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A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a covered entrance, large windows, and a well-maintained exterior.

A modern hotel lobby with a kitchen area, seating arrangements, and a large flat-screen TV.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a microwave, a chair, and a wardrobe.

A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a desk with a chair.

1. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Birmingham-Irondale(East) by IHG

Irondale, 3 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Hillary

￥19,258

￥22,723 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A covered picnic area with a picnic table and benches.

A hotel room with a television displaying a sports game, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a minibar.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

2. Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Birmingham East - Irondale/ Airport

Irondale, 2.9 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Jason

￥10,421

￥12,297 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A living room with a sofa, two lamps, a coffee table, and a potted plant.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a desk with drawers, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a covered parking area, and a white SUV parked in front.

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

3. Parkway Inn of Birmingham

3.2 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Kimberly

￥9,518

￥11,965 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A two-story house with a porch, white picket fence, and a well-maintained garden.

A covered porch with a bench, a small table, and potted plants.

A staircase with red carpeted steps leading to a landing with a chalkboard sign reading "FREE HOUSE."

A grand staircase with white paneling and a chandelier, leading to a room with a blue accent wall and a view of the outdoors.

4. Tree House

Five Points South, 10.6 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Lacy

￥21,821

￥26,114 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a wall with a welcome sign, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A gym with a bench, dumbbells, and exercise equipment.

A refrigerated display with various beverages and snacks, shelves with bottled water and wine, and a welcome sign.

5. Hampton Inn Birmingham Leeds

11.1 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Nathan P

￥16,734

￥19,579 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A modern restaurant with a long counter, multiple seating areas, and a bar.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a sofa, a mirror, and artwork on the walls.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a bar.

A modern hotel with a flat roof, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

6. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Birmingham Gardendale

14.6 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Erika

￥20,363

￥24,436 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

An indoor swimming pool with a 36-inch depth marker, adjacent to a seating area with tables and chairs.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances.

A Drury Inn & Suites building with a prominent entrance, large windows, and a parking lot with several cars.

A lobby with a seating area featuring grey upholstered chairs, a small table, and a decorative vase on a shelf.

7. Drury Inn & Suites Birmingham Grandview

13.3 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Alexandria

￥16,099

￥19,390 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern living room with grey sofas, a side table, and a lamp. There are large windows with curtains, and a view of buildings outside.

A hotel room with two grey armchairs, a bed, a painting, and a view of buildings through large windows.

A modern hotel room with a large flat-screen TV, two grey sofas, a desk with a computer, and large windows with curtains.

A lobby with two armchairs, a marble floor, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

8. John Hand Club Hotel

Central City, 10.3 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Chris

￥39,636

￥51,683 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A room with a dark blue wall, a large framed painting, two leather armchairs, a wooden desk with lamps, and a window with curtains.

A room with a dark wooden floor, a brown leather armchair, a small table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A theater marquee with the name "ALABAMA" in large letters.

A hotel with a red exterior, a large window, and a sign that reads 'The Painted Lady Hotel.'

9. The Painted Lady

Five Points South, 10.1 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Linton

￥27,466

￥32,747 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A reception area with three marble counters, wooden paneling, and a wavy wall design.

A modern lounge area with seating, tables, and a large screen displaying a sports event.

10. Courtyard By Marriott Birmingham Grandview

13.5 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Paul

￥25,098

￥29,965 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern restaurant with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a herringbone patterned floor.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a small side table. There is a reception desk with a decorative wall piece and a bookshelf in the background.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a dining space.

11. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Birmingham Colonnade

13.7 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Ricky

￥23,520

￥28,110 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

An outdoor patio area with stone walls, wicker furniture, and a central fire feature.

A modern bar area with a long wooden table, bar stools, and a stone accent wall.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a stone facade and multiple balconies.

A spacious, well-lit lounge area with multiple seating options, including sofas and chairs, arranged around a central coffee table. Large windows provide ample natural light and views of the outdoors.

12. Residence Inn by Marriott Homewood Mountain Brook

Homewood, 11 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Melissa

￥31,412

￥37,695 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern bar area with a marble-tiled bar counter, multiple bar stools, and a wine and liquor display.

A modern retail area with a counter labeled "The Shop" stocked with snacks and beverages.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and a television screen.

