avid hotel Tuscaloosa - University Area by IHG

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Avid
9.2 (696 reviews)
3924 McFarland Boulevard East , Tuscaloosa , US
+1 205-650-4600

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Business center
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Very clean / spotless rooms
Friendly, helpful staff
Comfortable beds
Affordable / good value
Convenient location / close to campus
24-hour fresh ground coffee and well-stocked seating/charging area
Cons:
Breakfast limited / disappointing hot-bar variety
No microwave in rooms
Some rooms are basic/tight
Loud A/C and road noise in some rooms
Occasional housekeeping issues (dirty sheets, insects reported)
Unable to stream Netflix on in-room TV

Categories

Cleanliness
9.9
Consistently praised as very clean and spotless across many reviews; isolated report of dirty sheets and some insects noted.
Service
10
Staff repeatedly described as wonderful, friendly and helpful (front desk called out by name in multiple reviews).
Location
9.6
Frequently noted as a good location and convenient/proximate to campus and nearby breakfast options; one guest reported difficulty finding the turn.
Room Quality
8.8
Beds and rooms described as comfortable and clean, but several comments about basic/tight rooms, loud A/C, road noise and a short shower curtain.
Amenities
8.2
Strong points include 24-hour fresh ground coffee and well-equipped seating/charging in breakfast area; weaknesses include no in-room microwave and limited hot-bar variety.
Value for Money
9.7
Multiple guests stated the hotel is affordable with great price and good value for a comfortable stay.
Food and Beverage
8
Breakfast received mixed-to-negative feedback (limited variety, subpar/ disappointing hot bar) though some items (scrambled eggs) and coffee were praised.
Overall Experience
9.4
Overall very positive sentiment: many guests would stay again, recommend the property, and highlight cleanliness and staff as highlights.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:29

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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 696 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.9
Service: 10
Location: 9.6
Room Quality: 8.8
Amenities: 8.2
Value for Money: 9.7
Food and Beverage: 8
Overall Experience: 9.4
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Robert • family_with_children • us
10
Will definitely stay at Avid again.
Pros:

Some of the best scrambled eggs that I have had in a while. Excellent breakfast. Yolanda and James were wonderful

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • us
10
2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Quamarron • couple • us
10
2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Hazel Cassey • family_with_children • us
10
Will be saying here when I come back to visit my son at Alabama University.
Pros:

The staff, the lobby/breakfast area were so amazing. Clean and helpful.

Cons:

The breakfast area and coffee/tea bar. Seating was very comfortable. Each seating area had plugs to plug in any device you might have. It was well stocked, clean and full of variety.

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Rodney • couple • us
4
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Doris • couple • us
7
The stay was nice and clean but what was a down fall for me was it was no microwave. I don’t think I will stay here agai
Pros:

Nice and clean

Cons:

No microwave in the room

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Leslie • couple • us
7
This is a ‘no frills’ hotel. It’s clean & was a good value for sleep/showering but I wouldn’t have been comforta
Pros:

The hotel was clean & staff was super friendly

Cons:

The rooms are super basic. A king room was tight for 2 people. The a/c was loud & the road noise was definitely noticeable

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Crawford • couple • us
10
Love staying there and have been for now 3 years! Great price and great service!
Pros:

Everyone so kind!! Place is very clean! Love that they serve fresh ground coffee 24 hours!

Cons:

That I can’t watch my Netflix.:(

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Jerry • couple • us
9
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Marvin • couple • us
10
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Marvin • couple • us
10
Clean and good location for everything
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Very clean

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Stefanie • couple • us
8
We would stay here again it was comfortable and affordable
Pros:

The proximity to campus

Cons:

Breakfast was disappointing

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Meredith • couple • us
10
2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Taraus • couple • us
8
2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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AUDRA • extended_group • us
7
Comfortable
Pros:

Clean

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Robin • solo_traveller • us
9
I’m a fan of Avid!
Pros:

I had a great experience at this hotel! I slept like a baby! The bed was incredibly comfortable, and I almost wanted to take it home with me! The room was spotless, and I enjoyed the sound of the cars on the highway. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful.

Cons:

It’s quite challenging to reach the destination. I was rerouted twice because I kept missing the turn.

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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George • couple • us
9
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Schliter • solo_traveller • us
10
I love the property it was very nice and clean, front desk was very pleasant and when I made a complaint about the peopl
Pros:

Very beautiful

Cons:

The breakfast, there wasn’t much to choose from at the hot bar just Egg, sausage and potatoes. I was hoping for grits, pancakes or waffles maybe bacon

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Heidi • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Jalissa • couple • us
10
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee