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Best Western Carlton Suites

2.5 star property
Hotel in Birmingham with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Reception
Property amenity
Free daily buffet breakfast
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, alarm clocks
Lobby
Nestled in Homewood, Best Western Carlton Suites offers a warm welcome with its free breakfast buffet and dry cleaning services. Unwind at the swimming pool or indoor pool, stay productive at the 24-hour business center, and take advantage of express check-out - guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
  • Parking included
  • Laundry

Room options

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, alarm clocks

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, alarm clocks

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, alarm clocks

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Shower Only)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, alarm clocks

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Shower Only)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, alarm clocks

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, alarm clocks

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
140 State Farm Pkwy, Homewood, Birmingham, AL, 35209

What's nearby

  • Samford University - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • University of Alabama at Birmingham - 6 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • UAB Hospital - 6 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Birmingham Zoo - 7 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex - 8 min drive - 6.6 miles

Getting around

  • Birmingham Station - 13 min drive
  • Birmingham International Airport (BHM) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cookout - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Best Western Carlton Suites

Hotel near University of Alabama at Birmingham
You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a gym at Best Western Carlton Suites. In addition to a 24-hour business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, smoke-free premises, and a water dispenser
  • A vending machine, a front-desk safe, and a TV in the lobby
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 100 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • LED light bulbs, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1995
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 20 to April 1:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per day (maximum USD 100 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 80 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
  • Cash Breakage deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per day (maximum USD 100 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

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Frequently asked questions

Is Best Western Carlton Suites pet-friendly?

Yes, Best Western Carlton Suites allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 80 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 20 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Best Western Carlton Suites?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Carlton Suites?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Best Western Carlton Suites?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Best Western Carlton Suites located?

Located in Homewood, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Samford University, Birmingham Ballet, and Pete Hanna Center. Red Mountain Park is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

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