A modern living room with a marble wall, a fireplace, and contemporary furniture.

13. Hilton Garden Inn Birmingham SE/Liberty Park

8.3 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Tony

￥15,967

￥18,682 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

A modern cafe with a central wooden table, various food items, and a chalkboard menu.

A self-service snack and drink station with refrigerated beverage dispensers and shelves stocked with various snacks and treats.

A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a large entrance, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

A reception desk with a wooden panel design, a sign reading "WELCOME TO THE HONEY BEE STATE", and a display of local products in the background.

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Fultondale Birmingham I 65, AL

10.8 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Brandon

￥21,867

￥26,714 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating areas, a kitchen, and a dining area.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a dining table, a TV, and a kitchen area.

An outdoor patio with a stone barbecue station, white pergola, and dining chairs and tables.

A multi-story hotel with a parking lot and landscaped areas.

15. Homewood Suites by Hilton Birmingham South Inverness

15.4 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Gerald

￥16,697

￥19,351 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating, and a bar area.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'Valley' sign, large windows, and a well-lit entrance area.

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a large chandelier, and a view of the outdoors.

A spacious lobby with a modern chandelier, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

16. Valley Hotel Homewood Birmingham, Curio Collection by Hilton

Homewood, 11.6 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Matthew

￥32,356

￥38,827 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

A hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a reception desk, and a patterned carpet.

A conference room with a long table, green chairs, patterned carpet, ceiling fans, and a projector screen.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a TV on a dresser, and a patterned carpet.

17. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Birmingham Trussville by IHG

12.1 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

janice

￥16,259

￥20,472 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A hotel reception area with a wooden floor, a reception desk, a large window, and a view of greenery outside.

A modern dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a kitchen counter with appliances, and artwork on the walls.

A modern interior with a wooden floor, a coffee station with labeled dispensers, and a view through large windows.

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

18. Hampton Inn Birmingham/Trussville

7 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Jacqueline

￥19,321

￥23,765 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A spacious lobby with a large painting, a bench, a white sofa set, and a chandelier.

A spacious room with a wooden floor, a dining area with a bench, and a seating area with patterned sofas.

An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, purple chairs, and a dining table.

A lobby with a brick floor, potted plants, a statue, and a stone wall.

19. Grand Bohemian Mountain Brook, Autograph Collection

Redmont Park, 10 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Connor

￥40,883

￥48,512 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

An outdoor patio area with seating, a fire pit, and a grill.

A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, blue seating, and a large window with blue curtains.

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear signage, a tiled floor, and a yellow ceiling.

A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, stainless steel appliances, and a flat-screen TV mounted above the sink.

20. Homewood Suites by Hilton Birmingham Downtown Near UAB

Five Points South, 10.5 km from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Nichole

￥16,637

￥20,023 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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Compare popular hotels close to Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Birmingham-Irondale(East) by IHG	7.8 Good 864 reviews	View
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Birmingham East - Irondale/ Airport	7.6 Good 1,002 reviews	View
Parkway Inn of Birmingham	5.0 505 reviews	View
Tree House	9.8 Exceptional 89 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Birmingham Leeds	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View

Top Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Birmingham-Irondale(East) by IHG

8/10 Good

"Good location"

Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham East Irondale

8/10 Good

"no complaints at all"

Welcome to S & B Birmingham Getaway!

10/10 Excellent

"This house was very nice and comfortable. The pictures are very accurate. Be sure to pay attention to the requirements."

The Chalet / Trendy • Cozy • Contemporary • Urban

10/10 Excellent

"The house was very cute! The air worked really well, everything you would need for staying in the kitchen is provided, which is always nice. The host was very responsive to our messages and check in and out was seamless!"

Magic City Manor: Groups/Driveway/Game Room/Wifi

10/10 Excellent

"We had an outstanding stay! The communication from the host was the best we’ve ever experienced—friendly, responsive, and helpful from start to finish.The pictures honestly don’t do this property justice. The home is much larger and more impressive in person, with plenty of room for our entire group. We traveled with our wrestling club for an out-of-state tournament, and the layout was perfect for accommodating everyone comfortably.The location was another huge plus. It’s situated on a quiet dead-end street, which made it feel very private and safe. There is also a park right next door where the kids could play and burn off energy between events.Everything about our stay exceeded expectations, and we will absolutely be booking this property again in the future. Highly recommended!"

