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Days Inn by Wyndham Birmingham/West
905 11th Ct W 35204 Birmingham, AL (AL) United States
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Book online or call +39 041 8624040
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Hotel description
Near Legion Field
With a stay at Days Inn by Wyndham Birmingham/West in Birmingham, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Legion Field and Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex. This motel is 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from University of Alabama-Birmingham and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Birmingham Civil Rights Institute.
Make yourself at home in one of the 106 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a seasonal outdoor pool or make use of other amenities including complimentary wireless Internet access.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the poolside bar. For your convenience, a complimentary breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM.
Useful informations
Due to COVID-19, this property’s food and beverage options may be limited.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.
Other things you would like to know
Pets allowed
Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Count on Us (Wyndham) Count on Us (Wyndham)
Professional property host/manager
Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
Social distancing measures are in place
Property is cleaned with disinfectant
Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
Masks are compulsory at the property for guests without full COVID-19 vaccination
Staff wears personal protective equipment
Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
Number of buildings/towers - 3
Total number of rooms - 106
Number of floors - 3
With a stay at Days Inn by Wyndham Birmingham/West in Birmingham, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Legion Field and Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex. This motel is 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from University of Alabama-Birmingham and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Birmingham Civil Rights Institute.
Make yourself at home in one of the 106 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a seasonal outdoor pool or make use of other amenities including complimentary wireless Internet access.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the poolside bar. For your convenience, a complimentary breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM.
Useful informations
Due to COVID-19, this property’s food and beverage options may be limited.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.
- The seasonal pool will be open from May to October.
- Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
- Children 12 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.
- Disinfectant is used to clean the property, and commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays.
- Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; guests are provided with hand sanitizer; masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.
- This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham).
Other things you would like to know
Pets allowed
Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Count on Us (Wyndham) Count on Us (Wyndham)
Professional property host/manager
Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
Social distancing measures are in place
Property is cleaned with disinfectant
Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
Masks are compulsory at the property for guests without full COVID-19 vaccination
Staff wears personal protective equipment
Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
Number of buildings/towers - 3
Total number of rooms - 106
Number of floors - 3
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Hotel information
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a seasonal outdoor pool or make use of other amenities including complimentary wireless Internet access.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Free Parking (if possible)
Swimming pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Swimming pool
Internet
Free WiFi
Accessibility
Access for disabled people
Handicapped Room
General
24-hour Reception
Hotel facilities
Designated smoking area
Elevator
Laundry service
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 106 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking:
Towels provided, Non-Smoking, Bedsheets provided, Television, Connecting/adjoining rooms available, Shower only, In-room climate control (air conditioning), Refrigerator, Private bathroom, Coffee/tea maker, Free toiletries, Daily housekeeping, Hair dryer, Iron/ironing board, Free WiFi, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Access via exterior corridors, Desk, Microwave, Free local calls, Cable TV service, Free cribs/infant beds.
Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility):
Towels provided, Non-Smoking, Bedsheets provided, Television, Bathroom grab bars, Connecting/adjoining rooms available, Shower only, In-room climate control (air conditioning), Refrigerator, Private bathroom, Wheelchair accessible, Coffee/tea maker, Free toiletries, Daily housekeeping, Hair dryer, Iron/ironing board, Free WiFi, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Free local calls, Cable TV service, Free cribs/infant beds.
Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking:
Towels provided, Bedsheets provided, Television, Smoking, Connecting/adjoining rooms available, Shower only, In-room climate control (air conditioning), Refrigerator, Private bathroom, Coffee/tea maker, Free toiletries, Daily housekeeping, Hair dryer, Iron/ironing board, Free WiFi, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Access via exterior corridors, Desk, Free local calls, Cable TV service, Free cribs/infant beds.
Double Room, 2 Double Beds:
Towels provided, Non-Smoking, Bedsheets provided, Television, Connecting/adjoining rooms available, Shower only, In-room climate control (air conditioning), Refrigerator, Private bathroom, Coffee/tea maker, Free toiletries, Daily housekeeping, Hair dryer, Iron/ironing board, Free WiFi, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Access via exterior corridors, Desk, Free local calls, Cable TV service, Free cribs/infant beds.
Standard Room, 1 King Bed:
Towels provided, Non-Smoking, Bedsheets provided, Television, Connecting/adjoining rooms available, Shower only, In-room climate control (air conditioning), Refrigerator, Private bathroom, Coffee/tea maker, Free toiletries, Daily housekeeping, Hair dryer, Iron/ironing board, Free WiFi, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Access via exterior corridors, Desk, Free local calls, Cable TV service, Free cribs/infant beds.
