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Best Western Gardendale

2.5 star property
Gardendale guestrooms with comfy beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

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842 Thompson St, Gardendale, AL, 35071
  • Place, Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, UAB Hospital
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Alabama at Birmingham
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Birmingham, AL (BHM-Birmingham Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed) | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(45 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Gardendale

In Gardendale .You'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Black Creek Bark Park and 9 miles (15 km) of Slossfield Community Center. Bethel Baptist Church is within 9 miles (15 km) and University of Alabama at Birmingham is within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex - 13 min drive - 11.1 miles
  • Alabama Theater - 15 min drive - 12.0 miles
  • Sloss Furnaces - 16 min drive - 12.0 miles
  • UAB Hospital - 16 min drive - 12.7 miles
  • University of Alabama at Birmingham - 16 min drive - 12.7 miles

Getting around

  • Birmingham Station - 14 min drive
  • Birmingham International Airport (BHM) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Best Western Gardendale

Gardendale guestrooms with comfy beds
Best Western Gardendale offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. You'll find a business center on site. Free breakfast is served daily. The business-friendly Best Western Gardendale also features a vending machine, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This Gardendale hotel is smoke free.

  • 29 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Best Western Gardendale offers 29 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Gardendale hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 4 children 21 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in April and close in September.
  • Up to 4 children 21 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Best Western Gardendale
Best Western Plus Gardendale
Best Western Plus Hotel Gardendale
Best Western Plus Gardendale Hotel
Best Western Gardendale Hotel
Best Western Gardendale Hotel
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Best Western Gardendale Hotel Gardendale

Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Western Gardendale to the airport?

Best Western Gardendale is 13.4 mi (19-min drive) away from the Birmingham International Airport (BHM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Gardendale?

As of Nov 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Gardendale on Nov 20, 2025 start from $85.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Best Western Gardendale have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Best Western Gardendale.

Does Best Western Gardendale offer free breakfast?

Best Western Gardendale offers free full breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at Best Western Gardendale?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Birmingham Race Course Casino (26-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Best Western Gardendale?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Best Western Gardendale?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Best Western Gardendale have a pool?

Best Western Gardendale features an outdoor pool.

Does Best Western Gardendale have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Best Western Gardendale to downtown Gardendale?

Best Western Gardendale is 1.7 mi away from Gardendale.

Reviews

Best Western Gardendale Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 420 out of 954 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 290 out of 954 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 138 out of 954 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 954 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 954 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Chris

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great pass through stay

Verry helpfull ar gront desk is laminated paper with places that deliver to the hotel. Quick check in. We had an issue with the people above us jumping around late but the staff was quick to take care of the issue and was so apologetic.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeano

Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Traveled with family
First room we were given hadn’t been cleaned. They swapped us to another room next door. Went to the pool and no towels, after we were told the pool towels were at the pool. Went back in to get pool towels and was given ONE. “So sorry, that’s all we have” is literally what I was told as I was being handed the towel. Breakfast was typical hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Samuel

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Don’t do it.

When I arrived at check-in, there was no one at the desk, me and another guest waited 5 to 10 minutes before someone showed up to check us in. I tried calling the property. The phone rang, but nobody answered. The cell phone in the room look like it had food stains all over it and nail polish spilt on the floor by the bed. The bathtub is cracked. The bed was OK, but that’s probably the only thing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Peggy

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Convenient and quite
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the property. It sits away from the freeway and in a wooded area. It was nice and quiet. The room was extremely clean the hotel was clean the issue was the unit did not cool very well in the room and it's summer time. The breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Carol

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Avory

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Out dated. Door barely closed. Did not feel safe. Charge to check in early even by 20 minutes. Lights are dim. Just wasnt pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Maintenance needed.

Only had one ice machine and it was broken. Faucet dripped all night. Sink drain stopper did not work. There was hair all in the bathroom. Tried to call the desk and the phone did not work.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

pablo

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonard

Well managed properly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dustin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Smooth Check in
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kyle

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sydnee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beds were ok. Elevators need updated. Fine for a few nights stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kateryna

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stench in all three rooms we were in. Very terrible in an old hotel. I do not recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Bronson

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
The room was adequate for one night. It wasn’t necessarily the cleanest room and the bathroom smelled like smoke. There was also a hair extension located in the corner of the room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kathy

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Nasty

When I checked in and got to my room, I stripped the bed to put my own sheets on it. The mattress cover was dirty. It had stains, but it been on the side of it. It looked like someone had threw up and it had dried or something I got the guy working there to come look at it. He said he would put me in another room, but I would just tear it up too because I stripped the bed. He told me I could not check out till the next morning. he would only refund me for three nights instead of the four that I reserved Went on and just got off the phone with him. I did not use the room I went and got him loaded my stuff up and left. He is refusing to tell me how much the refund is he’s telling me I had to get in touch with you guys. He’s not working with me at all. I need to know how to get my refund.Best Western in Gardendale Alabama
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025