BEST WESTERN PLUS BESSEMER HOTEL & SUITES - Bessemer AL 5041 Academy Ln 35022

5041 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

Very Good

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Call to book 1-800-219-2797

Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871

The Best Western Plus Bessemer Hotel & Suites offers amenities such as parking, an elevator, a gym, a pool, a restaurant, WiFi/Internet, pet-friendly rooms, laundry facilities, non-smoking rooms, breakfast, air conditioning, a 24/7 front desk, a business center, meeting rooms, and a beach.

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Free full breakfast

Free WiFi

Wheelchair accessible parking

Fitness facilities

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Reviews

"Great"

Great staff, great location, stay here every time with zero issues!

Johnny P. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Wed May 13 to Thu May 14 2026 at a $89.99 average nightly rate.

"Flawless"

Great staff! Great location! My go to motel for the area! A safe location with several food options and very convenient to the interstate!

Johnny P. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Thu Mar 26 to Fri Mar 27 2026 at a $100.99 average nightly rate.

"Very enjoyable"

Have stayed here before and was of same high quality.

Shirley A. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Sun Feb 15 to Wed Feb 18 2026 at a $78.99 average nightly rate.

"Clean And Comfortable"

Staff was very friendly. They offer a good breakfast. Our room was very clean and comfortable. I would definitely stay here again.

Deborah K. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Wed Oct 22 to Thu Oct 23 2025 at a $84.56 average nightly rate.

"Easy to make reservations and very happy staff."

I like the place. The ladies at the front desk were a "hoot". They were very friendly.

Kevin K. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Sat Oct 11 to Sun Oct 12 2025 at a $109.00 average nightly rate.

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Property Description

Located in Bessemer, Best Western Plus Bessemer Hotel & Suites is within a 5-minute drive of Bessemer Civic Center and Lawson State Community College. This hotel is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Medical West - An Affiliate of UAB Health System and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from WaterMark Place Outlet Center.

A complimentary full breakfast is served daily.

Make yourself at home in one of the 70 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. 39-inch flat-screen televisions are provided, with satellite programming available. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and separate sitting areas, and housekeeping is provided daily.

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 - 13.4 mi
Us Army Dept - 13.4 mi
Legion Field - 13.6 mi
Birmingham Southern College - 13.7 mi
Oak Mountain State Park - 13.7 mi
Samford University - 13.8 mi
Alabama Men's Hall of Fame - 14.1 mi
Oak Mountain Amphitheater - 14.2 mi
Birmingham Theological Seminary - 14.5 mi
Healthsouth Medical Center - 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 a business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Free self parking is available onsite.

Enjoy recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and a vending machine.

WE CAN OFFER YOU DEEPLY DISCOUNT ALABAMA ADVENTURE TICKETS ALSO! WE PURCHASE 2000 Tickets per year at a Deeply discounted group rate! Choose us to find out more! We are a newly renovated property that is the champion hotel for family reunions. We have an onsite grill that is free to use we require a 50.00 refundable deposit to use the grill. We have a professional photographer, party rental, tent rental, and entertainment rental company available for your use as well. We can help you from start to finish in planning meetings, events, and reunions. We have 70 rooms, all rooms have either queen or king beds with new triple sheeted bedding, new carpet, tile and bathroom fixtures. Every room has a microwave, refridgerator, iron and ironing board, coffee maker, and minimum of 1 27" t.v. with 2 HBO's and 3 ESPNS. We are very convenient and centrally located to the Hoover area, and Birmingham area, putting you directly in the middle and next door to a waterpark, theme park and outlet mall! We can also boast the largest outdoor swimming pool and Hot tub in Bessemer! We also offer a full hot breakfast every morning to give you the best selection available featuring waffles, sausage and gravy biscuits, omelets, bacon, sausage, and much more!

Local Attractions

Alabama Adventure, Amusement Park, Movie THeater, 5 Major Golf Courses, Driving Range, Birmingham Barons Baseball, Tannehill State Park, Bessemer Flea Market, 15 Minutes to Birmingham, 10 Minutes to Hoover

Details / Other Expenses

Check-In 3:00 PM - 3:00 AM

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Year of Last Renovation: 2010

Floors: 3

Rooms: 70

Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 44

Handicap Rooms: 3

Suites: 16

Room Windows: Windows Do Open

Cleaning Frequency: As Needed

Meeting Rooms: 1

Nightly Parking: 0.00

Total Taxes: 17.00%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Cancellation: 24 Hours prior to arrival except on special event weekends which are 1 week prior to arrival

Check-In Instructions:

