Birmingham, AL
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Where to stay in Birmingham

Downtown Birmingham
Downtown Birmingham is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to McWane Science Center and Regions Field while you're in town.

Homewood
Located in southeastern Jefferson County, Homewood boasts the Hollywood Historic District, known for its Mission Revival and Spanish Colonial Revival architecture. Home to Samford University, it's a charming suburb near Birmingham.

Vestavia Hills
Visitors to Vestavia Hills enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Birmingham Ballet is worth a stop.

Mountain Brook
Boasting three picturesque "villages" and a high tree cover ratio, this suburban area offers a forest-like setting with charming residential sections and a network of bridle paths for recreation.

Five Points South
Unique features of Five Points South include the theaters and live music. Make a stop by Regions Field or Vulcan Statue while you're exploring the area.

Irondale
Visitors to Irondale enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Train Watching Platform is worth a stop.

Days Inn by Wyndham Hoover Birmingham
We went with a group- 2 people checked out and went elsewhere but the manager told us no refunds so some of us stayed. My personal room had a toilet that didn’t flush and when it did drain it bubbles up in the tub- toilet water in the tub!!! My tv also didn’t work. Another person in our group had ...
Reviewed on 31 March 2026

Red Roof Inn Birmingham South
Missing pillows. Missing light bulb. Understaffed. The room seemed clean. The one employee there was super friendly and helpful. He got me pillows. The poor guy was there when I arrived at 11pm and still there when I left at 7am. The hotel was totally sold out so that was probably the reason for ...
Reviewed on 30 March 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Hoover
Very attentive to our needs since we had our dog. We will stay again !
Reviewed on 30 March 2026

Landing Apartments UAB
Lovely apartment. Parking can be difficult since workers park there during the day. We often had to wait for a spot.
Reviewed on 8 March 2026

Downtown Birmingham Apartments by Landing
Our second time staying at a Landing property. Our second great experience! Secure building, secure parking, friendly and helpful residents. The Landing crew was always just a text/call away to answer any questions. Both times the accommodations were exactly as advertised and completely met our ...
Reviewed on 30 March 2026

Landing Midtown
Very hard to find, hard to use app that you have to use to get in and out of the building. No real doors on the bedrooms and the master bedroom door kept sliding open, hot water more like lukewarm and zero water pressure
Reviewed on 1 April 2026
Popular places to visit

University of Alabama at Birmingham
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at University of Alabama at Birmingham as part of your travels around Birmingham. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Barber Motorsports Park
You can take time to visit Barber Motorsports Park during your travels to Leeds. Experience the area's great live music and entertainment choices.

The Summit
You can enjoy retail therapy at The Summit during your trip to Birmingham. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.

Birmingham Zoo
Why not see the exotic and native animals who live at Birmingham Zoo during your travels in Birmingham? In the area, take in the acclaimed theater scene and mountain views.

Alabama Theater
Get tickets for a show at Alabama Theater, a storied theater in Birmingham. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum during your trip to Leeds. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene.
