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Located in Tuscaloosa, 2.5 km from University of Alabama, Homewood Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Downtown, AL provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a shared lounge. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and an ATM, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can have a drink at the bar.

The entire hotel experience was excellent. The staff, the cleanliness, the room size, everything!

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9.2
Superb
280 reviews
Price from
£108
per night

Situated in Tuscaloosa, 4.7 km from University of Alabama, TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tuscaloosa features accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a shared lounge. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk. The hotel has family rooms.

Very comfortable beds, spacious rooms, wonderful staff

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9
Superb
172 reviews
Price from
£96
per night

Set 5.9 km from University of Alabama, Residence Inn by Marriott Tuscaloosa offers 3-star accommodation in Tuscaloosa and features a fitness centre, a shared lounge and a bar. The property is situated 6.2 km from Bryant Denny Stadium, 6 km from Tuscaloosa Amphitheater and 5.5 km from Paul W Bryant Museum. The hotel has an indoor pool and a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

The staff were very friendly and welcoming!

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9
Superb
156 reviews
Price from
£109
per night

This Hampton Inn, less than 1.5 miles from the University of Alabama’s center, features an outdoor pool. Free Wi-Fi access is available in every room.

Rooms at the Hampton Inn Tuscaloosa-University include a 25-inch TV with expanded cable and free movie channel. Bathrooms feature a WaterPik showerhead and curved shower rod to allow more space in the shower. A work desk is provided.

Breakfast was good. Bed was super comfortable!

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9
Superb
240 reviews
Price from
£108
per night

2.4 km from University of Alabama, Wood Manor Guest House is a recently renovated property situated in Tuscaloosa and features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private parking. It is located 2.7 km from Bryant Denny Stadium and provides a shared kitchen. The bed and breakfast has family rooms.

Clean, super cute, excellent location (we walked to campus easily), and great hosts.

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10
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
£143
per night

Featuring a fitness centre, a restaurant and a bar, The Alamite, Tuscaloosa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is located in Tuscaloosa and is 1.8 km from University of Alabama. The property is situated 1.2 km from Tuscaloosa Amphitheater, 2.5 km from Stillman College and 2.9 km from Paul W Bryant Museum. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.8 km from Bryant Denny Stadium.

Service for dinner and breakfast was really friendly. Dinner was great, roof top bar did have live music.

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9.2
Superb
50 reviews
Price from
£139
per night

Bama Bed and Breakfast - Sweet Home Alabama Suite features free WiFi throughout the property and rooms with air conditioning in Tuscaloosa. The property is situated 1.2 km from Bryant Denny Stadium, 1.5 km from University of Alabama and 2.4 km from Tuscaloosa Amphitheater.

The owners were so nice and went above and beyond. It is a beautiful home and a wonderful place to stay.

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10
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
£157
per night

Set in Tuscaloosa, 6.6 km from Bryant Denny Stadium, La Quinta by Wyndham Tuscaloosa McFarland features views of the city. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers a shared lounge and a 24-hour front desk. The property is non-smoking and is situated 6.3 km from University of Alabama.

Clean facility, great breakfast, convenient location.

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8.6
Fabulous
1,446 reviews
Price from
£75
per night

AC Hotel by Marriott Tuscaloosa Downtown has free bikes, fitness centre, a shared lounge and terrace in Tuscaloosa. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a business centre. Guests can have a drink at the bar.

Clean, close to downtown, incl parking

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8.6
Fabulous
144 reviews
Price from
£99
per night

Featuring 3-star accommodation, Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown near University is set in Tuscaloosa, 2.3 km from University of Alabama and 2.8 km from Bryant Denny Stadium. The property is around less than 1 km from Tuscaloosa Amphitheater, 3.1 km from Stillman College and 3.4 km from Paul W Bryant Museum. The hotel features a fitness centre, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi throughout the property.

Nice room with plenty of space, great location, check in staff excellent, happy to help with our late arrival, just great all around.

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8.9
Fabulous
590 reviews
Price from
£96
per night

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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.
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  • Homewood Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Downtown, AL
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 280 reviews

    Located in Tuscaloosa, 2.5 km from University of Alabama, Homewood Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Downtown, AL provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre...

    Location Cleanliness Spacious room Comfortable bed

  • TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tuscaloosa
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 172 reviews

    Situated in Tuscaloosa, 4.7 km from University of Alabama, TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tuscaloosa features accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre...

    Comfortable and a good value with an excellent staff

  • Residence Inn by Marriott Tuscaloosa
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 156 reviews

    Set 5.9 km from University of Alabama, Residence Inn by Marriott Tuscaloosa offers 3-star accommodation in Tuscaloosa and features a fitness centre, a shared lounge and a bar.

    The property was beautiful and in a good location.

