LA QUINTA INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM BESSEMER - Bessemer AL 5001 Academy Ln 35022

5001 Academy Ln, Bessemer, AL 35022 United States

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near Exit 108 on I-20 (~0.2mi)

Near Bessemer Civic Center

8.4

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The Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Bessemer offers amenities such as an indoor pool, fitness center, complimentary breakfast, and free Wi-Fi.

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Free full breakfast

Free WiFi

Free self parking

Fitness facilities

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"Just in time"

I needed an emergency. This property was what I needed. Beginning with staff, very professional and friendly. As for my stay, expectations were higher than expected. Nice and cozy suits, quiet area and amenities are right in the areas. No fa.

Tracy M. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Tue Jun 16 to Fri Jun 19 2026 at a $89.32 average nightly rate.

"This is a very nice clean hotel"

This hotel is really nice and clean. too.

Donald M. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Thu Apr 30 to Fri May 01 2026 at a $107.99 average nightly rate.

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Property Description

With a stay at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bessemer in Bessemer, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Bessemer Civic Center and Lawson State Community College. This hotel is 17.2 mi (27.7 km) from Riverchase Galleria and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Medical West - An Affiliate of UAB Health System.

A complimentary full breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Make yourself at home in one of the 63 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, while 27-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Bessemer State Technical College - 0.6 mi
Bessemer Carraway Medical Center - 0.9 mi
Alabama Adventure - 1.2 mi
Downtown Bessemer - 3.8 mi
Amazon Distribution Center - 3.8 mi
Bessemer Hall of History - 4.0 mi
Tannehill Park - 8.2 mi
Birmingham Baptist Bible College - 10.2 mi
Riverchase Galleria - 11.3 mi
Galleria - 11.4 mi
Downtown Hoover - 11.5 mi
Birmingham Crossplex - 11.7 mi
Faulkner University - 11.8 mi
Birmingham Ski Club - 12.0 mi
Downtown Pelham - 12.5 mi
Rickwood Field - 12.7 mi
Princeton Hospital - 12.9 mi
Arlington Antebellum Home and Gardens - 13.3 mi
Us Army Dept - 13.4 mi
Legion Field - 13.6 mi
Birmingham Southern College - 13.7 mi
Samford University - 13.8 mi
Oak Mountain State Park - 13.8 mi
Alabama Men's Hall of Fame - 14.1 mi
Oak Mountain Amphitheater - 14.3 mi
Healthsouth Medical Center - 14.5 mi
Birmingham Theological Seminary - 14.5 mi
Alys Robinson Stephens Performing Arts Center - 14.5 mi
Children's South Pediatric - 14.6 mi
Downtown Homewood - 14.7 mi
Brookwood Medical Center - 14.7 mi
University of Alabama Birmingham - 14.8 mi
Regions Field - 14.8 mi
Cooper Green Hospital - 14.8 mi
Vulcan Statue - 14.8 mi
Alabama Museum of Health Sciences - 15.0 mi
Birmingham Civil Rights Inst - 15.1 mi
Birmingham Civil Rights Museum - 15.1 mi
16th Street Baptist Church - 15.1 mi
Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame - 15.1 mi

Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and a 24-hour front desk. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.

Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including an indoor pool and a fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a banquet hall.

If you will be visiting the Magic City then stay with us and avoid the downtown traffic. Bessemer is south of Birmingham only minutes from downtown. Bessemer is a city that is rich in historical background dating back over 110 years and that is still experiencing business and industrial growth and expansion. You will be in good company at your home away from home. We are here to make your stay a complete success. This elegantly decorated property provides a modern fresh clean and upscale atmosphere with 63 Interior Corridor Rooms and can be found convenient to many local attractions businesses and corporations. Our rooms are spacious and fully equipped with the business traveler in mind as well as comfort for the leisure guest. You will experience comfort with our STAY SMART BEDDING featuring pillow top Sealy mattresses with triple sheeting and a Kohler Stay Smart Shower Head with a curved shower rod for a soothing massaging shower. We offer our complimentary EXPRESS START BREAKFAST featuring several hot items daily. For your Southern Hospitality experience, STAY SMART STAY HERE!! We are located off I-59/20 exit 108 Academy Dr. From I-65 take I-20/59 W to exit 108 Academy Dr. The Hotel has 63 Guest Rooms with Hair Dryer, Iron and Ironing Board,Coffee Maker, and Alarm Clocks. All rooms have Refrigerators and Microwaves. Int. Corridors, Guest Laundry, High Speed Internet, Meeting Room accomadate up to 50 people.

