Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, near University of Alabama

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Free full breakfast
Free full breakfast
Property amenity
Free full breakfast
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is NZ$193
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar

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1120 Veterans Memorial Pkwy, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35404
  • Place, Veterans Memorial Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, DCH Regional Medical Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Alabama
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub, Non Smoking (Communications)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(60 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking (Communications Accessible)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub, Non Smoking (Communications)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Accessible Bathtub, Non Smoking (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible Bathtub, Non Smoking (Communications)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Tuscaloosa

At Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Veterans Memorial Park and Bowlero Tuscaloosa. Highlights at this hotel include free breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the gym, seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. 980 square feet (91 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. Free full breakfast is available. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this East Central Tuscaloosa hotel include Bryant-Denny Stadium and University of Alabama.

What's nearby

  • Veterans Memorial Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bowlero Tuscaloosa - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • DCH Regional Medical Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • University of Alabama - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Coleman Coliseum - 3 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Tuscaloosa Station - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Foosackly's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG

Hotel with free parking, near University of Alabama
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free breakfast is available. Event space at this hotel measures 980 square feet (91 square metres) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG also features a vending machine, coffee/tea in common area, and a front desk safe. Free self parking is available.

This Tuscaloosa hotel is smoke free.

  • 108 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 980 sq ft of conference space
  • 91 sq. m of conference space
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG offers 108 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 980 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 01 May and close on 01 November.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University 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 Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG?

As of 2 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG on 3 Mar 2026 start from NZ$192.89, 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.

Is parking available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG has a free self car park.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from May 01 to November 01).

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG serve breakfast?

Yeah, our guests adore the free full brekkie here! It's the perfect place to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG?

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

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG?

No, pets are not allowed.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 438 out of 578 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 578 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 578 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 578 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 578 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joseph Yose

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was really clean, and the staff was super friendly. I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeffrey and Tracy

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
We have stayed at this hotel multiple times when in Tuscaloosa, but have never had the room be this unsatisfactory. Upon arrival we noticed that the bathroom floor along with the shower/ bathtub was dirty. The spare roll of toilet paper appeared to have been previously placed on a wet (and dirty) surface as the edge on one side of the roll was stained / discolored. Also, the queen bed closest to the door squeaked excessively. On the second night we received a text message from the hotel asking us to rate (1 to 5) our stay so far. We replied with a 3 along with mentioning the issues above. Nya P. (I assume at the front desk) texted back, not with an apology, but with a curt response that seemed to negate our claims. Her text did oddly say, "I can pass your message along to management and they can reach out to you tomorrow and apologize for the inconvenience." We concluded the text chain with Nya P. stating "Holiday Inn Express shouldn't have you all ask people to rate their stay after the first day if they don't want to be critiqued." This was the only time we have had any issues at this hotel and everything else during our stay was satisfactory. We are still likely stay at this hotel again in the future. They just need to ensure that the rooms are completely clean and that the agents at the front desk are trained on how to better respond to and handle guests' issues and concerns.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Google was great and staff was better!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen, CAMARILLO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a comfortable and convenient property to stay at. Every staff member is outstanding👏
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvette

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly staff!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Clean room, good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

kelly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great and the staff friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fine
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was clean and comfortable and the staff was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise Eileen, Forked River

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love everything about this hotel. ✨️✨️✨️✨️✨️
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
a very clean hotel - water pressure amazing. we will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Only thing that wasn’t great was a low beeping sound! Only half of my family could hear it and the other half couldn’t! When I researched what it could be, I finally decided it must be a faulty USB charging port. Other than that the stay was great!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing

Peaceful. Clean. Great beds and pillows. Smelled fresh.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley, Glen Gardner

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property. We enjoyed the breakfast. Rooms were nice. We would have liked to have had an exhaust fan in the bathroom because the shower steamed up the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025