Tuscaloosa, Alabama Hotels

Tuscaloosa is a historic central Alabama town. It is the home of the University of Alabama, as well as a good spot for fishing and boating on local lakes. The city also provides easy access to the deep pine forests that are characteristic of the state. The presence of the university gives Tuscaloosa a good choice of hotels, making it a good base for enjoying the area's outdoor activities.

Hotel Capstone

This three-star hotel is in the midst of the University of Alabama campus, making it the natural choice for those whose main reason for being in Tuscaloosa is to visit the home of the famed Crimson Tide. Every room comes with cable TV, complimentary bottled water and free Wi-Fi access. Free newspapers are available in the lobby, and the hotel comes with a restaurant, fitness center and outdoor swimming pool.

Hotel Capstone
320 Paul Bryant Drive
Tuscaloosa, Alabama 35401
Tel: (800) 477-2262
hotelcapstone.com

Courtyard by Marriott

One of the big pluses of this 78-room hotel is that it is right off of Interstate 59, making for easy access to a hike or river trip. Their cafe serves breakfast for an early start, and free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. There is an indoor pool with Jacuzzi and a small fitness center.

4115 Courtney Drive
Tuscaloosa, Alabama 35405
Tel: (205) 750-8384
marriott.com/hotels/travel/tclcy-courtyard-tuscaloosa/

Jameson Inn

The Jameson Inn also has easy access to the highway; it is situated just across the I-59 interchange from the Courtyard by Marriott. All rooms come with reclining chairs, cable TVs, mini-refrigerators and microwaves. The hotel has a fitness center and swimming pool. The cafe serves only breakfast, but that includes Belgian waffles.

5021 Oscar Baxter Drive
Tuscaloosa, Alabama 35405
Tel: (205) 345-5024
jamesoninns.com

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