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Best Western Gardendale

2.5 star property
Hotel in Gardendale with free breakfast and fitness center

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Exterior
Outdoor pool
Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Lobby
Lobby
Reviews
8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • GymGymGym

Location

Map
842 Thompson St, Gardendale, AL, 35071
  • Popular LocationBirmingham Jefferson Convention Complex13 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Alabama Hospital15 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Alabama-Birmingham15 min drive
  • AirportBirmingham, AL (BHM-Birmingham Intl.)18 min drive
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Room options

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - double
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Gardendale

Best Western Gardendale is located in Gardendale. Birmingham Children's Theatre and Birmingham Civil Rights Institute are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Slossfield Community Center and A.G. Gaston Gardens. Check out an event or a game at Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex, and consider making time for Birmingham Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed.

What's nearby

  • Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex - 13 min drive
  • Alabama Theater - 13 min drive
  • University of Alabama Hospital - 15 min drive
  • University of Alabama-Birmingham - 15 min drive
  • Sloss Furnaces - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Birmingham Station - 14 min drive
  • Birmingham International Airport (BHM) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Auntie Anne's - 4 min drive
  • Chick-Fil-A - 6 min drive
  • Chick-Fil-A - 3 min drive
  • McDonald's - 5 min drive
  • Panera Bread - 2 min drive

About this property

Best Western Gardendale

Property highlights
Free full breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a gym are just a few of the amenities provided at Best Western Gardendale. Free in-room WiFi and a business center are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A computer station, a front-desk safe, and smoke-free premises
  • A 24-hour front desk, 1 meeting room, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Best Western Gardendale boast thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guests reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

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
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 21 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

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 fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

We should mention

The seasonal outdoor pool closes in August
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

Best Western Gardendale
Best Western Plus Gardendale
Best Western Plus Hotel Gardendale
Best Western Plus Gardendale Hotel
Best Western Gardendale Hotel
Best Western Gardendale Hotel
Best Western Gardendale Gardendale
Best Western Gardendale Hotel Gardendale

Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Gardendale have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Gardendale?

As of May 15, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Gardendale on May 21, 2024 start from P 5,344.42, 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 Gardendale pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Best Western Gardendale?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Gardendale?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Best Western Gardendale?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Best Western Gardendale located?

Situated in Gardendale, this hotel is within 12 mi (20 km) of Slossfield Community Center, University of Alabama-Birmingham, and Bethel Baptist Church. A.G. Gaston Gardens and Tuggle Elementary School are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Best Western Gardendale Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 328 out of 728 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 226 out of 728 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 728 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 728 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 728 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Glenview

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Vincenzo, Calgary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close enough location to surrounding tourist sites.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven, Ocala

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable beds, quiet. Good breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Kimberly

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Our room smelled dirty like dirty carpet moldy smell around sink.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joesph

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lobby clean rooms clean good a/c
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pharrell

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super polite staff with very clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristyne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy on and off to freeway. Food close by.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Nick

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was without a doubt one of the worst experiences I’ve ever had in a hotel. The hotel reeked of weed and cheap cologne/ perfume. The air conditioner didn’t work and was hot in the room. The pullout couch bed was broken and without sheets or blankets.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024