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An outdoor seating area with stone tables, blue umbrellas, and potted plants.

A modern lounge area with a flat-screen TV, comfortable seating, a fireplace, and a patterned carpet.

A reception desk with a modern design, featuring a neutral color palette and a combination of wood and metal elements.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and an American flag.

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG

9.4 mi from Lake Nicol Park

John

£82

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk, and a chair.

A hotel room with a checkered sofa, a small table, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a large mirror.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table with a vase of flowers, a fireplace, a television, and a lamp.

A hotel with a sign reading "Ambassador Inn & Suites" and "Roll Tide" welcome sign.

2. Ambassador Inn and Suites Tuscaloosa

South East Tuscaloosa, 10.5 mi from Lake Nicol Park

Jessie

£47

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a parking area.

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a window with curtains.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of a bridge.

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University

South East Tuscaloosa, 9.8 mi from Lake Nicol Park

Caryn

£67

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

4. Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Tuscaloosa - University

South West Tuscaloosa, 9.1 mi from Lake Nicol Park

James

£53

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

An outdoor seating area with fire pits, wooden panel walls, ceiling fans, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern lounge area with a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large mirror on the wall.

Three white Mercedes-Benz cars parked in front of a modern building with a tall tower and curved glass facade.

5. Candlewood Suites Tuscaloosa by IHG

Skyland Park, 10.2 mi from Lake Nicol Park

Katherine

£87

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a window with curtains.

A reception area with a modern desk, a digital screen, and two welcome mats.

A living room with a blue sofa set, a potted plant, and decorative wall art.

6. Rodeway Inn Tuscaloosa near University

South West Tuscaloosa, 9.5 mi from Lake Nicol Park

Sierra

£53

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, a desk, and a mirror.

A hotel room with a sliding glass door leading to a parking area, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a small table with chairs, and a printer on a cabinet.

A Best Western hotel sign, a covered entrance, and a well-maintained lawn.

A living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a rug.

7. Best Western Catalina Inn

7.6 mi from Lake Nicol Park

£74

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

A spacious lobby with a central red carpet, seating areas, and a large chandelier.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a bench, and a small table with a lamp.

A banquet hall with round tables, chairs, and floral centerpieces.

A hotel lobby with a long corridor, large potted plants, and a modern chandelier.

8. Hotel Capstone

University Area, 8 mi from Lake Nicol Park

Nakiya

£102

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

A Country Inn & Suites building with a central entrance, multiple windows, and a sign above the entrance.

A gazebo with a red roof, surrounded by trees and a grassy area.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, sofa, and two lamps.

A breakfast bar with a coffee machine, fruit bowl, and cereal box.

9. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Tuscaloosa, AL

10.4 mi from Lake Nicol Park

Jessica

£62

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar area, and a variety of food and drink options.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and large windows with curtains.

A modern lounge area with sofas, a fireplace, and a large abstract painting.

A Hilton Garden Inn with a modern design, featuring a large parking lot and a well-maintained outdoor area with seating.

10. Hilton Garden Inn Tuscaloosa

South East Tuscaloosa, 10.6 mi from Lake Nicol Park

Katy

£100

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

A modern dining area with wooden tables and blue chairs, a large flat-screen TV, and a kitchen area with a wooden ceiling.

A modern kitchen with a white countertop, blue bar stools, wooden beams, and pendant lights.

An outdoor patio area with a built-in fireplace, blue seating, and a dining table.

A reception desk with a modern design, a sign for Holiday Inn Express, and a computer monitor.

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG

East Central Tuscaloosa, 8.1 mi from Lake Nicol Park

Brad

£89

includes taxes & fees

22 Aug - 23 Aug

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a small table, a desk, and a television.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, dining table, and TV stand.

A two-story brick house with a white picket fence, a large tree in the foreground, and a well-maintained lawn.

12. Wingate By Wyndham Tuscaloosa

South West Tuscaloosa, 9.1 mi from Lake Nicol Park

Jennifer

£68

includes taxes & fees

22 Aug - 23 Aug

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A gym with exercise equipment, a large mirror, and a clock on the wall.

13. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa - Univ. of Alabama

10.1 mi from Lake Nicol Park

"The property was a budget friendly option for our recent stay. It was clean and relatively safe although security gates had been disabled. We were disappointed that they did not have the king bed we reserved available but the double queen was adequate. There was not coffee pot in the room and we were a distance from the lobby. The breakfast offered a cooked entree that satisfied our needs. Overall, we were happy with our selection considering that many other options at that time were...

