Best Cheap Hotels in Birmingham, Jefferson County, Alabama, United States of America
Cheap hotels in Birmingham, AL: 10 checked stays with addresses, phones, check-in times, parking and pet rules. Compare areas and save on extras.
Sammie O
Looking for cheap hotels in Birmingham, Alabama? Start with the facts. We rechecked every hotel on our old list in November 2026 and found all ten still open under the same names. Most belong to mid-range or upscale brands, so true bargains take some work. We do not quote nightly rates here because rates change daily. Instead, this guide gives addresses, phone numbers, check-in times, real amenities, and the fees to watch. Use the Expedia link below to compare current prices for your dates.
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Where to Stay in Birmingham, AL
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Redmont Hotel Birmingham, Curio Collection by Hilton
The Redmont stands at 2101 Fifth Avenue North in the downtown core. One listing gives the phone as 205-957-6829, but we found only one source for the number, so confirm before you dial. Check-in starts at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
The hotel has 120 rooms across 14 floors. Guests get free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour gym, a rooftop terrace, a coffee shop, and Harvest Restaurant and Bar. Valet parking costs extra, and breakfast carries a surcharge. Pets are not allowed, except service animals.
Listings place the Alabama Theater and the Birmingham Museum of Art within a short walk. The Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex also sits close by. This is a good pick for a downtown stay without a car.
The Kelly Birmingham, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
The Kelly is at 2027 First Avenue North. We did not find a confirmed phone number, so use the number on your booking confirmation. Check-in starts at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. The minimum check-in age is 21.
Rooms include free Wi-Fi, and the hotel offers a restaurant, a bar, a 24-hour front desk, and valet parking for a fee. Cooked-to-order breakfast also costs extra. One listing says the fitness room was closed for a set period in 2025, so ask whether the gym is open now.
Our old post placed this hotel near the Southern Museum of Flight. We could not confirm a walking link. Listings do show the Alabama Theater, UAB, and the Birmingham Museum of Art within a walk of roughly ten to fifteen minutes.
Hilton Birmingham Downtown at UAB
This Hilton is at 808 20th Street South. An older listing gives the phone as 205-933-9000, but the details on the older page look dated, so treat the number as unconfirmed. Check-in starts at 4:00 PM and check-out comes before noon.
Guests get free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness center, a seasonal outdoor pool, an on-site restaurant, and a 24-hour business center. Covered self-parking costs extra. The hotel lists a free area shuttle and a free airport shuttle on request. Dogs and cats are allowed, with a limit of two.
The University of Alabama at Birmingham campus and UAB Hospital sit within a short walk, per travel listings. This makes the hotel handy for hospital visits and campus events.
Hotels in Homewood, Alabama
Homewood is a separate city beside Birmingham. Four of our hotels sit here. Listings show the Birmingham Zoo, the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, and Vulcan Park within a short drive or walk of the group.
Valley Hotel Homewood Birmingham, Curio Collection by Hilton
The Valley Hotel stands at 2727 18th Street South. The phone is 205-354-0171 in one listing. Check-in starts at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Guests receive smart-lock access details, so tell the hotel if you will arrive after 6:00 PM.
The hotel has 129 rooms, a fitness center, a business center, a terrace, an on-site restaurant, and a bar. Free Wi-Fi comes with every stay, and an electric vehicle charging station is on site. Parking costs extra. Pets are not allowed, except service animals.
Nearby spots include Jack’s, SoHo Social, and The Grocery Brewpub, each a short walk away. Vulcan Park and Museum and the Birmingham Zoo are farther on foot.
Aloft Birmingham Soho Square
Aloft is at 1903 29th Avenue South in Homewood. Reservations run through the toll-free line 855-245-9092. Check-in starts at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM.
The hotel has 111 rooms on five floors, an indoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, a lobby fireplace, and a bar. Wi-Fi is free in rooms. Dogs and cats are welcome, with a limit of two pets and 40 pounds each, and a nightly pet fee applies. One listing says the indoor pool will close for a short period in November 2026, so ask before you book.
SoHo Social and Big Bad Breakfast are about a one-minute walk away, per one listing. The Birmingham Zoo is a short walk, and the Birmingham Botanical Gardens are a short drive.
Embassy Suites by Hilton Birmingham
Embassy Suites stands at 2300 Woodcrest Place. Call 205-879-7400. Check-in starts at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Every suite has two rooms. Guests get free made-to-order breakfast and a free evening reception. Both can cut your food costs on a family trip. The hotel also has an indoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and a business center. Self-parking costs extra. Dogs and cats are allowed, with a limit of two, and restrictions apply. No airport shuttle runs here.
Ruth’s Chris Steak House is next door. Listings put UAB, Vulcan Park and Museum, and the Birmingham Zoo within a short drive or walk.
Four Points by Sheraton Birmingham Homewood
This hotel stands at 492 Wildwood Circle North. The phone is 205-942-6070 in one listing. The hotel opened after a conversion renovation in December 2019, per a trade news release. Check-in starts at 3:00 PM and check-out is at noon. The minimum check-in age is 21.
The hotel has 108 rooms, an indoor pool, a fitness center, free Wi-Fi, a business center, and free self-parking. Kems Lounge serves American food. Breakfast costs extra. Pets are not allowed, except service animals.
Free parking makes this one of the better picks if you want to hold costs down.
Hotels near Riverchase Galleria
Many visitors want a base near shopping and the interstate. One hotel on our list connects directly to the Riverchase Galleria mall.
Hyatt Regency Birmingham The Wynfrey Hotel
The Wynfrey is at 1000 Riverchase Galleria. Call 205-705-1234. Check-in starts at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. The minimum check-in age is 21.
