Historic Hotels in Birmingham, AL

Birmingham, Alabama is a busy city of about 230,000 people according to their official website. Within the city of Birmingham, there are many sites to see including the Birmingham Zoo, Vulcan Park and the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Since it is in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, Birmingham is a perfect place for the outdoor enthusiast. There are many opportunities for hiking including hiking in Alabama's largest state park known as Oak Mountain State Park, the 1,000-acre Ruffner Mountain nature preserve, the 25,000 acres of Alabama's Sipsey Wilderness Area in the Bankhead National Forest or the 250-acre Moss Rock Preserve that has around 10 miles of hiking footpaths. Lake Neely Henry, Lake Logan Martin, Smith Lake and Bankhead Reservoir all offer opportunities for fishing while Rickwood Caverns offers swimming, camping and hiking in underground caves. For those who enjoy biking, there is a trail loop that is 17 miles long in Oak Mountain State Park. While there are many outdoor activities, there are also old and beautiful hotels in Birmingham.

The Tutwiler Hotel

The Tutwiler Hotel is a 13-floor, 114-room establishment that was opened in 1914 according to their official website. The Tutwiler Hotel features wireless high-speed Internet, cable TV with over 80 channels, an Executive Center with two computers and a printer available, a fitness center where each machine is equipped with its very own television and FM radio, a Suite Shop where candy and other items are offered for sale and The Tutwiler restaurant.

The Tutwiler Hotel
2021 Park Place
Birmingham, Alabama 35203
(205) 322-2100
thetutwilerhotel.com

Redmont Hotel

The Redmont Hotel is a 14-floor, 114-room boutique hotel. The Redmont Hotel offers wireless Internet access, cable TV, a business center and a restaurant called The Redmont Café. The Redmont Hotel also lays claim to the only rooftop bar in Birmingham called Above.

Redmont Hotel
2101 Fifth Ave. N.
Birmingham, Alabama 35203
(205) 324-2101
theredmont.com

Hotel Highland

The Hotel Highland is a 63-room, eight-floor boutique hotel found in the middle of downtown Birmingham. According to their official website, The Hotel Highland was established in 1931 and formerly called Pickwick Hotel and Suites. The Hotel Highland features cable TV, breakfast service and the H Martini Bar.

Hotel Highland
1023 20th St. S.
Birmingham, Alabama 35205
(205) 933-9555
thehotelhighland.com

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Article Written By Ben Sandler

Ben Sandler has been writing since 2009, and has articles published on websites like eHow and Answerbag. He attended the University of California, Santa Cruz and holds a Bachelor of Arts in psychology. He returned to his hometown of San Diego to continue researching and studying his interests.

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