The St. James Hotel

Historic hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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Dates

July 2025

August 2025

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Very good

Popular amenities

Bar
Breakfast available
24/7 front desk
Air conditioning
Housekeeping

Explore the area

1200 Water Avenue, Selma, AL, 36703

Edmund Pettus Bridge
‪2 min walk‬
Museum of Slavery and Civil Rights
‪3 min walk‬
National Voting Rights Museum
‪8 min walk‬

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Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View

Very good

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, River View

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

King Sleeper Sofa

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, River View

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible Bathtub

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Selma

Museum of Slavery and Civil Rights is within a 5-minute walk of The St. James Hotel while other popular sites like National Voting Rights Museum are within a 15-minute stroll. This 55-room, 3-star hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like a 24-hour gym and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

Edmund Pettus Bridge - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
Museum of Slavery and Civil Rights - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
National Voting Rights Museum - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
Brown Chapel AME Church - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
Selma University - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

Montgomery Regional Airport (MGM) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
‪Lannies BBQ - ‬3 min drive
‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬3 min drive
‪Lannie's Bar-B-Q - ‬5 min drive
‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The St. James Hotel

Historic hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

The St. James Hotel features a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with securing valuables and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this historic hotel include a meeting room, a terrace, and laundry facilities.

Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, laptop-compatible safes, and ironing boards are other standard amenities.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

Languages

English

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$66 nightly

Jul 13 - Jul 14

Total includes taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible van parking available
Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 4 to 20 for adults and USD 4 to 12 for children
A bar/lounge
A restaurant

Restaurants on site

Sterling Restaurant & Bar

Things to do

24-hour gym

Family friendly

Laundry facilities

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
ATM
Laundry facilities
Safe at front desk
Vending machine

Guest services

Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

Business center
Meeting room

Outdoors

Terrace

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Phone accessibility kit
Stair-free path to entrance
Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible van parking

1 building
3 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 1832
Smoking not allowed
Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower/bathtub combination

Entertainment

Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker

Air conditioning
Desk
Desk chair
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Early check-in subject to availability

Contactless check-in available

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

This property doesn't allow pets (service animals welcome)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 4 to 20 for adults, and USD 4 to 12 for children

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

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

This property accepts credit cards and debit 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: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

No cribs or infant beds are available.
No rollaway or extra beds are available.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

St James Historic America

St James Historic America Selma

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Historic St. James

The St. James Hotel Hotel

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of The St. James Hotel?

This hotel is located in Selma, just steps from Selma Interpretive Center and Museum of Slavery and Civil Rights, and within a short walk of National Voting Rights Museum. You'll also find Brown Chapel AME Church and The Smitherman Building less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The St. James Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Wheelchair-accessible van parking is also available for guests.

Does The St. James Hotel feature a casino at the property?

No, The St. James Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The St. James Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The St. James Hotel?

At this historic hotel, couples will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include river views.

Does The St. James Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does The St. James Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The St. James Hotel serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Sterling Restaurant & Bar.

Will The St. James Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The St. James Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Does The St. James Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The St. James Hotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at The St. James Hotel offer a balcony and may feature river views.

The St. James Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

4/10 Poor

CHRISTINE

Traveled with group

Mar 19, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Although there was a heavy gas smell as we walked to our rooms, we were told, "No problem. It's only in the courtyard." The rooms surrounded the courtyard so, indeed, it was a problem. Although we were told breakfast came with the room, there was no breakfast available nor were we given any credit. No working TV. No TV remote. No working telephone. No one at checkout. Room keys expired before we checked out. The incidental charges of $50/room times 2 rooms ($100) were not used but still charged so I need to notify my credit card about having them removed. Hotel was being closed for renovations as we checked out.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Jan 20, 2025

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

They Gotta Do Better

There were uncovered outlets and patches on the walls. The food was meh and I paid for breakfast but the cook called out. Staff was not noticeably friendly and I left with 3 bug bites on my arm and one above my eyebrow after sleeping in the bed.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Jan 18, 2025

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

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Dedrick

Jan 4, 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Virginia

Traveled with family

Jan 1, 2025

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful Hotel Should Pay Attention to Details

There was a cockroach in the toilet (still alive, but it had been there a while) to greet us, no light bulb in one of our two lamps, and no conditioner in the bottle when I went to take a shower. The nice woman who checked us in gave us the wrong room number also. There was someone in the room, so we had to go back downstairs to figure that out. Otherwise, the hotel is absolutely beautiful! It was hard to see at night though-more outdoor lighting on the hotel NAME should be prioritized.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

James, Summit

Dec 30, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The St. James Hotel is a beautiful historic building. The options in the area were limited, and the service was slow, probably because we are in the south. I would have liked to have foldable luggage racks, and the drainage of the sink was slow. But I would not want those commas to detract from a beautiful historic building. The room was large and clean.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Barbara

Dec 29, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Our stay was marred due to the fact that we had to wait over 30 minutes to check-out as there were no staff at the registration desk.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Raymond

Dec 24, 2024

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

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Dec 11, 2024

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Gloria

Dec 9, 2024

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Jay

Dec 8, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Staff & service

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terence

Traveled with family

Dec 1, 2024

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

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julius

Nov 30, 2024

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

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Nov 29, 2024

Wrong Room

We arrived late at night and were placed in a double queen room even though we booked a King Room. When we got to the room on the 3rd floor we called the front desk and explained the room was not the one we booked, she told us to come downstairs and it would be fixed. However after getting back downstairs with our 1 year old and all of our stuff we were told the room could not be changed back because a manager changed the room. First because of us being two adults and a child, then it was changed based on the price we paid (idk where they got the price from it wasn’t the same as anything we paid). Our room was changed three times without us being notified. First from a King Bed to a King Bed with a couch, then to a double queen room. We were given the option to either cancel the reservation and wait to get our money back or basically just deal with what we had. We were only in town for two days so we didn’t want to cancel, rebook, and wait. Even though there was a king bed room available when we arrived, they couldn’t put us in that room even though it was what we booked and it showed on our reservation. I suggest calling and double checking that you are getting the correct room before arrival or you might be stuck in a room you don’t want or find functional.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Cristine

Nov 27, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quaint historic hotel

It’s a historic hotel with character. It was reminiscent of New Orleans so it has potential, however it’s Selma. The hotel is lovely and quaint. We felt like we were the only ones there. We certainly were the only ones in the dining room. The bed was fabulous and the room was spacious.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Joshua

Nov 24, 2024

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

Bad stay/ roach on bed

This was not a good stay! There was a roach on our bed so they had to change our room. Once leaving the front desk person didn’t acknowledge us and say good morning or ask how our stay was. I’m big on customer service and she definitely needs customer service training. I will be calling corporate

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

J A

Oct 27, 2024

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

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Traveled with group

Oct 26, 2024

Coming to see the Edmund Pettis Bridge, stay here

The place is beautiful and clean, the bed was beyond comfortable, and the staff could not have been more helpful. If you’re visiting Selma to see the Edmund Pettis Bridge, this is the place to stay

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Oct 26, 2024

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

Good

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Oct 17, 2024

Liked: Staff & service, amenities

A lovely historic building in a historic location. (Near the Edmund Pettus bridge...scene of a crucial moment in Civil Rights history.) Staff and food were excellent. The property itself looks worn and needs some love (i.e., a paint furnishings freshen up). However, even with these slight issues, I always prefer to stay in a more characterful place like the St James than a generic brand hotel.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024