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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 modern hotel lobby with a kitchen area, seating arrangements, and a large flat-screen TV.

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

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

Irondale, 3 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Hillary

SAR 447

SAR 527 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A covered picnic area with a picnic table and benches.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

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

Irondale, 2.9 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Jason

SAR 248

SAR 292 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

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

3. Parkway Inn of Birmingham

3.2 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Kimberly

SAR 226

SAR 285 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A two-story house with a porch, white picket fence, and a well-maintained garden.

A grand staircase with white paneling and a chandelier, leading to a room with a blue accent wall and a view of the outdoors.

A spacious room with a large window, a chandelier, a sofa, a table, and a chair.

A staircase with red carpeted steps leading to a landing with a chalkboard sign reading "FREE HOUSE."

4. Tree House

Five Points South, 10.6 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Lacy

SAR 584

SAR 697 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a sofa, a mirror, and artwork on the walls.

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.

5. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Birmingham Gardendale

14.6 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Erika

SAR 484

SAR 581 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

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

A gym with a bench, dumbbells, and exercise equipment.

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

6. Hampton Inn Birmingham Leeds

11.1 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Nathan P

SAR 401

SAR 469 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

Alexandria

SAR 383

SAR 461 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 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 room with a dark wooden floor, a brown leather armchair, a small table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel with a red exterior, a large window, and a sign that reads 'The Painted Lady Hotel.'

8. The Painted Lady

Five Points South, 10.1 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Linton

SAR 563

SAR 673 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 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 multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a stone facade and multiple balconies.

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

Melissa

SAR 747

SAR 897 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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

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

10.8 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Brandon

SAR 527

SAR 643 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a reception desk, and a patterned carpet.

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

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

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Birmingham Trussville by IHG

12.1 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

janice

SAR 413

SAR 519 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern lounge area with a stone wall, a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a flat-screen TV.

A modern bar area with a long counter, a refrigerated display case, and a menu board.

A hotel lobby with modern furniture, including sofas and armchairs, a coffee table, and a decorative vase with branches.

A Courtyard Marriott hotel with a brick facade, a central entrance, and a landscaped front yard with colorful flowers.

12. Courtyard by Marriott Birmingham Trussville

8.6 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Hillorey

SAR 588

SAR 723 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas.

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

13. Best Western Plus Birmingham Inn & Suites

15.9 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Michael

SAR 267

SAR 312 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, green chairs, and a modern building in the background.

An outdoor swimming pool with a metal ladder, surrounded by stone walls and illuminated by ambient lighting.

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

A modern restaurant with a long wooden table and chairs, a kitchen area with a microwave, and a display of food items.

14. Home2 Suites by Hilton Birmingham Fultondale

10.1 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Natalie

SAR 482

SAR 590 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a long bar, wooden chairs, and pendant lighting.

An outdoor patio with lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by greenery and a building facade.

A hotel lobby with a marble-patterned floor, wooden pillars, and a mix of seating options including sofas and armchairs.

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a wooden accent wall, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Birmingham Fultondale/I65

10.5 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Sharon

SAR 466

SAR 570 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a sofa, and a television on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a mirror, a lamp, and a window with a view.

A store with shelves stocked with snacks, beverages, and household items.

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham/280 East-Eagle Point

17.6 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Chad

SAR 397

SAR 460 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase to an upper level.

An indoor swimming pool area with two pools, tiled floors, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a coffee maker, and a framed picture on the wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a staircase, round tables, and chairs, large windows offering a view of the street.

17. Drury Inn & Suites Birmingham Lakeshore Drive

Homewood, 16.2 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Richard

SAR 447

SAR 536 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A spacious lobby with a blue sofa, patterned armchairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace with decorative items.

A bar area with a counter, chairs, and a television screen.

A fruit and cheese display with a tiered fruit arrangement, surrounded by various cheeses and fruits on a table.

18. Hilton Garden Inn Birmingham/Trussville

7.2 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

TaMara

SAR 456

SAR 561 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A Comfort Inn & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a parking area.

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

A modern kitchen with a buffet setup, including a coffee machine, fruit bowl, and various food containers.

19. Comfort Inn & Suites at CrossPlex Village

17 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Stephanie

SAR 343

SAR 414 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern coffee shop interior with a coffee machine, a beverage dispenser, and a refrigerated beverage display.

A modern lobby with two cushioned seating areas, a reception desk, and a large glass door leading outside.

A corridor with large windows, patterned carpet, and a view of outdoor greenery.

A spacious lobby with a grey sofa, orange ottomans, and a Starbucks sign.

20. DoubleTree by Hilton Birmingham Perimeter Park

13.6 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Alicia

SAR 405

SAR 487 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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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 866 reviews	View
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Birmingham East - Irondale/ Airport	7.6 Good 1,002 reviews	View
Parkway Inn of Birmingham	5.0 506 reviews	View
Tree House	9.8 Exceptional 90 reviews	View
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Birmingham Gardendale	9.4 Exceptional 828 reviews	View

Top Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham East Irondale

10/10 Excellent

"A nice stay"

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!"

Magic City Manor: Groups/Driveway/Game Room/Wifi

10/10 Excellent

"We had an outstanding stay! The communication from the host was the best we’ve ever experienced—friendly, responsive, and helpful from start to finish.The pictures honestly don’t do this property justice. The home is much larger and more impressive in person, with plenty of room for our entire group. We traveled with our wrestling club for an out-of-state tournament, and the layout was perfect for accommodating everyone comfortably.The location was another huge plus. It’s situated on a quiet dead-end street, which made it feel very private and safe. There is also a park right next door where the kids could play and burn off energy between events.Everything about our stay exceeded expectations, and we will absolutely be booking this property again in the future. Highly recommended!"

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?

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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. Tree House

5. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Birmingham Gardendale

6. Hampton Inn Birmingham Leeds

7. Drury Inn & Suites Birmingham Grandview

8. The Painted Lady

9. Residence Inn by Marriott Homewood Mountain Brook

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

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Birmingham Trussville by IHG

12. Courtyard by Marriott Birmingham Trussville

13. Best Western Plus Birmingham Inn & Suites

14. Home2 Suites by Hilton Birmingham Fultondale

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Birmingham Fultondale/I65

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham/280 East-Eagle Point

17. Drury Inn & Suites Birmingham Lakeshore Drive

18. Hilton Garden Inn Birmingham/Trussville

19. Comfort Inn & Suites at CrossPlex Village

20. DoubleTree by Hilton Birmingham Perimeter Park

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Top Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham East Irondale

Welcome to S & B Birmingham Getaway!

The Chalet / Trendy • Cozy • Contemporary • Urban

Magic City Manor: Groups/Driveway/Game Room/Wifi

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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