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

Amenities / Features

24-hour front desk
ATM/banking
Assistive listening devices available
Braille or raised signage
Business center
Check In: 3:00 PM - 3:00 AM
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Coffee/tea in common areas
Coin laundry on site
Computer station
Daily
Designated smoking areas
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Elevator
Elevator door width (centimeters) - 127
Elevator door width (inches) - 50
Express check-in
Express check-out
Fitness facilities
Free WiFi
Free breakfast
Free full breakfast
Free self parking
Golfing nearby
Handrails in stairways
Housekeeping on request
Internet access in public areas - high speed
Laundry facilities
Maximum number of pets per room 2
Multilingual staff
No accessible shuttle
Number of accessible parking spaces - 2
Number of outdoor pools - 1
Only dogs are allowed
Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 36
Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 80
Pets allowed
Pool hoist on site
Pool sun loungers
Professional property host/manager
RV, bus, truck parking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Stair-free path to entrance
Stairwell handrail height (centimeters) - 91
Stairwell handrail height (inches) - 36
Swimming pool
Television in common areas
Vending machine
Water dispenser
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair accessible parking
Wheelchair accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Airport & Shuttle Info

We are just 25 miles from BHM, Birmingahm International Airport. We can arrange to have limo transportation from airport to hotel for 90.00 or a cab or rental car can be received from the airport.

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Local Shuttle Info:

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Pets allowed based on the availability of pet friendly rooms. Up to 2 dogs per room with an 80 pound weight limit. Additional pet types (cats, birds, etc) may be accepted at the hotel''s discretion. Pet rate is $20.00 per day per pet with a $100 per week maximum per pet.

Maximum number of pets per room 2

Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 80

Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 36

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Only dogs are allowed

Pets allowed

Pet fee: USD 35 per pet (varies based on length of stay) Service animals are exempt from fees Early check-in fee: USD 35 (subject to availability) Late check-out fee: USD 35 (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

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.

For details on Best Western's privacy policy, visit www.bestwestern.com/privacy.

Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines We Care Clean (Best Western)

Best Western Plus offers upgraded bath amenities, an in-room mini-fridge, and a spacious work desk

Fitness room, laundry room, and business center also available

FREE high-speed internet, local calls, and long distance access

Breakfast is available

For the upper mid-scale market, including upgraded amenities and enhanced style and comfort.

The Best Western Plus highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

Day 1

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

Lunch Dreamland Bar-B-Que - Indulge in mouthwatering ribs and Southern sides at Dreamland Bar-B-Que, only 3 miles away 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 Birmingham Civil Rights Institute - Explore the history of the Civil Rights Movement at the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, located 15 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 Saw's Soul Kitchen - Enjoy delicious Southern comfort food at Saw's Soul Kitchen, located 5 miles away 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 10 miles from the hotel.

Activity Birmingham Museum of Art - Immerse yourself in art and culture at the Birmingham Museum of Art, situated 12 miles from the hotel.

Day 3

Breakfast Cracker Barrel - Start your day with a homestyle breakfast at Cracker Barrel, just 2 miles away from the hotel.

Lunch Chez Fonfon - Enjoy French-inspired cuisine at Chez Fonfon, a charming bistro located 14 miles from the hotel.

Dinner Highlands Bar & Grill - Treat yourself to a gourmet dinner at Highlands Bar & Grill, a renowned restaurant located 15 miles from the hotel.

Activity Vulcan Park and Museum - Visit Vulcan Park and Museum to admire the iconic Vulcan statue and learn about Birmingham's history. It is located 10 miles from the hotel.

Frequent Questions

FAQs about Best Western Plus Bessemer Hotel & Suites

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3:00 PM - 3:00 AM 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 Best Western Plus Bessemer Hotel & Suites have?

There are 70 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Best Western Plus Bessemer Hotel & Suites?

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

Is there a gym at Best Western Plus Bessemer Hotel & Suites?

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

Is there a pool at Best Western Plus Bessemer Hotel & Suites?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property.

Is Best Western Plus Bessemer Hotel & Suites pet friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed. Pets allowed based on the availability of pet friendly rooms. Up to 2 dogs per room with an 80 pound weight limit. Additional pet types (cats, birds, etc) may be accepted at the hotel''s discretion. Pet rate is $20.00 per day per pet with a $100 per week maximum per pet.

Is there shuttle service at Best Western Plus Bessemer Hotel & Suites?

We are just 25 miles from BHM, Birmingahm International Airport. We can arrange to have limo transportation from airport to hotel for 90.00 or a cab or rental car can be received from the airport.