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Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB

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A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign for the Residence Inn Marriott. - Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB (Birmingham)
A modern living room with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk. - Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB (Birmingham)
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A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk with a chair, a sofa, and a small table. - Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB (Birmingham)
Located close to University of Alabama at Birmingham, Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB provides free continental breakfast, a free grocery shopping service, and a terrace. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, two bedside tables, and wall-mounted lamps.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, two bedside tables, and wall-mounted lamps.

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

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, two bedside tables, and wall-mounted lamps.

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, two bedside tables, and wall-mounted lamps.

Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, two bedside tables, and wall-mounted lamps.

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(223 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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. Travelers who have shopping on the agenda can visit The Summit and Riverchase Galleria, while those looking for another kind of activity may want to check out Renaissance Birmingham Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa. Check out an event or a game at Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex, and consider making time for Birmingham Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Birmingham travel guide
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821 20th Street S, Birmingham, AL, 35205

What's nearby

  • An aerial view of a city with a large central campus, including a prominent brick building, green spaces, and a parking area.
    University of Alabama at Birmingham
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A statue of a man holding a kite, overlooking a cityscape with buildings and greenery.
    UAB Hospital
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A baseball stadium with empty stands, a baseball diamond, and a scoreboard.
    Regions Field
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • A colorful abstract painting with red, green, and blue hues.
    McWane Science Center
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • A building with a sign that reads "ANADIPIA."
    Alabama Theater
    2 min drive - 0.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Chick-fil-A
    7 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    7 min walk
  • Wendy's
    10 min walk
  • Arby's
    6 min walk
  • Al's Deli & Grill
    8 min walk

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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
  • 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
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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)

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?

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 15-minute walk of University of Alabama at Birmingham and UAB Hospital. Kirklin Clinic and UAB Health System are just steps away. Birmingham Station is 18 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 620 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 206 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 46 out of 1009 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Shannon Malone

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Great stay! Excellent breakfast buffet.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gail

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The room was spacious and the kitchen well equipped, the staff very helpful, the breakfast quite good, there’s an attached parking lot, and it’s not far from the airport and downtown Birmingham.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jamie

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Friendly staff at check in
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vinneth

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The property was very clean the staff with very nice the breakfast. Oh love the breakfast parking lot was clean. The roads was clean and we booked next time.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

LLOYD

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The staff was friendly. Rooms were great, very clean and functional. Breakfast was good. The parking is ok but can get a little scarce when busy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anitra

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Everyone was very kind and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

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Great location. Comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Leslie

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We stayed one night. Very clean and nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

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Exceptionally clean and staff were very accommodating. Will stay again if ever in the area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Paul

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Good location, great rooms!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Johnny

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The staff was super friendly and helpful. Very clean , awesome place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Miranda

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Staff helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Phillip

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Clean room and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jarrett

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Room was clean and staff were exceptional.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lori

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Beautiful room comfy bed very clean. Front desk friendly! Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

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Room was great, staff was friendly and helpful, and the bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Yahkira

Liked: Cleanliness
Great room for price
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Austin

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Clean room, elevator smelled like pot, very crowded due to event in town, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Floyd

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The staff was excellent. The room was stellar and I enjoyed my stay!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy

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Very clean and well kept facility and room. Helpful and courteous staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Courtland

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Room was very clean and staff was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Martha

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All staff greeted us in a friendly manner. Wish there had been more options for breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

LEANNA

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Very clean room. Staff was awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Roberta

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Staff was Excellent and cleanliness of rooms!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Christy

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff was very friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026