Location
The hotel is perfectly located in the vibrant Southside in the heart of Downtown Birmingham, adjacent to the University of Alabama in Birmingham campus and only two blocks from UAB Medical Center. It is within walking distance of the antique shops, eclectic dining, and exciting nightlife in Five Points South Historic District. Guests may visit the Jazz Hall of Fame, Birmingham Zoo, exquisite antebellum homes, the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame, Vulcan Park, many fine museums, theatres and Rickwood Field - America's oldest standing baseball park. Birmingham International Airport (BHM) is a quick 20 minutes to the east.
Facilities
The hotel has 298 rooms and 3 suites, which are located on 14 storeys and are reachable by lift. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour reception desk are happy to answer any questions. Amenities include a cloakroom, baggage storage service, safe and cash machine. Wireless internet access (no extra charge) allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. A number of shops, including a supermarket, are great for shopping or just browsing. Additional amenities include a newspaper stand and a TV room. Parking spaces are available to guests travelling by car (for a fee). Other services include a transfer service, room service, a laundry service, a coin-operated laundry and a hotel shuttle bus. Complimentary newspapers are available.
Rooms
Air conditioning and individually adjustable heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. All rooms are carpeted and have a double bed or a king-size bed. Valuables can be securely stored in a safe. Guests will also find a tea/coffee station included among the standard features. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, a stereo system and WiFi (for a fee) are provided as well. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub, as well as a hairdryer. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has family rooms and 250 non-smoking rooms.
Sports/Entertainment
The outdoor pool complex provides invigorating refreshment. Comfortable sun loungers are available on the terrace. The hot tub in the pool area promises pure relaxation. There are many ways to relax or stay active at the hotel, including tennis, a gym, aerobics and a spa.
Meals
Various dining options are available, including a café and a bar. The restaurant has air conditioning and high chairs for children. A wide variety of dishes are served at all three main mealtimes. Guests can enjoy lunch and dinner as a set menu.
Payment
The following credit cards are accepted: American Express, VISA, JCB and MasterCard.
Newspaper kiosk
Small supermarket
Shops
Bar(s)
Restaurant(s)
Restaurant(s) with air conditioning
Restaurant(s) with high-chairs
Conference Room
Internet access
WLAN access
Room Service
Laundry Service
Car Park
TV Room
Laundry Facilities
Pets
Air conditioning
24-hour reception
Hotel Safe
Cloakroom
Lifts
Café