Elyton Hotel, Autograph Collection  

In downtown Birmingham on the celebrated Heaviest Corner, steps from the McWane Science Center and within easy walking distance of the Alabama and Carver Theaters. Birmingham International Airport sits roughly 5 miles away, making this a convenient city-center hotel base.

Housed in an architectural, historically rich building that blends restored marble and bronze with modern touches. The property has 117 rooms and suites with tall ceilings, immense windows and a bright, loft-like vibe. Rooms feature pillowtop beds, refrigerators, flat-screen smart TVs and bathrobes for an urban sanctuary feel.

Rooftop terrace and garden set the scene for city-view mornings and evening cocktails. Stay fit in the 24-hour fitness center, tap into complimentary wired and wireless internet, and use concierge services, a 24-hour front desk and on-site gift shop. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily (fee applies); room service runs during limited hours.

About 1,830 sq ft of flexible event space and meeting rooms, plus complimentary high-speed (wired and wireless) internet. Laundry, dry-cleaning and luggage storage keep business travel streamlined.

Two on-site restaurants including a signature dining room serving creative Southern progressive dishes sourced from local farmers and purveyors. A lively rooftop social bar offers small plates, wood-fired creations and crafted cocktails, while a bar/lounge rounds out the evening options.