Candlewood Suites Alabaster by IHG

4.2
447 reviews
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About

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Welcome to Candlewood Suites - Alabaster! The area's only all suite, award winning hotel. Ideally situated in Alabaster, Alabama and the heart of the area's shopping and dining district, Candlewood is also only 15 miles from Birmingham. Hotel provides large, comfortable accommodations, easy access to local attractions and top area businesses. Guests enjoy shopping at the Summit, Riverchase Galleria Mall or steps away, at Alabaster's Colonial Promenade, and picnicking at Oak Mountain State Park. Headlining concerts at the Oak Mountain Amphitheatre Verizon Wireless Music Center and weddings/events at the w American Village are minutes from our pet friendly property. Only 25 minutes from Birmingham International Airport our amenities include on-site, 24-hour business center with copy, print and fax services, free high-speed, wired and wireless Internet access throughout the hotel and complimentary fitness facilities on and off site. During your stay, enjoy relaxing in one of our spacious suites featuring over-sized executive work desks, kitchens with full-size appliances, lending locker with free kitchen equipment and games, free laundry facilities, Candlewood Cupboard sundries and dining option. As you plan your trip, we invite you to explore our excellent Alabaster, Alabama hotel rates and make your Candlewood Suites reservations today.

Location

Candlewood Suites Alabaster by IHG
1004 Balmoral Drive, Alabaster, AL
35007, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.2
447 reviews
5 stars
270
4 stars
91
3 stars
35
2 stars
19
1 star
32

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Staff Service

Many customers praised the friendly and helpful staff, highlighting their exceptional customer service.

Cleanliness Issues

Numerous reviews mentioned cleanliness problems, including dirty rooms, bathrooms, and common areas.

Room Quality

Guests reported mixed experiences with room quality, noting issues like outdated furnishings, maintenance problems, and pest infestations.

Location Convenience

The hotel is well-located near shopping and dining options, which was appreciated by many guests.

Value for Price

Several customers felt that the price did not reflect the quality of the accommodations, citing issues that detracted from their overall experience.
  • SL
    Sonya Lopez
    5 days ago
    1.0
    Customer service sucks, Walked in to be non greeted by a woman who seemed less interested to help. After asking her if she can accommodate my partner and myself with a room for checking at that time she said we wouldn't be able to before saying I'll be back while she responded to the caller on her cell phone she walked away and 10 minutes later we were still waiting before I decided to leave the establishment. So I don't recommend this place. The lady cared less that we had been driving for hours and needed a place to rest. But we stayed at the Ramada around the corner and it was great. The customer service was outstanding. The lady actually took time to hear us and cared about getting us a room to rest. I will be reviewing them directly as well. Looking for a place go to the Ramada the beds are comfy and the rooms are clean.
  • BD
    Beverly Davis
    Oct 30, 2025
    5.0
    We loved it. Very convenient location for events at Winwood Equestrian Center. Staff so helpful and kind.
  • DA
    Diana Ash
    Oct 17, 2025
    1.0
    After traveling 12 hrs I called and reserved a room so we could get some rest. When we got to this hotel we were standing in line waiting to get our room. When we got to the desk the staff said they didn’t have any rooms. They sold their last room (our room) to the customer in front of us I showed her my email reservation All she could say was sorry , they had no rooms. I will never make a reservation here again and I don’t recommend anyone else. You’re not guaranteed to have a room when you get there.
  • CT
    Carter Thompson
    Sep 28, 2025
    1.0
    Very dirty, not up to candlewood standards as you would think. About the only thing good was the coffee. It was a place to sleep which was ok but the price does not reflect the quality that you would expect.
  • MA
    Marc Angelillo
    Sep 26, 2025
    4.0
    The rooms are large. Every toom has a kitchenette: elec 2 burner cook top, microwave, dishwasher, toaster, coffee maker and a full refrigerator. Our granddaughter goes to college in nearby Montevallo. She is an AAU womens soccer player and we attend as many as possible of her home matches. The parent/ grandparent discount is $99/night with parking included. Shopping is nearby. The pm staff is exceptionally charming and helpful. Its a somewhat older building that recently been refreshed. Any challenges we've encountered have been resolved in our favor. They have a 24/7 free coffee dispensing machine and an honor system, self-serve snack room adjacent to the frony desk with inexpensive item

Frequently Asked Questions About Candlewood Suites Alabaster by IHG

What are the check-in and check-out times at Candlewood Suites Alabaster by IHG?

Check-in time is at 3:00 PM and check-out time is at 12:00 PM.

Does Candlewood Suites Alabaster accommodate pets?

Yes, both cats and dogs are allowed at the hotel, making it a pet-friendly property.