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A hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a check-in counter.

A fire pit surrounded by stone, with outdoor furniture and a pool in the background.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a fireplace.

1. Residence Inn Florence Marriott

East Florence, 1.9 km from Children's Museum of the Shoals

Aaron

￥19,920

￥22,908 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A snack bar with shelves of snacks and a refrigerator with beverages.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window with a view, and a wall-mounted lamp.

A Hampton Inn hotel with a modern design, featuring a spacious entrance and a well-lit facade.

A gym with cardio machines, weight benches, and a wall-mounted medicine ball rack.

2. Hampton Inn Florence Midtown near University of North Alabama

1.7 km from Children's Museum of the Shoals

Louise

￥20,766

￥23,881 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a countertop with various appliances, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a wall-mounted light fixture, and a framed picture.

A reception area with two wooden reception desks, a blue rug, and a modern interior design.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a prominent entrance, multiple flags, and a landscaped area with a fountain.

3. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites FLORENCE NORTHEAST by IHG

2.6 km from Children's Museum of the Shoals

Claudia

￥18,486

￥21,259 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

An indoor swimming pool with tiled steps and a sunlit room with chairs and a window.

A hotel room with a blue sofa, a bed with a red blanket, a desk with a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with sofas and armchairs, and a patterned carpet.

A spacious lobby with large windows, comfortable seating, and a patterned carpet.

4. Comfort Suites Florence Shoals Area

2.4 km from Children's Museum of the Shoals

Chadwick

￥15,171

￥17,447 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A blue mat with the text "Baymont Inn & Suites" on a wooden floor.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a desk, and a chair.

A dining area with a long table and chairs, a kitchen area with appliances, and a sign on the wall.

A row of white motel buildings with blue doors, a Baymont sign, and a parking lot.

5. Baymont by Wyndham Florence/Muscle Shoals

2 km from Children's Museum of the Shoals

Kimberly

￥12,111

￥13,928 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A reception area with a counter, a television, and a door labeled "EMPLOYEES ONLY".

A modern bathroom with a marble wall, a bathtub, and a shower area.

A hotel room with two beds, a television mounted on the wall, and a window with blinds.

A building with a 'OPEN' sign, a door, windows, and a stone facade.

6. Budget Inn & Suites

East Florence, 2.9 km from Children's Museum of the Shoals

Randy

￥8,399

￥9,323 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A hotel with a large pool area, a water tower, and a dome structure.

A spacious living area with large windows, a central coffee table, sofas, and armchairs.

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, two sinks, a bathtub, a shower, and a fireplace.

A hotel with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a waterfall feature.

7. Renaissance Shoals Resort & Spa

East Florence, 4 km from Children's Museum of the Shoals

RICHARD

￥46,029

￥52,933 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a balcony.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and two lamps.

A hotel room with a teal accent wall, a sofa, a wooden coffee table, a bed with white linens, and two bedside lamps.

A Best Western Plus hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

8. Best Western Plus Tuscumbia Muscle Shoals Hotel and Suites

16 km from Children's Museum of the Shoals

Misty

￥18,568

￥20,332 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, a painting, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A reception area with a reception desk, a blue sofa, and a coffee station.

A restaurant with booths and tables, a counter with a blue tiled backsplash, and a door in the background.

A kitchen with blue tiles, a coffee machine, and a sink.

9. Days Inn by Wyndham Muscle Shoals Florence

11.8 km from Children's Museum of the Shoals

Antonio

￥11,740

￥13,032 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

A swimming pool with a clear view of the sunset, surrounded by lounge chairs and a red umbrella.

A spacious kitchen with a dining area, wooden flooring, and a view of the outdoors.

A spacious room with a wooden floor, a reception desk, a clock, and a kitchen area with cabinets and appliances.

A hotel room with a bed, a large mirror, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a nightstand with a lamp.

10. Lake View Inn & Suites

7.5 km from Children's Museum of the Shoals

Kim

￥9,676

￥10,741 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a blue chair, and a wooden bench.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a TV, a sofa, and a view of greenery outside.

