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

RM515 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 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

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

BLAKE C

RM535 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

4. Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown near University

Downtown, 3.1 km from North of the River

Brent

RM475 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 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

Jacob

RM632 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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

6. Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown by IHG

Downtown, 3.3 km from North of the River

Chris

RM573 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

7. Homewood Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Downtown

Downtown, 3.3 km from North of the River

Kewa

RM612 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

8. The Alamite, Tuscaloosa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Downtown, 3.3 km from North of the River

Wanessa

RM714 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

Winfred Bruce

RM535 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

10. Best Western Catalina Inn

3.4 km from North of the River

Peter

RM414 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

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

East Central Tuscaloosa, 4.2 km from North of the River

Annemarie

RM526 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

12. AC Hotel by Marriott Tuscaloosa Downtown

Downtown, 3.6 km from North of the River

Misty

RM535 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a central fire feature, surrounded by a covered patio and a building with large windows.

13. Courtyard by Marriott Northport University of Alabama

3.2 km from North of the River

Carmen

RM512 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

14. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tuscaloosa University Area

South East Tuscaloosa, 5.5 km from North of the River

Tomeka

RM512 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

15. Econo Lodge Northport near University

3.4 km from North of the River

Shatia

RM312 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

16. avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG

South East Tuscaloosa, 6.7 km from North of the River

Nicole

RM399 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

17. SpringHill Suites Tuscaloosa by Marriott

South East Tuscaloosa, 6.7 km from North of the River

Jacqueline

RM512 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

18. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University

South East Tuscaloosa, 6.6 km from North of the River

Brendon

RM366 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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

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

7.6 km from North of the River

Susan

RM347 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

20. Budget Inn

3.9 km from North of the River

reid

RM352 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 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.

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 large building with a sign reading "Mary Hewell Alston Hall" at the entrance.

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 Bryant-Denny Stadium and Tuscaloosa Amphitheater.

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Top North of the River Hotel Reviews

Ambassador Inn and Suites Tuscaloosa

10/10 Excellent

"This is the least I have paid for a hotel in my life, but it was so nice! Such a great deal! Free breakfast and a store with snacks, drinks, medicine and even things like toothbrushes in case you forgot yours."

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 Black Warrior River and Indian Hills Golf Course 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 Black Warrior River and Indian Hills Golf Course. 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. Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown near University

5. Embassy Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Alabama Downtown

6. Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown by IHG

7. Homewood Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Downtown

8. The Alamite, Tuscaloosa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

9. Home2 Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Downtown University Blvd

10. Best Western Catalina Inn

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

12. AC Hotel by Marriott Tuscaloosa Downtown

13. Courtyard by Marriott Northport University of Alabama

14. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tuscaloosa University Area

15. Econo Lodge Northport near University

16. avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG

17. SpringHill Suites Tuscaloosa by Marriott

18. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University

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

20. Budget Inn

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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