to UAB medical center and very noisy at night. 2). The bedroom is open to the living area. The bedroom had black our shades but ..."

Reviewed on 7 December 2024

Landing Midtown Apartments By Barsala
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Birmingham

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5 - Excellent
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4 - Good
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" "4 - Good 48%
3 - Okay
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" "3 - Okay 18%
2 - Disappointing
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" "2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I loved it!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Birmingham is a great southern city. Enough modern urban vibe but still has southern hospitality.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

The interstate roads are terrible!

4/5 - Good

Shayla

I live in Birmingham so I am familiar with the area thats why I always go to this particular hotel

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

That’s My City an I love my City...

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I love Birmingham. I grew up and lived here 30 years. I travel here often for family events.

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