Top 10 North of the River Hotels of 2026

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

1. Residence Inn by Marriott Tuscaloosa

North of the River

Jamie

RM522 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

2. Hampton Inn Tuscaloosa-University

East Central Tuscaloosa, 2.8 km from North of the River

Elicia

RM497 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

3. Hotel Capstone

University Area, 2.7 km from North of the River

Jeffrey

RM594 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.

4. Homewood Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Downtown

Downtown, 3.3 km from North of the River

Kewa

RM611 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

5. Embassy Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Alabama Downtown

Downtown, 3.4 km from North of the River

Cameron

RM630 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

6. Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown near University

Downtown, 3.1 km from North of the River

safura

RM474 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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

7. The Alamite, Tuscaloosa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Downtown, 3.3 km from North of the River

Steve

RM799 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 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, 3.3 km from North of the River

Lyndsay

RM572 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel exterior with outdoor seating, a fire feature, and a large American flag.

9. Home2 Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Downtown University Blvd

Downtown, 3.6 km from North of the River

Howell

RM515 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

10. AC Hotel by Marriott Tuscaloosa Downtown

Downtown, 3.6 km from North of the River

Xianszelle

RM543 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University

South East Tuscaloosa, 6.6 km from North of the River

Caryn

RM398 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, a desk, and a mirror.

12. Best Western Catalina Inn

3.4 km from North of the River

Peter

RM413 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

13. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tuscaloosa University Area

South East Tuscaloosa, 5.5 km from North of the River

Morayo

RM512 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

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

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

East Central Tuscaloosa, 4.2 km from North of the River

JILL

RM544 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

15. SpringHill Suites Tuscaloosa by Marriott

South East Tuscaloosa, 6.7 km from North of the River

Michelle

RM511 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A Fairfield by Marriott hotel entrance with a stone facade, large glass doors, and a parking area in front.

16. Fairfield Inn Tuscaloosa by Marriott

South East Tuscaloosa, 6.7 km from North of the River

Prakash

RM355 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

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

17. avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG

South East Tuscaloosa, 6.7 km from North of the River

Caterina

RM417 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a bathroom visible through a glass door.

18. Econo Lodge Northport near University

3.4 km from North of the River

Shatia

RM343 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

19. Hampton Inn Tuscaloosa-East

10.7 km from North of the River

James Ray

RM458 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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

20. Comfort Suites Tuscaloosa near University

South East Tuscaloosa, 6.6 km from North of the River

Abbie

RM379 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

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Where to stay in North of the River

Find the best North of the River areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A large white building with columns, a central staircase, and a well-maintained garden.

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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A large, historic building with multiple arches and columns, a prominent tower, and a well-maintained lawn.

Downtown

If you're spending some time in Downtown, Jemison Van de Graaff Mansion and Tuscaloosa Amphitheater 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 white building with columns and a balcony, surrounded by pink flowers.

East Central Tuscaloosa

While visiting East Central Tuscaloosa, you might make a stop by sights like Black Warrior River and Lake Tamaha.

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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 Jemison Van de Graaff Mansion and Bryant-Denny Stadium.

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Top North of the River Hotel Reviews

Ambassador Inn and Suites Tuscaloosa

10/10 Excellent

"Good and helpful staff Very good and cost effective"

Frequently asked questions

What is North of the River like?

Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Tuscaloosa's North of the River neighbourhood has to offer. Are you looking for North of the River travel tips? Make sure that you visit Indian Hills Golf Course and Black Warrior River while you're in the neighbourhood.

How many hotels will I be able to find in North of the River?

With 17 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in North of the River to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Tuscaloosa area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in North of the River, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best deals in North of the River.

What is there to do around this Tuscaloosa neighbourhood?

A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in North of the River are Indian Hills Golf Course and Black Warrior River. While you're out sightseeing, Gorgas House and Alabama Museum of Natural History are a couple of additional sights to visit in Tuscaloosa.

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Our top choices for North of the River hotels

1. Residence Inn by Marriott Tuscaloosa

2. Hampton Inn Tuscaloosa-University

3. Hotel Capstone

4. Homewood Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Downtown

5. Embassy Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Alabama Downtown

6. Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown near University

7. The Alamite, Tuscaloosa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

8. Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown by IHG

9. Home2 Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Downtown University Blvd

10. AC Hotel by Marriott Tuscaloosa Downtown

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University

12. Best Western Catalina Inn

13. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tuscaloosa University Area

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

15. SpringHill Suites Tuscaloosa by Marriott

16. Fairfield Inn Tuscaloosa by Marriott

17. avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG

18. Econo Lodge Northport near University

19. Hampton Inn Tuscaloosa-East

20. Comfort Suites Tuscaloosa near University

Where to stay in North of the River

University Area

Downtown

South East Tuscaloosa

East Central Tuscaloosa

Druid City

Top North of the River Hotel Reviews

Ambassador Inn and Suites Tuscaloosa

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