North of the River Vacations

Book a Hotel + Flight or Car together to unlock savings

  • Plan, book, travel with confidence

  • Better together

    Save up to ￥45,448 when you book a flight and hotel together*

  • Find the right fit

    With over 300,000 hotels worldwide, it's easy to create a perfect package

  • Rest easy

    Plan, book, and manage your trip all in one place

Where to stay in North of the River

Find the best North of the River areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about North of the River
Alabama showing night scenes and an administrative buidling

University Area

4 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

If you're spending some time in University Area, Paul W. Bryant Museum and Coleman Coliseum are top sights worth seeing.

Find hotels in University Area

North of the River Hotel Deals

Residence Inn by Marriott Tuscaloosa

Residence Inn by Marriott Tuscaloosa

3 out of 5
211 RICE MINE ROAD LOOP Tuscaloosa AL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥16,136 per night from Jan 31 to Feb 1
￥16,136
￥18,556 total
Jan 31 - Feb 1
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (434 reviews)
Courtney and Mary Ann were the sweetest and made sure we enjoyed our stay. Huge room with plenty of space. Warm breakfast each day and pretty view of the river.

Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026

Residence Inn by Marriott Tuscaloosa
Dixieland Delight

Dixieland Delight

Tuscaloosa AL
9.8/10 Exceptional! (29 reviews)
Everything was great! Great location, great space. We will stay again! Thank you!

Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025

Get rates
Dixieland Delight
Fairfax Paradise

Fairfax Paradise

Tuscaloosa AL
The price is ￥17,161 per night from Feb 3 to Feb 4
￥17,161
￥70,761 total
Feb 3 - Feb 4
includes taxes & fees
Fairfax Paradise
See all 614 properties in North of the River
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Discover the most popular places to visit in North of the River

Tuscaloosa which includes heritage architecture, chateau or palace and flowers

University of Alabama

Stroll along tree-lined pathways and visit historic buildings, museums, galleries and sports arenas while experiencing life at one of Alabama’s oldest universities.

University of Alabama
To the right of the Walk of Champions while approaching the visitor center and front entrance of Bryant-Denny Stadium, the storied coaches quietly remind us that success is not a matter of luck, but rather the culmination of years of dedication and determination.

Bryant-Denny Stadium

Catch an event at Bryant-Denny Stadium during your trip to Tuscaloosa. You can attend a football game while in the area.

Bryant-Denny Stadium
Alabama Museum of Natural History

Alabama Museum of Natural History

Examine prehistoric fossils, local wildlife specimens and archaeological artifacts in this fascinating museum, which is devoted to the natural world.

Alabama Museum of Natural History
* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.