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible:
Towels provided, Non-Smoking, Bedsheets provided, Television, Bathroom grab bars, Connecting/adjoining rooms available, Shower only, In-room climate control (air conditioning), Refrigerator, Private bathroom, Wheelchair accessible, Coffee/tea maker, Free toiletries, Daily housekeeping, Hair dryer, Iron/ironing board, Free WiFi, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Free local calls, Cable TV service, Free cribs/infant beds.
Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible:
Towels provided, Bedsheets provided, Television, Smoking, Bathroom grab bars, Connecting/adjoining rooms available, Shower only, In-room climate control (air conditioning), Refrigerator, Private bathroom, Wheelchair accessible, Coffee/tea maker, Free toiletries, Daily housekeeping, Hair dryer, Iron/ironing board, Free WiFi, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Free local calls, Cable TV service, Free cribs/infant beds.
Standard Room, 1 King Bed:
Towels provided, Bedsheets provided, Television, Smoking, Connecting/adjoining rooms available, Shower only, In-room climate control (air conditioning), Refrigerator, Private bathroom, Coffee/tea maker, Free toiletries, Daily housekeeping, Hair dryer, Iron/ironing board, Free WiFi, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Access via exterior corridors, Desk, Free local calls, Cable TV service, Free cribs/infant beds.
Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Smoking:
Towels provided, Bedsheets provided, Television, Smoking, Connecting/adjoining rooms available, Shower only, In-room climate control (air conditioning), Refrigerator, Private bathroom, Coffee/tea maker, Free toiletries, Daily housekeeping, Hair dryer, Iron/ironing board, Free WiFi, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Microwave, Free local calls, Cable TV service, Free cribs/infant beds.
Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Smoking (Mobility):
Towels provided, Bedsheets provided, Television, Smoking, Bathroom grab bars, Connecting/adjoining rooms available, Shower only, In-room climate control (air conditioning), Refrigerator, Private bathroom, Wheelchair accessible, Coffee/tea maker, Free toiletries, Daily housekeeping, Hair dryer, Iron/ironing board, Free WiFi, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Free local calls, Cable TV service, Free cribs/infant beds.
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (One-Bedroom):
Towels provided, Non-Smoking, Bedsheets provided, Television, Connecting/adjoining rooms available, Shower only, In-room climate control (air conditioning), Refrigerator, Private bathroom, Coffee/tea maker, Free toiletries, Daily housekeeping, Hair dryer, Iron/ironing board, Free WiFi, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Microwave, Free local calls, Cable TV service, Free cribs/infant beds.
Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking:
1 King Bed
252 sq feet
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Cable channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, and coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Desk and iron/ironing board; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on request
Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Towels provided, Non-Smoking, Bedsheets provided, Television, Connecting/adjoining rooms available, Shower only, In-room climate control (air conditioning), Refrigerator, Private bathroom, Coffee/tea maker, Free toiletries, Daily housekeeping, Hair dryer, Iron/ironing board, Free WiFi, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Access via exterior corridors, Desk, Microwave, Free local calls, Cable TV service, Free cribs/infant beds.
Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility):
2 Double Beds
252 sq feet
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Cable channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator and coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Iron/ironing board; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on request
Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Accessibility - Bathroom grab bars and wheelchair accessible
Non-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Towels provided, Non-Smoking, Bedsheets provided, Television, Bathroom grab bars, Connecting/adjoining rooms available, Shower only, In-room climate control (air conditioning), Refrigerator, Private bathroom, Wheelchair accessible, Coffee/tea maker, Free toiletries, Daily housekeeping, Hair dryer, Iron/ironing board, Free WiFi, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Free local calls, Cable TV service, Free cribs/infant beds.
Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking:
2 Double Beds
252 sq feet
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Cable channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator and coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Desk and iron/ironing board; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on request
Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Towels provided, Bedsheets provided, Television, Smoking, Connecting/adjoining rooms available, Shower only, In-room climate control (air conditioning), Refrigerator, Private bathroom, Coffee/tea maker, Free toiletries, Daily housekeeping, Hair dryer, Iron/ironing board, Free WiFi, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Access via exterior corridors, Desk, Free local calls, Cable TV service, Free cribs/infant beds.
Double Room, 2 Double Beds:
2 Double Beds
252 sq feet
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Cable channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator and coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Desk and iron/ironing board; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on request
Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Towels provided, Non-Smoking, Bedsheets provided, Television, Connecting/adjoining rooms available, Shower only, In-room climate control (air conditioning), Refrigerator, Private bathroom, Coffee/tea maker, Free toiletries, Daily housekeeping, Hair dryer, Iron/ironing board, Free WiFi, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Access via exterior corridors, Desk, Free local calls, Cable TV service, Free cribs/infant beds.
