Super 8 by Wyndham Oxford
1600 AL-21, Oxford, AL 36203, Anniston, United States
2-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.5 / 5
Overview
Super 8 by Wyndham Oxford is a straightforward, budget (2-star) hotel off Interstate 20 in Anniston/Oxford, Alabama. It’s positioned about 1 mile from Oxford and roughly 54 miles from Birmingham, making it a practical overnight stop or base for short regional trips. The hotel holds a public rating of 3.5/5 from 1,054 reviews.
Rooms
Guest rooms are equipped with en suite bathrooms, desks, and TVs with cable channels. In-room conveniences include a coffeemaker, minifridge, and microwave. Free Wi‑Fi is available in every room.
Breakfast & On-site Services
A complimentary continental breakfast is included. The property also offers free parking. For added convenience, there’s a business center and a meeting room on site.
Recreation
Recreation facilities include an outdoor pool and a gym. The surrounding area is also rich in outdoor destinations, from Oxford Lake nearby to the trails and scenic sites around Cheaha and the Talladega National Forest.
Location & Nearby Highlights
The hotel is close to Oxford Lake (about 1.8 km away) and Coldwater Mountain Bike Trails, Anniston Trailhead (about 4.9 km away). Regional attractions include Freedom Riders National Monument (~6.1 km), the World’s Largest Office Chair (~5.5 km), and Anniston Museum of Natural History / Anniston Museums and Gardens (~10.4 km). For day trips, Cheaha Mountain and the Highest Point in Alabama are around 13.3 km away, with Cheaha State Park roughly 14.1 km away; Talladega Superspeedway is about 15 miles away.
Best for
This hotel is best for budget-focused travelers who want quick Interstate 20 access, free parking, and a simple stay with basics like free Wi‑Fi and continental breakfast. It also suits guests planning outdoor time nearby, thanks to proximity to Oxford Lake and the Coldwater Mountain Bike Trails, with Cheaha and Talladega National Forest within easy driving distance.
Travel tips
If you’re using the hotel as a base for sightseeing, Oxford Lake is a nearby easy stop, while Cheaha State Park/Cheaha Mountain and Talladega National Forest are better planned as half-day or day trips. Travelers headed to events should note Talladega Superspeedway is about 15 miles away. With the property located off I‑20, having a car is helpful for reaching the museums and monuments around Anniston and Oxford.
What guests say
Review excerpts commonly highlight friendly staff and a generally clean environment, with some guests noting it as a pet-friendly option. Several comments frame the hotel as an affordable, no-frills place that works for a quick overnight. On the negative side, at least one report raises a serious cleanliness/maintenance concern related to pests in a room. There is also a value-oriented critique suggesting the included breakfast may not feel like a meaningful differentiator for some travelers.
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