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A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a covered entrance, large windows, and a well-maintained exterior.

A modern kitchen with a white countertop, wooden cabinets, a black microwave, a coffee maker, and a black refrigerator. There is a round table with chairs in the foreground.

A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a desk with a chair.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a microwave, a chair, and a wardrobe.

1. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Birmingham-Irondale(East) by IHG

Irondale, 3 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Michael

SAR 496

SAR 585 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A covered picnic area with a picnic table and benches.

A hotel room with a television displaying a sports game, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a minibar.

2. Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Birmingham East - Irondale/ Airport

Irondale, 2.9 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Jason

SAR 261

SAR 308 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sep - 1 Oct

A living room with a sofa, two lamps, a coffee table, and a potted plant.

A living room with two couches, a lamp, and a plant on a table.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and two lamps.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a desk with drawers, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

3. Parkway Inn of Birmingham

3.2 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Kimberly

SAR 226

SAR 285 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sep - 1 Oct

A modern living room with grey sofas, a side table, and a lamp. There are large windows with curtains, and a view of buildings outside.

A dining area with a round table, six chairs, a vase of flowers, and a ceiling light fixture.

A hotel room with two grey armchairs, a bed, a painting, and a view of buildings through large windows.

A modern hotel room with a large flat-screen TV, two grey sofas, a desk with a computer, and large windows with curtains.

4. John Hand Club Hotel

Central City, 10.3 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

David

SAR 943

SAR 1,229 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a wall with a welcome sign, and a patterned carpet.

A reception area with a white reception desk, a welcome sign, and a view of the outside through glass doors.

A refrigerated display with various beverages and snacks, shelves with bottled water and wine, and a welcome sign.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

5. Hampton Inn Birmingham Leeds

11.1 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Nathan P

SAR 453

SAR 530 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern restaurant with a long counter, multiple seating areas, and a bar.

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, benches, and a table.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a bar.

A modern hotel with a flat roof, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

6. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Birmingham Gardendale

14.6 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Erika

SAR 484

SAR 581 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a 36-inch depth marker, adjacent to a seating area with tables and chairs.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances.

A lobby with a seating area featuring grey upholstered chairs, a small table, and a decorative vase on a shelf.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a lamp.

7. Drury Inn & Suites Birmingham Grandview

13.3 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Valerie

SAR 383

SAR 461 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A room with a dark blue wall, a large framed painting, two leather armchairs, a wooden desk with lamps, and a window with curtains.

A theater marquee with the name "ALABAMA" in large letters.

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, and a bookshelf.

A room with a dark wooden floor, a brown leather armchair, a small table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

8. The Painted Lady

Five Points South, 10.1 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

John

SAR 601

SAR 718 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

An outdoor patio area with stone walls, wicker furniture, and a central fire feature.

A modern bar area with a long wooden table, bar stools, and a stone accent wall.

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a TV, a desk, and a bed.

A spacious, well-lit lounge area with multiple seating options, including sofas and chairs, arranged around a central coffee table. Large windows provide ample natural light and views of the outdoors.

9. Residence Inn by Marriott Homewood Mountain Brook

Homewood, 11 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Hanna

SAR 747

SAR 897 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A spacious room with a wooden floor, a dining area with a bench, and a seating area with patterned sofas.

A spacious lobby with a large painting, a bench, a white sofa set, and a chandelier.

An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, purple chairs, and a dining table.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a pool, surrounded by a building with multiple windows and a stone facade.

10. Grand Bohemian Mountain Brook, Autograph Collection

Redmont Park, 10 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Connor

SAR 785

SAR 933 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A Victorian-style house with a wrap-around porch, a brick facade, and a steeply pitched roof.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the city through large windows.

A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a fireplace, and large windows with curtains.

11. Hassinger Daniels Guest House

Five Points South, 10.4 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Madison

SAR 451

SAR 541 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sep - 1 Oct

A modern cafe with a central wooden table, various food items, and a chalkboard menu.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a dining table, and a large window providing natural light.

