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avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel in Tuscaloosa with free breakfast and 24-hour fitness centre

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Exterior
Exterior
Fitness facility
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Free daily on-the-go breakfast

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Transfer Shower)

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Transfer Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Single Bed

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 Single Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Transfer Shower)

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Transfer Shower)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

South East Tuscaloosa, a neighbourhood in Tuscaloosa, is home to avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG. Paul W. Bryant Museum and Alabama Museum of Natural History are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Northwood Crossings and Northport Corners. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Bryant-Denny Stadium or Coleman Coliseum.
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Map
3924 McFarland Boulevard East, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35405

What's nearby

  • DCH Regional Medical Center - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • University of Alabama - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Coleman Coliseum - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Bryant-Denny Stadium - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Tuscaloosa River Walk - 7 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • Tuscaloosa Station - 6 min drive
  • Birmingham International Airport (BHM) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬1 min walk

About this property

avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG

Hotel near Bryant-Denny Stadium
Consider a stay at avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG and take advantage of free on-the-go breakfast, a 24-hour gym and a business centre. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • A 24-hour front desk, a nature reserve and smoke-free property
  • Coffee/tea in reception and a lift
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 87 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Mini fridges, free infant beds and heating

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift (172 centimetre wide door)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (86 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2023
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 and a smoke detector

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG?

As of 19 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG on 24 Aug 2025 start from AU$134.32, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG located?

Located in South East Tuscaloosa, this hotel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Bowlero Tuscaloosa, Veterans Memorial Park and DCH Regional Medical Center. Noland Hospital Tuscaloosa and Druid City Brewing Company are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 310 out of 394 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 394 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 394 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 394 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 394 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great place to stay! Best value, very clean, friendly professional staff, great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel and rooms were spotless. Beds and pillows were super comfortable. Staff was welcoming and professional. Wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property and the rooms were very clean. The staff was so friendly. The beds were very comfortable and they had a great simple breakfast served. The coffee was excellent. I enjoyed my stay and will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great clean hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for the family
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing! Rooms and every corner was clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay…Updated and very clean. Good breakfast offering. Convenient to Interstate and Tuscaloosa.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Amenities
The property was extremely clean and well equipped with anything you could need. Friendly and prompt service for check in and check out
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Karmessa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
New, modern and clean hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Desk was great property was very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Esther

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and clean rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
extremely clean seemed very sanitary
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean property held down by staff with big smiles and wanting to help!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room friendly staff will come back
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

YAN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, very good reception at the front desk, perfect experience, highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean quiet and convenient
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loretta

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice facility would definitely stay again. Breakfast attendant wasnt very friendly or nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff! The common areas and room were clean and well-maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mikel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Really good!

Really good stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

misty

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very modern and clean. The breakfast was great and the staff was professional. The only complaint if there were one, is the room is a little smaller than traditional hotel rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and the room was comfortable and clean. Great location with a good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

ronnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property, very clean staff super friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025