Red Roof PLUS+ Birmingham East - Irondale/Airport
1813 Crestwood Blvd, Irondale, AL 35210, Birmingham, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.8 / 5
Overview
Red Roof PLUS+ Birmingham East - Irondale/Airport is a straightforward, budget-oriented 3-star hotel in Birmingham’s Irondale area at 1813 Crestwood Blvd. It’s positioned for easy access to area museums, parks, and central Birmingham attractions while offering simple, practical lodging. Public ratings average 3.8/5 based on 759 reviews.
Rooms
Rooms are described as casual, with wood floors and dark accent walls. In-room features include Wi‑Fi, cable TV, minifridges, microwaves, and coffeemakers, aimed at convenient short stays. Some guest feedback suggests the property shows its age in places, though cleanliness and effective air conditioning are noted positives.
Amenities & Recreation
The hotel has a seasonal outdoor pool, along with on-site parking. Pets are welcome. Other amenities are not documented.
Dining
Breakfast is not available on site, based on guest feedback. Additional food and beverage options are not documented.
Location & Nearby Highlights
The hotel is about 4.8 km from Ruffner Mountain and roughly 7.9–10.5 km from many major Birmingham sights, including the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Birmingham Zoo, Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark, and the Birmingham Museum of Art. Civil Rights–related landmarks are also within about 10.5 km, including the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument, Kelly Ingram Park, and 16th Street Baptist Church. The Southern Museum of Flight is around 4.8 km away, and the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum is about 8.3 km away.
Best for
This hotel is best for budget-focused travelers who want a simple base with in-room conveniences like a microwave, minifridge, and coffeemaker, plus on-site parking. It also suits guests traveling with pets and those planning day trips to nearby Birmingham museums, parks, and Civil Rights sites. Travelers expecting extensive amenities or on-site breakfast may find it more limited.
Travel tips
If you plan to visit multiple attractions, this location places you within roughly 8–11 km of many central Birmingham highlights (museums, parks, zoo, and Civil Rights landmarks), while being closer to Ruffner Mountain (about 3 km). If elevator access is important, note that guest feedback mentions an elevator located at the rear on one end of the building, which may affect walking distance depending on room location. Since breakfast isn’t offered, plan for morning meals off-site.
What guests say
Guests frequently cite good value for the price, along with comfortable beds and generally positive service experiences. Cleanliness is mentioned as a strength, and air conditioning performance is noted favorably in at least one stay. Negative themes include the property showing its age (e.g., uneven floors) and occasional frustrations with Wi‑Fi reliability. Feedback also indicates service can be inconsistent, with some complaints about front-desk interactions, and travelers note there is no breakfast.
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