A reception desk with a wooden panel design, a sign reading "WELCOME TO THE HONEY BEE STATE", and a display of local products in the background.

A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a large entrance, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Fultondale Birmingham I 65, AL

10.8 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Brandon

SAR 508

SAR 621 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern lounge area with seating, tables, and a large screen displaying a sports event.

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

13. Courtyard By Marriott Birmingham Grandview

13.5 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Paul

SAR 597

SAR 713 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sep - 1 Oct

A modern restaurant with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a herringbone patterned floor.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a small side table. There is a reception desk with a decorative wall piece and a bookshelf in the background.

A fitness center with glass doors, a reception area, and a sign indicating the location.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a dining space.

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Birmingham Colonnade

13.7 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Ricky

SAR 597

SAR 713 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sep - 1 Oct

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating, and a bar area.

A spacious lobby with a modern chandelier, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A restaurant with leather booths, hanging plants, and a bar area with shelves of bottles.

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a large chandelier, and a view of the outdoors.

15. Valley Hotel Homewood Birmingham, Curio Collection by Hilton

Homewood, 11.6 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Matthew

SAR 739

SAR 887 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern bar area with a marble-tiled bar counter, multiple bar stools, and a wine and liquor display.

A modern retail area with a counter labeled "The Shop" stocked with snacks and beverages.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and a television screen.

A modern living room with a marble wall, a fireplace, and contemporary furniture.

16. Hilton Garden Inn Birmingham SE/Liberty Park

8.3 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Tony

SAR 351

SAR 411 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating areas, a kitchen, and a dining area.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a bed, and a shower area.

A multi-story hotel with a parking lot and landscaped areas.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a dining table, a TV, and a kitchen area.

17. Homewood Suites by Hilton Birmingham South Inverness

15.4 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Brenda

SAR 400

SAR 464 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

An outdoor patio area with seating, a fire pit, and a grill.

A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, stainless steel appliances, and a flat-screen TV mounted above the sink.

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear signage, a tiled floor, and a yellow ceiling.

A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, blue seating, and a large window with blue curtains.

18. Homewood Suites by Hilton Birmingham Downtown Near UAB

Five Points South, 10.5 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Nichole

SAR 412

SAR 495 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel bathroom with a large bathtub, a mirror, and a wooden nightstand with a lamp.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a TV on a dresser, and a patterned carpet.

A coffee station with two espresso machines, a coffee dispenser, and a sign that reads 'MUST HAVE COFFEE - EXPRESS.'

A conference room with a long table, green chairs, patterned carpet, ceiling fans, and a projector screen.

19. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Birmingham Trussville by IHG

12.1 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

janice

SAR 432

SAR 542 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with a covered area and a clear sign indicating it is a Best Western property.

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a cityscape view.

A modern dining area with yellow chairs and round tables, a counter with a beverage dispenser, and a view through large windows.

20. Best Western Plus Birmingham Inn & Suites

15.9 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Michael

SAR 297

SAR 346 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sep - 1 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Birmingham-Irondale(East) by IHG	7.8 Good 859 reviews	View
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Birmingham East - Irondale/ Airport	7.6 Good 1,000 reviews	View
Parkway Inn of Birmingham	5.0 504 reviews	View
John Hand Club Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 286 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Birmingham Leeds	9.4 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View

Top Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn Birmingham - Irondale

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was great and good customer service"

Welcome to S & B Birmingham Getaway!

10/10 Excellent

"This house was very nice and comfortable. The pictures are very accurate. Be sure to pay attention to the requirements."

The Chalet / Trendy • Cozy • Contemporary • Urban

10/10 Excellent

"The house was very cute! The air worked really well, everything you would need for staying in the kitchen is provided, which is always nice. The host was very responsive to our messages and check in and out was seamless!"

The 86th Street Retreat | Patio/King Bed/Groups

8/10 Good

"My players enjoyed the space. "

Charming 3-bedroom bungalow with WiFi in Bham, 12 mins from UAB.