Alan

£46

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A spacious lobby with a modern fireplace, comfortable seating, and a cityscape mural on the wall.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, two white sofas, and two armchairs.

An outdoor patio with a pergola, stone counter, and seating area.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a large window.

14. SureStay Hotel by Best Western Tuscaloosa Southeast

South West Tuscaloosa, 9.2 mi from Lake Nicol Park

Lisa

£50

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

A hotel room with two beds, each with white linens and pillows, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a dishwasher. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a ceiling fan above.

A building with a white facade, a tiled roof, and a symmetrical entrance.

A rectangular pool with a metal ladder at the shallow end, surrounded by a wooden fence and a metal railing.

15. Quality Inn & Suites Tuscaloosa near University

South East Tuscaloosa, 10 mi from Lake Nicol Park

Larry

£42

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A modern hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A motel with a clear sign, a Pepsi vending machine, and a parking lot.

A covered walkway with a vending machine and a staircase.

A reception area with a glass door, a purple wall, and a counter with a computer and a blue sign.

16. Motel 6 Tuscaloosa, AL – University

South East Tuscaloosa, 9.6 mi from Lake Nicol Park

Savannah

£41

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A dining area with a piano, a large potted plant, and a fire extinguisher.

A Budget Inn with a parking lot and a sign reading "Marines Fight to Win".

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table, and a large potted plant.

17. Budget Inn

7.7 mi from Lake Nicol Park

elmer

£71

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

A spacious lobby with houndstooth patterned chairs, a reception desk, and a Pepsi refrigerator.

A modern hotel room with a bed, desk, and chair.

A vending machine stocked with snacks and beverages, including chips, cookies, and sodas.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a water slide, surrounded by a building with multiple balconies.

18. Ramada by Wyndham Tuscaloosa

South East Tuscaloosa, 10.2 mi from Lake Nicol Park

Kursley

£56

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a bathroom visible through a glass door.

A reception desk with a mosaic tile top and a black panel with white geometric designs.

A modern dining area with a table and chairs, a potted plant, and a red sofa.

An EconoLodge building with a covered entrance and a clear sky.

19. Econo Lodge Northport near University

7.4 mi from Lake Nicol Park

Shatia

£62

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A modern living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a lamp.

A modern dining area with a long table, multiple chairs, and a chandelier.

A modern hotel room with a blue accent wall, a gray sofa with a matching ottoman, a window with vertical blinds, a door, and a framed picture on the wall.

A breakfast area with tables and chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a sign that reads "Breakfast Corner."

20. Baymont by Wyndham Tuscaloosa

South East Tuscaloosa, 10.8 mi from Lake Nicol Park

Katy

£46

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Nicol Park

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 523 reviews	View
Ambassador Inn and Suites Tuscaloosa	8.6 Excellent 1,023 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University	9.0 Wonderful 1,428 reviews	View
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Tuscaloosa - University	8.0 Very good 980 reviews	View
Candlewood Suites Tuscaloosa by IHG	8.8 Excellent 344 reviews	View

Top Lake Nicol Park Hotel Reviews

Hotel Capstone

8/10 Good

"The hotel is in a fabulous location and the staff are terrific. The hotel room and bathrooms were very dated, but it was clean for dated. Just not luxury by any means"

Residence Inn by Marriott Tuscaloosa

10/10 Excellent

"Convenient, clean comfortable and staff very friendly"

Running Back Roost - Swimming Pool, Fenced in, & More!

10/10 Excellent

"Loved it! Had everything we needed and more. Yard and pool were excellent and great for our fur babies. House was exceptionally warm and cozy feeling. Would highly recommend this place."

Southern Comfort- 3BR, 2BA

10/10 Excellent

"Overall the place was perfect for us. Clean, comfortable and pet friendly. Nice fenced in backyard for your dogs. Close to everything….stadium, restaurants. Would highly recommend."

Bama Retreat-sleeps 10-Perfect for Game Days or Vacations

10/10 Excellent

"The house was very clean! It was very family friendly. Morrow responded immediately to my messages and was very accommodating!"

Dixieland Delight

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed our stay. It was near everything and easy to get in and out. We would stay again if we were in town. Thumbs up."

Luxurious Lakefront Retreat

10/10 Excellent

"Great house…will definitely rent again!!"