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a reception desk, and a parking lot.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, an air conditioning unit, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

11. Comfort Inn & Suites Tuscumbia - Muscle Shoals

14.3 km from Children's Museum of the Shoals

Jose

￥18,491

￥20,525 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with chairs, a small kitchenette, and a TV.

A hotel reception area with a green sofa, a wooden reception desk, and a television on a cabinet.

A swimming pool with a white fence, lounge chairs, and a sign for the Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham.

A living room with a sofa, two stools, a small table, and a kitchenette area.

12. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscumbia/Muscle Shoals

14.5 km from Children's Museum of the Shoals

Lisa

￥11,190

￥12,421 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

A spacious interior with a central staircase, a chandelier, and a view to the outdoors.

A hotel room with two beds, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a TV, and wall-mounted lights.

A modern dining area with wooden tables and benches, green chairs, and pendant lighting.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a green carpet, and a large window providing a view.

13. Spark by Hilton Tuscumbia Muscle Shoals

15.2 km from Children's Museum of the Shoals

Dante

￥13,207

￥14,659 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A spacious lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and large windows.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

A modern outdoor seating area with sofas and a coffee table, large windows, and a brick wall.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and free weights.

14. Clarion Inn Sheffield Muscle Shoals

9.1 km from Children's Museum of the Shoals

Bob

￥12,861

￥14,435 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A reception area with a reception desk, a seating area with chairs and a table, a plant, a lamp, a bulletin board, and a window with a view of the outside.

A two-story building with a balcony, labeled "LOBBY," featuring a porch and a green awning.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a window with striped valance.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

15. Keywest Inn - Tuscumbia/Muscle Shoals

14.5 km from Children's Museum of the Shoals

Casey

￥10,722

￥11,901 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 29 - Aug 30

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a separate sitting area, a bathtub, and a view of the outdoors.

A laundromat with washers and dryers, and a vending machine stocked with snacks and drinks.

A modern kitchen with dark wooden cabinets, a round table, and red chairs.

A building with a symmetrical facade, featuring a central entrance flanked by two arched doorways, a small tower-like structure on the roof, and a series of lights along the top edge.

16. Red Roof Inn Muscle Shoals

12 km from Children's Museum of the Shoals

Matt

￥12,513

￥13,889 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

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Compare popular hotels close to Children's Museum of the Shoals

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Residence Inn Florence Marriott	9.2 Wonderful 367 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Florence Midtown near University of North Alabama	9.0 Wonderful 568 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites FLORENCE NORTHEAST by IHG	9.0 Wonderful 639 reviews	View
Comfort Suites Florence Shoals Area	8.8 Excellent 855 reviews	View
Baymont by Wyndham Florence/Muscle Shoals	7.2 Good 975 reviews	View

Top Children's Museum of the Shoals Hotel Reviews

GunRunner Boutique Hotel

8/10 Good

"Great service from bar staff. Room was great although it wasn’t what I booked on Expedia. A switch when I got the checkin code in email. Had a great time overall"

Renaissance Shoals Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"The place is beautiful! Would recommend to anyone!"

Baymont by Wyndham Florence/Muscle Shoals

8/10 Good

"Could have been cleaner. Broken curtains"

Loft in the Heart of Downtown — steps away from Pickett, UNA, Dining, Shops

10/10 Excellent

"This loft is great! Just like the pictures, coazy, clean, beautiful windows with an amazing view of downtown, easy walk to all the shops and restaurants. The host was great, check and and check out were a breeze. We stayed here while moving our daughter into the dorms on campus, which is just a few minutes away. My family can't wait to stay here again when we come for football games and other visits! I have been using VRBO for years and this stands out as the best experience I have ever had! 5 stars across the board!"

Residence Inn Florence Marriott

8/10 Good

"Clean room, parking, staff"

ReNew At JW's & bring your Dog too!

10/10 Excellent

"The yard was perfect for our pooch! Home was neat and tidy as well as welcoming. Host was gracious and easy to speak with. All questions answered immediately. Would definitely recommend and come back!!"

