Birmingham, AL

Travel Guide

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Birmingham

Where to stay in 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
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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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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

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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Five Points South

4/5(445 area reviews)

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

Five Points South
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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
Red Roof Inn Birmingham South

Red Roof Inn Birmingham South

2 out of 5
1466 Montgomery Highway Birmingham AL
The price is AED 250 per night from Nov 30 to Dec 1
AED 250
AED 292 total
30 Nov - 1 Dec
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,015 reviews)
Very clean rooms! Lobby smelled great. Very kind lobby personnel. Safe area. Ice machine. Everything was relaxed calm. Various restaurants nearby. Very clean restrooms. Would stay here again. Stayed 11-17 through 11-20 2025

Reviewed on 20 November 2025

Red Roof Inn Birmingham South
Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel

Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel

4 out of 5
1000 Riverchase Galleria Birmingham AL
The price is AED 459 per night from Nov 30 to Dec 1
AED 459
AED 531 total
30 Nov - 1 Dec
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,301 reviews)
Room was nice although it did have a smoky smell. Staff was helpful, nice location

Reviewed on 26 November 2025

Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel
Holiday Inn Birmingham-Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Birmingham-Airport by IHG

3 out of 5
5000 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N Birmingham AL
The price is AED 320 per night from Dec 7 to Dec 8
AED 320
AED 387 total
7 Dec - 8 Dec
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,328 reviews)
staff was friendly and helpful, room was clean, love that there is a bar and restaurant on site so that when you check in you don't have to leave again, also appreciate the shuttle service to and from the airport

Reviewed on 24 November 2025

Holiday Inn Birmingham-Airport by IHG
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.
Downtown Birmingham Apartments by Landing

Downtown Birmingham Apartments by Landing

4 out of 5
600 19th St N Birmingham AL
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Don Kresge Memorial Museum ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (53 reviews)
The view and access to restaurants and the concert venue were great. I also appreciated having a quiet space.

Reviewed on 18 November 2025

Downtown Birmingham Apartments by Landing
Landing Midtown

Landing Midtown

4 out of 5
2014 3rd Ave S Birmingham AL
Stay at this aparthotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Heaviest Corner on Earth and McWane ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (47 reviews)
Couldn't have been cleaner and so spacious! We love this place!

Reviewed on 13 November 2025

Landing Midtown
InTown Suites Extended Stay Birmingham AL - Hoover

InTown Suites Extended Stay Birmingham AL - Hoover

2.5 out of 5
1840 Southpark Drive Birmingham AL
Stay at this aparthotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free parking, laundry facilities, and premium TV channels. Popular attractions Oak Mountain Amphitheatre and Riverchase ...
7/10 Good! (12 reviews)
Very clean

Reviewed on 20 August 2025

InTown Suites Extended Stay Birmingham AL - Hoover
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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5 - Excellent 30%
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

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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

Verified traveler

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.