Hotel Indigo Birmingham Five Points South puts you in one of the city's most characterful neighborhoods. Five Points South is a historic district known for its fountain plaza, independent restaurants, bars, coffee shops and the proximity of the University of Alabama at Birmingham and its medical campus. The hotel follows the Indigo brand's approach of drawing design from the neighborhood, so expect locally inspired artwork and a more relaxed, boutique feeling than a large downtown tower. For travelers who prefer to spend evenings wandering to dinner on foot, it is an excellent choice, and it also works for visitors with business at UAB or the medical district.
The neighborhood is the draw. Five Points South has a collection of restaurants ranging from casual patios to some of the city's most acclaimed kitchens, along with bars, bakeries and shops. Many of the city's well-known chefs have worked within a few blocks, and the area is lively on weekends. The hotel provides a calm place to return to, with comfortable rooms, a lobby designed as a neighborhood hangout and typical IHG services. Check for current details on dining, parking and fitness facilities when you book.
For sightseeing, you are about a five-minute drive from downtown and the Civil Rights District, and a similar distance from Vulcan Park, Railroad Park and Sloss Furnaces. The Botanical Gardens and the zoo are a short drive south, and the Southside nightlife and Pepper Place are nearby. Because the neighborhood is walkable, you can leave the car for dinner and evening drinks, but you will want a car or rideshare for most daytime sights.
Who it suits
Food lovers, couples and visitors who like to stay in a neighborhood rather than a business district. Parents bringing a student to UAB, patients and families visiting the medical center and conference attendees at the university also use this hotel. Request a room away from the busiest street if you want quiet on weekend nights. Rates change with university events, football weekends and conferences, so reserve early for busy periods, review the cancellation terms and confirm the latest amenities before you finalize your booking.
Practical extras
Ask about the hotel's pet policy if you travel with a dog, since Indigo properties are often pet friendly, and check whether parking is self-park or valet. Weekend nights in Five Points South can be lively, so request a room on a higher floor or away from the street if you want quiet. The hotel's neighborhood-themed design makes it fun to explore the lobby and corridors, and staff can recommend favorite local restaurants, coffee shops and bars within a few blocks.
If you are visiting the university, ask about the closest entrances and shuttle routes. For sightseeing, rideshares to downtown are quick and inexpensive, and a car lets you reach Barber Motorsports Museum and Ruffner Mountain easily.
Why stay here
- ✓Walkable Five Points South dining
- ✓Boutique neighborhood design
- ✓Near UAB and medical district
- ✓Short ride to downtown
- ✓Lobby social space
- ✓Fitness center
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
- ✓Parking available
Good questions
Is it near downtown?+
Yes. Downtown and the Civil Rights District are roughly a five-minute drive away.
Can I walk to dinner?+
Yes. Five Points South is one of the city's best walkable restaurant and bar districts.
Who is it good for?+
Food lovers, couples and visitors with business at UAB or the medical district.