The Painted Lady

Hotels
9.4 (66 reviews)
2143 2nd Avenue South , Birmingham , US

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets allowed
Express check-in/check-out
Non-smoking throughout
Street parking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Warm and friendly staff
Unique historic decor
Cons:
Lack of breakfast options
Limited room amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
9.71
Many reviews highlight cleanliness as a positive, with mentions of clean and comfy rooms.
Service
9.98
Guests consistently mention warm and friendly staff providing excellent service.
Location
9.92
The hotel is praised for its historic and convenient location, close to restaurants and activities.
Room Quality
9.77
Rooms are described as big, beautiful, and well-decorated, contributing to a positive sentiment.
Amenities
8.5
Some guests felt lacking in amenities like a fridge and breakfast options.
Value for Money
9.46
Overall sentiment suggests good value considering the unique offerings, though some amenities were missed.
Food and Beverage
8.01
Limited food options were cited as a con, specifically the absence of breakfast.
Overall Experience
9.88
Overall love for the hotel with many expressing a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 17:56

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
Indulge in spacious rooms with modern amenities and stylish decor, perfect for a comfortable stay.

Convenient Location
Located near popular attractions such as McWane Center and Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, making sightseeing a breeze.

Exceptional Service
Experience top-notch hospitality with a 24-hour front desk and friendly staff ready to assist you throughout your stay.

Book The Painted Lady now for an unforgettable Birmingham getaway with unparalleled comfort and convenience.

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.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: BHM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 66 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.71
Service: 9.98
Location: 9.92
Room Quality: 9.77
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 9.46
Food and Beverage: 8.01
Overall Experience: 9.88
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Melissa • partner
8
Pros:

Clean room. Easy to get to.

2025-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Jill • couple • us
9
Don't miss The Painted Lady!)
Pros:

The sweet boutique hotel was such a great find!! It is located in a historic building that used to be a brothel. The decor hinted at that history in a super classy and luxe way. Our welcome from Ashley was warm and friendly and super helpful. The room was big and beautiful with a comfortable bed and linens. The amenities in the bathroom were very nice. There is a fantastic little cocktail bar, Bygones, in the same block which was a fun surprise. It felt like an extension of the hotel which was nice.

Cons:

The only, VERY MINOR, inconvenience was lack of a closet for hanging clothes. There were a couple of door hooks but if we'd had much more with us, it would have been problematic. This would NOT keep us from going back and, again, is very minor.

2025-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Sinaed • family
10
Pros:

Great hotel

2025-10-08 • via Nuitee
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matthew
8
Pros:

Paper thin walls/doors made for som wrestlers sleep with other guests being loud
Other than that it was nice
Also, no elevator that I was aware of made luggage a little bit of a pain

2025-10-06 • via Nuitee
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Shannon • solo_traveller • us
10
2025-10-06 • via Nuitee
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Carli
10
Pros:

The parking area was safe right behind the building. The cleanliness was unmatched and the very helpful staff was amazing. The sheets, towels and shower were very clean. We will be returning again!

2025-10-05 • via Nuitee
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Mary • partner
6
Pros:

The Painted Lady is more of a boarding house than a hotel It does have cutely decorated rooms and a clean facility. The coffee and tea station was fine. We had to use our towels to block the very bright light streaming around the door from the hall into our room all night making it difficult to sleep.
Parking is down the street 1/2 a block. Very stripped down tiny lobby. Not sure the price is commensurate to accommodations.

2025-10-03 • via Nuitee
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Casey • extended_group • us
7
Great space for one night trip to Birmingham. Location is close to many activities.
Pros:

The history of the building and the cleanliness. Easy access to rooms.

Cons:

There wasn’t a small microwave or mini fridge in the room. There was a central coffee station and cooler in the hallway.

2025-09-20 • via Nuitee
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Rudolph • family
10
Pros:

It is it used to be a brothel, so be prepared for the Staff to help you with your luggage up the staircase. Overall peace and quiet is what you will get at this hotel. There are several restaurants and cafés within walking distance from the Hotel. Highly recommended!

2025-09-20 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • us
10
Won't be staying anywhere else when we visit UAB. We've found our spot!
Pros:

This was an incredible place to stay! You really don't know what ti expect when you're staying somewhere you've never stayed, but the attention to detail was great! Wonderfully decorated, and very welcoming staff. Can't beat free parking as well! We'll be back very soon!

Cons:

If I'm being picky, the TV could have been a little larger, but everything else was so great, it doesn't even matter...

2025-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Tyson • couple • us
10
2025-09-15 • via Nuitee
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William • couple • us
10
Great, renovated and unique location.
Pros:

It's an amazing spot especially if you're going to a concert downtown

2025-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Verified traveler
10
clean and comfy
Pros:

loved our room,, clean and comfy

2025-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Samantha • couple • us
10
We loved our stay and would absolutely stay again!
Pros:

Perfect location, comfy bed/very nice sheets, decor was very cute!

Cons:

Only thing missing was a usb port

2025-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Fredricka • partner
10
Pros:

Everything was great.

2025-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Benee
10
Pros:

The water pressure in the shower was my only complaint

2025-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Shane • couple • us
10
2025-09-02 • via Nuitee
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James
10
Nice, interesting spot to stay in Birmingham.
Pros:

Quirky little place to stay. Roomy room, comfy bed, cozy linens. Communal fridge and coffee/tea area was unique. Quiet at night. Just right!

2025-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Amy • solo_traveller • us
10
2025-08-21 • via Nuitee
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michael
10
Pros:

Everything to like, a brand new place with a well thought out conversion of an interesting building into a true boutique hotel, rooms are a really nice (as in large) size, more than agree with all the other comments on the ultra comfy beds/sheets, no street noise and easy parking outside, just a few blocks to 2 fave restaurants in one direction and more central places in the other, wish them well and will be staying here next visit to B'ham for sure.

2025-08-20 • via Nuitee