By Stephanie Mojica
Birmingham, Alabama is one of the most visited historic cities in the Southeastern
United States, and was a major player in the 20th century civil rights movement. Birmingham is located in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains and offers a number of dining, recreation and entertainment choices to its visitors. The city also has a number of hotel options suitable for all vacation or business travel budgets.
The Tutwiler Hotel
The Tutwiler Hotel is located in downtown Birmingham, and is operated by the major hotel company Hampton Inn and Suites. Guests at The Tutwiler can enjoy a fitness center, a business center, on-site shopping options, a bar, a restaurant and room service. A full hot breakfast, cooked to order, is served each day. There is also a lending library for both books and movies. Rooms include 32-inch LCD televisions, DVD players and high-speed Internet access.
The Tutwiler Hotel
2021 Park Place North
Birmingham, Alabama 35203
(205)322-2100
thetutwilerhotel.com
Days Inn Galleria
Days Inn Galleria is a solid choice for budget travelers or those who wish to bring pets on their trip to Birmingham. The hotel is across from a shopping mall and is also close to downtown Birmingham. Seven restaurants and a number of fast-food options are within walking distance of Days Inn Galleria. On-site amenities include a swimming pool, free local shuttle service within three miles and high-speed Internet. Some rooms have refrigerators and microwaves, and a hot breakfast is served.
Days Inn Galleria
1800 Riverchase Drive
Birmingham, Alabama 35244
(205) 985-7500
www.daysinn.com
The Hotel Highland
The Hotel Highland is an independent luxury hotel featuring a host of services for its guests. Rooms and suites feature Brazilian bedding and other furnishings from the South American country. There are also high-definition televisions and high-speed Internet access provided in guest rooms. The Hotel Highland has an on-site martini bar, daily expanded continental breakfast and is within walking distance to a number of Birmingham restaurants. Several vacation packages are also offered by the hotel, which can include golfing or romantic accents such as rose petals and chilled wine.
The Hotel Highland
1023 20th Street South
Birmingham, Alabama 35205
(205) 933-9555
thehotelhighland.com
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About the Author:
Stephanie Mojica has been a journalist since 1997. Her articles have appeared in newspapers such as "The Philadelphia Inquirer" and "The Virginian-Pilot," as well as several online publications. Mojica earned a Bachelor of General Studies, Arts and Science degree from Athabasca University in 2005 and is a certified weight-loss coach.
