Marriott Birmingham, Birmingham, AL

Marriott is a name many people know in the USA and Europe. It is one of the larger hotel chains in the world. For those traveling to Birmingham, Alabama there are many choices of Marriott locations including the Marriott Birmingham. This hotel is a lot like many others in the USA, with a short building of brick and glass. The hotel is found on Highway 280 near many of the city's attractions. The space includes 15 meeting rooms of 13,000 square feet which hosts weddings and corporate retreats each year. The hotel provides free parking, wireless internet, dining and fitness center. Check in is at 3pm, with check out at 12pm. There are express options for checking out. They also have videos and video games for rent. Pets are not allowed in this luxury hotel.

The property offers 8 floors with 291 rooms and four suites. There are two concierge levels for guest comfort. The facility like most Marriott locations is completely smoke free. Guest services include ATM, housekeeping, laundry, newspaper, and room service. They also have safe deposit boxes and valet dry cleaning for guests. Guest facilities include a beauty shop, car rental, vending machines, and gift store. Accessibility to the hotel is easy, and they have accessible hotel rooms for all guests.

The interior of the hotel has been decorated with a European design. It contains tile floor, yellow walls, and an open design for comfort. The furniture is wood and fabric adding to the luxury look. The guest rooms offer the typical hotel look from Marriott. Amenities include a plug in panel for laptops and other devices. They offer business and leisure travel options in the hotel rooms such as two line phones, voicemail, and internet. The guest rooms are different in size including a standard 1 king or 2 double, a concierge level of the same size, concierge lounge access room with whirlpool, and another suite without whirlpool. These rooms are all on the pool level.

At the hotel is an indoor pool with hot tub. This pool is one of the longest for those who enjoy swimming or just playing around. Towels are available at poolside. Activities near the hotel include biking, bowling, horseback riding, jogging, kayaking, and rock climbing. These facilities are a little bit of a drive from the hotel. There is also the Birmingham Zoo, Ruffner Mountain Nature Center, and plenty of other city attractions. Golfing, spas, and fitness options are also provided by the hotel for a fee, of course.

For dining there is only one restaurant called the RiverCity Grille. This dining experience is available for all three meals with a casual dress code. One can expect the meals to be of American cuisine. Anyone who wishes for a different option can travel close by the hotel for other restaurants. These include Kobe Japanese Steak House and Sushi, Highlands Bar and Grill, Surin 280, and Fleming's. Birmingham provides any cuisine one could be looking for at any meal, including clubs, bars, and entertainment venues.