The small town of Rogersville, Alabama, is located in the north of the state off Route 65 between Birmingham and Nashville, Tennessee. It is situated on the edge of the Joe Wheeler State Park and is about a half-hour drive from Muscle Shoals, the site of the famous recording studio whose luminaries include Aretha Franklin, Lynyrd Skynyrd and The Allman Brothers.The nearest large town is Athens, but Rogersville, despite its size, offers two places to stay for visitors to the area.
The Economy Inn is a newly renovated motel on the edge of the Joe Wheeler State Park and is situated on the Lee Highway to the southwest of Rogersville. It boasts all of the expected amenities including free Wi-Fi Internet, cable television and a golf course close by. Visitors to the hotel are assured that there are restaurants and shopping opportunities situated close to the hotel. The Economy Inn is well situated for those looking to take advantage of the surrounding natural park, and boat tours and bird-watching trails are offered by companies in the area.
This family-run bed and breakfast claims to offer travelers a relaxing and tranquil atmosphere in which to enjoy the area. It offers three large guest rooms, each with its own theme and each offering a private balcony, fireplace and jacuzzi bath. The Longing for Home offers breakfast, a steam room and nearby walking trails.
Florence, about 30 miles away, boasts a Marriott which features 200 rooms with balconies and views of Florence. The hotel doubles as a spa and contains a swimming pool, barbers and a games room to keep guests entertained. There is also a Knight's Inn in Florence that offers all of the usual amenities, such as Wi-Fi and cable television. Other places to stay in Florence include City Lodge and Hampton Inn.
A half hour to the east of Rogersville is Athens, which has a large collection of chain hotels and motels, mostly situated on the highway. There is a Days Inn which includes Wi-Fi Internet, two-room suites and conference facilities. Another option in Athens is the 88-room Hampton Athens Hotel with double or single rooms, close to restaurants and shopping.
