University Area Travel Guide
Tuscaloosa
Visit University Area
Things to do
Historical Golf Cart Tour of Tuscaloosa Landmarks
£34
per adult
Adventurous Walking Tour of University of Alabama
£4
per adult
Top hotels in University Area
Hotel Capstone
320 Paul W Bryant Dr Tuscaloosa AL
The price is £108 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
£108
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Less Than 1 mile to Bryant Denny, Coleman Coliseum, & Sewell-Thomas
Tuscaloosa AL
The price is £275 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
£275
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this condo in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
10/10 Exceptional! (201 reviews)
"A must stay. Hosts could not have been more thorough with check-in instructions and we felt that if we needed anything (we didn’t) we had multiple ways to contact them / help. Comfortable furniture, quiet unit, and very clean. Highly recommend if you are going to an Alabama game (such an easy walk ..."
Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026
Welcome to Tusk-Away!
Tuscaloosa AL
Stay at this condo in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Bryant-Denny Stadium and Druid City Brewing ...
10/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
"We loved being able to text with those managing the property. The decor was UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA all the way... elephants watching over us everywhere! Super cute, bright and clean. All the amenities that you could think of - totally move in ready (including a snack basket). Our only complaint was ..."
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University
3920 McFarland Blvd. E Tuscaloosa AL
The price is £72 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
£72
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Ambassador Inn and Suites Tuscaloosa
230 Skyland Blvd Tuscaloosa AL
The price is £49 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
£49
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Very nice staff & very affordable if you are looking for a cheap stay that is also decent."
Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Tuscaloosa near University
4122 McFarland Blvd East Tuscaloosa AL
Fully refundable
The price is £42 per night from 3 Oct to 4 Oct
£42
3 Oct - 4 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (74 reviews)
"A dump, but cheap & relatively clean. AC barely worked on the hottest time of the year"
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Where to stay in University Area
Find the best University Area areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Photo by Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sports Commission
Open Photo by Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sports Commission
Downtown
If you're spending some time in Downtown, Jemison Van de Graaff Mansion and Tuscaloosa Amphitheater are top sights worth seeing.
South East Tuscaloosa
South East Tuscaloosa might not have many top sights, but Coleman Coliseum and Bryant-Denny Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Photo by Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sports Commission
Open Photo by Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sports Commission
East Central Tuscaloosa
While visiting East Central Tuscaloosa, you might make a stop by sights like Black Warrior River and Lake Tamaha.
North of the River
While visiting North of the River, you might make a stop by sights like Indian Hills Golf Course and Black Warrior River.
Druid City
Though Druid City may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Jemison Van de Graaff Mansion and Bryant-Denny Stadium.
