TownePlace Suites by Marriott Huntsville
1125 McMurtrie Dr NW, Huntsville, AL 35806, Huntsville, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.7 / 5
Overview
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Huntsville is an all-suite, 3-star extended-stay property located at 1125 McMurtrie Dr NW in Huntsville, Alabama. The hotel takes a laid-back, apartment-style approach to lodging, with studio through two-bedroom suites designed for guests who want more space and self-catering flexibility than a typical hotel room offers. It holds a 3.7 rating from 518 reviews, reflecting a mixed but generally positive guest experience.
Rooms
Suites range from studios to two-bedroom configurations, each equipped with a kitchen, free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, and a desk suited to remote work or extended stays. Upgraded units add separate living and dining areas, giving longer-staying guests or families more room to spread out. Some reviewers have noted inconsistent upkeep of furniture and fixtures, so condition may vary by room.
Amenities & Recreation
On-site facilities include an outdoor pool, a fitness center, a 24-hour convenience store, a business center, and guest laundry facilities. Complimentary continental breakfast and free parking are included, which is a practical perk for road-trippers and extended-stay guests managing a budget.
Location
The hotel sits within a few miles of Huntsville's top attractions, including the U.S. Space & Rocket Center and Space Camp (roughly 4.6-4.7 km away), the Huntsville Botanical Garden (about 6.1 km), and NASA Marshall Space Flight Center (about 10.9 km). Downtown Huntsville sites such as the Huntsville Museum of Art, Big Spring International Park, Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment, and EarlyWorks Children's Museum are all within roughly 8.5-9.5 km, while Monte Sano State Park and Burritt on the Mountain offer nature and hiking options a bit farther out (12.8-15.8 km).
Best for
This hotel best suits families visiting Space Camp or the U.S. Space & Rocket Center, extended-stay business travelers, and budget-conscious road-trippers who value in-suite kitchens, free breakfast, and free parking. The combination of studio-to-two-bedroom suites with living/dining areas makes it a practical choice for anyone needing more room and self-catering flexibility than a standard hotel room provides.
Travel tips
Since the U.S. Space & Rocket Center and Space Camp are both under 5 km away, a short drive or rideshare gets you there quickly, and it's worth allotting a full day for either attraction. Downtown Huntsville's museums, parks, and Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment are about 8.5-9.5 km away, so a car is helpful for reaching them and for the more distant Monte Sano State Park hiking areas. Given mixed reviews on room condition, it may be worth requesting a recently renovated or upgraded suite at check-in.
What guests say
Guest feedback is notably mixed. Many reviewers praise the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff, along with clean rooms, comfortable pillow options, good coffee, and a convenient location near numerous restaurants. However, a significant contingent of reviews describes serious cleanliness and maintenance problems, including worn or damaged furniture, plumbing noise, outdated televisions, unreliable internet, and unlined trash cans, alongside complaints about unresponsive or rude management in isolated incidents. Overall, staff friendliness is the most consistently cited strength, while physical upkeep and consistency of service are the most common concerns.
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