Hotels near Art Gallery, Swearingen Hall - Samford University in Homewood

Because of some TripAdvisor reviews I didn’t have great expectations but stayed here anyway because it was where some colleagues were staying so it would be easiest to coordinate. The reports about the layout of the property being awkward were accurate and I am grateful to the reviewers who advised parking in the back because that is where the only elevator is located. My room was dated- popcorn ceilings (and walls!) but I would have rated this property as fine because the breakfast bowl with quinoa and breakfast service were good and that would have balanced out the negatives. However, there were two other negatives the tipped the balance. First, during my stay I bought two small bottles of water at the market and when I checked out I discovered that I was charged $4.50 for one bottle and $5.00 for the second one (plus required tax). I asked about the discrepancy and was told that the price was posted it but it wasn’t and the desk clerk conceded it wasn’t but then just shrugged. Aside from being overpriced, charging different prices a day apart was arbitrary. Also, while housekeepers were working in other rooms in the hall outside my room I told them I would be leaving for the rest of the day so that they could get into my room and asked for more towels but they didn’t clean or give me towels. No one told me that there isn’t daily housekeeping (if that is the case) but even at properties without daily housekeeping one can usually get towels or trash removed on request. Apparently not here. I don’t have any plans to return to the area but I wouldn’t return to this property if I were.

With a stay at Drury Inn & Suites Birmingham Lakeshore Drive in Birmingham (Homewood), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of University of Alabama-Birmingham and University of Alabama Hospital. This hotel is 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from Birmingham Zoo and 6.8 mi (10.9 km) from Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex.Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool, an indoor pool, and a spa tub. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and a vending machine.Meet other guests and eat at the complimentary reception. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 138 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and microwaves, as well as phones with free local calls.

Located in Fultondale, Hampton Inn & Suites Fultondale Birmingham I 65, AL is within a 15-minute drive of Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex and University of Alabama Hospital. This hotel is 9.5 mi (15.4 km) from University of Alabama-Birmingham and 11.2 mi (18.1 km) from Birmingham Zoo.Take advantage of recreation opportunities including an outdoor pool and a fitness center.A complimentary breakfast is included.Featured amenities include a business center, express check-in, and express check-out.Stay in one of 64 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.

This was my fourth stay with Homewood Suites near UAB. And like all the other times, it was amazing! When I walked in to check in, the young lady actually recognized me from my last visit and reminded me of my Hilton Honors, which I had forgotten about, and gave me a complimentary bag with 2 bottled waters and treats! Very welcoming! The complimentary breakfast was phenomenal! So many items of variety to choose from! The young lady over the breakfast area came by my table to make sure everything was OK. We spoke about my trip. Very friendly and kind to me and other guests. They even have a manager's reception during the evenings (unfortunately I wasn't able to attend) When I checked out, Tracy greeted me with smile and asked if everything was to my liking, which I responded Yes! I always enjoy my stay with Homewood! Which is true, the rooms and views are spectacular! Mine was a king size bed with a sofa that let's out to a good size bed. Spacious bathroom area, and a kitchenette fully equipped with a counter top stove, microwave, good size refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, dishes, pots and pans even a garbage disposal. Homewood near UAB is definitely my go to place, my home away from. I highly recommend Homewood to anyone for their stay while in town. The staff team are A+

It's a nice hotel, spacious rooms and quiet. I slept better than I have in ages. The staff was very welcoming and nice at check-in, accommodated an early check-in, and sent me several messages to see if I needed anything during my stay. However, when I did send a message inquiring about a possible late checkout (three, actually, over a 14 hour span, both via text and in the app), I did not receive a response. I felt like they were clearly ignoring me or avoiding the question. Even if the answer was no, I would have appreciated a response. Eventually I called and the front desk staff was somewhat rude to me and said ”it already is late check out” which doesn't make sense since it was not yet the published checkout time. After I checked out and was reviewing my statement, I noticed I had been charged for parking even though I did not drive. I went back to the front desk to request a refund of these charges; she did process the refund, but implied it was my responsibility to tell the staff at check-in that I was not parking (no one asked me). I've been staying at Hilton brand hotels almost exclusively for over a decade and am a diamond member, I have ALWAYS been asked if I was parking or not, not automatically charged.

This was a great place to stay that was in downtown Birmingham and close to Children’s Hospital where we needed to go. The room was clean and comfortable. The bed was a little too soft, but the room was great other than that. The hot breakfast was also great and had several options. We would definitely stay here again!

Service was good. Staff helped me get my door unlocked upon arrival. Room was very clean and updated. Weren’t much in amenities but I was only there to spend a night and after a long day of traveling this room was just fine for me. Disappointed in the “breakfast” that was supposed to be included. The staff said it was because of Covid but other places I have stayed have lifted restrictions to serving a breakfast. All they had was a table blocking the entrance to the dining area with bottles of water and a pre-packaged sweet roll (that was very tasty). I didn’t expect a gourmet meal, but was looking forward to a bowl of cereal and some orange juice before I headed off for a full day of traveling.

This was our third time at this hotel went back because we enjoyed ourselves the previous two times hotel was the same as before could get a sunbed any time of day the food was well prepared pizzas were great can be receptive but always something to eat, maybe the rooms need a little updating but very clean. Was able to keep room late on last day when asked, all staff worked really hard all day. The location is great not as busy as some resorts but enough going on to enjoy yourself. The only negative from previous years was entertainment with was run by one entertainer which didn't seem interested never seen her only walking around talking to lifeguards, the hotel board said in morning three activities a day but in 7 days play pool and darts on one day rest of week only a lazy game obviously her specialty me and my son enjoy pool entertainment which we have done at hotel before which helps people get together and get to know the entertainment staff which is why we went back. The last few days the entertainer left and was replaced, and things improved a little late for us probably would try a new location for next holiday just let down by the entertainment and had to go out of night which if full inclusive defeats the idea of buying drinks, but Rock Cafe if like the music is a good night out .

I went there on for business &also with family &it was very nice. They are Very Nice &Clean! Great Hospitality from the front desk &staff. They were very courteous and polite. I know where to go when I want to do things with my family away from home even though I stay in Birmingham.

Great experience! Room was nice and clean. Staff was very professional especially Lacrietta. The beds were comfortable. Checking in was an easy process and check out was even easier. I would definitely stay here again. Overall, I really pleased and enjoyed my stay here.