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Featured University Area Hotels

Hotel Capstone
Hotel Capstone
3 out of 5
320 Paul W Bryant Dr, Tuscaloosa, AL
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Beautiful property that needs a little bit of care in a few areas as itnis an older building but as a whole, it is full of southern charm. Roll Tide!"

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

Hotel Capstone
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University
3 out of 5
3920 McFarland Blvd. E, Tuscaloosa, AL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,164 reviews)
"Good place to stay, Staff was excellent"

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tuscaloosa University Area
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tuscaloosa University Area
3 out of 5
2816 Mcfarland Blvd E, Tuscaloosa, AL
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Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (412 reviews)
"Great environment great people love the breakfast"

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tuscaloosa University Area
Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown by IHG
Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown by IHG
3.5 out of 5
111 Greensboro Avenue, Tuscaloosa, AL
Fully refundable
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Location was great"

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2025

Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown by IHG
Residence Inn by Marriott Tuscaloosa
Residence Inn by Marriott Tuscaloosa
3 out of 5
211 RICE MINE ROAD LOOP, Tuscaloosa, AL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the spacious rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (353 reviews)
"This property was nice, clean and convenient"

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2025

Residence Inn by Marriott Tuscaloosa
Best Western University Inn
Best Western University Inn
2.5 out of 5
3801 Mcfarland Blvd E, Tuscaloosa, AL
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Very enjoyable stay."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

Best Western University Inn
Ramada by Wyndham Tuscaloosa
Ramada by Wyndham Tuscaloosa
2.5 out of 5
631 Skyland Blvd E, Tuscaloosa, AL
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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (821 reviews)
"Room clean service was great just wish we had a trash can in another room and not just the bathroom"

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Tuscaloosa
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG
2.5 out of 5
6350 Interstate Drive, Cottondale, AL
Fully refundable
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cottondale. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (362 reviews)
"Nice facilities, friendly staff."

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG
Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown near University
Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown near University
2.5 out of 5
2285 JACK WARNER PKWY, Tuscaloosa, AL
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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Overall, the guests and breakfast service were the highlight of this property. The staff were all very professional and created a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere. The only issue I encountered was the condition of the pool—it was very green and dirty, making it unusable during my stay. I hope ..."

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2025

Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown near University
Homewood Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Downtown
Homewood Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Downtown
3 out of 5
2451 JACK WARNER PARKWAY WEST, Tuscaloosa, AL
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (550 reviews)
"Love the huge room!"

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2025

Homewood Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Downtown
Spark by Hilton Tuscaloosa University
Spark by Hilton Tuscaloosa University
2.5 out of 5
4541 Jug Factory Ln, Tuscaloosa, AL
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Stay at this hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (53 reviews)
Very clean hotel!!!
"We stayed here for a family vacation. The hotel is very clean. The rooms are very clean.The staff is very friendly and good customer service. The overall stay was very pleasant."

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2025

Spark by Hilton Tuscaloosa University
Greystone Inn and Suites
Greystone Inn and Suites
2.5 out of 5
11170 Will Walker Road, Vance, AL
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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Vance. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Comfortable stay. Liked the cookies and drinks upon arrival."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

Greystone Inn and Suites
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Hotels in University Area

Tuscaloosa is a city that has a lot going on, but you have your sights set on University Area. This part of town is perfect for what you want to be doing, and that is everything that is not on everyone’s radar. For all that University Area has going on, you’ll still need a place to crash, eventually. But you don’t want any old shack, you need something that fits the trip. We have a slew of University Area hotels that will do the trick.

A beautiful day in the neighborhood

As much as you like getting out there, it’s also good to know a part of Tuscaloosa so well you’ll be telling the tourists where to go. Make friends with the concierge or be bold and chat up a local. It’s your trip, so choose your own adventure. And when you get in at night, you’ll have a comfy room and plenty of amenities to help you settle in. Call a friend and spin tales from the University Area underground. What’s a journey without a good story to go with it?

Beyond the block

We’re not talking about the University Area city block. We’re talking about looking beyond that block of hotels you always focus on. We give you tons of ways to sort our stash of University Area cheap hotels. And if you feel like living a little, but not killing your vacation vibes, choose the Hotwire Hot Rate deal. Filter by:

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  • Amenities: Rooftop lounge, designer furniture, 24-7 room service, and everything else you look for to live it up large.

Find the University Area hotel you want, book it, and never look back. Because your great escape is ahead of you.