Courtyard by Marriott Birmingham Homewood  

In Homewood, just south of downtown Birmingham and close to Mountain Brook. A short drive from the Birmingham Zoo, University of Alabama at Birmingham, The Summit and Samford University, with Birmingham International Airport about 10 miles away.

This hotel keeps things modern and practical with 140 guestrooms that feature microwaves, coffee/tea makers and cable TV. Rooms include private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers, plus useful touches like irons and in-room safes.

Refresh in the outdoor pool or hit the newly expanded 24-hour fitness center with cardio machines, free weights and yoga mats. Free self-parking and complimentary wired and wireless internet make stays easy. Wake up to quiet suburban mornings close to city action.

A business center and express check-in/out support busy travelers. Complimentary high-speed (wired and wireless) internet keeps you connected.

On-site dining includes The Bistro for breakfast and dinner, a coffee shop/café for snacks and Starbucks-style beverages, plus a bar/lounge serving specialty cocktails. Full breakfasts are available for a fee.