The Best Historic Hotels in Downtown Birmingham, AL from $74 in 2024

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Downtown Birmingham Historic Hotels information

Historic Hotels in Downtown Birmingham	16
Highest price	$161
Cheapest price	$74
Number of guest reviews	7,032
Total number of hotels in Downtown Birmingham	1,161

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect on my historical trip to Downtown Birmingham?

Visitors love the fascinating historical sites they discover in Downtown Birmingham. While you’re visiting, check out the theater scene and live music. You can also relish a trip to the top-notch restaurants.

What's the best accommodation in Downtown Birmingham to be near historical sites?

Based on our travel expertise, Redmont Hotel Birmingham, Curio Collection by Hilton is a top historic hotel bookable on our site and it features free WiFi. Sloss Furnaces is a short 2-minute drive away.

How many historically relevant hotels will I find in Downtown Birmingham?

In Downtown Birmingham, you’ll find 253 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

What are the must-see historical places and other sights to visit in Downtown Birmingham?

Downtown Birmingham is notable for landmarks like Heaviest Corner on Earth, Booker T Washington Insurance Building, and Citizen’s Federal Savings Bank. Cultural venues include McWane Science Center, Alabama Theater, and Birmingham Civil Rights Institute. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Regions Field and Birmingham Museum of Art.

What is a historic hotel like in Downtown Birmingham?

Guests who choose historic hotels have an opportunity to stay in a place that’s been officially recognized with a national historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world come in all forms like castles, stately homes, palaces or even pubs, lodges, old police stations or skyscrapers. These types of hotels in Downtown Birmingham often retain original characteristics like traditional architecture and period features within the guestrooms or public spaces.

What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?

The two are similar. “Historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S., whereas “heritage hotel” is common in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to focus on the physical building and architecture. A heritage hotel draws meaning mainly from the cultural value and how it inspired the surrounding community.

Do historic hotels in Downtown Birmingham have modern facilities?

Yes, every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions, but hotel interiors are fitted with modern conveniences and safety features. Visitors can expect the amenities you’d get from a hotel such as private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, WiFi, and more. When you book a historic hotel in Downtown Birmingham, it doesn’t mean you’re choosing a place that’s rundown or uncomfortable for guests.