Red Roof Inn & Suites Oxford

138 Elm St, Oxford, AL 36203, Oxford, United States

2-star hotel

Guest rating: 3.6 / 5

Overview

Red Roof Inn & Suites Oxford is a budget, 2-star hotel set in a commercial area just off I-20 in Oxford, Alabama. The property has exterior corridors typical of a low-key roadside motel, and is positioned as an affordable base for travelers passing through the I-20 corridor or visiting nearby motorsports and outdoor attractions. It sits about 16 miles from Talladega Superspeedway and 15 miles from the International Motorsports Hall of Fame.

Rooms

Rooms are modest and functional, equipped with Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, microwaves, minifridges, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. Some rooms include whirlpool tubs for guests wanting a bit of extra relaxation. The overall room style reflects a straightforward, no-frills budget accommodation rather than a boutique or upscale experience.

Amenities & Services

On-site conveniences include a coin-operated laundry and available parking, useful for road-trippers and longer stays. A pool is present on the property, though guests should note it is seasonal and not always maintained year-round. Breakfast is offered on-site according to guest feedback.

Location

The hotel is close to Oxford Lake (about 1.5 km away) and within a roughly 5-6 km radius of the World's Largest Office Chair and the Coldwater Mountain Bike Trails' Anniston Trailhead. It's also a reasonable drive from the Anniston Museums and Gardens, the Anniston Museum of Natural History, the Berman Museum, and the Freedom Riders National Monument. Nature and hiking travelers can reach Cheaha Mountain, Cheaha State Park, Cheaha Falls, Cheaha Lake, and Talladega National Forest, all within roughly 11-17 km, making this a workable base for exploring Alabama's highest terrain.

Best for

This hotel best suits budget-conscious road-trippers, motorsports fans heading to Talladega Superspeedway or the International Motorsports Hall of Fame, and outdoor travelers using Oxford as a base for Cheaha State Park, Talladega National Forest, and the Coldwater Mountain Bike Trails. Its I-20 commercial-area location, on-site laundry, and parking also make it practical for travelers passing through rather than seeking a destination stay.

Travel tips

Given its position just off I-20 in a commercial area, a car is the most practical way to reach area attractions, many of which (Cheaha Mountain, Talladega National Forest, Cheaha Falls) are 11-17 km away and better suited to driving than walking. Guests planning to use the pool should check seasonal availability directly, as it has not always been open outside peak summer months. The nearby Oxford Lake and World's Largest Office Chair make for quick, low-effort stops if you have an hour to spare between longer excursions.

What guests say

Guest feedback is mixed but leans positive overall. Many reviewers highlight clean rooms, soft towels, comfortable pillows, friendly and helpful front desk staff, a decent on-site breakfast, and a convenient location near a Walmart and other shopping and dining options. However, some guests reported significant cleanliness issues, including a moldy shower, missing plug covers, a dehumidifier left in the room, and a pool that remained closed well into summer. Staff helpfulness stood out as a recurring positive even when other aspects fell short.

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