8/10 Good

"It is in a redevelopment area. It is cloae to all the shopping areas. Much older neighborhood. We were able to enjoy the holiday and shop too."

Cozy home minutes away from Airport, Uptown and Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Mrs. Sharell was an amazing host. Very responsive and helpful with local places to visit. The rental was very pleasant. Beds are comfortable. Esthetics are pleasing. As soon as you walk in the house is beautifully decorated and the house smells amazing. The description of the VRBO is spot on. Close to downtown and east to get to. We would definitely stay here again on our next visor to Birmingham "

Other attractions near Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Train Watching Platform

You can learn about the history of Birmingham with a trip to Train Watching Platform. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

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New Bethel Baptist Church

6.0/10 (1 review)

After visiting New Bethel Baptist Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Birmingham.

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Southern Museum of Flight

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Southern Museum of Flight in Birmingham. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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A.G. Gaston Gardens

6.0/10 (1 review)

Learn about the local history of Birmingham with a stop at A.G. Gaston Gardens. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Birmingham Race Course Casino

8.8/10 (28 reviews)

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Birmingham Race Course Casino during your visit to Birmingham? Experience the acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

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Avondale Brewing Company

6.0/10 (1 review)

You can take time to visit Avondale Brewing Company during your travels to Birmingham. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Alabama Symphony Orchestra

You can enjoy a show at Alabama Symphony Orchestra on your trip to Birmingham. Experience the acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event in this romantic area.

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Highland Park Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Birmingham at Highland Park Golf Course. Take in the acclaimed theater scene and mountain views in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve?

Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve is located in a family-friendly area of Birmingham known for its popular theater scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 23 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Birmingham-Irondale(East) by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located 1.9 mi (3 km) from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve. Other good choices within a few miles include Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Birmingham East - Irondale/ Airport and Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham East Irondale.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve?

Expedia has 23 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals near Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve?

To access more information about updating your stay near Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve?

Sights like Southern Museum of Flight, Train Watching Platform, and Alabama Symphony Orchestra can be part of your cultural tour. You might plan a visit to Birmingham Race Course Casino or Avondale Brewing Company while you're in the area. New Bethel Baptist Church and A.G. Gaston Gardens are some sights worth a visit in the area.

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Our top choices for Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve hotels

1. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Birmingham-Irondale(East) by IHG

2. Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Birmingham East - Irondale/ Airport

3. Parkway Inn of Birmingham

4. John Hand Club Hotel

5. Hampton Inn Birmingham Leeds

6. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Birmingham Gardendale

7. Drury Inn & Suites Birmingham Grandview

8. The Painted Lady

9. Residence Inn by Marriott Homewood Mountain Brook

10. Grand Bohemian Mountain Brook, Autograph Collection

11. Hassinger Daniels Guest House

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Fultondale Birmingham I 65, AL

13. Courtyard By Marriott Birmingham Grandview

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Birmingham Colonnade

15. Valley Hotel Homewood Birmingham, Curio Collection by Hilton

16. Hilton Garden Inn Birmingham SE/Liberty Park

17. Homewood Suites by Hilton Birmingham South Inverness

18. Homewood Suites by Hilton Birmingham Downtown Near UAB

19. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Birmingham Trussville by IHG

20. Best Western Plus Birmingham Inn & Suites

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Top Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn Birmingham - Irondale

Welcome to S & B Birmingham Getaway!

The Chalet / Trendy • Cozy • Contemporary • Urban

The 86th Street Retreat | Patio/King Bed/Groups

Charming 3-bedroom bungalow with WiFi in Bham, 12 mins from UAB.

Cozy home minutes away from Airport, Uptown and Downtown

Other attractions near Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Train Watching Platform

New Bethel Baptist Church

Southern Museum of Flight

A.G. Gaston Gardens

Birmingham Race Course Casino

Avondale Brewing Company

Alabama Symphony Orchestra

Highland Park Golf Course

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