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Best Western Catalina Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of R&R Cigars

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Best Western Catalina Inn in Tuscaloosa offers a genuine welcome with thoughtful amenities. Guests start their day with complimentary continental breakfast, connect using in-room WiFi, cool off with a swim in the outdoor pool, or grab a quick snack from the vending machine.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Microwave

Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Microwave

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Microwave

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Microwave | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Microwave

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking, Refrigerator

Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking, Refrigerator

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Single Sofabed)

Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Single Sofabed)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Single Sofabed)

Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Single Sofabed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
2015 Mcfarland Blvd, Northport, AL, 35476

What's nearby

  • Tuscaloosa River Walk - 3 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Tuscaloosa Amphitheater - 4 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • University of Alabama - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Bryant-Denny Stadium - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Coleman Coliseum - 8 min drive - 4.8 miles

Getting around

  • Tuscaloosa Station - 5 min drive
  • Birmingham International Airport (BHM) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Blue Plate - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Northport Medical Center Cafeteria - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Best Western Catalina Inn

Hotel near Tuscaloosa River Walk
Located close to Tuscaloosa Amphitheater and R&R Cigars, Best Western Catalina Inn provides free continental breakfast and a business center. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • A 24-hour front desk, a TV in the lobby, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Best Western Catalina Inn offer thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and refrigerators

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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Vibrating pillow alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless 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 01 to April 30:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child per adult, 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

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

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

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May 15 to September 30

Property is also known as

Best Western Catalina
Best Western Catalina Inn
Best Western Catalina Inn Northport
Best Western Catalina Northport
Best Catalina Northport
Best Western Catalina Inn Hotel
Best Western Catalina Inn Northport
Best Western Catalina Inn Hotel Northport

Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Catalina Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. The pool is closed seasonally each year from October 01 to April 30.

Is Best Western Catalina Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Catalina Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Best Western Catalina Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Best Western Catalina Inn located?

Located in the heart of Northport, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of R&R Cigars, Tuscaloosa River Walk, and Tuscaloosa Amphitheater. Jemison Van de Graaff Mansion and Bryant-Denny Stadium are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Best Western Catalina Inn Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 273 out of 560 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 172 out of 560 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 560 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 560 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 560 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property. Would stay here again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Polly A

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was updated, spacious and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All of the staff were courteous and efficient. The room was very clean and all amenities were plentiful and pleasant. Keep up the great service, cleanliness and friendliness.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and very clean property.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shareef

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for going to game
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Hershell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The motel is not bad but the room had been smoked in and smelt like an ashtray. We got gouged for over $800 for a single night on a normal $125 room because of Alabama/LSU football weekend. Shower hot water took 10 minutes to get lukewarm. There was no soap, shampoo in the shower dispensers. If you're going to gouge your rates to over 8x normal, which i get, at least stock the toiletries and deodorize the room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Easy and fast check in. Room was decent. Pretty good location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meg

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

A great place to stay

This was our third time staying at this hotel. It is always exceptionally clean and quiet. The staff is very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quick, responsive staff. Property and rooms just as advertised. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

A. Monique G.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable room. Friendly staff. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always clean. Great hot breakfast. Friendly and quick check in. Stayed her a lot and will return.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great owners. Very friendly and helpful. Clean and comfortable!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My third motel is 3 days, this is the best! Perfect size for a single person for an overnight stay! (Or a couple) I'll be in the area again in a few months and definitely return here.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Troy

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dead bug and hair under sheets at checkin. Frint deak rude at check in
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Large variety of breakfast items.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean, very good service, very affordable. No more than 5 minutes from the 2 places i was going. Restaurants with in walking distance. Will be using again when I go back in a few weeks.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

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

Better than expected

Tremendous stay. Better than i expected. Room was clean and comfortable the breakfast was ample, but the staff is what made the difference. Very professional and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn

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

Excellent stay

The room was in great shape. Looks like it was recently updated. It was very clean and comfortable. The shower/tub had a dispenser for the shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. The staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Truck parking
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, but wasn't worth $477.00 a night!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Beautiful updated room. Only issue is loud traffic noise which we resolved by setting the AC fan to run continuously.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was up to date, clean, and the staff were friendly. The neighbors and outside noise was inconvenient at times.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Crystal

Disliked: Cleanliness
There was mold in the shower and the rooms didn't look ANYTHING like the pictures.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

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