Five Points West, AL
Birmingham
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Popular places to visit

University of Alabama at Birmingham
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at University of Alabama at Birmingham as part of your travels around Birmingham. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

UAB Hospital
Though UAB Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Birmingham while you are here.

Barber Motorsports Park
Watch cars speed around the twisty track and admire vintage motorcycles in the museum at Alabama’s motoring hub.

The Summit
You can enjoy retail therapy at The Summit during your trip to Birmingham. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.

Birmingham Zoo
Why not see the exotic and native animals who live at Birmingham Zoo during your travels in Birmingham? In the area, take in the entertainment choices and mountain views.

Sloss Furnaces
Delve into the industrial history of Alabama at this hulking factory ruin, where generations of workers once toiled.
Things to do

Banshees of Birmingham Ghost Tour: The Furnace of the Forgotten
Five Points West Hotel Deals

Comfort Inn & Suites at CrossPlex Village
"Everything about the place was just perfect"
Reviewed on May 16, 2026

Red Roof Inn Birmingham South
"I would like to rate the place higher because the property is pretty nice, but my room absolutely stank of weed. Aside from that... 1) the room is well equipped and modern 2) no breakfast bar or restaurant, and there is not much nearby (the only places you can walk to are on the other side of a four-lane ..."
Reviewed on May 20, 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Hoover Birmingham
"Room was clean but could be better."
Reviewed on May 20, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Hoover
"Nice room and breakfast! Ample safe parking! Nice location!"
Reviewed on May 18, 2026

Comfort Inn Birmingham Homewood
"This was a last minute booking for me, overall not a bad area. Not a lot of food options."
Reviewed on May 19, 2026

Embassy Suites Hotel Birmingham
"The suite was very spacious as was the bathroom. The breakfast was excellent. the building needed some work ie. refreshing the paint on doors and walls in the corridors. The bathroom shower was the worst. There was mold in the shower and the shower curtain ended two inches abve the side of the shower ..."
Reviewed on May 20, 2026
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Other neighborhoods around Five Points West

Glen Iris
Glen Iris might not have many top sights, but Regions Field and Alys Robinson Stephens Performing Arts Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Civil Rights Historic District
Civil Rights Historic District is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Birmingham Civil Rights Institute and Alabama Theater while you're in town.

Downtown Birmingham
Downtown Birmingham is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to McWane Science Center and Regions Field while you're in town.

Sand Ridge
If you're spending some time in Sand Ridge, RTJ Golf Trail at Oxmoor Valley and Red Mountain Park are top sights worth seeing.

Northside
If you're spending some time in Northside, Protective Stadium and Birmingham Museum of Art are top sights worth seeing.

Five Points South
Unique features of Five Points South include the theaters and live music. Make a stop by Regions Field or Vulcan Statue while you're exploring the area.