The 86th Street Retreat | Patio/King Bed/Groups

8/10 Good

"My players enjoyed the space. "

Charming 3-bedroom bungalow with WiFi in Bham, 12 mins from UAB.

8/10 Good

"It is in a redevelopment area. It is cloae to all the shopping areas. Much older neighborhood. We were able to enjoy the holiday and shop too."

Cozy home minutes away from Airport, Uptown and Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Mrs. Sharell was an amazing host. Very responsive and helpful with local places to visit. The rental was very pleasant. Beds are comfortable. Esthetics are pleasing. As soon as you walk in the house is beautifully decorated and the house smells amazing. The description of the VRBO is spot on. Close to downtown and east to get to. We would definitely stay here again on our next visor to Birmingham "

Other attractions near Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Train Watching Platform

You can learn about the history of Birmingham with a trip to Train Watching Platform. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

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New Bethel Baptist Church

6.0/10 (1 review)

After visiting New Bethel Baptist Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Birmingham.

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Southern Museum of Flight

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Southern Museum of Flight in Birmingham. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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A.G. Gaston Gardens

6.0/10 (1 review)

Learn about the local history of Birmingham with a stop at A.G. Gaston Gardens. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Birmingham Race Course Casino

8.8/10 (28 reviews)

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Birmingham Race Course Casino during your visit to Birmingham? Experience the acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

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Avondale Brewing Company

6.0/10 (1 review)

You can take time to visit Avondale Brewing Company during your travels to Birmingham. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Alabama Symphony Orchestra

You can enjoy a show at Alabama Symphony Orchestra on your trip to Birmingham. Experience the acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event in this romantic area.

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Highland Park Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Birmingham at Highland Park Golf Course. Take in the acclaimed theater scene and mountain views in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve?

Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve is located in a family-friendly area of Birmingham known for its popular theater scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 23 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Birmingham-Irondale(East) by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located 1.9 mi (3 km) from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve. Other good choices within a few miles include Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Birmingham East - Irondale/ Airport and Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham East Irondale.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve?

Expedia has 23 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals near Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve?

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What can I see and do near Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve?

Sights like Southern Museum of Flight, Train Watching Platform, and Alabama Symphony Orchestra can be part of your cultural tour. You might plan a visit to Birmingham Race Course Casino or Avondale Brewing Company while you're in the area. New Bethel Baptist Church and A.G. Gaston Gardens are some sights worth a visit in the area.

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Our top choices for Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve hotels

1. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Birmingham-Irondale(East) by IHG

2. Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Birmingham East - Irondale/ Airport

3. Parkway Inn of Birmingham

4. Tree House

5. Hampton Inn Birmingham Leeds

6. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Birmingham Gardendale

7. Drury Inn & Suites Birmingham Grandview

8. John Hand Club Hotel

9. The Painted Lady

10. Courtyard By Marriott Birmingham Grandview

11. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Birmingham Colonnade

12. Residence Inn by Marriott Homewood Mountain Brook

13. Hilton Garden Inn Birmingham SE/Liberty Park

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Fultondale Birmingham I 65, AL

15. Homewood Suites by Hilton Birmingham South Inverness

16. Valley Hotel Homewood Birmingham, Curio Collection by Hilton

17. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Birmingham Trussville by IHG

18. Hampton Inn Birmingham/Trussville

19. Grand Bohemian Mountain Brook, Autograph Collection

20. Homewood Suites by Hilton Birmingham Downtown Near UAB

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Top Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Birmingham-Irondale(East) by IHG

Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham East Irondale

Welcome to S & B Birmingham Getaway!

The Chalet / Trendy • Cozy • Contemporary • Urban

Magic City Manor: Groups/Driveway/Game Room/Wifi

The 86th Street Retreat | Patio/King Bed/Groups

Charming 3-bedroom bungalow with WiFi in Bham, 12 mins from UAB.

Cozy home minutes away from Airport, Uptown and Downtown

Other attractions near Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Train Watching Platform

New Bethel Baptist Church

Southern Museum of Flight

A.G. Gaston Gardens

Birmingham Race Course Casino

Avondale Brewing Company

Alabama Symphony Orchestra

Highland Park Golf Course

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