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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near University of Alabama

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Exterior
Suite, Multiple Beds | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Communications)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Desk
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Laptop workspace
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Laptop workspace
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Communications)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Desk
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Communications) | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Communications)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Communications)

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Communications)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Laptop workspace
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

Standard Room | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Laptop workspace
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Desk
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

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1120 Veterans Memorial Pkwy, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35404

What's nearby

  • Veterans Memorial Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • DCH Regional Medical Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • University of Alabama - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Coleman Coliseum - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Bryant-Denny Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Tuscaloosa Station - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Cookout - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG

Hotel near Bryant-Denny Stadium
At Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG, you can look forward to free full breakfast, golfing on site, and a gym. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as conference space.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A vending machine, meeting rooms, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A front-desk safe, a banquet hall, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 108 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with hair dryers
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks

Languages

English

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 available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 980 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • 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 public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 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
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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May 01 to November 01
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Property is also known as

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG?

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

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG located?

Located in East Central Tuscaloosa, this hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Veterans Memorial Park and within 3 mi (5 km) of University of Alabama and Bryant-Denny Stadium. Bowlero Tuscaloosa and DCH Regional Medical Center are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 361 out of 483 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 80 out of 483 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 483 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 483 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 483 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaleb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic staff!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caren

Liked: Amenities
We really enjoyed staying here
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful and friendly staff, very clean and comfortable, awesome breakfast, we really enjoyed our stay. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay Great breakfast Nice employees
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay for what we needed. We have stayed here several times and are always satisfied!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, good location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location to UA. The staff was the nicest we've had at a hotel in a long time.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ibis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room and nice breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

nice and staff very accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so helpful and nice!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betsy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay was very quiet and pleasant. 10/10 would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a quiet stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well kept, rooms are spacious. Decent selection of breakfast items.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasantly surprised.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice property
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Liked: Amenities
Clean. Friendly. Very convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

JoAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious and comfortable but it was located facing the highway so it was noisy.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

TRAZELL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and vlean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was super clean! Nice rooms
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

DJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to UA and shopping. Busy street--congested--heavy traffic.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel is always so clean and freshing. the staff is very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Amenities
Staff was very nice, very clean room, good breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hands down would stay here again. The breakfast was good, location was perfect, and the staff were amazing and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024