What's it like in East Central Tuscaloosa?

Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Tuscaloosa's East Central Tuscaloosa neighbourhood has to offer. Are you looking for East Central Tuscaloosa travel tips? Make sure that you visit Black Warrior River and Lake Tamaha while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in East Central Tuscaloosa?

Based on our traveller data, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay in East Central Tuscaloosa. This hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Hampton Inn Tuscaloosa-University and InTown Suites Extended Stay Tuscaloosa AL - University of Alabama .

How many hotels will I find in East Central Tuscaloosa?

Expedia has 80 hotels and other accommodation options in East Central Tuscaloosa to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Tuscaloosa area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in East Central Tuscaloosa, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals in East Central Tuscaloosa.

What are the top things to see and do in East Central Tuscaloosa?

Black Warrior River, Lake Tamaha and Bowlero Tuscaloosa are just a few attractions to check out in East Central Tuscaloosa. While you're out sightseeing, Paul W. Bryant Museum and Coleman Coliseum are a couple of additional sights to visit in Tuscaloosa.

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A modern dining area with wooden tables and blue chairs, a large flat-screen TV, and a kitchen area with a wooden ceiling.

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG

East Central Tuscaloosa

Annemarie

RM526 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, pendant lighting, and a fruit bowl.

2. Hampton Inn Tuscaloosa-University

East Central Tuscaloosa

Elicia

RM497 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A room with a window, a reception desk, a door, and a ceiling light fixture.

3. Bel-Aire Motel Tuscaloosa

East Central Tuscaloosa

James

RM278 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious lobby with a central red carpet, seating areas, and a large chandelier.

4. Hotel Capstone

University Area, 3.2 km from East Central Tuscaloosa

BLAKE C

RM555 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a stone fire pit, and a pergola with string lights.

5. Residence Inn by Marriott Tuscaloosa

North of the River, 2.7 km from East Central Tuscaloosa

Jamie

RM515 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a central fire feature, and a covered seating area.

6. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tuscaloosa University Area

South East Tuscaloosa, 3.3 km from East Central Tuscaloosa

Tomeka

RM512 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A modern dining area with a long table, chairs, and a coffee station.

7. avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG

South East Tuscaloosa, 4.4 km from East Central Tuscaloosa

Nicole

RM413 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple hanging light fixtures, and a bar stocked with bottles.

8. Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown by IHG

Downtown, 5.9 km from East Central Tuscaloosa

Kelly

RM592 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A bar with a curved ceiling, red chairs, and hanging spherical light fixtures.

9. Embassy Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Alabama Downtown

Downtown, 5.6 km from East Central Tuscaloosa

Jacob

RM632 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, red seating, and a modern interior design.

10. Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown near University

Downtown, 5.5 km from East Central Tuscaloosa

Natalie

RM475 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A modern lobby with a bar area, seating, and a television screen.

11. The Alamite, Tuscaloosa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Downtown, 5.5 km from East Central Tuscaloosa

Sara

RM714 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern bar area with high tables and stools, large windows, and a view of the cityscape.

12. Homewood Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Downtown

Downtown, 5.8 km from East Central Tuscaloosa

Sean

RM613 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a parking area.

13. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University

South East Tuscaloosa, 4.3 km from East Central Tuscaloosa

Stephen

RM367 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A modern outdoor patio with seating, a view of the city, and string lights.

14. AC Hotel by Marriott Tuscaloosa Downtown

Downtown, 5.7 km from East Central Tuscaloosa

Misty

RM613 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

An outdoor patio with stone and metal furniture, including two sofas and a table.

15. SpringHill Suites Tuscaloosa by Marriott

South East Tuscaloosa, 5.6 km from East Central Tuscaloosa

Jacqueline

RM512 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a coffee machine, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

16. Comfort Suites Tuscaloosa near University

South East Tuscaloosa, 4.3 km from East Central Tuscaloosa

Abbie

RM354 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A bathroom with a shower, grab bars, a bathtub, a vanity with a mirror, and a towel rack.

17. Home2 Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Downtown University Blvd

Downtown, 5.9 km from East Central Tuscaloosa

Winfred Bruce

RM536 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A Country Inn & Suites building with a central entrance, multiple windows, and a sign above the entrance.

18. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Tuscaloosa, AL

5.1 km from East Central Tuscaloosa

Susan

RM348 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with a bar, and large windows providing natural light.

19. Best Western University Inn

South West Tuscaloosa, 4.2 km from East Central Tuscaloosa

Frank

RM356 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

An outdoor seating area with fire pits, wooden panel walls, ceiling fans, and a TV mounted on the wall.

20. Candlewood Suites Tuscaloosa by IHG

Skyland Park, 4.9 km from East Central Tuscaloosa

Kelly

RM526 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

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Where to stay in East Central Tuscaloosa

Find the best East Central Tuscaloosa areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Bryant-Denny Stadium with its distinctive architecture and the name "BRYANT-DENNY STADIUM" prominently displayed.

University Area

If you're spending some time in University Area, Paul W. Bryant Museum and Coleman Coliseum are top sights worth seeing.

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The First African Baptist Church in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

Downtown

If you're spending some time in Downtown, Tuscaloosa Amphitheater and Tuscaloosa River Walk are top sights worth seeing.

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Ancient ruins with columns and an archway amidst a grassy area with trees in the background.

South East Tuscaloosa

South East Tuscaloosa might not have many top sights, but Coleman Coliseum and Bryant-Denny Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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A river under a bridge surrounded by lush greenery.

North of the River

While visiting North of the River, you might make a stop by sights like Black Warrior River and Indian Hills Golf Course.

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Druid City

Though Druid City may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bryant-Denny Stadium and Tuscaloosa Amphitheater.

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Top East Central Tuscaloosa Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Great"

Homewood Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"The rooms are very spacious and equipped with many necessities including full fridge and freezer, stovetop, full length ironing board, etc. Also, the staff were helpful and kind. I’m not sure if the hotel owns the restaurant as well, but staff at “205” were extremely friendly as well. We really enjoyed our stay!"

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University

8/10 Good

"The staff was great and the place was clean. The breakfast was good and plenty to choose from…my only issue was with the pillows on the bed, I usually bring my own and I just couldn’t get comfortable with the ones provided but that’s more a me issue than them!"

Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown near University

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms were clean and there is a separate vent in the bathroom for moisture and noise reduction. Staff were super friendly. Breakfast options were good and are available until 10am. Convenient location to campus. Ample parking. Only caveat is that there is a median on the street so if you’re approaching with the hotel on your left you’ll have to make a u-turn somewhere to get there."

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Our top choices for East Central Tuscaloosa hotels

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG

2. Hampton Inn Tuscaloosa-University

3. Bel-Aire Motel Tuscaloosa

4. Hotel Capstone

5. Residence Inn by Marriott Tuscaloosa

6. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tuscaloosa University Area

7. avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG

8. Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown by IHG

9. Embassy Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Alabama Downtown

10. Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown near University

11. The Alamite, Tuscaloosa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

12. Homewood Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Downtown

13. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University

14. AC Hotel by Marriott Tuscaloosa Downtown

15. SpringHill Suites Tuscaloosa by Marriott

16. Comfort Suites Tuscaloosa near University

17. Home2 Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Downtown University Blvd

18. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Tuscaloosa, AL

19. Best Western University Inn

20. Candlewood Suites Tuscaloosa by IHG

Where to stay in East Central Tuscaloosa

University Area

Downtown

South East Tuscaloosa

North of the River

Druid City

Top East Central Tuscaloosa Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG

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