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Econo Lodge

2.0 star property
Hotel in Birmingham with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks
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Lobby
Breakfast buffet
Located in Vestavia Hills, Econo Lodge provides a comfortable stay with practical amenities. Guests connect using in-room WiFi, enjoy drinks at the bar or meals at the restaurant, and benefit from the convenience of self parking and a 24-hour front desk.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Birmingham, Econo Lodge is in the city center. Birmingham Ballet and Oak Mountain Amphitheatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Aldridge Gardens and Three Sheets: A Linen Shop. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex, or consider a night out at Alabama Symphony Orchestra.
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Map
1535 Montgomery Hwy, Vestavia Hills, Birmingham, AL, 35216

What's nearby

  • Riverchase Galleria - 3 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Samford University - 7 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • The Summit - 9 min drive - 8.2 miles
  • University of Alabama at Birmingham - 10 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • Ross Bridge Golf Resort - 14 min drive - 7.8 miles

Getting around

  • Birmingham Station - 10 min drive
  • Birmingham International Airport (BHM) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Wingstop - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Krispy Kreme - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Econo Lodge

Hotel near University of Alabama at Birmingham
Econo Lodge provides amenities like a bar and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • A 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say good things about the overall condition
Room features
All 87 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and irons/ironing boards
  • Cable channels, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Econo Lodge Hotel Vestavia Hills
Econo Lodge Vestavia Hills
Econo Lodge Hotel Birmingham
Econo Lodge Birmingham
Econo Lodge Hotel
Econo Lodge Birmingham
Econo Lodge Hotel Birmingham

Frequently asked questions

Is Econo Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Econo Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Econo Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Econo Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Econo Lodge located?

Located in Vestavia Hills, this hotel is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Barkberry Place Dog Park and within 3 mi (5 km) of Birmingham Ballet and Aldridge Gardens. Riverchase Galleria and Cahaba River are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Econo Lodge Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 416 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 93 out of 416 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 out of 416 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 71 out of 416 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 80 out of 416 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

4.8/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carlton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to interstate
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Shelithia

Liked: Staff & service
The staff was friendly and the room was clean and basic.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathie

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stop for a few hours. Not a destination spot.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Charity

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
I liked the convenience of the area location and that I felt safe. But it was very difficult getting in and out of the parking lot. It wasn’t run down or up to do. It wasn’t dirty but not really clean looking. The price was a good deal and would stay there again if in that area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Older family-run motel but very clean and the room didn’t smell funny like some places do. It had everything we needed for one night.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Roxanne

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property does not look as nice as the pictures. As a single female, I did not feel safe initially driving up a big hill with blasting loud music from the bar/tavern adjacent to the property. It is a motel style not a hotel, which is not safe. The door did not close all the way with a gap. I was so tired from my flight arriving in at 1am, that I was too tired to leave and find a new place. I wouldn't recommend unless you like to drink and party.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Meshach

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Need a remodeling
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

KIMBERLY

Liked: Staff & service
Conveniently located to the UAB campus and the music venues in that area. It was quiet. Nice tv, but remote wasn't matched up well enough to look at tv guide, etc. Great space for just catching a night's rest.

4/10 Poor

Douglas

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Filth for sale.

This place is an abject dump. It’s filthy and it’s falling apart. There was someone else’s butt dust on the toilet rim when we got there. It’s grim and should probably be shut down. At $75/night it is probably overpriced by about $70, although the bed was surprisingly comfortable. Stay away.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Samantha

The property was fine, but expidia is terrible. I am 18 in the military trying to get a hotel and i cant
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juanita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lady that checked us in was very efficient, dressed nicely, big smile on her face and very helpful I will certainly come back here
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristie J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
close to where needed to go
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Melody

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Front desk lady was excellent. Only issue we have is cleanliness. No reason if you’re paying someone to clean that they don’t sweep and mop the floors. Bottom of our feet was black because of the floor. Price is very good for what you get but NO reason to be dirty except someone not done by their job.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I stayed one night passing through. The price was right. There was a mini-fridge and a microwave that worked. The room was pretty standard for an eco hotel. The floor in the hotel room needed some cleaning.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesomeness

It was a great stay I wish I was still there.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Bethany

Liked: Staff & service
Overall for the price it was a good stay. Could focus on attention to detail while cleaning but other than that I was satisfied. Front desk was friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Lauretta

Disliked: Amenities
Not much to say, but all we need was a bed for sleeping that they did have
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Danielle

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was older. Bed was clean. Floor was dirty. Tv remote didn’t work. Just not a room for me
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was way better than I expected.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

2/10 Terrible

Ann

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed b/c transporting my mother to another hotel is difficult. Door lock broken, smokers outside, amenities non existent. I did complain but was not able to even obtain a discount. DO NOT EVER STAY HERE!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Rebekah

It was cheap and thats what I needed. There was a stain on the sheet. The service was good. They knew I needed towels and I didnt have to ask. At night I was impressed at how well it was lit.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Pete

It was dirty and had roaches!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Moses

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
There drugs transactions going on this property, people call for drugs to be delivered and the dealer pull up beside a car where someone is sitting in their car and a transaction is made, it's so obvious one night something bad is going to happen and we all know drug dealers have guns and drama,this place needs security on the property especially at night.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Krystal

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The buggiest stay I’ve ever had

The only positives was an easy check in and proximity to food. This hotel is not updated at all, the toilet wasn’t fixed to the floor, the room has bed bugs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

teresa

Liked: Staff & service
Was high class but it was clean safe and served it purpose for a race weekend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

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