Standard Room, 1 King Bed:
1 King Bed
252 sq feet
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Cable channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator and coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Desk and iron/ironing board; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on request
Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Towels provided, Non-Smoking, Bedsheets provided, Television, Connecting/adjoining rooms available, Shower only, In-room climate control (air conditioning), Refrigerator, Private bathroom, Coffee/tea maker, Free toiletries, Daily housekeeping, Hair dryer, Iron/ironing board, Free WiFi, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Access via exterior corridors, Desk, Free local calls, Cable TV service, Free cribs/infant beds.
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible:
1 King Bed
252 sq feet
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Cable channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator and coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Iron/ironing board; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on request
Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Accessibility - Bathroom grab bars and wheelchair accessible
Non-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Towels provided, Non-Smoking, Bedsheets provided, Television, Bathroom grab bars, Connecting/adjoining rooms available, Shower only, In-room climate control (air conditioning), Refrigerator, Private bathroom, Wheelchair accessible, Coffee/tea maker, Free toiletries, Daily housekeeping, Hair dryer, Iron/ironing board, Free WiFi, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Free local calls, Cable TV service, Free cribs/infant beds.
Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible:
1 King Bed
252 sq feet
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Cable channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator and coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Iron/ironing board; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on request
Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Accessibility - Bathroom grab bars and wheelchair accessible
Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Towels provided, Bedsheets provided, Television, Smoking, Bathroom grab bars, Connecting/adjoining rooms available, Shower only, In-room climate control (air conditioning), Refrigerator, Private bathroom, Wheelchair accessible, Coffee/tea maker, Free toiletries, Daily housekeeping, Hair dryer, Iron/ironing board, Free WiFi, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Free local calls, Cable TV service, Free cribs/infant beds.
Standard Room, 1 King Bed:
1 King Bed
252 sq feet
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Cable channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator and coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Desk and iron/ironing board; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on request
Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Towels provided, Bedsheets provided, Television, Smoking, Connecting/adjoining rooms available, Shower only, In-room climate control (air conditioning), Refrigerator, Private bathroom, Coffee/tea maker, Free toiletries, Daily housekeeping, Hair dryer, Iron/ironing board, Free WiFi, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Access via exterior corridors, Desk, Free local calls, Cable TV service, Free cribs/infant beds.
Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Smoking:
1 King Bed
252 sq feet
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Cable channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, and coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Iron/ironing board; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on request
Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Towels provided, Bedsheets provided, Television, Smoking, Connecting/adjoining rooms available, Shower only, In-room climate control (air conditioning), Refrigerator, Private bathroom, Coffee/tea maker, Free toiletries, Daily housekeeping, Hair dryer, Iron/ironing board, Free WiFi, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Microwave, Free local calls, Cable TV service, Free cribs/infant beds.
Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Smoking (Mobility):
2 Double Beds
252 sq feet
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Cable channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator and coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Iron/ironing board; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on request
Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Accessibility - Bathroom grab bars and wheelchair accessible
Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Towels provided, Bedsheets provided, Television, Smoking, Bathroom grab bars, Connecting/adjoining rooms available, Shower only, In-room climate control (air conditioning), Refrigerator, Private bathroom, Wheelchair accessible, Coffee/tea maker, Free toiletries, Daily housekeeping, Hair dryer, Iron/ironing board, Free WiFi, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Free local calls, Cable TV service, Free cribs/infant beds.
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (One-Bedroom):
1 King Bed
252 sq feet
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Cable channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, and coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Iron/ironing board; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on request
Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Towels provided, Non-Smoking, Bedsheets provided, Television, Connecting/adjoining rooms available, Shower only, In-room climate control (air conditioning), Refrigerator, Private bathroom, Coffee/tea maker, Free toiletries, Daily housekeeping, Hair dryer, Iron/ironing board, Free WiFi, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Microwave, Free local calls, Cable TV service, Free cribs/infant beds.
Internet
Free Internet WiFi Access
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible rooms
Air conditioning
Climate control
General
Crib or cot on Request - Fee May Apply
Daily housekeeping service
Interconnected room(s) available
Ironing Facilities
Linen
Microwave
Mini Fridge
Non Smoking Rooms
Rollaway beds
Safe
Smoking rooms available
Tea & Coffee maker
Towels
Entertainment
TV
Bathroom
Complimentary toiletries
Hair Dryer
Private Bathroom
Shower
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