Local Attractions

Alabama Splash Adventure, Tannehill State Park, Birmingham Zoo, McWane Center, Civil Rights Museum, Bessemer Civic Center, Medical West Hospital, Lawson State Technical College, Hoover Stadium, Legion Field, Birmingham Southern College

Details / Other Expenses

Check-In 3:00 PM - anytime

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Year of Last Renovation: 2015

Floors: 3

Rooms: 63

Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 63

Handicap Rooms: 4

Suites: 19

Room Windows: Windows Don't Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 1

Dist. to Food/Bars: 1.0 Mi

Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 20.0 Mi

Dist. to Nearest Gym: 2.0 Mi

Ownership: Soham Group, LLC

Nightly Parking: $0

Total Taxes: 17.00%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Cancellation: 48 hr. cancellation on group blocks

Check-In Instructions:

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Amenities / Features

24-hour front desk
Assistive listening devices available
Banquet hall
Braille or raised signage
Business center
Check In: 3:00 PM - anytime
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Coffee/tea in common areas
Conference space
Daily
Elevator
Fitness facilities
Free WiFi
Free breakfast
Free full breakfast
Free self parking
Free wired internet
Gift shops or newsstand
LGBTQIA+ friendly
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
No accessible shuttle
No cribs (infant beds) available
No rollaway/extra beds available
Number of indoor pools - 1
Number of meeting rooms - 1
Pets not allowed
Professional property host/manager
Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
Property does not require health documentation at check-in
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Smoke-free property
Vending machine
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Airport & Shuttle Info

Birmingham Airport 20 mi., Taxi Service is Available $35.00 min.

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Local Shuttle Info: N/A

Breakfast Information

Complimentary Breakfast Bar has been reduced to Grab and Go breakfast. We are offering a Hot option and Coffee during Breakfast hours.

Pet Friendly?

Pets are not allowed

Parking Info

Single Entrance, Free parking

Internet / WiFi

Free Wi-Fi Access in all rooms

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: Refundable incidentals deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Essential workers only - NO

Offering comfort and value with more than 800 hotels in the U.S., Mexico, and Canada

Wyndham Rewards is a free guest reward program where guests can earn points per stay for free nights, early check-in and late check-out, gift cards and certificates, travel, and the points never expire

Free Brightside Breakfast

Free Wi-Fi

Bright Morning Bed and soft pillowtop mattress for the best night's sleep

Business center with printing services

Fully equipped fitness center

Flat-panel TV's, work desk, and spacious guestrooms

Guest laundry rooms available at most locations

Free airport shuttle service at most airport locations

The La Quinta Inns & Suites highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

Day 1

Breakfast IHOP - Enjoy a hearty breakfast at IHOP, located only 1 mile away from the hotel.

Lunch Dreamland Bar-B-Que - Indulge in mouthwatering ribs and Southern sides at Dreamland Bar-B-Que, situated 3 miles from the hotel.

Dinner Bob Sykes Bar-B-Q - Famous for their delicious barbecue, Bob Sykes Bar-B-Q is located just 2 miles from the hotel.

Activity Alabama Splash Adventure - Have a blast at Alabama Splash Adventure, a thrilling water and amusement park located just 5 miles from the hotel.

Day 2

Breakfast Waffle House - Start your day with a classic breakfast at Waffle House, conveniently located just 1 mile from the hotel.

Lunch Jim 'N Nick's Bar-B-Q - Enjoy a delicious barbecue lunch at Jim 'N Nick's Bar-B-Q, situated 3 miles from the hotel.

Dinner The Bright Star - Experience fine dining at The Bright Star, a historic restaurant known for its Greek and Southern cuisine. It is located 4 miles away from the hotel.

Activity Birmingham Civil Rights Institute - Explore the history of the Civil Rights Movement at the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, located 10 miles from the hotel.

Day 3

Breakfast Cracker Barrel Old Country Store - Enjoy a homestyle breakfast at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, just 2 miles away from the hotel.

Lunch The Fish Market - Delight in fresh seafood at The Fish Market, situated 8 miles from the hotel.

Dinner Saw's Soul Kitchen - Savor Southern comfort food at Saw's Soul Kitchen, a local favorite located 6 miles from the hotel.

Activity Vulcan Park and Museum - Visit Vulcan Park and Museum to admire the iconic Vulcan statue and enjoy panoramic views of Birmingham. It is located 12 miles from the hotel.

Frequent Questions

FAQs about La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bessemer

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3:00 PM - anytime based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bessemer have?

There are 63 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bessemer?

Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bessemer?

Complimentary Breakfast Bar has been reduced to Grab and Go breakfast. We are offering a Hot option and Coffee during Breakfast hours.

What parking is available at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bessemer?

Single Entrance, Free parking

How much does internet cost?

Free Wi-Fi Access in all rooms

Is there a gym at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bessemer?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is there a pool at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bessemer?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Indoor Pool, To reduce the risk of Covid -19 our Pool is Currently Closed

Is there shuttle service at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bessemer?

Birmingham Airport 20 mi., Taxi Service is Available $35.00 min.

Meeting Space

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bessemer

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bessemer.

Feel free to use the La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bessemer meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Bessemer event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Classroom

Hollow Square

U-Shape

Theater

Room Details

For the Safety of our Guest and Staff we have reduced our seating capacity to 50%. This will allow for up to 20 people max to be allowed in the Event space.

Room Type:General Meeting Room

Floor Level:Ground Level

Power Outlets:8

Windows:3

Natural Light?:Yes

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?Yes

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

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