Magnolia Tides- Incredible Views @ Lake Tuscaloosa

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing property on the lake, great house, and great wildlife to look at. Tanner the host was awesome to deal with, and I'd definitely stay again if ever in that area.Thanks again Tanner,Roy C."

On Lake Tuscaloosa with Covered Dock - 3 King beds 3 1/2 bath PLUS Bunk Room

10/10 Excellent

"If you have any reason to be at the University of Alabama, stay at this 10/10 lake house. Absolutely gorgeous interiors, amazing lake views, comfortable beds, fully stocked kitchen and more! The pictures online don’t do it justice. We stayed here for my son’s graduation weekend with our whole family including grandparents. We enjoyed having this space to all be together, cook in the kitchen, and sit on the dock. Access into campus is super easy. The homeowner was beyond helpful answering my many questions before our arrival and during our stay. You won’t regret booking this home!"

Other attractions near Lake Nicol Park

NorthRiver Yacht Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Tuscaloosa at NorthRiver Yacht Club. Attend a football match or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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The Lakes Community Park

The Lakes Community Park is just one of the places to see in Tuscaloosa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a football match or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Watermelon Road County Park

Explore the great outdoors at Watermelon Road County Park, a lovely green space in Northport. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.

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Watermelon Rd. County Park

Watermelon Rd. County Park is just one of the places to see in Northport, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.

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Blue Heron Marine

Explore the waterfront in Northport with a trip to Blue Heron Marine. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.

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Talbotton Mews

After visiting Talbotton Mews, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Tuscaloosa. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Rock Quarry County Park

Rock Quarry County Park is just one of the places to see in Tuscaloosa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Spa Belle La Vie

8.0/10 (55 reviews)

You can take time to visit Spa Belle La Vie during your travels to Tuscaloosa. You can attend a football match while in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Nicol Park?

Lake Nicol Park is located in Tuscaloosa. This family-friendly area is known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. You'll find 9 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Lake Nicol Park?

Hotel Capstone is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. You'll find it 8 mi (12.9 km) from Lake Nicol Park. Another good choice is Residence Inn by Marriott Tuscaloosa, located 6.6 mi (10.5 km) away.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Lake Nicol Park?

Expedia has 9 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Lake Nicol Park.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Nicol Park, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Lake Nicol Park.

What can I see and do near Lake Nicol Park?

Local parks like Watermelon Road County Park, Carrolls Creek Island County Park and Damsite Left Bank Recreation Area are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. If you have some time to wander around the area, you might stop by Spa Belle La Vie, NorthRiver Yacht Club or Blue Heron Marine. A visit to Lake Tuscaloosa is worth the trip when you're visiting.

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Our top choices for Lake Nicol Park hotels

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG

2. Ambassador Inn and Suites Tuscaloosa

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University

4. Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Tuscaloosa - University

5. Candlewood Suites Tuscaloosa by IHG

6. Rodeway Inn Tuscaloosa near University

7. Best Western Catalina Inn

8. Hotel Capstone

9. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Tuscaloosa, AL

10. Hilton Garden Inn Tuscaloosa

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG

12. Wingate By Wyndham Tuscaloosa

13. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa - Univ. of Alabama

14. SureStay Hotel by Best Western Tuscaloosa Southeast

15. Quality Inn & Suites Tuscaloosa near University

16. Motel 6 Tuscaloosa, AL – University

17. Budget Inn

18. Ramada by Wyndham Tuscaloosa

19. Econo Lodge Northport near University

20. Baymont by Wyndham Tuscaloosa

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Top Lake Nicol Park Hotel Reviews

Hotel Capstone

Residence Inn by Marriott Tuscaloosa

Running Back Roost - Swimming Pool, Fenced in, & More!

Southern Comfort- 3BR, 2BA

Bama Retreat-sleeps 10-Perfect for Game Days or Vacations

Dixieland Delight

Luxurious Lakefront Retreat

Magnolia Tides- Incredible Views @ Lake Tuscaloosa

On Lake Tuscaloosa with Covered Dock - 3 King beds 3 1/2 bath PLUS Bunk Room

Other attractions near Lake Nicol Park

NorthRiver Yacht Club

The Lakes Community Park

Watermelon Road County Park

Watermelon Rd. County Park

Blue Heron Marine

Talbotton Mews

Rock Quarry County Park

Spa Belle La Vie

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