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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG

2.5 star property

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A modern hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a large flat-screen TV, and wooden ceiling beams.
An outdoor patio with a built-in fire feature, blue seating, and a table.
A reception desk with a sign reading 'Holiday Inn Express' and a 'IHG Rewards' sign.
Free full breakfast
A Holiday Inn Express building with a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a landscaped front yard.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is $131
$114 nightly
$131 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jul 11 - Jul 12

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1120 Veterans Memorial Pkwy, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35404
  • Place, Veterans Memorial Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Coleman Coliseum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Paul W. Bryant Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 336 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub, Non Smoking (Communications)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 408 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(66 reviews)
  • 336 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(45 reviews)
  • 336 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking (Communications Accessible)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub, Non Smoking (Communications) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, Multiple Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Accessible Bathtub, Non Smoking (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible Bathtub, Non Smoking (Communications)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Tuscaloosa

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 - 0.5 miles
  • Bowlero Tuscaloosa - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Druid City Brewing Company - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Coleman Coliseum - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Paul W. Bryant Museum - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Tuscaloosa Station - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪7 Brew Coffee - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Foosackly's - ‬13 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 business center, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk. 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 transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • 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

  • 24-hour business center
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

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
Express 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

Property 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

Property is also known as

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 476 out of 631 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 102 out of 631 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 631 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 631 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 631 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, kind staff, quiet - easy access with tons of dining/shopping options very nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and very clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was nice and the hotel was very clean. The staff was pleasant, and the breakfast the next morning was delicious!!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, hot water, nice beds. Everything you expect when you have to stay away from home. They had a hot chocolate bar and my son absolutely loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kerrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and comfortable. The breakfast was amazing! Will stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Colnitra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room & comfortable beds!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great and the staff friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph Yose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean, great staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean facility from entry to room to breakfast area. Courteous staff, and quiet area.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, very accommodating Clean room well stocked
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious room and a good breakfast. Holiday Inn Express is always consistent!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was very clean. Staff was warm and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It had all the checkboxes I need: breakfast, coffee, car charger, comfy beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph Yose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was really clean, and the staff was super friendly. I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. All our expectations were met over the weekend while participating in the Kentuck Festival.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Solid place, clean, breakfast was top notch!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025