With a stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG in Tuscaloosa (East Central Tuscaloosa), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Bryant-Denny Stadium and University of Alabama. .This hotel is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Bowlero Tuscaloosa and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Veterans Memorial Park.
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
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG offers 108 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
Make yourself at home in one of the 108 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and irons/ironing boards.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, a banquet hall, and a vending machine.
A complimentary full breakfast is included.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, a safe deposit box at the front desk, and an elevator. Planning an event in Tuscaloosa? This hotel has 980 square feet (91 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Guests are offered a complimentary full breakfast.
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 available
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
Cribs (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 May 01 to November 01
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 444 out of 588 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 94 out of 588 reviews
8 - Good
94
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 588 reviews
6 - Okay
24
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 588 reviews
4 - Poor
13
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 588 reviews
2 - Terrible
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
DENISE
Travelled with family
21 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
What a nice, clean hotel! Easy to get to from the interstate super easy check in. Staff very sweet..Affordable prices!! Rooms are Huge! Beds comfy. There is even Dove products in the bathrooms.Very nice touch. Breakfast was Delicious! And eating and serving area Super clean. We would Definitely stay here again. Oh, a hot cocoa bar set up in the lobby. Too cute. And with each cup of coffee you have FRESH coffee beans to grind! So many little touches you Do Not see in alot of hotels these days! Kudos to you Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University.
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.
The hotel was perfect! I loved the pre-game reception Friday night before the game, and the breakfast was fantastic!
The hotel was clean with a spacious room. It is conveniently located with Univeraity Mall and shuttle bus service across the street. Bed was comfortable, convenient free parking. Outdoor pool looked nice but it was too cold to swim.
Staff was very friendly and helpful. I would definitely stay here again.
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.