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Candlewood Suites Bessemer - Birmingham SW by IHG

2.5 star property

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Property amenity
1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Exterior
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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5430 Academy Way, Suite B, Bessemer, AL, 35022
  • Place, Lawson State Community College
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Bessemer Civic Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Alabama at Birmingham
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Birmingham, AL (BHM-Birmingham Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

  • 605 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications)

1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications)

  • 605 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 605 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Mobility Accessible)

  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 356 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications)

  • 356 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications)

Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher

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

  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Suite

  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Bessemer

Located in Bessemer, Candlewood Suites Bessemer - Birmingham SW by IHG is in the business district, within a 5-minute drive of Bessemer Civic Center and Lawson State Community College. .This hotel is 3.7 mi (6 km) from Alabama Splash Adventure and 10.9 mi (17.6 km) from Miles College.

What's nearby

  • Lawson State Community College - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Bessemer Civic Center - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Alabama Splash Adventure - 7 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Hoover Metropolitan Complex - 15 min drive - 16.7 miles
  • University of Alabama at Birmingham - 20 min drive - 23.4 miles

Getting around

  • Birmingham Station - 20 min drive
  • Birmingham International Airport (BHM) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Candlewood Suites Bessemer - Birmingham SW by IHG

Candlewood Suites Bessemer - Birmingham SW by IHG offers 59 accommodations with air conditioning. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Kitchens offer full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a fitness center.
Make yourself at home in one of the 59 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and stovetops. 50-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and microwaves.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an indoor pool and a fitness center.
Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Planning an event in Bessemer? This hotel has 1240 square feet (115 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Onsite venue - bar.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Business services

  • 1,240 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2024
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • LED lighting
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 150 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Up to 80 lbs per pet
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 150 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Candlewood Suites Bessemer - Birmingham SW by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 35 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay! Clean, staff was friendly, the breakfast was NEXT LEVEL.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shiquita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the option of breakfast as well as being able to cook in your own room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

paula

Bath towels a little small(cutting costs)? Need better plastic utensils Upgrade the food Staff was wonderful!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
EVERYONE at the property was among amazing. They were all so friendly and made us feel like family
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean.Staff was extremely friendly.Excellent breakfast options
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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4/10 Poor

Joe

Disliked: Staff & service
Maid service 1 time in 10 days!
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very pleased with everything about this stay. The property was exceptionally clean, and the breakfast was fantastic. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tadrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff during my check in was amazing. Both ladies were so helpful and friendly!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ronda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was AMAZING. I had to stay there before closing on a home.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Solid
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Leonard

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We were without water all day Thursday. We had to go some place for hygiene and water.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Whitney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and helpful. The breakfast was delicious with a good variety of items. My issue with our week long stay was the hotel is listed as non smoking. I guess that didn’t apply to weed. All day every day there were people sitting around the outdoor grilling area smoking pot. Which is fine you do you but our room was right above the are where they were constantly smoking and it’s all me and my small kids smelled the whole stay inside our room.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Over Priced

Broken glass on the kitchen floor and in the sink. Shower door would not stay closed. The pet fee was a bit extreme seeing as the condition and cleanliness of the room was obviously lacking in the first place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Lashundra

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Typically it’s a great experience. The last 2 visits were horrible. The visit before this one I was severely overcharged. This visit the room wasn’t too clean, I rushed to checkout starting at 7 AM, and I was exhausted. For this to be a new hotel the shower was full of rust. My original room wasn’t ready when I arrived after 3 PM. I need the owners information.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Lashundra

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The desk clerk had me as a no show and over charged me. She had me staying under another guest name and when I went to check out they couldn’t find me. I was charged a significant large amount when it was totaled to be much less than that when reserved days prior. She told me the price changed because the room I reserved was no longer available. Upon check out, no one ever booked the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Edwin E

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
La verdad tuve una muy mala experiencia 😩 no me a gustado
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ShirDonna

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Tammy

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Stayed 13 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025