John Hand Club Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near University of Alabama at Birmingham

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The Cobblestone Suite | View from room
Exterior
The Bank Suite | Bathroom | Shower, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels
Lobby sitting area
The Vulcan Suite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
17 20th Street North, Suite 700, Birmingham, AL, 35203
  • University of Alabama at Birmingham
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • UAB Hospital
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Birmingham, AL (BHM-Birmingham Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

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Room options

The Birmingham Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

The Bank Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

The Vulcan Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

The Heaviest Corner Suite

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

The Cobblestone Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, City View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Birmingham

Located in Downtown Birmingham within a short walk of University of Alabama at Birmingham, John Hand Club Hotel is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as UAB Hospital. This 6-room, 3-star hotel has conveniences like a 24-hour gym, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Alabama Theater - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • University of Alabama at Birmingham - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • UAB Hospital - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Sloss Furnaces - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Birmingham Station - 3 min walk
  • Birmingham International Airport (BHM) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pizitz Food Hall - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pies & Pints - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Hero Doughnuts - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Gus's Hot Dogs - ‬6 min walk

About this property

John Hand Club Hotel

Hotel with free parking, near University of Alabama at Birmingham
John Hand Club Hotel features a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and microwave in a common area. There's free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area and a water dispenser.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with digital channels and Netflix. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and bathrobes. Ironing boards and desks are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Built in 1912
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
  • Netflix

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at John Hand Club Hotel?

John Hand Club Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do close to John Hand Club Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Birmingham, just steps from Heaviest Corner on Earth and McWane Science Center, and within a short walk of Alabama Theater. You'll also find Birmingham Museum of Art and Sloss Furnaces less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at John Hand Club Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Electric car charging is also available for guests.

Does John Hand Club Hotel have a casino at the property?

No, John Hand Club Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at John Hand Club Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is John Hand Club Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like Netflix and bathrobes as well as a 24-hour fitness facility.

Does John Hand Club Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does John Hand Club Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, John Hand Club Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will John Hand Club Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at John Hand Club Hotel.

Does John Hand Club Hotel have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from John Hand Club Hotel?

The closest major airport to John Hand Club Hotel is Birmingham International Airport (BHM), which is 5.2 mi away (11 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at John Hand Club Hotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at John Hand Club Hotel offer a balcony and may feature city views.

John Hand Club Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 209 out of 235 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 235 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 235 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 235 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 235 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Check in host was exceptional in helping with dinner and parking.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Can't say enough good things

I'm inclined to try and keep this place a secret so it's available still and at a reasonable price next time we are in Birmingham but this little gem deserves the good review. There was not much information online about this "hotel" but the photos and reviews I did find gave me enough confidence to book and boy was it worth it. This hotel is actually just seven (I believe) suites located on one floor of the historic John Hand building. We stayed in the Cobblestone suite which I felt had the best set up and was the only room with access to the shared balcony (shared from the common area) Upon arrival and checking in you'll be given key card access to the elevators to the 7th floor. The common area and hotel floor is stunning. Marble floors and high end lights and fixtures. There is a small kitchen area with snacks and coffee. There was a mini fridge where we kept our leftover pizza after dinner. The rooms were all booked for the evening but we only saw one other couple. There was no noise inside the hotel and very little road noise in the Cobblestone room. The other rooms might have more noise as they are on the main street. Guests of the hotel have access to the rooftop lounge and bar which made for a nice time before heading out to our Valentines dinner and concert. Parking was easy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay so close to dinner and the concert we were attending. Would highly recommend if you are going to a show at the Alabama Theatre or the Lyric
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christophen

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time going with my partner for his birthday & we both enjoyed it!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the best hotels in Birmingham! Love it and highly recommend!

10/10 Excellent

j

Fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Jason, HOUSTON

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When we arrived around 10 pm there was only a security guard to give us our key. We had two large suites, but when we went on the elevator to our rooms there was only one large suite and a smaller room. Surprised, I went downstairs to get a key for our room that we had already paid for, a large suite. The security guard didn’t know anything, and there was no other staff.to their credit, the security personnel called the manager and inquired about our room. That was when we were told our original room had a water leak, and they had given us a smaller room instead. I understand the swapping of rooms, but not telling us in advance was not great concerning the price we paid for the full suite. I had to ask for a reduced rate, it was not offered. In my smaller suite, the bathroom faucets would spin when tried to turn them on. I had to hold the base in order to get them to turn on, and when I opened the hot water there was no actual hot water. For this price point the overall experience and maintenance of the rooms are definitely not up to par. We will stay elsewhere next time.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie

Traveled with family and small children, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
super friendly staff and super cool place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wallace, Roswell

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our suite was comfortable in every way (bed, shower, living room, common area). My wife and I loved our stay and wished every hotel was so nice. Also, the staff was uniformly helpful and gracious.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pramod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing So close to wonderful dining!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul, Bellevue

Great location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul, Bellevue

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay except there was no cable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Shivani

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic hotel, lovely decor and a friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deidra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was beautiful and only had one floor for the hotel rooms. The front desk staff are so nice and friendly. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deidra

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful building. Excellent 20th floor bar. Convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024