Best Western Fairwinds Inn

Hotels
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Best Western
7.4 (119 reviews)
1917 Commerce Avenue, Cullman, Alabama, 35055 , Cullman , US
+1 256-737-5009

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Pets allowed

Facilities

Free breakfast
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Express check-out
Express check-in
Wheelchair accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Braille or raised signage
Free self parking
Pool sun loungers
Free continental breakfast
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms reported by many guests
Friendly and helpful staff / owner
Good value for price (several mentions)
Comfortable beds reported by several guests
Convenient location near highways and dining
Cons:
Poor and poorly replenished breakfast
Strong cleaning/paint, smoke, or musty odors in some rooms
Occasional stained bedding and hair in tub reported
Noisy AC and old mattresses in some rooms
Limited amenities (small dining area, no easy ice access)

Categories

Cleanliness
6.8
Mixed reports: many guests said rooms were clean and remodeled, but several reports of stained bedding, hair in tub, strong cleaning/paint smells and smoke/musty odours lowered confidence.
Service
9.8
Consistently positive: multiple mentions of friendly, helpful desk staff and an owner who takes good care of the property; front desk interactions described as professional and welcoming.
Location
8.3
Generally favorable: close to highway and plenty of nearby dining options; some mention of quiet location, though parking area cleanliness and exterior lighting/noise were noted as issues.
Room Quality
6.5
Mixed to below-average: several comments about old mattresses, noisy AC, musty or chemical/paint smells, and dated rooms despite some recent updates.
Amenities
6
Limited: breakfast area is small with few options and inadequate replenishment; no convenient ice access and basic motel-style amenities overall.
Value for Money
9.3
Perceived as good value by many guests (comments: 'good for the price', 'cheap'), despite a few mentions that pricing felt high for the product.
Food and Beverage
4.5
Noted weakness: multiple guests described the breakfast as poor, limited, often not replenished and among the worst they've experienced for this hotel type.
Overall Experience
8
Overall a satisfactory stay for budget travelers: clean rooms and strong service balance out issues with breakfast, occasional odors, and dated room elements.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:39

Property Description

Outdoor Pool and Complimentary Breakfast
Enjoy our outdoor pool and start your day with a complimentary continental breakfast.

Business Center and Express Check-In
Take advantage of our business center and speedy check-in options for a convenient stay.

Convenient Location
Located just minutes away from popular attractions such as Sportsman Lake Park and Cullman Downtown Commercial Historic District.

Book your stay at Best Western Fairwinds Inn for a relaxing and well-equipped experience.

Important information:

  • 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.
  • This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: BHM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Maximum number of pets per room 2

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • General

    Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

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Location

Property Accessibility

Public Area
  • Hill Located: No
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Type:
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: Yes
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
  • Lifts Accessible: No
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Guest Reviews

7.4
Based on 119 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.8
Service: 9.8
Location: 8.3
Room Quality: 6.5
Amenities: 6
Value for Money: 9.3
Food and Beverage: 4.5
Overall Experience: 8
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diane
6
Pros:

Breakfast not good Room floor was coming upon

2025-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Crystal • family
10
Pros:

The rooms were clean, and there is plenty of nearby dining options.

2025-10-06 • via Nuitee
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Brian • family
8
Pros:

The property was fine. We stayed in room 217. There was a very strong cleaning chemical smell, could have been oil based paint/turpentine type smell. It was strong but manageable. The only complaint would be the limited dining area and the small options for breakfast.

2025-10-05 • via Nuitee
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Betty • family
6
Pros:

Unless you are a heavy sleeper, the flood light outside your window will keep you up.. No curtains either, just a roll up thin blind

2025-09-30 • via Nuitee
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June
6
Pros:

Was okay breakfast wasn’t a whole lot there and if you got

2025-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Vanessa • friends
6
Pros:

The room was clean but the breakfast was probably the worst we have ever had for this type of hotel. There was basically no breakfast left and no one replenished the supplies.

2025-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Jared
2
Pros:

We were nervous to sleep there and literally left after being there for 5 mins.

2025-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Dean
10
Pros:

It was a little dated but clean and well kept

2025-07-28 • via Nuitee
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Crystal • partner
10
Pros:

I loved the cleanliness and the comfort of the bed!

2025-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Theresa
6
Pros:

The beds were comfy. The cleaner smell was overwhelming and the floor required the use of shoes.

2025-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Thomas
8
Good for the price
Pros:

Check in was easy. Room, bathroom, and beds were clean. Breakfast was adequate. Room had a musty smell and the air conditioner was a little nosy. Overall good for the price.

2025-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Tim
2
Pros:

Every single sheet and bedding had gross stains covering them. Hair all over in the tub from previous users.

2025-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Pam
10
Pros:

Peter the owner takes very. Very good care of the property and everyone is very nice

2025-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Robert
6
Pros:

Parking lot had alot of cigarette butts and other trash.

2025-06-18 • via Nuitee
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jimmy r.
8
Pros:

Smelled very clean, recent remodel, very quiet location.

2025-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Guillermina E. • partner
4
Pros:

Mattress was very old, I could move from the edge because at the center you would rolled in,
Ac very noisy

2025-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Alissa • family
10
Pros:

We try not to stay in motels, but this one was very clean and we felt completely safe.

2025-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Lois • family
8
Pros:

An older style motel, but very clean and staff were helpful and friendly.

2025-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Johnny • family_with_children
8
Pros:

Most importantly the room was very clean. Not many options for breakfast.

2025-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • family
6
Pros:

Rooms smell very strongly of smoke. Rooms are marked non-smoking but seems like it is not enforced.

2025-04-12 • via Nuitee