Spark by Hilton Oxford
88 Colonial Dr, Oxford, AL 36203, Anniston, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.8 / 5
Overview
Spark by Hilton Oxford is a 3-star hotel in Oxford (Anniston area), Alabama, with a public rating of 3.8/5 from 66 reviews. It’s positioned as a practical stopover-style property for travelers who want straightforward lodging near local attractions and main roads.
Location
The hotel is located at 88 Colonial Dr, Oxford, AL 36203, in the Anniston–Oxford area. Guests commonly highlight the location as convenient and close to the highway, with easy access to nearby restaurants and a convenience store.
Rooms & in-room experience
Guest feedback suggests rooms can feel compact, and sound can carry in hallways and between rooms. Comfort impressions vary: some guests praise the bedding as very comfortable (noting a full-size mattress in at least some rooms), while others report dissatisfaction with bed quality. Some reviews also mention occasional odor issues requiring a room switch and minor wear such as floor staining, alongside small tech/fixture details like a TV greeting and wall-mounted bath products.
Breakfast & service
Breakfast is a recurring highlight in guest comments, described as plentiful with a notably nice setup. Front-desk service is frequently mentioned positively, including helpful, welcoming support during late arrivals and unexpected travel interruptions.
What’s nearby
For quick local outings, Oxford Lake is about 2.5 km away, and Cider Ridge Golf Club is about 4.2 km away. Anniston-area cultural stops include the Berman Museum (~9.7 km), Anniston Museum of Natural History (~9.7 km), and Anniston Museums and Gardens (~9.6 km). Outdoor destinations are within day-trip range, including Talladega National Forest (~11.7 km), Mountain Longleaf National Wildlife Refuge (~10.3 km), Cheaha Mountain and Alabama’s highest point (~14.3 km), Cheaha State Park (~15.1 km), and Cheaha Falls (~18.9 km).
Best for
This hotel suits road-trippers and short-stay travelers who want a convenient Oxford/Anniston location near the highway and local dining. It also works well for guests planning quick access to area museums and outdoor destinations like Talladega National Forest and the Cheaha Mountain/Cheaha State Park area. Travelers sensitive to noise may want to plan accordingly, as sound transfer is mentioned in reviews.
Travel tips
If you’re arriving late, reviews suggest the front desk is accommodating and welcoming, making it a practical stop during unexpected travel delays. Consider packing any personal toiletries you rely on (such as toothbrush/toothpaste), as guests have noted these were not provided in-room. If you’re a light sleeper, requesting a quieter room location may help, since hallway/neighbor noise is a recurring comment.
What guests say
Guests frequently point to the hotel’s convenient location near the highway, restaurants, and a convenience store, and many also mention friendly, helpful front-desk service. Breakfast stands out as a consistent positive, described as plentiful with an appealing setup. On the downside, multiple comments note that noise carries in hallways/rooms, and some travelers feel rooms are small. Room condition feedback is mixed, with reports ranging from clean and comfortable bedding to issues like unpleasant odors requiring a room change and minor staining/wear.
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