Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel in Cottondale with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Property amenity
Exterior
Interior entrance
Interior entrance
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$174
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov

Explore the area

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6350 Interstate Drive, Cottondale, AL, 35453
  • Place, University of Alabama
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Coleman Coliseum
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Bryant-Denny Stadium
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Extra Floor Space)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Mobility Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Cottondale

At Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG, you'll be 13.1 km (8.1 mi) from University of Alabama. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a lift. Added amenities include a banquet hall. Each morning free breakfast is served. .In the area of this Cottondale hotel, you'll find Bryant-Denny Stadium.

What's nearby

  • Tuscaloosa Veterans Affairs Medical Center - 5 min drive - 6.6 km
  • DCH Regional Medical Center - 8 min drive - 11.5 km
  • University of Alabama - 9 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Coleman Coliseum - 9 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Bryant-Denny Stadium - 10 min drive - 16.3 km

Getting around

  • Tuscaloosa Station - 12 min drive
  • Birmingham International Airport (BHM) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪QuikTrip - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Wright's Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Jack’s - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG

Hotel in Cottondale with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG also features an outdoor pool and a lift. Self parking is free.

This Cottondale hotel is smoke free.

  • 95 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG offers 95 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Cottondale hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply).

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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

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • 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

Holiday INN EXP Stes Cottondale
Holiday Inn Express Suites Tuscaloosa East
Holiday Inn Express Suites Tuscaloosa East Cottondale
Holiday Inn Express Suites Tuscaloosa East Cottondale by IHG

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale 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 Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG?

As of 11 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG on 16 Nov 2025 start from AU$174.22, 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 Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG has a free self car park.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG has an outdoor pool. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG serve breakfast?

Yeah, our travelers love the free buffet brekkie here! Served daily between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG?

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

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 331 out of 426 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 66 out of 426 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 426 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 426 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 426 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Class Reunion

Stay was good. Hotel was clean and bed was comfortable. Would stay again on another trip to Tuscaloosa.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rusty

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

10/10 Excellent

Lisa, Deltona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The lady that helped us to purchase shades for our windows was so awesome! She answered all of our questions and was very helpful! Im sorry I can't remember her name.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property has recently been renovated. But the internet did not work.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great except when we checked out on Saturday & Sunday there were no luggage racks. I noticed when we checked in on Friday, there were only two for the whole building. Several of us staying there had to make several trips carrying everything. We have been staying here for the last 4 1/2 years while our daughter attended Bama. You need more luggage racks, especially during the busy back to school & all school year.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and convenient with a friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dale

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was absolutely the quietest hotel I've ever stayed in. It was very busy, but you couldn't hear doors close, anyone talking, any traffic, any bathroom sounds or anyone's television! We are extremely impressed. Furthermore, the breakfast offerings included fruit, yogurt, and the best hot cinnamon rolls ever!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

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

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stay at Holiday Inn whenever we travel. They are all greats room's
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The elevator certificate expired in April.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Donna

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
I always book this hotel when I’m in this area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard J

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
New
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alberto

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

10/10 Excellent

Candace, Brookshire

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice facilities, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Andy

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

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was amazing. Coffee machine with fresh ground coffee. Pancake machine that automatically makes the pancakes. Rooms were clean and the staff is extremely friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

10/10 Excellent

Wanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is so nice. Check in very quick. The building is new. Everything works and is really clean!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay went well overall, but the room did not seem like it had been thoroughly cleaned upon arrival. Overall staff was friendly and facilities were nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Helen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very understaffed. had to request new towels twice because maid did not get to room until late in day. even understaffed - the staff was friendly and polite
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025