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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG

2.5 star property
Guests start their day with a complimentary breakfast before enjoying a round of golf on-site or tackling work projects at the well-equipped business center

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Near the University of Alabama, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University offers a free full breakfast and on-site golfing. Enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool, gym, and 24-hour business center. Attentive staff and self-parking available.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is NZ$224
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Iron/ironing board
Desk
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Iron/ironing board
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(60 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Iron/ironing board
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(42 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Iron/ironing board
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Iron/ironing board
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Iron/ironing board
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, Multiple Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Iron/ironing board
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Iron/ironing board
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
Iron/ironing board
Desk
  • 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
Iron/ironing board
Desk
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Iron/ironing board
Desk
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

East Central Tuscaloosa, a neighbourhood in Tuscaloosa, is home to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG. Paul W. Bryant Museum and Alabama Museum of Natural History are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Northport Corners and Northwood Crossings. Dinah Washington Cultural Arts Center and Children's Hands-On Museum are also worth visiting. Visit our Tuscaloosa travel guide
Map
1120 Veterans Memorial Pkwy, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35404

What's nearby

  • Tuscaloosa featuring military items
    Veterans Memorial Park
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Tuscaloosa showing flowers, a castle and heritage architecture
    University of Alabama
    3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • DCH Regional Medical Center
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Coleman Coliseum
    3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Paul W. Bryant Museum
    3 min drive - 3.2 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 near University of Alabama
At Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG, you can look forward to free full breakfast, golfing on-site and a gym. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as conference space.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • 1 meeting room, a lift and a 24-hour front desk
  • A vending machine, smoke-free property and a front desk safe
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 108 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with hairdryers
  • Heating, daily housekeeping and desks

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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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
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)

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from 01 May to 01 November
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG?

As of 9 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG on 29 Mar 2026 start from NZ$224, 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 Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG?

Self-parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

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

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG located?

Located in East Central Tuscaloosa, this hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Veterans Memorial Park and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from University of Alabama. Bowlero Tuscaloosa and DCH Regional Medical Center are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 444 out of 586 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 92 out of 586 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 586 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 586 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 586 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and very clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and comfortable. The breakfast was amazing! Will stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

kelly

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

10/10 Excellent

Joseph Yose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean, great staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean facility from entry to room to breakfast area. Courteous staff, and quiet area.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, very accommodating Clean room well stocked
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was very clean. Staff was warm and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious room and a good breakfast. Holiday Inn Express is always consistent!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph Yose

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

10/10 Excellent

emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It had all the checkboxes I need: breakfast, coffee, car charger, comfy beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane

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

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Solid place, clean, breakfast was top notch!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and really nice customer service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole place was spotless and well-maintained. The staff on a holiday weekend was cordial and welcoming. I’ve stayed here several times and have always had a good experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Clean room, good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay Great breakfast Nice employees
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brittney, the general manager, Holiday Inn in Tuscaloosa, with the staff was great. The hotel was clean. It was in a safe location. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

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

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, cool and comfortable with very comfortable beds!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is good and the staff is 5 star.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, good location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, smells great, comfortable bed and pillows, friendly, convenient location to UA
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025