Lagniappe in Florence

10/10 Excellent

"Was in Florence for a couple of days and had a wonderful stay here. Incredible kitchen, very clean and nice updated bathrooms. The house was very quiet and the host went above and beyond . Even replaced a Keurig machine that wasn’t working on the same day! Would definitely stay here again."

Boat Parking • Shore Power • Dog-Friendly Cottage

10/10 Excellent

"The place was just what we needed for our weeks’ stay in Florence. The house was facilities were perfect. We enjoyed Wilson and Wheeler Lakes. The host made sure our needs were met and we were comfortable."

Other attractions near Children's Museum of the Shoals

Deibert Park

8.6/10 (43 reviews)

After visiting Deibert Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Florence. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's live music.

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Larimore Home

7.4/10 (10 reviews)

Find out about the history of Florence when you take a trip to Larimore Home. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's live music.

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Regency Square Mall

7.8/10 (96 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Regency Square Mall during your visit to Florence. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's live music.

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Cox Creek Tennis Center

Catch an event at Cox Creek Tennis Center during your trip to North Florence.

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Blackberry Trail Golf Course

7.8/10 (22 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Florence at Blackberry Trail Golf Course. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's live music.

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Tom Braly Stadium

Catch an event at Tom Braly Stadium during your trip to Florence. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Shoals Conference Center

6.4/10 (10 reviews)

Shoals Conference Center is just one of the places to see in Florence, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's live music.

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River Heritage Park

9.0/10 (16 reviews)

After visiting River Heritage Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Florence. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's live music.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Children's Museum of the Shoals?

Children's Museum of the Shoals is located in a walkable area of Florence that travelers like for its riverfront and live music. You'll find 103 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Children's Museum of the Shoals?

Renaissance Shoals Resort & Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this resort offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. It's located 2.5 mi (4 km) from Children's Museum of the Shoals. Other good choices within 5 miles include The Stricklin Hotel and Comfort Suites Florence Shoals Area.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Children's Museum of the Shoals?

Expedia has 103 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Children's Museum of the Shoals.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Children's Museum of the Shoals, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Children's Museum of the Shoals.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Children's Museum of the Shoals?

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What can I see and do near Children's Museum of the Shoals?

Study the collections at Pope's Tavern Museum, Indian Mound and Museum, or W.C. Handy Home. Learn about local history at Kennedy-Douglass Center for the Arts and Larimore Home. Get outside and spend some time strolling around River Heritage Park, Florence Municipal Park, and Deibert Park.

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Our top choices for Children's Museum of the Shoals hotels

1. Residence Inn Florence Marriott

2. Hampton Inn Florence Midtown near University of North Alabama

3. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites FLORENCE NORTHEAST by IHG

4. Comfort Suites Florence Shoals Area

5. Baymont by Wyndham Florence/Muscle Shoals

6. Budget Inn & Suites

7. Renaissance Shoals Resort & Spa

8. Best Western Plus Tuscumbia Muscle Shoals Hotel and Suites

9. Days Inn by Wyndham Muscle Shoals Florence

10. Lake View Inn & Suites

11. Comfort Inn & Suites Tuscumbia - Muscle Shoals

12. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscumbia/Muscle Shoals

13. Spark by Hilton Tuscumbia Muscle Shoals

14. Clarion Inn Sheffield Muscle Shoals

15. Keywest Inn - Tuscumbia/Muscle Shoals

16. Red Roof Inn Muscle Shoals

Compare popular hotels close to Children's Museum of the Shoals

Top Children's Museum of the Shoals Hotel Reviews

GunRunner Boutique Hotel

Renaissance Shoals Resort & Spa

Baymont by Wyndham Florence/Muscle Shoals

Loft in the Heart of Downtown — steps away from Pickett, UNA, Dining, Shops

Residence Inn Florence Marriott

ReNew At JW's & bring your Dog too!

Lagniappe in Florence

Boat Parking • Shore Power • Dog-Friendly Cottage

Other attractions near Children's Museum of the Shoals

Deibert Park

Larimore Home

Regency Square Mall

Cox Creek Tennis Center

Blackberry Trail Golf Course

Tom Braly Stadium

Shoals Conference Center

River Heritage Park

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