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avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG

Property class: 3

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A modern hotel with a red and beige facade, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area.
A modern dining area with a long table, chairs, and a coffee station.
A display of food items including fruits and yogurt in a modern setting with a 'Good all round' sign.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a teal wall.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with a view.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services
The current price is AU$153
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec

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3924 McFarland Boulevard East, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35405
  • Place, Veterans Memorial Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Alabama
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Tuscaloosa River Walk
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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A modern room with a mounted TV, a desk with a chair, and a shelf with a cushion.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(49 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Transfer Shower)

A modern room with a mounted TV, a desk with a chair, and a shelf with a cushion.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Transfer Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A modern room with a mounted TV, a desk with a chair, and a shelf with a cushion.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(40 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Transfer Shower)

A modern room with a mounted TV, a desk with a chair, and a shelf with a cushion.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Transfer Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

A modern room with a mounted TV, a desk with a chair, and a shelf with a cushion.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A bed with white bedding and pillows against a wooden headboard.

Standard Room, 1 Single Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Tuscaloosa

At avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG you'll be 5 km (3.1 mi) from University of Alabama and 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Veterans Memorial Park. Highlights at this hotel include free daily breakfast, free self-parking and a 24-hour gym. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a 24-hour front desk. Other amenities include a 24-hour business centre and coffee/tea in a common area. Free on-the-go breakfast is available daily between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .With a stay at this 3-property class South East Tuscaloosa hotel, you'll be 7.5 km (4.6 mi) from Bryant-Denny Stadium.

What's nearby

  • Veterans Memorial Park - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Jemison Van de Graaff Mansion - 4 min drive - 7.4 km
  • University of Alabama - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Tuscaloosa River Walk - 5 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Tuscaloosa Amphitheater - 6 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Tuscaloosa Station - 7 min drive
  • Birmingham International Airport (BHM) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Logan's Roadhouse - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Taco Casa - ‬13 min walk

About this property

avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG

Public spaces have free WiFi. You'll find a 24-hour business centre on site. Free breakfast is available daily. The business-friendly avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG also features a 24-hour fitness centre, coffee/tea in common area, and express check-out. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Tuscaloosa hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 87 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 2023
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG offers 87 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

This Tuscaloosa hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. 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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift (172 centimetre wide door)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (86 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2023
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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

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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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 and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • 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

Avid Hotels Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG Hotel
Avid Hotels Tuscaloosa University Area an IHG Hotel
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Avid Hotels Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG Hotel Tuscaloosa

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG?

Avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG?

As of 12 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG on 13 Dec 2026 start from AU$153, 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.

Is parking available at avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG?

Yep, avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG has a free self car park.

Does avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary on-the-go brekkie is served daily between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG?

No, avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG?

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

Are pets allowed at avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG?

No, only service animals are allowed.

avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 497 out of 624 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 77 out of 624 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 624 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 624 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 624 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was very friendly and helpful and rooms where clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great budget friendly place to stay in Tuscaloosa!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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One of the most comfortable I’ve stayed at in awhile!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Extremelly clean hotel with very nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I have stayed here many times. Very clean with a very friendly staff. Great rooms for the price. Very good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I’ve stayed here before great place like the amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean, great breakfast, kind and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Always a great stay at the Avid Tuscaloosa ! The front desk, grounds maintenance staff and housekeeping are warm and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This was a very clean hotel with a nice breakfast and a super friendly staff! We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean and smelled wonderful! Nice staff and very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The property was clean, but the rooms are small. I will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean and comfortable room. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel in a convenient location! The rooms are on the smaller side, but they were very clean, comfortable, and well maintained. The breakfast was good with a nice variety of options. Overall, a great stay, and I would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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The hotel is great, breakfast can use more options.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was incredibly clean and the staff was SO friendly! We have stayed at different Avid locations and each time the staff is exceptional! It really makes a difference when you are tired and traveling!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I travel a lot for work and this is by far one of cleanest hotels I have stayed in. This is my second time staying at an Avid and again I was not disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing stay, enjoyed it and thanks to the friendly staff and well maintained and clean hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast is usually fresh when I stay here and the staff is always very friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Really nice, super clean hotel with friendly staff. 10/10 recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was beautiful and the breakfast was very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was amazing. The stay was comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very welcoming staff and accomodations.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything from the lobby to the elevators to the room and bathroom and breakfast, all suburb. The entire place smelt so yummy like the orange dreamsicle Flintstone push pops from my childhood! LOVED IT!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice quiet hotel with comfortable beds and a nice big television. The hotel staff were very friendly. Really enjoyed my one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026

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