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A wooden building with large windows and a well-maintained lawn.

An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, purple chairs, and a dining table.

A spacious room with a wooden floor, a dining area with a bench, and a seating area with patterned sofas.

A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a marble wall, and a reception desk.

1. Grand Bohemian Mountain Brook, Autograph Collection

Redmont Park, 1.8 mi from Samford University

Connor

£188

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor patio area with stone walls, wicker furniture, and a central fire feature.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a stone facade and multiple balconies.

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a TV, a desk, and a bed.

A modern bar area with a long wooden table, bar stools, and a stone accent wall.

2. Residence Inn by Marriott Homewood Mountain Brook

Homewood, 1.3 mi from Samford University

Hanna

£180

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating, and a bar area.

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a large chandelier, and a view of the outdoors.

A restaurant with leather booths, hanging plants, and a bar area with shelves of bottles.

A spacious lobby with a modern chandelier, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

3. Valley Hotel Homewood Birmingham, Curio Collection by Hilton

Homewood, 1.1 mi from Samford University

Matthew

£178

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern conference room with a central table, surrounding chairs, and a large screen on the wall.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a yellow office chair, a bed, and a large mirror.

A modern conference room with a long table, multiple chairs, and a central island.

4. Hampton Inn Birmingham I-65/Lakeshore Drive

Homewood, 1.7 mi from Samford University

Ziona

£119

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern lobby with a black leather sofa, a purple armchair, and a patterned rug.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, wall art, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

A modern office space with a desk, chair, and a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood

Homewood, 1.8 mi from Samford University

Sandra

£59

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a grill, and umbrellas.

A hotel room with a sofa, red armchair, dining table, and a fireplace.

A breakfast buffet with various food items and a waffle.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a television, a sofa, and a dining table with chairs.

6. Sonesta ES Suites Birmingham Homewood

Homewood, 1.7 mi from Samford University

Shakquel Colin

£77

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A spacious indoor atrium with a glass ceiling, multiple seating areas, and lush indoor plants.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central chandelier, and a view of the outdoor seating area.

A spacious lobby with a glass ceiling, modern seating, and a visible restaurant sign.

An indoor swimming pool with a curved design, surrounded by lounge chairs and a glass ceiling.

7. Embassy Suites Hotel Birmingham

Redmont Park, 1.6 mi from Samford University

Chris

£132

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, coffee machines, a bench, and a staircase.

A hotel room with a coffee station, a bench, and a fireplace.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a heater, and a green accent wall.

A hotel room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, a TV, and framed pictures on the wall.

8. Extended Stay America Suites Birmingham Wildwood

Homewood, 1.8 mi from Samford University

Raymond

£59

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A room with a sofa, armchair, and a large potted plant.

A reception desk with a 'WELCOME' sign, a clock, and a floral painting on the wall.

A building with a beige facade and blue arches, a parking lot, and a white car parked in front.

A lobby with a patterned carpet, a sofa, a chair, a table, and potted plants.

9. Travel Inn

Homewood, 1.7 mi from Samford University

Roshunda

£50

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A hotel room with a large dining table, two sofas, and a chandelier.

A hotel room with a sofa, two armchairs, a small table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a large window with sheer curtains.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a coffee station, and a seating area with chairs.

An outdoor pool area with a barbecue grill, patio furniture, and umbrellas.

10. Hampton Inn Birmingham/Mountain Brook

Homewood, 1.5 mi from Samford University

Elizabeth

£97

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase to an upper level.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a coffee maker, and a framed picture on the wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a staircase, round tables, and chairs, large windows offering a view of the street.

A spacious cafeteria with multiple tables and chairs, a Coca-Cola refrigerator, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

11. Drury Inn & Suites Birmingham Lakeshore Drive

Homewood, 2.1 mi from Samford University

Paula

£108

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern living room with grey sofas, a side table, and a lamp. There are large windows with curtains, and a view of buildings outside.

A lobby with two armchairs, a marble floor, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

A hotel room with two grey armchairs, a bed, a painting, and a view of buildings through large windows.

A modern hotel room with a large flat-screen TV, two grey sofas, a desk with a computer, and large windows with curtains.