The hotel connects to the Riverchase Galleria mall. Guests get free Wi-Fi, a health club, a seasonal outdoor pool, a bar, and an on-site restaurant. One listing names Merk’s Tavern and Kitchen. Parking costs extra. Pets are allowed, with limits, and a fee applies. Ask for the pool dates before you pack swimsuits.
Aldridge Gardens and the Cahaba River sit a short drive away, per one listing. Oak Mountain State Park lies within about six miles.
Hotels Near the Airport
Travelers with early flights often search for hotels near the airport. One hotel on our list fits this need.
Holiday Inn Birmingham-Airport
This Holiday Inn is at 5000 Richard Arrington Jr Boulevard North. Call 205-909-1999. Check-in runs from 3:00 PM to midnight, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out costs extra.
The hotel offers a free airport shuttle on request, free Wi-Fi, a gym, a game room, and Steel City Bar and Grill. Breakfast carries a surcharge. Only service animals may stay.
Reviews mention renovations, and one review from July 2026 says the pool was closed. Listings show a seasonal outdoor pool. Call and ask about the pool and any work in progress. The Birmingham Museum of Art and the Southern Museum of Flight sit a short drive away, per one listing.
Hotels in Trussville
Trussville suits travelers who prefer free parking and chain restaurants over a city address.
Courtyard Birmingham Trussville
Courtyard is at 3665 Roosevelt Boulevard. We did not find a confirmed phone number, so use the number on your booking confirmation. Check-in starts at 4:00 PM and runs to 2:00 AM. Check-out is at noon.
The hotel has an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, free Wi-Fi, and The Bistro. Cooked-to-order breakfast costs extra. Parking is free, including space for RVs and trucks. The hotel has two meeting rooms. Pets are not allowed, except service animals.
Listings place the Southern Museum of Flight and the Birmingham Race Course Casino a short drive away. The drive to downtown varies by listing, so check a map before you book.
How to Find Cheap Hotels in Birmingham
Cheap hotels in Birmingham are rare among our ten picks, because most carry upscale or mid-range brands. You can still lower your bill. Start with these steps.
Add up the extras. Several hotels charge for parking, and a few charge for breakfast. Embassy Suites includes breakfast and an evening reception, which can save money for families. Four Points and Courtyard offer free parking. The Holiday Inn offers a free airport shuttle.
Compare rates on the Expedia link above, then call the hotel. Ask about refundable rates, weekday rates, and event dates. Birmingham hosts games at Protective Stadium and shows at the Alabama Theater, and nights near events often cost more.
Pick your area by plan. Choose downtown for museums and theaters. Choose Homewood for restaurants and the zoo. Choose the Galleria for shopping. Choose Trussville or the airport area for easy driving and parking.
Things to Do Near Birmingham Hotels
Travel listings name many sights near these hotels. Downtown offers the Alabama Theater, the Birmingham Museum of Art, the Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame, and the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute. Regions Field and the McWane Science Center also appear on lists for the UAB area.
Near Homewood, you can visit Vulcan Park and Museum, the Birmingham Zoo, and the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Samford University also sits close by. Farther out, Oak Mountain State Park and the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum draw visitors. Check opening hours before you go.
What We Checked and What We Could Not
We checked each hotel against at least two independent sources, including travel listings and trade pages. We found no closures or rebrands among the ten. The Four Points in Homewood did convert to its current brand in 2019, per a trade news release.
We could not confirm phone numbers for The Kelly and the Courtyard. We treat the Redmont and Hilton UAB numbers as single-source. Some listings show different drive times to the airport, so we give no exact figure. Pool and gym closures change often, so ask at the front desk. We list no prices. Confirm every detail by phone before you pay.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best cheap hotels in Birmingham, Alabama?
Most hotels on our list are mid-range or upscale brands. For value, look at Embassy Suites for free breakfast, Four Points and Courtyard for free parking, and the Holiday Inn for its free airport shuttle. Compare current rates for your dates before you book.
Where should I stay in Birmingham for the Civil Rights sites?
Downtown hotels such as the Redmont and The Kelly sit close to the Alabama Theater and the Birmingham Museum of Art. Listings also place the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute within about fifteen minutes of the Redmont.
Which Birmingham hotels allow pets?
Aloft Birmingham Soho Square, Embassy Suites, Hilton Birmingham Downtown at UAB, and the Hyatt Regency Wynfrey allow pets with limits and fees. The Redmont, Valley Hotel, Four Points, Courtyard, and Holiday Inn allow service animals only. Policies change, so call first.
Which Birmingham hotel offers free breakfast?
Embassy Suites by Hilton Birmingham lists free made-to-order breakfast and a free evening reception. Most other hotels here charge for breakfast.
Are there hotels near Birmingham airport?
Yes. The Holiday Inn Birmingham-Airport lists a free airport shuttle on request. Hilton UAB also lists a free airport shuttle on request. Confirm shuttle hours when you book.
Which Birmingham hotels have free parking?
Four Points Homewood and Courtyard Trussville list free parking. Several downtown hotels charge for parking, so ask about fees before you arrive.
Is the Hyatt Regency Wynfrey connected to the mall?
Yes. The hotel connects to the Riverchase Galleria and sits at 1000 Riverchase Galleria.
Conclusion
Cheap hotels in Birmingham take some digging, but the city offers solid choices in every area. Pick downtown for culture, Homewood for dining, the Galleria for shopping, or Trussville and the airport for easy driving. Compare rates on Expedia, then call to confirm pools, gyms, parking, and pet rules. We list no prices, so check the final total before you pay.
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