The Admiral, Downtown Historic District

4.0 star property
Beaux Arts hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk
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Lobby
Serves dinner and happy hour
Exterior
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Two Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available
  • Bar

Explore the area

Map
251 Government Street, Mobile, AL, 36602
  • Saenger Theatre Mobile
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Arthur R. Outlaw Mobile Convention Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Mobile Cruise Terminal
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Mobile, AL (MOB-Mobile Regional)
    ‪25 min drive‬
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Room options

Two Double Room

  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Premier Two Double Room

  • 340 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

King Room

  • 320 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub Grab Bars

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premier King Room

  • 440 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

One Bedroom Suite

  • 1000 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Mobile

Located in Mobile Central Business District, The Admiral, Downtown Historic District is adjacent to Mobile Bay and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Mobile Cruise Terminal. This 4-star hotel has 156 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Saenger Theatre Mobile - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mardi Gras Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mobile Civic Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Arthur R. Outlaw Mobile Convention Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mobile Cruise Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪SkyView Lounge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Harbor Room - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Loda Bier Garten - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Heroes Sports Bar & Grille - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Blind Mule - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Admiral, Downtown Historic District

Beaux Arts hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk
At The Admiral, Downtown Historic District, guests enjoy an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Valet parking is offered for USD 25 per night. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with concierge services, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include a conference center, express check-out, and a terrace.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and LCD TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries, and beds are dressed in premium bedding. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, coffee makers, and free local calls. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Valet parking on site (USD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 5 to 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Le Cafe
  • LeMoyne's Chophouse
  • The Living Room

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lever door handles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 12 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Beaux Arts architecture
  • Built in 1940
  • Communal living room
  • Renovated entire property - July 2024
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Pet weight must not exceed 50 lbs per pet
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • Service fee: 3.3 percent

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 15 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 25 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers valet 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.
  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Admiral Semmes
Admiral Semmes Hotel
Admiral Semmes Hotel Mobile
Admiral Semmes Mobile
Admiral Hotel Curio Collection Hilton
Admiral Hotel Mobile Curio Collection Hilton
Admiral Mobile Curio Collection Hilton
Admiral Curio Collection Hilton

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Admiral, Downtown Historic District?

The Admiral, Downtown Historic District provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Admiral, Downtown Historic District?

As of Jun 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Admiral, Downtown Historic District on Jun 29, 2025 start from $126.65, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do around The Admiral, Downtown Historic District?

This hotel is situated in Mobile Central Business District within a 10-minute walk of Mobile Bay and Mobile Cruise Terminal. You'll also find Saenger Theatre Mobile and Church Street East Historic District less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Admiral, Downtown Historic District?

Yes, valet parking is offered for USD 25 per night with in/out privileges.

Does The Admiral, Downtown Historic District include a casino on the premises?

No, The Admiral, Downtown Historic District doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Admiral, Downtown Historic District?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Admiral, Downtown Historic District?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does The Admiral, Downtown Historic District have a hot tub?

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

Does The Admiral, Downtown Historic District have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Admiral, Downtown Historic District serves continental breakfast for a surcharge each morning at The Living Room.

Does The Admiral, Downtown Historic District allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The Admiral, Downtown Historic District for a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at The Admiral, Downtown Historic District?

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

Where is the closest airport to The Admiral, Downtown Historic District?

The closest major airport to The Admiral, Downtown Historic District is Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport), which is 3.9 mi away (7 minutes by car). Another top airport is Mobile Regional Airport (MOB), which is located 20.7 mi away (29-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Admiral, Downtown Historic District?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Admiral, Downtown Historic District.

Does The Admiral, Downtown Historic District offer wedding services?

There are wedding services available at The Admiral, Downtown Historic District if that's in your vacation plans.

The Admiral, Downtown Historic District Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 511 out of 637 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 77 out of 637 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 637 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 637 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 637 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JODI

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, elegant and beautifully decorated. The room has everything you need for your stay. Le Cafe has excellent coffee and easy downtown location. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cass

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel itself
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morris

Great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Bonnie, Vestavia Hills

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No food available after 10 PM
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect weekend

Beautiful refurbished downtown Mobile hotel. Everything was perfect from the room, the piano player in the “Livingroom”, the restaurant. Everything!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

brian

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Some of the rooms can be musty/damp. A fan in the bathroom would help as well.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamireyah

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

10/10 Excellent

Hadassah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for being a great team. Love it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billy

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

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

Great place to stay

Loved this hotel. It was beautiful, close to a lot of things to do and see. I wish I could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Vasyl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice hotel, great location, great bar and restaurant( a bit expensive, but great food), parking next to hotel a bit dirty
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Emily

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Hotel was amazing along with their steakhouse!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Brain

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Please make are my card isn’t double charged. Thank you Brian The mattress in room 502, one of them had a huge sunken spot right in the middle of the bed. Overall the stay was good and the room was very clean but that mattress was terrible.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuntwine

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

L

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Robert, MANDEVILLE

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elton

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

LOC

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Takayla

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024