12. John Hand Club Hotel

Central City, 3.4 mi from Samford University

David

£247

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A room with a dark blue wall, a large framed painting, two leather armchairs, a wooden desk with lamps, and a window with curtains.

A hotel with a red exterior, a large window, and a sign that reads 'The Painted Lady Hotel.'

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, and a bookshelf.

A theater marquee with the name "ALABAMA" in large letters.

13. The Painted Lady

Five Points South, 3.2 mi from Samford University

John

£135

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A Victorian-style house with a wrap-around porch, a brick facade, and a steeply pitched roof.

A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a fireplace, and large windows with curtains.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the city through large windows.

A lobby with a brown leather sofa, round wooden tables, green cushioned chairs, and a wooden floor.

14. Hassinger Daniels Guest House

Five Points South, 2.4 mi from Samford University

Madison

£109

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

An outdoor patio area with seating, a fire pit, and a grill.

A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, blue seating, and a large window with blue curtains.

A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, stainless steel appliances, and a flat-screen TV mounted above the sink.

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear signage, a tiled floor, and a yellow ceiling.

15. Homewood Suites by Hilton Birmingham Downtown Near UAB

Five Points South, 2.5 mi from Samford University

Nichole

£100

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern restaurant with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a herringbone patterned floor.

A fitness center with glass doors, a reception area, and a sign indicating the location.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a dining space.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a small side table. There is a reception desk with a decorative wall piece and a bookshelf in the background.

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Birmingham Colonnade

3.9 mi from Samford University

Ricky

£143

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A reception area with three marble counters, wooden paneling, and a wavy wall design.

A modern lounge area with seating, tables, and a large screen displaying a sports event.

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

17. Courtyard By Marriott Birmingham Grandview

4.8 mi from Samford University

Paul

£143

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A modern bar area with a marble-tiled bar counter, multiple bar stools, and a wine and liquor display.

A Hilton Garden Inn with a stone entrance and a clear sky.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and a television screen.

A modern retail area with a counter labeled "The Shop" stocked with snacks and beverages.

18. Hilton Garden Inn Birmingham SE/Liberty Park

5.1 mi from Samford University

Tony

£83

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A spacious dining area with a large island, multiple chairs, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, blue sofa, and patterned armchairs.

A spacious lobby with a blue sofa, round tables, and chairs, a chandelier, and a balcony with a railing.

19. Hampton Suites Birmingham Hoover

6.6 mi from Samford University

Mike and Rita

£93

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating areas, a kitchen, and a dining area.

An outdoor patio with a stone barbecue station, white pergola, and dining chairs and tables.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a dining table, a TV, and a kitchen area.

A multi-story hotel with a parking lot and landscaped areas.

20. Homewood Suites by Hilton Birmingham South Inverness

6.1 mi from Samford University

Brenda

£93

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Samford University

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Grand Bohemian Mountain Brook, Autograph Collection	9.2 Wonderful 321 reviews	View
Residence Inn by Marriott Homewood Mountain Brook	9.2 Wonderful 49 reviews	View
Valley Hotel Homewood Birmingham, Curio Collection by Hilton	9.2 Wonderful 456 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Birmingham I-65/Lakeshore Drive	8.6 Excellent 922 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood	8.0 Very good 1,374 reviews	View

Top Samford University Hotel Reviews

Drury Inn & Suites Birmingham Lakeshore Drive

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, nice staff"

Hilton Birmingham Downtown at UAB

10/10 Excellent

"All of it was perfect"

Comfort Inn Birmingham Homewood

8/10 Good

"Easy to get a room."

Embassy Suites Hotel Birmingham

8/10 Good

"Clean and staff was friendly and helpful. Breakfast very enjoyable."

Hampton Inn Birmingham/Mountain Brook

10/10 Excellent

"It was convenient and a good location. Nice room. Pool could have been better. No real complaints."

Courtyard by Marriott Birmingham Homewood

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed here as convenient to Brookwood Baptist Hospital. My husband had same day surgery and the hotel was just a few minutes from the hospital. The front desk young lady came and helped me load the car. She was a gem. Hope she gets recognition for her hard work."

Luxury in the Heart of Homewood!

10/10 Excellent

"All as expected!"

