What is University Area like?

Travelers to the University Area neighborhood in Tuscaloosa will be sure to enjoy their stay. Are you looking for University Area travel tips? Be sure to check out Paul W. Bryant Museum and Coleman Coliseum while you're in the neighborhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in University Area?

Based on our traveler data, Hotel Capstone is one of the top choices for your stay in University Area. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from University of Alabama, and it offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Another good choice for your stay in the area is Less Than 1 mile to Bryant Denny, Coleman Coliseum, & Sewell-Thomas .

How many hotels will I find in University Area?

Expedia has 103 hotels and other accommodations in University Area to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Tuscaloosa area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in University Area, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer in University Area.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to University Area?

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What is there to do around this Tuscaloosa neighborhood?

Paul W. Bryant Museum, Coleman Coliseum, and Bryant-Denny Stadium are just a few attractions to check out in University Area. Foster Auditorium and Druid City Brewing Company are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around University Area include Denny Chimes, Alabama Museum of Natural History, and Gorgas House. While you're out sightseeing in Tuscaloosa, be sure to visit other sights like Jemison Van de Graaff Mansion or Battle–Friedman House.

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Our top choices for University Area hotels

1. Hotel Capstone

University Area

Nakiya

￥21,552 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

2. Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown near University

Downtown, 2.3 km from University Area

Kristianna

￥18,032 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

3. Homewood Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Downtown

Downtown, 2.6 km from University Area

Kewa

￥23,083 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

4. The Alamite, Tuscaloosa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Downtown, 2.1 km from University Area

traci

￥29,455 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

5. Embassy Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Alabama Downtown

Downtown, 2.3 km from University Area

Leah

￥24,603 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

6. Hampton Inn Tuscaloosa-University

East Central Tuscaloosa, 2.1 km from University Area

Elicia

￥19,337 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

7. Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown by IHG

Downtown, 2.6 km from University Area

Amy

￥21,569 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

8. AC Hotel by Marriott Tuscaloosa Downtown

Downtown, 2.4 km from University Area

Barber

￥20,853 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

9. Home2 Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Downtown University Blvd

Downtown, 2.6 km from University Area

Howell

￥20,854 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

10. SpringHill Suites Tuscaloosa by Marriott

South East Tuscaloosa, 3.9 km from University Area

Joseph

￥19,925 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University

South East Tuscaloosa, 4 km from University Area

Caryn

￥14,605 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

12. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tuscaloosa University Area

South East Tuscaloosa, 3 km from University Area

Misty

￥19,925 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG

East Central Tuscaloosa, 2.4 km from University Area

JILL

￥20,473 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

14. Courtyard by Marriott Northport University of Alabama

3.3 km from University Area

ebony noelle

￥19,925 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

15. Residence Inn by Marriott Tuscaloosa

North of the River, 2.6 km from University Area

Jamie

￥20,043 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

16. Motel 6 Tuscaloosa, AL – University

South East Tuscaloosa, 3.7 km from University Area

Savannah

￥8,883 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

17. Fairfield Inn Tuscaloosa by Marriott

South East Tuscaloosa, 3.9 km from University Area

Prakash

￥14,641 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

18. Ambassador Inn and Suites Tuscaloosa

South East Tuscaloosa, 4.3 km from University Area

Gernarro

￥9,493 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

19. Best Western University Inn

South West Tuscaloosa, 4 km from University Area

robert

￥14,623 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

20. Courtyard Tuscaloosa by Marriott

South East Tuscaloosa, 3.9 km from University Area

Joanne

￥17,932 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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Where to stay in University Area

Find the best University Area areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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South East Tuscaloosa

While South East Tuscaloosa might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Coleman Coliseum and Bryant-Denny Stadium.

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A large, historic building with multiple arches and columns, a prominent tower, and a well-maintained lawn.

Downtown

If you're spending some time in Downtown, Tuscaloosa Amphitheater and Tuscaloosa River Walk are top sights worth seeing.

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A white building with columns and a balcony, surrounded by pink flowers.

East Central Tuscaloosa

While visiting East Central Tuscaloosa, you might make a stop by sights like Black Warrior River and Lake Tamaha.

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North of the River

While visiting North of the River, you might make a stop by sights like Black Warrior River and Indian Hills Golf Course.

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South West Tuscaloosa

While there might not be top attractions in South West Tuscaloosa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Coleman Coliseum and Paul W. Bryant Museum.

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Top University Area Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University

10/10 Excellent

"I liked most everything about this hotel except : we heard a lot of traffic noise from the interstate. The shower was a drizzle of pressure so that was a little disappointing. Also, the gentleman who checked us in was very nice but stepped away into a back room during check in to "scan my license," .......when I asked why, he said something about being so close to the interstate they had to monitor for human trafficking....I did not understand this response and thought it odd. All that being said, it was a nice enough stay, the bed was comfortable and the room was clean."

Spark by Hilton Tuscaloosa University

10/10 Excellent

"Easy parking. Friendly service. The room was clean and spacious. I appreciate that the room did not have carpet so no overwhelming perfume carpet spray like a lot of hotels have. Bed and linens comfortable.. The bathroom was spacious with a nice big counter to put things on. Shower had great water pressure. The hotel is tucked off the road so you don't hear the interstate traffic like you do just down the road. Glad I found this hotel, I will definitely make this my first choice for an affordable stay in Tuscaloosa when I visit my child at the University."

Best Western University Inn

8/10 Good

"The pool was closed for “repairs” but it was full and there was tons of sand and algae growing in it. It was unsightly. The room was clean, ac worked great and breakfast was plentiful. Staff very friendly. Good location to shopping, highway and university. Entrance is obscured by an abandoned restaurant though"

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Our top choices for University Area hotels

1. Hotel Capstone

2. Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown near University

3. Homewood Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Downtown

4. The Alamite, Tuscaloosa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

5. Embassy Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Alabama Downtown

6. Hampton Inn Tuscaloosa-University

7. Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown by IHG

8. AC Hotel by Marriott Tuscaloosa Downtown

9. Home2 Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Downtown University Blvd

10. SpringHill Suites Tuscaloosa by Marriott

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University

12. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tuscaloosa University Area

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG

14. Courtyard by Marriott Northport University of Alabama

15. Residence Inn by Marriott Tuscaloosa

16. Motel 6 Tuscaloosa, AL – University

17. Fairfield Inn Tuscaloosa by Marriott

18. Ambassador Inn and Suites Tuscaloosa

19. Best Western University Inn

20. Courtyard Tuscaloosa by Marriott

Where to stay in University Area

South East Tuscaloosa

Downtown

East Central Tuscaloosa

North of the River

South West Tuscaloosa

Top University Area Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University

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