Best Western Gardendale

2.5 star property
Hotel in Gardendale with free breakfast and fitness centre

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave
Exterior
Lobby
Lobby
Lobby

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$151
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept

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842 Thompson St, Gardendale, AL, 35071
  • Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • UAB Hospital
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • University of Alabama at Birmingham
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Birmingham, AL (BHM-Birmingham Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(44 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Pillow-top bed
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Gardendale

At Best Western Gardendale, you'll be 19.9 km (12.4 mi) from University of Alabama at Birmingham and 20.1 km (12.5 mi) from UAB Hospital. Highlights at this hotel include free daily breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the gym and seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this Gardendale hotel include Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex and Samford University.

What's nearby

  • Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex - 13 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Alabama Theater - 15 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Sloss Furnaces - 16 min drive - 19.3 km
  • UAB Hospital - 16 min drive - 20.4 km
  • University of Alabama at Birmingham - 16 min drive - 20.4 km

Getting around

  • Birmingham Station - 14 min drive
  • Birmingham International Airport (BHM) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Moe's Southwest Grill - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Best Western Gardendale

Hotel in Gardendale with free breakfast and fitness centre
Best Western Gardendale offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. You'll find a business centre on site. Free breakfast is served daily. The business-friendly Best Western Gardendale also features a vending machine, coffee/tea in common area, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This Gardendale hotel is smoke free.

  • 29 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Best Western Gardendale offers 29 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Gardendale hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station

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
  • Lift
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 4 children 21 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western) guidelines.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in April and close in September.
  • Up to 4 children aged 21 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Best Western Plus Gardendale
Best Western Plus Hotel Gardendale
Best Western Plus Gardendale Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Best Western Gardendale?

Yep, Best Western Gardendale has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Gardendale?

As of 12 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Gardendale on 22 Sept 2025 start from AU$150.53, including 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.

Does Best Western Gardendale have a pool?

Best Western Gardendale has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open from April to September.

Does Best Western Gardendale serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary full brekkie is on offer daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Best Western Gardendale?

No, Best Western Gardendale does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Best Western Gardendale?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Best Western Gardendale?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Best Western Gardendale Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 407 out of 921 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 283 out of 921 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 131 out of 921 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 921 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 921 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kyle

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sydnee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beds were ok. Elevators need updated. Fine for a few nights stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kateryna

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stench in all three rooms we were in. Very terrible in an old hotel. I do not recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirby

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

6/10 Okay

Bronson

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
The room was adequate for one night. It wasn’t necessarily the cleanest room and the bathroom smelled like smoke. There was also a hair extension located in the corner of the room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kathy

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Nasty

When I checked in and got to my room, I stripped the bed to put my own sheets on it. The mattress cover was dirty. It had stains, but it been on the side of it. It looked like someone had threw up and it had dried or something I got the guy working there to come look at it. He said he would put me in another room, but I would just tear it up too because I stripped the bed. He told me I could not check out till the next morning. he would only refund me for three nights instead of the four that I reserved Went on and just got off the phone with him. I did not use the room I went and got him loaded my stuff up and left. He is refusing to tell me how much the refund is he’s telling me I had to get in touch with you guys. He’s not working with me at all. I need to know how to get my refund.Best Western in Gardendale Alabama
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

NaKesha

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

cynthia

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Katherine

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The first room they provided smelled like mold. The second room the toilet stopped up and we had to plunged it ourselves. Lastly, i paid for late check out, they harassed me by knocking on the door three times and calling me to make sure i paid $10.00 extra. I will never stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Renae

Travelled with family
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Room comfort
A little worn, but adequate.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Laronia

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Brad

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Room comfort
No one cleaned coffee maker in our room before we arrived. Strange bathroom configuration.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

LaTrecia

Travelled with family

1st time stay!

We were in town for the Magic City Mimosa Festival and needed a place to stay for the night. I must say that I was pleasantly surprised. The rooms were nice and clean. The front desk agent was nice and very helpful. And the hotel was in a nice and quiet area. I look forward to staying at this location again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jade

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

6/10 Okay

Alicia

Liked: Staff & service
The seclusion of the hotel was along with the staff. The seemed clean but the microwave and refrigerator was a dirty and the microwave did not work. Also, my mom almost tripped and fell because there was a soft spot in the floor. The bedding didn't smell fresh even after we sprayed them.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Will return!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

jerrell

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Marjorie

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

A little to loud for 5 stars

Noise from the interstate was loud and the room noise from adjacent rooms was loud as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025