Charming 2 BR Townhome in the Heart of Homewood

10/10 Excellent

"Multiple time stay. Always works great for us. Until next time"

Spacious Retreat Minutes from Samford

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful stay! The apartment was very comfortable, spacious, clean, and beautifully decorated. It had everything we needed and was very well stocked, which made our stay easy and enjoyable. The host was incredibly kind and quick to respond. We would definitely recommend this apartment and would happily stay here again!"

Other attractions near Samford University

Two elephants in a grassy enclosure with trees in the background.

Birmingham Zoo

8.4/10 (725 reviews)

Why not see the exotic and native animals who live at Birmingham Zoo during your holiday in Birmingham? In the area, take in the entertainment choices and mountain views.

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A statue of a man with one arm raised, holding a spear.

Vulcan Park and Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Vulcan Park and Museum in Birmingham. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this romantic area.

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A tall stone tower with a statue on top.

Vulcan Statue

8.8/10 (197 reviews)

Towering over the city, this large statue depicting blacksmiths and the Roman god of fire is a fitting reminder of Birmingham’s industrial heritage.

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Leslie Stephen Wright Fine Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to Leslie Stephen Wright Fine Arts Center during your stay in Birmingham. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Alabama Men's Hall of Fame

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Alabama Men's Hall of Fame in Birmingham. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.

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Pete Hanna Center

Catch an event at Pete Hanna Center during your trip to Birmingham. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Prime Time Treasures

Enjoy a stop at Prime Time Treasures, an entertaining place to visit in Birmingham. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

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Vitola Fine Cigars

Enjoy a stop at Vitola Fine Cigars, an entertaining place to visit in Birmingham. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Samford University?

Samford University is located in a welcoming area of Birmingham known for its magnificent mountain views and popular theatre scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 21 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Samford University?

Aloft by Marriott Birmingham Soho Square is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. It's located just a short 1 mi (1.5 km) from Samford University. Other good options within a few miles include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood and Comfort Inn Birmingham Homewood.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Samford University?

Expedia has 21 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Samford University.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Samford University, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to Samford University.

What can I see and do near Samford University?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at McWane Science Center, Birmingham Civil Rights Institute or Vulcan Park and Museum. Sloss Furnaces, Rickwood Field and Heaviest Corner on Earth are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can check out the local talent at Alabama Theater, Birmingham Ballet and Alabama Ballet.

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Our top choices for Samford University hotels

1. Grand Bohemian Mountain Brook, Autograph Collection

2. Residence Inn by Marriott Homewood Mountain Brook

3. Valley Hotel Homewood Birmingham, Curio Collection by Hilton

4. Hampton Inn Birmingham I-65/Lakeshore Drive

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood

6. Sonesta ES Suites Birmingham Homewood

7. Embassy Suites Hotel Birmingham

8. Extended Stay America Suites Birmingham Wildwood

9. Travel Inn

10. Hampton Inn Birmingham/Mountain Brook

11. Drury Inn & Suites Birmingham Lakeshore Drive

12. John Hand Club Hotel

13. The Painted Lady

14. Hassinger Daniels Guest House

15. Homewood Suites by Hilton Birmingham Downtown Near UAB

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Birmingham Colonnade

17. Courtyard By Marriott Birmingham Grandview

18. Hilton Garden Inn Birmingham SE/Liberty Park

19. Hampton Suites Birmingham Hoover

20. Homewood Suites by Hilton Birmingham South Inverness

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Top Samford University Hotel Reviews

Drury Inn & Suites Birmingham Lakeshore Drive

Hilton Birmingham Downtown at UAB

Comfort Inn Birmingham Homewood

Embassy Suites Hotel Birmingham

Hampton Inn Birmingham/Mountain Brook

Courtyard by Marriott Birmingham Homewood

Luxury in the Heart of Homewood!

Charming 2 BR Townhome in the Heart of Homewood

Spacious Retreat Minutes from Samford

Other attractions near Samford University

Birmingham Zoo

Vulcan Park and Museum

Vulcan Statue

Leslie Stephen Wright Fine Arts Center

Alabama Men's Hall of Fame

Pete Hanna Center

Prime Time Treasures

Vitola Fine Cigars

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