The St. James Hotel, Selma, Series by Marriott  

On the banks of the Alabama River in downtown Selma, mere steps from the Edmund Pettus Bridge and minutes from Civil War sites. Address: 1200 Water Avenue, close to the Museum of Slavery and Civil Rights, Brown Chapel AME Church, The Smitherman Building and Old Cahawba Archaeological Park.

A peaceful, historic hotel with cozy rooms and river or city views—classic Southern bones with modern comforts. It’s a tidy launchpad for history walks, ghost‑town trips and outdoor exploring.

On‑site restaurant and bar, fitness center, elevator access, laundry and dry cleaning, tour desk and free on‑site parking. Wake up to river‑side mornings and return to a quiet room with views.

Business center and meeting rooms plus complimentary Wi‑Fi throughout the property; convenient parking for groups and events.

The hotel restaurant serves elevated Southern favorites and the bar is a good spot for a relaxed drink after touring town.