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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel in Cottondale with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Property amenity
Interior entrance
Exterior
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior entrance
Welcome to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale, an IHG Hotel, where a warm breakfast buffet and helpful staff set the tone for a great stay. Unwind in the outdoor pool or connect with colleagues in the banquet hall - with free WiFi and self parking, you'll feel right at home.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is S$144
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct

Room options

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Showing 13 of 13 rooms

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Extra Floor Space)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Extra Floor Space)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Mobility Accessible)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Mobility Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Map
6350 Interstate Drive, Cottondale, AL, 35453

What's nearby

  • Tuscaloosa Veterans Affairs Medical Center - 6 min drive - 6.6 km
  • DCH Regional Medical Center - 9 min drive - 11.5 km
  • University of Alabama - 10 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Coleman Coliseum - 10 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Bryant-Denny Stadium - 11 min drive - 13.6 km

Getting around

  • Tuscaloosa Station - 12 min drive
  • Birmingham International Airport (BHM) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪QuikTrip - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Jack’s - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Wrights - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG

Property highlights
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • A lift, a 24-hour front desk and a banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 95 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

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8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 1,227 reviews
The price is S$117
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

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 and a smoke detector

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Holiday INN EXP Stes Cottondale
Holiday Inn Express Suites Tuscaloosa East
Holiday Inn Express Suites Tuscaloosa East Cottondale
Holiday Inn Express Suites Tuscaloosa East Cottondale by IHG

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG?

As of 11 Oct, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG on 13 Oct, 2025 start from S$144.38, including 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.

Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG?

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

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG located?

Situated in Cottondale, this hotel is within 9 miles (15 km) of Tuscaloosa Veterans Affairs Medical Center, University of Alabama and Bryce Hospital. Lake Tamaha and Evans-Roshell Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East - Cottondale by IHG Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 315 out of 406 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 63 out of 406 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 406 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 406 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 406 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet clean hotel with nice breakfast options.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always clean and staff are very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Vey easy check in and friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed in a couple of Holiday Inn Express facilities and they have been clean, quiet, friendly and good value. That convinced me to return.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast , super clean and it looks like it was recently renovated .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cornelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Grounds were lovely and well kept! Breakfast good! Lobby decorated nicely with Bama football touches. Front desk folks were so nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness
I always book this hotel when I’m in this area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and convenient with a friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice facilities, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, CLEAN room, great breakfast, the bed was AMAZING!!! The gym was basic with weights up to 50 lbs, and the cadio equipment was relatively new. I would recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay for a one night stop-over.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

caryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stay at Holiday Inn whenever we travel. They are all greats room's
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean; room was clean and tidy. AC was good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

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

Well worth the stay

Very comfortable and convenient.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great place

Always enjoy staying here!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel has a nice workout area and a good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always stay here when in town
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was very nice. Clean linens, clean fixtures.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff is great Room is spacious & comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, quiet, and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing Customer Service, along with great complimentary breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2025