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Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to University of Alabama at Birmingham

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Exterior
Reception
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace
Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace
Located in Downtown Birmingham, the Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB is close to the University of Alabama Hospital. The property features a garden retreat and convenient dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests consistently praise the attentive staff.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
HDTV
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
HDTV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
HDTV
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
HDTV
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(179 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
HDTV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Birmingham, a neighborhood in Birmingham, Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB is in the entertainment district and near the airport. Alabama Museum of Health Sciences and Alys Robinson Stephens Performing Arts Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Good People Brewing Company and Highland Park Golf Course. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex or Barber Motorsports Park.
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821 20th Street S, Birmingham, AL, 35205

What's nearby

  • UAB Health System - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • UAB Hospital - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • University of Alabama at Birmingham - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Children's of Alabama - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Birmingham Station - 18 min walk
  • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) - 155 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Arby's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Makarios Kabobs & Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪T-Bones Philly Style Cheesesteaks &Hoagies - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Taco Mama - The Waites - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB

Hotel near University of Alabama at Birmingham
A short walk from UAB Hospital, Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB provides free continental breakfast, a free grocery shopping service, and a terrace. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Self parking (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and a computer station
  • A 24-hour front desk, outdoor furniture, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • 2 meeting rooms, a front-desk safe, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 129 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and sofa beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 42-inch HDTVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, recycling, and kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 648 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Double sofa bed
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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 November 1 to April 30:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 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

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 25 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to October
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Residence Inn Birmingham Downtown UAB
Residence Inn Marriott Birmingham Downtown UAB
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Frequently asked questions

Does Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is closed seasonally each year from November 1 to April 30.

Is Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 100 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB?

Self parking is available for USD 25 per night.

What time is check-in at Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM.

What time is check-out at Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB located?

Located in Downtown Birmingham, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Kirklin Clinic and University of Alabama at Birmingham. UAB Hospital is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) away. Birmingham Station is 18 minutes by foot.

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Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 572 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 231 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 95 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 1000 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Makia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property,clean and good location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the stay and the staff was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexanader

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly . Room was clean and breakfast was great .would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean quiet rooms with kitchenette.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geralyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast and hospitality was great!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the employees were very helpful and respectful and breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay when you have medical appointments at UAB. Very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyable stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and helpful. Walking distance to UAB campus.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vernon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Christopher

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Staff at the front desk were great 😃
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean, staff very friendly. Nice parking we didn't realize that it was paid parking. Overall a wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to visit
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Erika

Hotel was definitely not worth the cost. Maybe the price was boosted higher because of the Chris Brown concert? Front desk lady ( don’t remember her name) was awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We came for the art walk. The location wasn't far at all and very close to wonderful eateries. It was very clean the staff was very friendly. I loved everyone at the front desk and the dining room attendant worked with a smile. I'd definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was pleased overall.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kwadwo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was good. And the bed was very comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candace

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a beautiful and clean property!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOSE

Great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Amenities
Excellent. Wish they did valet
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff so friendly and amicable. I would love to come back and stay at this hotel!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

paul

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

Great stay.

Great location with lots of good food options within walking distance. The staff is outstanding!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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