Candlewood Suites Bessemer - Birmingham SW by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Bessemer Civic Center

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Property amenity
Exterior
Exterior
Full-sized fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is NZ$308
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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5430 Academy Way, Suite B, Bessemer, AL, 35022
  • Place, Bessemer Civic Center
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Lawson State Community College
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Medical West - An Affiliate of UAB Health System
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Birmingham, AL (BHM-Birmingham Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

About the area

Bessemer

At Candlewood Suites Bessemer - Birmingham SW by IHG you'll be within a 30-minute stroll of Bessemer Civic Center and Lawson State Community College. Highlights at this hotel include an indoor swimming pool, a complimentary breakfast and in-room kitchens. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the gym and pool loungers. 1240 square feet (115 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre. Additionally, you'll find a 24-hour front desk, gas grills and express check-in. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Bessemer hotel include Alabama Splash Adventure and Miles College.

What's nearby

  • Bessemer Civic Center - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Lawson State Community College - 1 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Medical West - An Affiliate of UAB Health System - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex - 19 min drive - 34.0 km
  • University of Alabama at Birmingham - 21 min drive - 36.2 km

Getting around

  • Birmingham Station - 20 min drive
  • Birmingham International Airport (BHM) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Candlewood Suites Bessemer - Birmingham SW by IHG

Hotel with free breakfast, near Bessemer Civic Center
Candlewood Suites Bessemer - Birmingham SW by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness centre. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily.

A 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 1240 square feet (115 square metres) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Candlewood Suites Bessemer - Birmingham SW by IHG also features barbecue grills, express check-in, and express check-out.

This Bessemer hotel is smoke free.

  • 59 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 1240 sq ft of conference space
  • 115 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2024
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Candlewood Suites Bessemer - Birmingham SW by IHG offers 59 accommodations with air conditioning. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Kitchens offer full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a bath.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Business services

  • 1,240 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No lift
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 2024
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • LED lighting

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 150 per stay)
  • Weight limit: 80 lb per pet
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD150 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Candlewood Suites Bessemer - Birmingham SW by IHG?

Candlewood Suites Bessemer - Birmingham SW by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Candlewood Suites Bessemer - Birmingham SW by IHG?

As of 17 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Candlewood Suites Bessemer - Birmingham SW by IHG on 2 Jan 2026 start from NZ$307.51, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Candlewood Suites Bessemer - Birmingham SW by IHG have a pool?

Candlewood Suites Bessemer - Birmingham SW by IHG has an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Does Candlewood Suites Bessemer - Birmingham SW by IHG serve breakfast?

You bet, free buffet breakfast is offered on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Candlewood Suites Bessemer - Birmingham SW by IHG?

No, Candlewood Suites Bessemer - Birmingham SW by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Candlewood Suites Bessemer - Birmingham SW by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Candlewood Suites Bessemer - Birmingham SW by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 26 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Solid
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Whitney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and helpful. The breakfast was delicious with a good variety of items. My issue with our week long stay was the hotel is listed as non smoking. I guess that didn’t apply to weed. All day every day there were people sitting around the outdoor grilling area smoking pot. Which is fine you do you but our room was right above the are where they were constantly smoking and it’s all me and my small kids smelled the whole stay inside our room.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay! Clean, staff was friendly, the breakfast was NEXT LEVEL.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Stayed 13 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

ronda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was AMAZING. I had to stay there before closing on a home.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shiquita

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the option of breakfast as well as being able to cook in your own room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
EVERYONE at the property was among amazing. They were all so friendly and made us feel like family
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tadrick

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff during my check in was amazing. Both ladies were so helpful and friendly!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Leonard

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We were without water all day Thursday. We had to go some place for hygiene and water.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shanita

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean.Staff was extremely friendly.Excellent breakfast options
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lashundra

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Typically it’s a great experience. The last 2 visits were horrible. The visit before this one I was severely overcharged. This visit the room wasn’t too clean, I rushed to checkout starting at 7 AM, and I was exhausted. For this to be a new hotel the shower was full of rust. My original room wasn’t ready when I arrived after 3 PM. I need the owners information.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Over Priced

Broken glass on the kitchen floor and in the sink. Shower door would not stay closed. The pet fee was a bit extreme seeing as the condition and cleanliness of the room was obviously lacking in the first place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Lashundra

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The desk clerk had me as a no show and over charged me. She had me staying under another guest name and when I went to check out they couldn’t find me. I was charged a significant large amount when it was totaled to be much less than that when reserved days prior. She told me the price changed because the room I reserved was no longer available. Upon check out, no one ever booked the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lashundra

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shatoya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Markita

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very pleased with everything about this stay. The property was exceptionally clean, and the breakfast was fantastic. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024