What is Glen Iris like?

Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Birmingham's Glen Iris neighborhood has to offer. Consider a visit to Red Mountain Park as part of your Glen Iris travel plans.

How many hotels should I expect to find in the Glen Iris area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Birmingham, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 80 Glen Iris hotels and other accommodations to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Glen Iris, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals in Glen Iris.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Glen Iris?

For more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Glen Iris, click here .

What are the top things to see and do in Glen Iris?

Red Mountain Park is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Glen Iris. While you're out sightseeing, Alys Robinson Stephens Performing Arts Center and Shadow Lawn Cemetery are a couple of additional sights to visit in Birmingham.

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1. Apt2 Charles - Amazing Outdoors Dog-friendly

Glen Iris

2. Apt1 Charles - Step-free Accessible Dog-friendly

Glen Iris

AED 893 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A corner seating area with a table and chairs, large windows with a view of trees, and a hanging light fixture.

3. Apt3 Charles - Modern Fun Sun-filled Loft

Glen Iris

AED 670 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

4. Charles on 11th - Beautifully Restored Historic Southside Home Walkable Perfect for Groups

Glen Iris

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a menu display.

5. Courtyard by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB

Five Points South, 3.5 km from Glen Iris

Kassandra

AED 745 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

An outdoor patio area with seating, a fire pit, and a grill.

6. Homewood Suites by Hilton Birmingham Downtown Near UAB

Five Points South, 3.4 km from Glen Iris

Anonymous traveler

AED 462 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern lounge area with seating, a bar, and a fireplace.

7. Aloft by Marriott Birmingham Soho Square

Homewood, 3.1 km from Glen Iris

Ed

AED 670 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern conference room with a central table, surrounding chairs, and a large screen on the wall.

8. Hampton Inn Birmingham I-65/Lakeshore Drive

Homewood, 2.6 km from Glen Iris

Ziona

AED 577 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, toaster, and a breakfast bar with various food items.

9. Comfort Inn Birmingham Homewood

Homewood, 1.9 km from Glen Iris

Gary

AED 382 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A spacious indoor atrium with a glass ceiling, multiple seating areas, and lush indoor plants.

10. Embassy Suites Hotel Birmingham

Redmont Park, 3.4 km from Glen Iris

Chris

AED 668 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign for the Residence Inn Marriott.

11. Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB

Five Points South, 3.5 km from Glen Iris

Kendrick

AED 558 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor dining area with tables set for six, surrounded by wicker chairs and a decorative tree centerpiece.

12. Hilton Birmingham Downtown at UAB

Five Points South, 3.5 km from Glen Iris

Richard

AED 644 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A reception desk with a modern design, featuring a wooden wall panel and a framed collage of cityscape photos.

13. Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Birmingham

Five Points South, 3.6 km from Glen Iris

Aaliyah

AED 503 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A reception desk with a modern design, featuring a wooden panel wall and a white counter.

14. Home2 Suites by Hilton Birmingham Downtown

Five Points South, 3.6 km from Glen Iris

Traci

AED 558 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase to an upper level.

15. Drury Inn & Suites Birmingham Lakeshore Drive

Homewood, 3.4 km from Glen Iris

Richard

AED 524 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern lobby with a black leather sofa, a purple armchair, and a patterned rug.

16. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood

Homewood, 2.7 km from Glen Iris

Sandra

AED 289 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern lobby with plush seating, large windows, and contemporary lighting fixtures.

17. The Kelly Birmingham, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

Central City, 4.2 km from Glen Iris

Trinidad

AED 556 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, and ambient lighting.

18. Courtyard by Marriott Birmingham Homewood

Homewood, 4.6 km from Glen Iris

Phillip

AED 617 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern lobby with a large window, seating area, and a large lamp.

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Birmingham Downtown

Civil Rights Historic District, 4.1 km from Glen Iris

Blake

AED 590 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a large mirror, and a view of the city through the window.

20. SpringHill Suites Birmingham Downtown at UAB

Five Points South, 3.8 km from Glen Iris

Arell

AED 558 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Where to stay in Glen Iris

Find the best Glen Iris areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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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.

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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 Alabama Theater while you're in town.

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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.

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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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Five Points South

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

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Top Glen Iris Hotel Reviews

The Kelly Birmingham, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Very friendly staff! Great spaces in room with big windows and light. Good location. Bar and restaurant available."

Best Western Plus Birmingham Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"We chose this hotel because of it's proximity to our family, who we were visiting. We were very pleased with everything the Best Western Plus had to offer. In addition to the boxes we checked, it's close to lots of shopping and restaurants for every taste and budget. We plan to stay here again on our next trip down."

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1. Apt2 Charles - Amazing Outdoors Dog-friendly

2. Apt1 Charles - Step-free Accessible Dog-friendly

3. Apt3 Charles - Modern Fun Sun-filled Loft

4. Charles on 11th - Beautifully Restored Historic Southside Home Walkable Perfect for Groups

5. Courtyard by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB

6. Homewood Suites by Hilton Birmingham Downtown Near UAB

7. Aloft by Marriott Birmingham Soho Square

8. Hampton Inn Birmingham I-65/Lakeshore Drive

9. Comfort Inn Birmingham Homewood

10. Embassy Suites Hotel Birmingham

11. Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB

12. Hilton Birmingham Downtown at UAB

13. Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Birmingham

14. Home2 Suites by Hilton Birmingham Downtown

15. Drury Inn & Suites Birmingham Lakeshore Drive

16. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood

17. The Kelly Birmingham, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

18. Courtyard by Marriott Birmingham Homewood

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Birmingham Downtown

20. SpringHill Suites Birmingham Downtown at UAB

Where to stay in Glen Iris

Homewood

Downtown Birmingham

Mountain Brook

Vestavia Hills

Five Points South

Top Glen Iris Hotel Reviews

The Kelly Birmingham, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

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