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TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tuscaloosa University Area

3.0 star property
Travelers find a refreshing outdoor pool and convenient continental breakfast near the University of Alabama, with 24-hour amenities keeping everyone connected

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TownePlace Suites by Marriott in central Tuscaloosa offers a practical home base with thoughtful amenities. Guests enjoy continental breakfast, an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and a business center with free WiFi. The staff consistently earns high marks.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Flat-screen TV

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(43 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(38 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Flat-screen TV

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Hearing Accessible)

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Hearing Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in South East Tuscaloosa, a neighborhood in Tuscaloosa, TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tuscaloosa University Area is in the entertainment district. Bryant-Denny Stadium and Denny Chimes are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Lurleen State Park and Veterans Memorial Park. Paul W. Bryant Museum and Alabama Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Visit our Tuscaloosa travel guide
Map
2816 Mcfarland Blvd E, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35405

What's nearby

  • Veterans Memorial Park
    Veterans Memorial Park
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • University of Alabama
    University of Alabama
    4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Bryant-Denny Stadium
    Bryant-Denny Stadium
    5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Tuscaloosa River Walk
    Tuscaloosa River Walk
    6 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Bowlero Tuscaloosa
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Tuscaloosa Station
    6 min drive

Restaurants

  • Circle K
    5 min walk
  • Chick-fil-A
    13 min walk
  • Metro Diner
    17 min walk
  • Waffle House
    10 min walk
  • Olive Garden
    12 min walk

About this property

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tuscaloosa University Area

Hotel near University of Alabama
Consider a stay at TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tuscaloosa University Area and take advantage of free continental breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour gym. In addition to a 24-hour business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-in, a 24-hour front desk, and ATM/banking services
  • Smoke-free premises, newspapers in the lobby, and 1 meeting room
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 93 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and dishwashers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in bathtub
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Transfer shower
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 5 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

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

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Towneplace Suites Tuscaloosa
Towneplace Stes Tusca Marriott
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tuscaloosa University Area Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tuscaloosa University Area have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Is TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tuscaloosa University Area pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tuscaloosa University Area?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tuscaloosa University Area?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tuscaloosa University Area located?

Located in South East Tuscaloosa, this hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Veterans Memorial Park and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from University of Alabama. Bowlero Tuscaloosa and DCH Regional Medical Center are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tuscaloosa University Area Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 385 out of 541 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 80 out of 541 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 541 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 541 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 541 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Melissa Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff was super friendly, clean room, great parking and there's a Buffalo Wild Wings spot next door.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeralend

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and nice staff!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to relax
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Room was clean, associates at checkin were courteous, helpful, and insightful. Great Place to Stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great—-clean, spacious room, friendly staff,and a great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Luiza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved it! Staff is very kind and breakfast is amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location. Nice room and good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff is great, this is the second time we have stayed here and will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, liked hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Candi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spacious and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Darius

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great environment great people love the breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Nice clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Maryna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lenore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the staff was very pleasant and accommodating. The food was good and had great options. parking was easy and my daughter and her boyfriend both enjoyed the gym - small but effective
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property. I would recommend this place to my friends and family
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for a trip to University of Alabama & it was a great location and convenient to access the campus with a 8-10 minute drive. Staff was very friendly and the room was as advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

Shannon

Liked: Amenities
Staff was friendly, location was great. The room had apparently had touch ups done all around in bedroom area and bathroom area. But they hadn’t been done well. So it made it appear to not look the best and maybe not feel as clean in my opinion.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sidnee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff was very kind and the room was clean!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

LaDarius

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was people friendly the facility was clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was good and the facility was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Tara

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location for our college visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JohnPaul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and nice rooms. I’ll definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Denella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying here. Our room was great and beds comfortable. The location was great for our needs and we enjoyed breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Candice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A nice place to stay for a weekend visit to Univeristy of Alabama! Rooms are spacious and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025