Hotel Indigo Birmingham Five Points S - Uab by IHG
1023 20th St S, Birmingham, AL 35205, Bessemer, United States
4-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.4 / 5
Overview
Hotel Indigo Birmingham Five Points S - Uab by IHG is a 4-star hotel in Birmingham’s Five Points South area, set in a polished Art Deco–style building. It’s positioned for quick access to central Birmingham attractions and the UAB area, with a bus stop about a 1-minute walk away. The hotel’s public rating is 3.4/5 based on 655 reviews.
Rooms & Suites
Rooms are styled as sophisticated accommodations with rainfall showers, 49-inch flat-screen TVs, and complimentary Wi-Fi. One-bedroom suites add separate living rooms plus practical extras like minifridges and Keurig coffeemakers. Room service is available for in-room dining convenience.
On-site Amenities
On-site facilities include a restaurant/bar, a fitness room, and a business center. Parking service is referenced by guests, including valet experiences, but specific parking policies and fees are not documented in the provided information.
Location & Nearby Things to Do
The hotel places guests near major Birmingham sights including Vulcan Park and Museum (about 1.1 km) and Railroad Park (about 1.6 km). Family-friendly and educational options nearby include McWane Science Center (about 1.9 km), the Birmingham Zoo (about 2.2 km), and Birmingham Botanical Gardens (about 2.3 km). Civil rights landmarks are also close, including the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute and Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument (both about 2.3 km) and the 16th Street Baptist Church (about 2.4 km).
Best for
This property best suits travelers who want a Five Points South base with easy transit access (a bus stop is about a 1-minute walk) and quick reach to major Birmingham attractions such as Vulcan Park and Railroad Park. It can also work well for guests who value in-room upgrades like rainfall showers, a large TV, and free Wi-Fi, plus the convenience of a restaurant/bar, fitness room, and business center on site.
Travel tips
If you’re sensitive to late-night noise, note that guests sometimes describe the surrounding area as loud at night. For getting around without a car, there’s a bus stop roughly a minute on foot from the hotel. Many popular attractions are within about 2–2.5 km (Vulcan Park and Museum, McWane Science Center, Birmingham Zoo, and the Civil Rights Institute), making short rides or quick drives practical.
What guests say
Guests frequently mention friendly, accommodating service, with front desk and valet interactions highlighted as a strong point. Cleanliness and room appearance receive mixed feedback: some describe rooms as very clean and attractive, while others report worn condition or maintenance problems (e.g., cooling issues and bathroom fixtures). Noise from the surrounding area at night is a recurring concern for some travelers. Parking and building operations also come up, including complaints about parking and elevator reliability alongside positive valet experiences.
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