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Hotel Overview

821 20Th Street S, Birmingham, Alabama, United States, 35205

Residence Inn By Marriott Birmingham Downtown Uab - All-suite hotel near University of Alabama at Birmingham

Located in the historic Five Points South Dining & Entertainment District on the University of Alabama at Birmingham campus. The hotel offers fully-equipped kitchens in all suites, complimentary wired and wireless Internet access, and a free hot breakfast. Guests have access to an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and barbecue grills. The property is a 15-minute walk from University of Alabama-Birmingham and minutes from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport. Nearby attractions include the Birmingham Zoo, Vulcan Park and Museum, and Highland Park Golf Course. The hotel features conference and meeting spaces totaling 1,457 square feet.

Additional perks of the hotel

Complimentary to-go breakfast and free grocery shopping service

Dry cleaning/laundry services and a 24-hour gym

Mobile key and digital check-in service

Pet-friendly suites (2 pets max per room)

Accessible features include on-site parking, elevators, and service animal accommodations

Rooms

All 129 suites feature fully-equipped kitchens with a microwave, refrigerator, and stovetop. Each suite includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, premium bedding, and air conditioning. Some rooms offer a seating area with a sofa bed. Private bathrooms are fitted with a bath or shower. Studios and suites provide a 42-inch flat-screen television and a coffee machine.

Other conveniences

Ironing facilities and heating

Cookware and kitchen utensils

Safes and desks with complimentary newspapers

Phones with free local calls

Electronic room key and window guards

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Our listed hotels offer a variety of room types—double rooms, family suites, or deluxe options—all with features like breakfast, flexible cancellation policies, and exclusive deals.

King Studio Sofa Bed

Max:

3 persons

435 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Coffee machine

Heating

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One-Bedroom King Suite Sofa Bed

Max:

3 persons

465 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Coffee machine

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One-Bedroom King Suite Sofa Bed Fireplace

Max:

3 persons

465 sq. feet

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1 King-size bed

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Transportation Tips

Transportation Options

City Centre

Birmingham 1.2 mi

Airports

Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International (bhm) 5.9 mi

Amenities

Thoughtful hotel amenities for a comfortable stay

Wi-Fi

Parking

Paid parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Paid parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Luggage storage
Lift
Vending machines

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Guest Parking

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Laundry
Dry cleaning
Grocery shopping service
Shops/Commercial services

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's buffet

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Seasonal outdoor pool
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Self-catering

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV

Hotel Location

821 20Th Street S, Birmingham, Alabama, United States, 35205

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821 20Th Street S, Birmingham, Alabama, United States, 35205

