La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Birmingham - Inverness
513 Cahaba Park Cir Crl, Birmingham, AL 35242, Birmingham, United States
2-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.3 / 5
Overview
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Birmingham - Inverness is a casual, 3-story, 2-star hotel in Birmingham’s Inverness/Cahaba Park area. It’s positioned about 8.1 miles from the University of Alabama at Birmingham and roughly 9.1 miles from downtown Birmingham, offering a practical base for short stays. The hotel holds a public rating of 3.3/5 based on 1,107 reviews.
Rooms & Suites
Guest rooms are described as colorful and include pillow-top mattresses, coffeemakers, free WiFi, and flat-screen TVs with HD channels. Upgraded rooms and suites add minifridges and microwaves. Some suites include full kitchens and separate living areas with sofabeds for extra space.
Breakfast & Parking
A complimentary continental breakfast is provided for guests. Parking is also included, which can be useful for travelers exploring Birmingham by car.
Fitness
The hotel offers an on-site fitness center for basic workouts during your stay.
Location & Nearby Attractions
From this address at 513 Cahaba Park Cir Crl, the hotel is within driving distance of major Birmingham attractions such as the Birmingham Zoo (~9.1 km) and Birmingham Botanical Gardens (~9.1 km). Other notable nearby points of interest include Vulcan Park and Museum (~10.5 km), Oak Mountain State Park (~10.8 km), and the downtown museum and civil-rights corridor—McWane Science Center (~13.2 km), Birmingham Civil Rights Institute (~13.7 km), and 16th Street Baptist Church (~13.7 km).
Best for
This property tends to suit budget-minded travelers who want a straightforward stay with included continental breakfast, parking, and in-room essentials like free WiFi. It can also work well for visitors who plan to drive to Birmingham’s major attractions (zoo, gardens, Vulcan, and downtown museums) rather than rely on a central downtown location. Guests looking for extra in-room functionality may prefer the upgraded rooms or suites with microwaves, minifridges, or full kitchens.
Travel tips
If you’re visiting UAB or downtown Birmingham, plan for an approximate 8–9 mile drive each way. Many nearby attractions are spread out (from the Birmingham Zoo to downtown museums and civil-rights sites), so having a car can simplify logistics—especially since parking is complimentary. If you are sensitive to smoke odors, consider requesting a room away from potential sources, as some guest feedback mentions cigarette smells.
What guests say
Guest feedback commonly highlights friendly, accommodating staff and good value for the location, with several mentions of clean rooms and comfortable beds. Free breakfast is also noted positively by some guests. At the same time, negative themes include reports of cigarette smells in the building and issues with room maintenance such as plumbing problems and a broken shower. Overall impressions are mixed, aligning with the property’s mid-range public rating (3.3/5).
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