Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to University of Alabama at Birmingham

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Exterior
Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace
Reception
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Gym

Explore the area

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821 20th Street S, Birmingham, AL, 35205
  • UAB Hospital
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • University of Alabama at Birmingham
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Birmingham, AL (BHM-Birmingham Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(177 reviews)
  • 426 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 460 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 460 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 426 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 460 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Birmingham

Located in Downtown Birmingham, Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as University of Alabama at Birmingham and UAB Hospital. This 3-star hotel has 129 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • UAB Health System - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • UAB Hospital - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • University of Alabama at Birmingham - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Children's of Alabama - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Birmingham Station - 18 min walk
  • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) - 155 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Arby's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Makarios Kabobs & Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪T-Bones Philly Style Cheesesteaks &Hoagies - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mr Shawarma - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB

Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to University of Alabama at Birmingham
Guests of Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB enjoy a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space. Self parking is available for USD 25 per night. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a business center, a seasonal outdoor pool, and coffee/tea in a common area.
Guests can expect 42-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and pillowtop beds with premium bedding ensure a restful night. Other amenities include kitchens, sofa beds, and refrigerators. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 648 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Double sofa bed
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from November 1 to April 30:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 100 per pet, per stay
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Self parking fee: USD 25 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-2 AM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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.
  • 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 cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from May to October.
  • 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).

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB?

Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see within easy reach of Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Birmingham within a 10-minute walk of Alabama Museum of Health Sciences and Donor Memorial. You'll also find Regions Field and Railroad Park less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB?

Yes, parking is offered for USD 25 per night with in/out privileges. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB feature a casino on the premises?

No, Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool is normally open from May until October.

Is Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a pillowtop mattress, a kitchen, and free Internet access.

Does Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB for a fee of USD 100 per pet, per stay.

Does Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB?

The closest major airport to Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB is Birmingham International Airport (BHM), which is 7.1 mi away (16 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB.

Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 579 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 231 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 1011 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

James, Dothan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds are too hard. I’ve slept on sleeper sofas that were more comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Kristin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Extremely run down. Cleanliness was not great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Billie

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gary James, The Villages

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Milagro

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Love that rooms are big and have that home feeling
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Billie Johnson

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed at the property for one week. The property was excellent with the exception of the laundry facilities. The washer and dryer were dated and had brown worn stains in the washer drum the trash had not been emptied, and it smelled the rooms were clean. The bedding was clean. The staff was great however they do charge for parking.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luisa

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacios rooms, workers are welcoming and always available to help.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I just stayed there for 3 nights, the staff was very helpful and friendly, the breakfast was nice. Clean rooms, I recommend it here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamika

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was nice! Breakfast was great! Team Members were helpful…
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Caleb

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marquelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie, Birmingham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tonda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Near UAB Orientation

We arrived after 7pm but the check in process was very smooth. The room was very clean and spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Ehsan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Larry

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denitta

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Property is convenient and nice. Room was good, but there were no bath towels and ran out of bath tissue no extras in room. Bathroom wasn't cleaned well.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simply blown away at how nice our room is. The room is very cozy, and the renovations in the room is very, very nice. And the kitchenette with full size fridge and microwave is a huge plus. Definitely coming back when I visit Birmingham.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Katherine

Traveled with family
The front desk changed the Expedia reservation to Marriott and charged more than reservation was.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tawney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel for appointments at UAB
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Horacio

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025