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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG

Property class: 2.5

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An outdoor seating area with stone tables, blue umbrellas, and potted plants.
A spacious lobby with a seating area, a bar, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern lounge area with a flat-screen TV, comfortable seating, a fireplace, and a patterned carpet.
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and an American flag.
A reception desk with a modern design, featuring a neutral color palette and a combination of wood and metal elements.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is AU$156
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct

Explore the area

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6350 Interstate Drive, Cottondale, AL, 35453
  • Place, Veterans Memorial Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Alabama
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Tuscaloosa River Walk
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window.

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

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

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a wall-mounted heater.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, TV, and a chair.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Extra Floor Space)

A bed with white bedding and two pillows.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Extra Floor Space)

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, TV, and a chair.

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a wall-mounted heater.

Standard Room

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a wall-mounted heater.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(35 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, TV, and a chair.

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

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Mobility Accessible)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a wall-mounted heater.

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

About the area

Cottondale

At Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG, you'll be 9.8 km (6.1 mi) from University of Alabama and 15.1 km (9.4 mi) from Bryant-Denny Stadium. 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 fitness centre and a business centre. Plus you'll find a 24-hour front desk, a lift and a banquet hall. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Cottondale hotel include Tuscaloosa Veterans Affairs Medical Center and Veterans Memorial Park.

What's nearby

  • Veterans Memorial Park - 6 min drive - 10.1 km
  • University of Alabama - 9 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Tuscaloosa River Walk - 9 min drive - 16.7 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

  • ‪Logan's Roadhouse - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Wright's Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chabely's Mexican Grill - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a business centre on site. Free breakfast is served daily. Free self parking is available.

This Cottondale hotel is smoke free.

  • 95 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • 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
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Business services

  • Business centre

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
  • Smoking not allowed

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
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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 25 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG on 25 Oct 2026 start from AU$156, 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.

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

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 422 out of 547 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 547 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 547 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 547 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 547 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay clean staff great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay. Clean room, comfy bed. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good food and room vondition.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stop on a long road trip. Clean and good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was convenient for travel and very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for stopping during a road trip. Close to the highway, nearby food options, spacious rooms and friendly staff. Always a plus with available breakfast and coffee machines.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was excellent!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Upon check-in, staff was helpful but that’s pretty much the only time we saw someone at the front desk. Other than that, good site, good pool, etc. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes, very courteous staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, friendly staff, parking was a bit tight but still a good location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best stays I've had in a while.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet clean hotel with nice breakfast options.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Would stay again

Great hotel and staff, nice breakfast buffet included.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was delicious. Only change which would be nice is slow cooked oatmeal.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms..
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room , staff and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Vey easy check in and friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast and comfortable beds!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

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