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John Hand Club Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near University of Alabama at Birmingham

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The Cobblestone Suite | View from room
The Birmingham Suite | City view
The Vulcan Suite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes
Lobby
Lobby sitting area
The John Hand Club Hotel in Downtown Birmingham offers comfort and convenience. Guests enjoy free continental breakfast and WiFi. Visitors praise the attentive staff and the vibrant city atmosphere just outside the door.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

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The Bank Suite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

The Bank Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, City View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Flat-screen TV, Netflix

The Birmingham Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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The Heaviest Corner Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV, Netflix

The Heaviest Corner Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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The Vulcan Suite | City view

The Vulcan Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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The Cobblestone Suite | View from room

The Cobblestone Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Flat-screen TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
17 20th Street North, Suite 700, Birmingham, AL, 35203

What's nearby

  • Alabama Theater - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • University of Alabama at Birmingham - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • UAB Hospital - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Sloss Furnaces - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Birmingham Station - 3 min walk
  • Birmingham International Airport (BHM) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salud Taqueria - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Alabama Peanut Company - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Margaret - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Collins Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sidewalk Film Center And Cinema - ‬5 min walk

About this property

John Hand Club Hotel

Hotel near University of Alabama at Birmingham
Close to Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex, John Hand Club Hotel provides amenities like a 24-hour gym. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, an elevator, and a water dispenser
  • Smoke-free premises and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and free bottled water.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with Netflix and premium channels
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Built in 1912
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
  • Netflix

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is John Hand Club Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at John Hand Club Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at John Hand Club Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at John Hand Club Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is John Hand Club Hotel located?

Located in Downtown Birmingham, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Heaviest Corner on Earth and University of Alabama at Birmingham. UAB Hospital and Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex are also within 1 mi (2 km). Birmingham Station is only a 3-minute walk.

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Reviews

John Hand Club Hotel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.8

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 222 out of 249 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 249 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 249 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 249 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 249 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding experience. Our new place to stay when in Birmingham.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We would stay here again in the future
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel in Birmingham in my opinion. There are only about a half dozen rooms so it's very quiet. The rooms are great, with plenty of space. The common area with the kitchen and indoor and outdoor sitting areas is very nice, and again, due to the small size it's always quiet. The location is also incredible, as your within walking distance to multiple nice restaurants, and anything beyond that is a quick Uber/Lyft. My wife and I have stayed multiple times, and will definitely be back again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful boutique hotel!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love it here!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is beautifully kept, and the fact that it only has 6 suites is a plus, staff are excellent, my wife and i will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, great staff, great location. They also went above and beyond to warn us of upcoming road closures which was helpful when checking out.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Juwon manages the Hotel Floor and yhe place is immaculate, cozy and private. And the access to the 20th Floor Private John Hand Club is a bonus with amazing views and friendly and talented staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

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

Incredible Visit

Our stay was absolutely incredible; the staff and bartenders went above and beyond to make sure we enjoyed ourselves and had everything we needed. The room was beautiful, clean and spacious with a great city view and balcony.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A little quirky check in for a business traveler, but was very smooth and the hotel design is really well done! The pictures are dead on and the guest area with its balcony with super cool. The building has its own private bar on the top floor and looked pretty hip in the daytime and would at night would be fun for a drink.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hoyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We couldn't have been more pleased. By far the best suite we have experienced in Birmingham. Bed was exceptionally comfortable , bar and restaurant were " clubby cool", amenities at no charge were a pleasant surprise, and Carlton at the check-in desk couldn't have been more helpful or personal. This is the only place we'll stay when we overnight in Birmingham.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
outstanding
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We recently stayed at the John Hand Club Hotel on a quick trip to Birmingham. I must say, its a unique set-up, and not your typical hotel, with an obvious lobby and check-in desk. But we were well taken care of by the Gentleman who greeted us as we drove in and explained how to get to the parking area, quickly checked us in, and miraculously showed up when we forgot the last part of our instructions, to help us get to where we needed to be! It was clean, well appointed and quiet, and easy to get in and out. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geneva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is an amazing property! We stayed in the cobblestone suite. It had a separate seating area, access to a wonderful balcony, a walk-in shower, and a comfortable king size bed. They also provided extra linen/blankets in the closet. It can be a little confusing on how to access the security desk where you check in and then the hotel but if you follow the very detailed instructions that they send to you and use Google maps to locate the areas you will be fine. You have to first park in the visiting parking lot located at morris and 20th avenue. Then walk a few feet to the double doors of the John hand building. They will have your key card already set. When you go back to your car if you look directly across the street (still on Morris) you will see a parking deck entrance. There will even be a sign (John Hand club parking). Use your key card to access both parts of the perking deck. One you park where the security directs you to park there are two double doors.. you enter and take the elevator to the designated floor and find your suite from there There are only 6 suites I believe. Each one with a different name. There is a community kitchen that the staff hand stocked with beverages, fruit and for breakfast- bagels, fruit bars, yogurt. The hotel is located downtown Birmingham and there are several shops and restaurants within walking distance. This was an amazing stay and I will always stay at John Hand Club whenever I am in Birmingham.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the best boutique hotel in Bham! Really close to tons of dining options, parking just off of Morris Ave (looks like a street in the UK)!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

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

Fabulous

7 units on 1 floor of the building. First class operation. Heavy Suite was large, comfortable and clean. Free parking (next door) is easy & secure. Appears to be recent remodel. Angie at front desk was wonderful. Great location with good dining in walking distance. Felt safe walking in the area. Absolutely 100% satisfied with experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great property very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Check in host was exceptional in helping with dinner and parking.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

Can't say enough good things

I'm inclined to try and keep this place a secret so it's available still and at a reasonable price next time we are in Birmingham but this little gem deserves the good review. There was not much information online about this "hotel" but the photos and reviews I did find gave me enough confidence to book and boy was it worth it. This hotel is actually just seven (I believe) suites located on one floor of the historic John Hand building. We stayed in the Cobblestone suite which I felt had the best set up and was the only room with access to the shared balcony (shared from the common area) Upon arrival and checking in you'll be given key card access to the elevators to the 7th floor. The common area and hotel floor is stunning. Marble floors and high end lights and fixtures. There is a small kitchen area with snacks and coffee. There was a mini fridge where we kept our leftover pizza after dinner. The rooms were all booked for the evening but we only saw one other couple. There was no noise inside the hotel and very little road noise in the Cobblestone room. The other rooms might have more noise as they are on the main street. Guests of the hotel have access to the rooftop lounge and bar which made for a nice time before heading out to our Valentines dinner and concert. Parking was easy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay so close to dinner and the concert we were attending. Would highly recommend if you are going to a show at the Alabama Theatre or the Lyric
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time going with my partner for his birthday & we both enjoyed it!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the best hotels in Birmingham! Love it and highly recommend!

10/10 Excellent

j

Fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

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