Birmingham, AL

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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

Travelers come to Homewood for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Birmingham Zoo and Red Mountain Park while you're in town.

Homewood
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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.

Vestavia Hills
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

Mountain Brook is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Birmingham Botanical Gardens and Birmingham Zoo.

Mountain Brook
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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
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 AED122 per night from Jun 16 to Jun 17
AED122
per night
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,139 reviews)
"Staff was kind"

Reviewed on 5 Jun, 2024

Holiday Inn Birmingham-Airport, an IHG Hotel
Hilton Birmingham Downtown at UAB
Hilton Birmingham Downtown at UAB
4 out of 5
808 20th Street S, Birmingham, AL
The price is AED168 per night from Jun 16 to Jun 17
AED168
per night
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Stay at this hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (837 reviews)
"Love the lighting in the lobby Pool was nice"

Reviewed on 2 Jun, 2024

Hilton Birmingham Downtown at UAB
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 AED149 per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
AED149
per night
Jul 5 - Jul 6
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! (1,022 reviews)
"Great stay!"

Reviewed on 6 Jun, 2024

Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel
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 clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (113 reviews)
"Nice, clean, well-designed rooms. The digital-only communication was awkward, but everything got sorted out."

Reviewed on 17 May, 2024

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 Birmingham Zoo and The Summit are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (30 reviews)
Ideal for a couple
"Although "Tiny" this place is much larger than a standard hotel room with the convenience of a washer/drier, kitchen and more space to enjoy. Parking right outside the front door was very convenient. The only thing we didn't like were the microfibre bath towels."

Reviewed on 16 May, 2024

Charming Tiny House W/ Free Parking
Great Location near Mountain Brook! Only minutes from Downtown!
Great Location near Mountain Brook! Only minutes from Downtown!
Birmingham
Stay at this vacation home in Birmingham. Enjoy patios, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Birmingham Zoo and The Summit are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (30 reviews)
Museum visit
"Very nice property in a great neighborhood Nice restaurants everywhere Close to airport Close to Barber Motorsports Museum"

Reviewed on 6 Jun, 2024

Great Location near Mountain Brook! Only minutes from Downtown!
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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Top Destination
5 - Excellent
867
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4 - Good
1369
" "4 - Good 48.10260014054814%
3 - Okay
518
" "3 - Okay 18.20098383696416%
2 - Disappointing
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" "2 - Disappointing 2.073085031623331%
1 - Terrible
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" "1 - Terrible 1.1595221363316937%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Jun 2, 2020

I loved it!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
May 31, 2020

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

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler
May 30, 2020

The interstate roads are terrible!

4/5 - Good

Shayla
May 29, 2020

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
May 15, 2020

That’s My City an I love my City...

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Apr 18, 2020

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

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