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Best Western University Inn

2.5 star property
Travelers start with a hearty breakfast, then dive into work at the business center or relax by the sun-drenched outdoor pool at this university-adjacent hotel.

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Best Western University Inn, steps from the University of Alabama, offers a convenient home base. Guests praise the free full breakfast and helpful staff for a smooth stay. Free WiFi in public areas keeps everyone connected.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
The current price is HK$484
HK$557 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Detached private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Detached private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Detached private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Detached private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Detached private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

South West Tuscaloosa, a neighbourhood in Tuscaloosa, is home to Best Western University Inn. Bowlero Tuscaloosa and Druid City Brewing Company are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Northwood Crossings and Northport Corners. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Bryant-Denny Stadium or Coleman Coliseum.
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Map
3801 Mcfarland Blvd E, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35405

What's nearby

  • Veterans Memorial Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Bowlero Tuscaloosa - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • University of Alabama - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Coleman Coliseum - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Bryant-Denny Stadium - 6 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Tuscaloosa Station - 5 min drive
  • Birmingham International Airport (BHM) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Logan's Roadhouse - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Best Western University Inn

Hotel near University of Alabama
Best Western University Inn provides amenities, such as free full breakfast and a business centre. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, a 24-hour front desk and a vending machine
  • A banquet hall
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 85 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as desk chairs and high-speed Internet. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with deep-soaking baths and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and free infant beds

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 0.01 per stay)
  • 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 full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Grab bar in bathtub (84 centimetre high)
  • Grab bar in shower (84 centimetre high)
  • Handrails in hallways (86 centimetre high)
  • Handrails in stairways (79 centimetre high)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Detached private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • 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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20.00 per pet, per day (maximum USD 100 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 36 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: USD 0.01 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Pet fee: USD 20.00 per pet, per day (maximum USD100 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western University Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western University Inn?

As of 19 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western University Inn on 24 Jan 2026 start from HK$484.27, 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.

Is Best Western University Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 36 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 20.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Best Western University Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western University Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Best Western University Inn?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Best Western University Inn located?

Located in South West Tuscaloosa, this hotel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Veterans Memorial Park, Bowlero Tuscaloosa and DCH Regional Medical Center. Noland Hospital Tuscaloosa and Druid City Brewing Company are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

Best Western University Inn Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 400 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 329 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 131 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 69 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 71 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The beds were extremely comfortable, very nice staff, great breakfast, clean rooms, but the outside of the hotel looks a little rundown
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Era

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean. The staff was great. My only complaint is that there was a foul smell in the room…
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The large comfortable room, really more like a junior suite, was nice. Breakfast was not. Very few items and coffee was mediocre at best.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

mara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great staff- very friendly! Rooms clean & comfortable. Basic accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

charles

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

Great room for the Price

Went to an Alabama game. The room was GREAT for the price. Close to the stadium and all the main eateries and shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and helpful when we had an issue at check in (door lock not working).
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The woman at the desk was amazing! Sweet and funny😁 It’s the best place to stay for the Alabama Football Games.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was a good experience. The room was clean, the staff was nice. Though we faced the street, the room was very quiet. Overall, it was a good experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean rooms and very helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, pool clean, room clean, everything works, convenient parking
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was nice place to stay I will for sure be coming back here to stay again everyone was so nice and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My FAVORITE SPOT
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We are local and needed a room after a severe storm came thru and knocked out the electricity. We would stay here again. The hotel is clean and staff were nice and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean hotel with really good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property for the money. Employees are friendly. Considering the location it’s clean and feels safe.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nikhom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location is convenient, with easy access and simple to find. The staff are friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Dustin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Breakfast was wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharonda

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

Favorite Staycation Spot!

I absolutely love this hotel!! The bed is super comfortable, the staff is friendly, the WiFi is great, the pool area is clean and so relaxing and the breakfast is always good!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast, check in and out was very easy and friendly staff. The bed was a bit hard and uncomfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friend staff. Room was in very good shape, clean and set up nicely.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

valerie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The building itself wasn’t in the best of shape . It was in a convenient location. The staff was wonderful to work with . They were all very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entire staff of this property was helpful and friendly. The pool was very well maintained, breakfast area was well stocked, and the cookies were delicious!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

JUDY

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

Will stay again.

Great hot breakfast. Eggs, meat, waffles, the works.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024