  • Hampton Inn Tuscaloosa-University
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 241 reviews

    This Hampton Inn, less than 1.5 miles from the University of Alabama’s center, features an outdoor pool. Free Wi-Fi access is available in every room.

    limpio, fresco, bastantes toallas y los amenities buenos

  • La Quinta by Wyndham Tuscaloosa McFarland
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,446 reviews

    Set in Tuscaloosa, 6.6 km from Bryant Denny Stadium, La Quinta by Wyndham Tuscaloosa McFarland features views of the city.

    Exceptional staff. Really helped solving a problem.

  • AC Hotel by Marriott Tuscaloosa Downtown
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 144 reviews

    AC Hotel by Marriott Tuscaloosa Downtown has free bikes, fitness centre, a shared lounge and terrace in Tuscaloosa. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a business centre.

    it was an amazing location for where I needed to be.

  • Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown near University
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 590 reviews

    Featuring 3-star accommodation, Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown near University is set in Tuscaloosa, 2.3 km from University of Alabama and 2.8 km from Bryant Denny Stadium.

    Very clean and staff was friendly. Room was spacious!

  • Ambassador Inn & Suites
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 397 reviews

    This Tuscaloosa, Alabama hotel offers a free continental breakfast featuring fruit, tea, and coffee as well as juice. Free WiFi access is available.

    The location was fine. I didn't get the breakfast.

Great access to the city centre! Check these cheap hotels in Tuscaloosa

  • 908 Queen City
    Central location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 3 reviews

    Located 1 km from University of Alabama, 908 Queen City offers accommodation with a balcony, as well as a terrace. Guests staying at this apartment have access to a patio.

  • Wood Manor Guest House
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 5 reviews

    2.4 km from University of Alabama, Wood Manor Guest House is a recently renovated property situated in Tuscaloosa and features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private parking.

    Clean, super cute, excellent location (we walked to campus easily), and great hosts.

  • Bama Bed and Breakfast - Sweet Home Alabama Suite
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 5 reviews

    Bama Bed and Breakfast - Sweet Home Alabama Suite features free WiFi throughout the property and rooms with air conditioning in Tuscaloosa.

  • Bama Bed and Breakfast - Wisteria Suite
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Bama Bed and Breakfast - Wisteria Suite provides free WiFi throughout the property and rooms with air conditioning in Tuscaloosa.

  • Bama Bed and Breakfast - Chimes Suite
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Bama Bed and Breakfast - Chimes Suite features free WiFi throughout the property and rooms with air conditioning in Tuscaloosa.

  • Tuscaloosa Condo Steps to Bryant-Denny Stadium!
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Situated in Tuscaloosa, 1.1 km from Bryant Denny Stadium and 2.2 km from Tuscaloosa Amphitheater, Tuscaloosa Condo Steps to Bryant-Denny Stadium! offers air conditioning.

  • Myrtlewood Cottage
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Situated in Tuscaloosa, 700 metres from University of Alabama and 1.3 km from Bryant Denny Stadium, Myrtlewood Cottage offers air conditioning.

  • T-Town Cottage
    Central location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Set in Tuscaloosa, 4.4 km from University of Alabama and 5 km from Bryant Denny Stadium, T-Town Cottage offers air conditioning.

  • Championship Hangout
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Set in Tuscaloosa, 1.2 km from University of Alabama and 1.8 km from Bryant Denny Stadium, Championship Hangout offers air conditioning.

  • Gorgeous Alabama Home 4 Miles to Stadium Sleeps 8
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Gorgeous Alabama Home 4 Miles to Stadium Sleeps 8 is situated in Tuscaloosa.

  • The Crimson Retreat Only 5 miles to the Stadium BBQ Coffee Games
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, The Crimson Retreat Only 5 miles to the Stadium BBQ Coffee Games is located in Tuscaloosa.

  • Charming & Comfy - Close to Stadium & Campus - Parents - Game Weekend
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 3 reviews

    Charming & Comfy - Close to Stadium & Campus - Parents - Game Weekend is set in Tuscaloosa, 13 km from Tuscaloosa Amphitheater, 9.4 km from Paul W Bryant Museum, and 13 km from Stillman College.

  • The Alamite, Tuscaloosa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 50 reviews

    Featuring a fitness centre, a restaurant and a bar, The Alamite, Tuscaloosa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is located in Tuscaloosa and is 1.8 km from University of Alabama.

    Location was great! Close to restaurants and campus!

  • LA Maison De LA Nouvelle-Orléans GAME DAY house Covered Patio
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 2 reviews

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, LA Maison De LA Nouvelle-Orléans GAME DAY house Covered Patio is located in Tuscaloosa.

  • avid hotels - Tuscaloosa - University Area, an IHG Hotel
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 94 reviews

    Situated within 6.3 km of University of Alabama and 6.6 km of Bryant Denny Stadium, avid hotels - Tuscaloosa - University Area, an IHG Hotel features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom...

    Location, very clean, very friendly professional staff.

  • Alabama Get Away Gorgeous Home Location A Near Medical Ctr
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 5 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Alabama Get Away Gorgeous Home Location A Near Medical Ctr is set in Tuscaloosa.

  • Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Tuscaloosa-University, an IHG Hotel
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 285 reviews

    Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Tuscaloosa-University, an IHG Hotel is situated in Tuscaloosa, 3.9 km from Bryant Denny Stadium and 5.9 km from Tuscaloosa Amphitheater.

    clean/convenience, amenities and friendly staff

  • Hampton Inn Tuscaloosa - East
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 137 reviews

    Just a 10-minute drive from the University of Alabama, this hotel features a sun deck with an outdoor pool. All rooms offer a 32-inch flat-screen cable TV and spacious work desk.

    Clean and great staff. Dominique was super helpful

  • Hilton Garden Inn Tuscaloosa
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 100 reviews

    Near the University of Alabama and offering easy access to Interstate 59, this Tuscaloosa hotel features on-site dining options and modern in-room amenities, including flat-screen TVs and free...

    the staff was very friendly and interacted with my kids and I

  • Candlewood Suites Tuscaloosa, an IHG Hotel
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 95 reviews

    This extended-stay hotel features spacious suites with a fully equipped kitchen and free Wi-Fi. Located 4 miles from The University of Alabama, it offers an outdoor pool and well-equipped gym.

    The staff was nice and the room was very comfortable

  • Wingate by Wyndham Tuscaloosa
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 641 reviews

    Set in Tuscaloosa, Wingate by Wyndham Tuscaloosa offers 3-star accommodation with a relaxing lobby lounge. The property is situated 8 km from University of Alabama and 8 km from Bryant Denny Stadium.

    Staff was super friendly and nice. Very clean room!

  • Best Western Catalina Inn
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 165 reviews

    Offering an outdoor pool and a free daily continental breakfast, this motel is located in Northport, Alabama. Free Wi-Fi access is available for guests.

    clean, modernized, comfortable, excellent breakfast

  • Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Tuscaloosa, AL
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 689 reviews

    Offering a daily continental breakfast and an outdoor pool, this Country Inn and Suites of Tuscaloosa is located 6 km from the University of Alabama.

    Friendly staff, nice clean rooms, and great location.

  • Sweet Home Alabama Sleeps 8
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1 review

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Sweet Home Alabama Sleeps 8 is located in Tuscaloosa. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the holiday home free of charge.

  • Inviting House 2 Mi to University of Alabama!
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1 review

    Situated in Tuscaloosa, 3.2 km from University of Alabama and 3.5 km from Bryant Denny Stadium, Inviting House 2 Mi to University of Alabama! offers air conditioning.

  • Fairfield Inn Tuscaloosa
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 122 reviews

    Located a 5-minute drive from University Mall in Tuscaloosa, this hotel features rooms with cable TV and free WiFi access.

    The location of our hotel was great for our event.

  • Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 594 reviews

    This smoke-free Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa is just 5 minutes’ drive from the University of Alabama. This hotel features a fitness center on site.

    It was quite & staff was nice & accommodating.

  • Comfort Suites Tuscaloosa near University
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 135 reviews

    Located 4.6 miles from the University of Alabama, this Tuscaloosa hotel features a daily hot breakfast including eggs, meat and cereal. Free Wi-Fi is also offered.

    Everyone was real nice and the breakfast was good.

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  • Avg. price/night: £73.32
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 397 reviews
    The hotel is a budget hotel and it does this well - very cheap; reasonable location (10 min to campus) with a clean and quiet room. Unattractive surroundings, no food offerings, but who cares for $80/night.
    Sheldon
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £54.14
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 604 reviews
    It served its purpose well enough. And location was close enough to where I needed to be. The price was cheap.
    S
    Sandra
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £54.14
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 604 reviews
    everything was very clean and fragrant.
    Noelia
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £50.81
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 73 reviews
    friendly staff, quick check n, very clean rooms, very quiet and comfortable room...excellent breakfast...two thumbs up from Redwoodbridges.com
    Rodney
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £73.42
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 533 reviews
    The breakfast location was great, right near room. It was located in next to check in office.
    B
    BIANCA
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £135.37
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 917 reviews
    Very clean and great staff Rooms are very comfortable
    Shea
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £96.43
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 590 reviews
    Friendly staff, very clean room and communal areas, good location
    Lee
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £69.34
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 594 reviews
    The room was great, we had a couch, a little bar, a fridge, a bit of a kitchen area, and a more separate sleeping area. We really liked the room for the price, great deal. It was clean as well. Breakfast turned out to be complimentary. Location is great, next to a mall and close to the university of alabama.
    Stéphanie
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £56.87
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,118 reviews
    The location was good. Easy access to the highway. Close to several food options. Appreciated being able to park right at the door of my room. The toilet/tub area was very clean.
    E
    Elizabeth
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £51.03
    5.8
    Scored 5.8
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 132 reviews
    Location was close to where we were going. It was advises cheaper than all other but when we got there we had to pay for room plus deposit.
    Christy
    Young couple

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