avid hotel Tuscaloosa - University Area by IHG

Hotels
Avid
9.2 (752 reviews)
3924 McFarland Boulevard East , Tuscaloosa , us

Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
Soundproof rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
Wheelchair accessible
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Good location
Comfortable beds
Cons:
Limited breakfast options
Rough towels

Categories

Cleanliness
9.3
Reviews consistently mention clean and well-maintained rooms.
Service
9.8
Numerous reviews highlight the friendly and accommodating staff.
Location
9.3
Conveniently located and easy access to major routes.
Room Quality
9.3
Rooms are described as comfortable and modern.
Amenities
8.8
Generally good amenities, though food options could be improved.
Value for Money
9.3
Guests report good value for price, exceeding expectations.
Food and Beverage
8.3
Breakfast options received mixed reviews; improvements suggested.
Overall Experience
9.5
Overall experience is highly positive based on guest feedback.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 11:19

Property Description

Modern Accommodations
Avid hotels - Tuscaloosa - University Area offers contemporary rooms with air conditioning, private bathrooms, and comfortable workspaces.

Convenient Amenities
Guests can enjoy a 24-hour front desk, a shared lounge, and a business center for all their needs during their stay.

Ideal Location
Situated near major attractions like Bryant Denny Stadium and the University of Alabama, this non-smoking property provides easy access to the best of Tuscaloosa.

Experience comfort and convenience at avid hotels - Tuscaloosa - University Area, an IHG Hotel.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 752 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.3
Service: 9.8
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 9.3
Amenities: 8.8
Value for Money: 9.3
Food and Beverage: 8.3
Overall Experience: 9.5
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Kight couple us
9
Clean pleasant place.
Pros:

Smelled good even inThe hallways. The mattress was comfortable.

Cons:

Housekeeper did not refill shower gel.

2026-04-16 via Nuitee
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Allen extended_group us
8
2026-04-16 via Nuitee
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Bender couple us
10
2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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Jamia couple us
10
2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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Jerry couple us
10
2026-04-12 via Nuitee
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Smith couple us
10
2026-04-12 via Nuitee
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alison family_with_children us
9
Pros:

Clean room and friendly staff

2026-04-11 via Nuitee
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James couple us
10
Pros:

Average not much selection in cereals

2026-04-07 via Nuitee
R
Robert couple us
10
Pros:

Clean

Cons:

Everything was good

2026-04-06 via Nuitee
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Ny'kia couple us
10
2026-04-06 via Nuitee
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Jelani Swims family_with_children us
1
Pros:

The staff was horrible

2026-04-06 via Nuitee
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Albert solo_traveller us
8
Simple, comfortable, good!
Pros:

Simple, comfortable, good!

2026-04-06 via Nuitee
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Robert couple us
10
2026-04-05 via Nuitee
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James family_with_children us
1
Pros:

The locks were bad and locked me out of my room and they didn't even care had to wear dirty clothes and none of my stuff did give me no discount for it

Cons:

Horrible please don't care about their guest would not recommend staying there if something goes wrong to bad

2026-04-05 via Nuitee
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Ayah couple us
10
2026-03-31 via Nuitee
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Tricia solo_traveller us
1
Horrible
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Tv and the mount fell off of the wall and smashed my computer- still can't get the hotel to talk to me although they lied to their national brand telling them they did talk to me on the phone.

2026-03-30 via Nuitee
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Tricia solo_traveller us
1
Tv smashed my computer and hotel still won't talk to me after escalating with them.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Tv fell on my computer

2026-03-30 via Nuitee
I
Isolda couple us
10
We fell that we wish to return
Pros:

The staff was amazing!!!

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-30 via Nuitee
M
MONIQUE couple us
10
A great stay!
Pros:

Very quiet and clean. Great staff and the breakfast was awesome

Cons:

No microwaves in the rooms

2026-03-26 via Nuitee
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Jackson family_with_children us
10
2026-03-24 via Nuitee