Red Roof Inn & Suites Scottsboro

23518 John T Reid Pkwy, Scottsboro, AL 35768, Scottsboro, United States

2-star hotel

Guest rating: 3.7 / 5

Overview

Red Roof Inn & Suites Scottsboro is a straightforward, 2-story, 2-star roadside hotel set alongside Highway 72 in Scottsboro, Alabama. It’s positioned for quick in-and-out access for drivers and road-trippers, with an emphasis on basic value and convenience. The property holds a public rating of 3.7/5 from 514 reviews.

Rooms & Suites

Rooms have an old-school, practical setup with Wi‑Fi, flat-screen TVs, microwaves, minifridges, and coffeemakers. Suites add extra space plus a pull-out sofa, and select suites include whirlpool tubs. The overall offering is geared toward simple overnight stays with in-room essentials for reheating and storing food.

On-site Amenities

Coffee is available in the lobby, and the hotel provides parking that can accommodate buses and trucks. An outdoor pool is listed as an on-site feature. Pets are welcome, with a limit of two per room.

Location & Nearby Highlights

The hotel is about 2.6 km from The Scottsboro Boys Museum and roughly 10.9 km from Sauta Cave National Wildlife Refuge. Additional nearby points of interest include Downtown Scottsboro Mural (~2.0 km), Scottsboro-Jackson Heritage Center (~2.3 km), and Jackson County Park (~1.7 km). Outdoor and nature destinations farther out include Goose Pond Island (~7.4 km) and several cave preserves such as Neversink Cave Preserve (~16.2 km) and Tumbling Rock Cave Preserve (~19.1 km).

Best for

This property is best suited to budget-minded road-trippers and drivers who want a simple stop right off Highway 72 with easy parking, including bus and truck parking. It can also work for pet owners because pets are allowed (up to 2 per room). Travelers prioritizing extra in-room features may prefer the suites with pull-out sofas and whirlpool tubs.

Travel tips

If you’re visiting Scottsboro museums and downtown sights, the Scottsboro Boys Museum (~2.6 km) and the Downtown Scottsboro Mural (~2.0 km) are relatively close by car. Nature outings may require more driving time—Sauta Cave National Wildlife Refuge is about 10.9 km away, and several cave preserves are 16–19 km away. If an outdoor pool is important to your stay, consider confirming seasonal availability directly with the property before arrival.

What guests say

Guests often mention comfortable beds/rooms and call out friendly, helpful staff, with price/value frequently cited as a reason to stay. Pet-friendliness is a recurring positive theme and appears to be a key draw for many travelers. At the same time, multiple reviews describe significant maintenance and cleanliness concerns, including odors, stained linens, and issues with appliances and room condition. Some guests also report problems affecting comfort and security (such as doors or hot water), and note that advertised images may not match the room they received.

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