The University of Alabama at Birmingham is a teaching hospital, research center and medical center. It provides state-of-the-art facilities with the latest medical technology, and welcomes patients from outlying areas who need the advanced practices available at UAB. Oftentimes, families accompany these patients and must have somewhere to stay for a night or more. Many hotels are available in the area.
The Residence Inn Birmingham Downtown at UAB offers full-kitchen suites and an outdoor pool. You will find cardiovascular machines and weight-lifting amenities in the exercise room. This hotel is 6 miles from the Birmingham airport and offers a shuttle for a fee. The kitchens include a full-size stove, refrigerator and dishwasher, plus a supply of cooking and eating utensils. Buffet-style breakfasts can be enjoyed each morning. Other meals are available in the Hearthroom, an on-site restaurant.
Residence Inn Birmingham Downtown at UAB
821 20th Street S.
Birmingham, AL 35205
205-731-9595
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Doubletree Hotel Birmingham is downtown, a couple of blocks from the UAB Medical Center. Parlor suites provide a sitting room with a desk, ideal for a business executive or someone who needs extra room. The bistro 808 South is open for dining from 6:30 a.m. until 2 p.m., and then again from 4 p.m. until 10 p.m. Enjoy the pool and fitness room after a busy day.
Doubletree Hotel Birmingham
808 20th Street S.
Birmingham, AL 35205
205-933-9000
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The Courtyard Birmingham Downtown at UAB offers 100 standard rooms and suites. The Courtyard Café provides breakfast and dinner in a casual atmosphere, and nearby restaurants such as Café Dupont, Highlands Bar & Grill and the Original Pancake House are within a mile of the hotel. A wet bar, mini-fridge and microwave oven are available in the rooms. High-speed Internet is available, and there are laundry facilities in the hotel.
Courtyard Birmingham Downtown at UAB
1820 5th Avenue S.
Birmingham, AL 35233
205-254-0004
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Hyatt Place Birmingham/Downtown provides transportation to local hospitals as a convenience to its guests. A round-the-clock guest kitchen has meals and snacks, and the Bakery Café has Starbucks coffee, plus beer, wine and baked goods. For heartier fare, consider the Hot and Hot Fish Club, the 26 Restaurant, Fire and Ice Bar and Grill or Ruth's Chris Steak House nearby.
Hyatt Place Birmingham/Downtown
2024 4th Avenue S.
Birmingham, AL 35233
205-322-8600
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