City landmarks

Museum

McWane Science Center

1.1 mi

1701 Valley View Dr

Vulcan Park and Museum

1.5 mi

Museum

Birmingham Civil Rights Institute

1.2 mi

20 32nd St N

Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark

1.6 mi

Park

Railroad Park

5000 ft

1401 1st Ave S

Regions Field

5100 ft

Zoo

Birmingham Zoo

1.6 mi

University

University of Alabama at Birmingham

2500 ft

Church

16th Street Baptist Church

1.3 mi

Intersection of 20th Street and 1st Avenue North

Heaviest Corner on Earth

4400 ft

Museum

Negro Southern League Museum

3800 ft

Park

Kelly Ingram Park

1.5 mi

Museum

Birmingham Museum of Art

1.4 mi

1925 2nd Ave N

Pete's Famous Hot Dogs

4800 ft

1 14th St S

Rainbow LED Tunnel

4900 ft

Church

Cathedral of Saint Paul

1.0 mi

Botanical Garden

Birmingham Botanical Gardens

1.7 mi

1631 4th Ave N

Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame

1.1 mi

Park

Rhodes Park

1.2 mi

500 23rd St S

Workplay

2100 ft

Church

First United Methodist Church

1.2 mi

Park

Birmingham's Railroad Park

1.0 mi

1221 10th Ave S

Abroms-Engel Institute for the Visual Arts

4100 ft

Birmingham

Civil Rights District

1.2 mi

2821 2nd Ave S Ste A

Terrific New Theater

4900 ft

Park

Linn Park

1.3 mi

Church

Cathedral Church of the Advent

1.2 mi

1721 4th Ave N

4th Avenue Business District

1.1 mi

Nearby

Five Points South Historic District

1400 ft

Castle

Quinlan Castle

900 ft

Restaurants

Subway

300 ft

625 19th St South 2nd Floor

MOOYAH Burgers

1600 ft

2112 7th Ave S

Arby's

1600 ft

2100 7th Ave S

T-Bone's Authentic Philly Style Cheesesteaks and Hoagies

1400 ft

1017 20th St S

New China Town Restaurant INC

1200 ft

1020 20th St S

Domino's Pizza

2000 ft

726 23rd St S

Insomnia Cookies

1600 ft

1919 11th Ave S

Jimmy Johns

1800 ft

1919 11th Ave S

Chick-fil-A

1600 ft

2000 Highland Ave S

Magic Wok

2400 ft

401 19th St S

Guest Reviews & Ratings

What Guests Are Saying?

Jack

United States, February 2024

8.2/10

I absolutely loved my stay at the Marriott! The rooms are what make Marriott my top choice with their spacious, comfortable, and well-equipped setup. However, the smell of something rotting was a bit off-putting. The service was exceptional, especially thanks to Reyn at the front desk. The location is convenient to the medical complex and various amenities, but the city noise and parking were major drawbacks. The dining experience was fantastic with excellent customer service, yet I wish there was a greater variety of food considering the room rates. Overall, my experience was great, and I highly recommend it.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were terrific: large, comfortable, and well-equipped.

Service

9.0

The service was extremely apologetic and the staff, especially Reyn at the front desk, was SUPER friendly and helpful.

Location

7.0

The location is very convenient to the medical complex along with restaurants and shopping, but the city noise and parking were a downside.

Dining

8.0

The dining was amazing with excellent customer service, although a better variety of food would have been appreciated given the high room rates.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers dry cleaning, grocery shopping services, and various shops on-site.

clean

smelled bad

Tony

United States, October 2023

8.4/10

The Residence Inn in Birmingham offers spacious rooms with pleasant staff members. The full-size fridge in the room was convenient. The location has just enough equipment for exercise but lacks interesting destinations for a morning walk. I found the dining experience to be the best I have had at any Residence Inn, with a variety of options available. The hotel is well-maintained and the staff is extremely friendly and knowledgeable about local amenities.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious and met my expectations. The full-size fridge was a nice touch.

Service

9.0

The staff members from housekeeping, breakfast staff to maintenance were very friendly and knowledgeable. They provided excellent service.

Location

7.0

The location was convenient, close to the main UAB hospital entrance. The staff was welcoming and friendly.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience surpassed my expectations. The selection offered was varied and delicious, making it the highlight of my stay.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities provided by the hotel were top-notch and added to the overall experience of my stay.

Thomas

United States, July 2023

8.0/10

I really enjoyed my stay at this hotel. The rooms were well-appointed with a full kitchen, living room, and separate bedroom, offering a cozy and convenient setup. The service was excellent, with friendly staff always ready to assist. The location was very convenient, close to the medical complex, restaurants, and shopping. The dining experience was mostly good, although there were some limited options at times.

Rooms

8.0

My room had a small kitchen, couch, and fridge, making it very practical for a comfortable stay.

Service

9.0

The service I encountered during my stay was great, and the staff was friendly and accommodating. The range of services provided, including dry cleaning and grocery shopping, added extra convenience to my visit.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location was very convenient, especially for those visiting the medical complex. It was surrounded by various amenities like restaurants and shops, making it a practical choice for travelers.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was nice, with a good variety of hot and cold options available.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel's facilities were well-maintained and provided everything I needed for a comfortable stay.

convenient location

limited evening snacks