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Oct 2, 2007 by tammy from athens, alabama
Overall Rating: 6
Cleanliness:[3] • Staff:[4] • Location:[5]

• Beds were ok.
• Was a lot of waiting and was not prepared for all the hairdressers. Kept running out of breakfast items.

“Very bad. Went for a hair show booked with them because I was assured of shuttle to and from the hair show. When we got there we had to wait over an hour for our room. Then we were told we could not do the shuttle because of the hair show. I told them that is why I booked with them, for the shuttle. I did not know where a lot of things were in the area and how to get back and forth. I was told it was only a half a mile we could walk. I was not walking at night! The valet was a long wait and they could not find a car which pushed us behind. I think they should give us a discount for all the trouble. Never again will I stay there.”

Feb 7, 2007 by Karent from Tuscaloosa, AL
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[7] • Location:[10]

• Staff was friendly and helpful.
• NA.

“It was convenient and comfortable and met my needs for the night. I would stay there again.”

Aug 24, 2006 by Brandon from Sugar Land, TX
Overall Rating: 6
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• I love the historic significance and decor of the hotel.
• My room was far less exciting than the last time I stayed there; they let the place kind of go.

“They should have their room quality level more consistent than what I have experienced the two times I have stayed there in the last 4 months.”

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Aug 6, 2006 by Matt from Canton, MI
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[9] • Location:[8]

• Relax atmosphere good food.
• Satisfied.

“Good food pleasant amenities friendly staff would return.”

Jul 12, 2006 by Terry from Owens Cross Roads, AL
Overall Rating: 4
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[6] • Location:[8]

• Historic factor.
• The hotel was in transition. Terrible restaurant/room service.

“During the remainder of 2006, the hotel is undergoing renovations. The onsite dining/room service are very sub par at this time.”

Jul 11, 2006 by Joeann from Sturgis, MS
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• The room that we stayed in was so spacious and big.
• No microwave or refrigerator.

“It was a very pleasant experience for my husband, children and me. We did not expect to have our children with us, but due to unforeseen events we did. The hotel accommodated our needs to double beds and the room was the largest we have ever been in. It was perfect for all 6 of us (children ages 5mo.-10). Free parking on curb was a bonus, too. Only 3 blocks from civic center.”

Jul 11, 2006 by Joanne from Normandy, TN
Overall Rating: 1
Cleanliness:[5] • Staff:[5] • Location:[8]

• Ummm. I could watch GAC on cable.
• The carpet needed cleaning, there was no ice machine, 16.00 per day for valet parking and no other choice! This made me a bit angry.

“Smelled musty, no ice machine, very few conveniences. glasses in room not replaced after we used them. I would not stay there again under any circumstance. Valet parking was outrageous at 16.00 per day with no other choice. Not what I had hoped for. Very disappointed.”

Jul 7, 2006 by Jereme from Dale, IN
Overall Rating: 1
Cleanliness:[1] • Staff:[6] • Location:[1]

• Staff was nice.
• Small rooms and bad smell.

“"wow this hotel ........!" that is a quote from my oldest son (8) and also my wife. We check in, did not go to our room, went and got something to eat and shop. Then we went to our room. We were in our room for may be 15 minutes while I got hotel reservations on my cell phone. We left and went to a nicer, better hotel.”

Jul 6, 2006 by Mark from Atlanta, GA
Overall Rating: 2
Cleanliness:[5] • Staff:[5] • Location:[9]

• Old world character.
• Rooms are worn out.

“This hotel is very run down and dark. I checked out a day early so that I would not have look at the awful dark room.”

Jun 11, 2006 by Geoff from Marina Del Rey, CA
Overall Rating: 6
Cleanliness:[7] • Staff:[7] • Location:[9]

• Nice Ol' Southern Hotel.
• I got dinged for $17 parking charge.

“Cool ol' Southern Hotel in downtown Birmingham. Only complaint is that they dinged me for $17 in parking.”

Jun 5, 2006 by G. M. from Ideal, GA
Overall Rating: 7
Cleanliness:[7] • Staff:[8] • Location:[8]

• Very quiet! Nice staff, very helpful. Some of the best staff I have ever experienced anywhere in the country.
• Accidentally left my cell phone charger in the room when we left. They have made no effort to get it to me.

“Very nice hotel with a very nice staff. Looks like they could ship me my cell phone charger I left behind, however.”

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May 31, 2006 by Gene from Lawrenceburg, TN
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[8]

• Almost everything.
• Parking.

“Very pleasant. staff is very friendly overall everything was great. Thank you.”

May 30, 2006 by Betty from Gulfport, MS
Overall Rating: 6
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[7]

• Large room, friendly staff, good location for business, but not leisure.
• Parking was an additional amount.

“The hotel was very charming with large rooms and an ideal location for business, however, at night, downtown shuts down, and when we ventured out to find dining locations, the exits we took were not in a good part of town and dining was non-existent. The staff had directed us to a restaurant down the street from the hotel, but when we got there, they were closing their doors at 9 pm. There was no close by shopping, eating or entertainment, just simply a good place to sleep and leave, and the reader needs to be informed there is a heavy parking charge, so when you factor in parking, this was not a good money deal.”

May 30, 2006 by Amy from Birmingham, AL
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[8] • Location:[9]

• The staff was very helpful.
• The rooms are small and a bit cramped..

“Overall a good hotel experience.”

May 26, 2006 by Pierce from Blountstown, FL
Overall Rating: 1
Cleanliness:[3] • Staff:[5] • Location:[1]

• Quality bed linens.
• No Parking.

“Absolutely Horrid. Billed as a "historic" hotel, in actuality it is just old and decrepit The common areas are nice; but the rooms are barely adequate: windows painted closed, "marble" bathrooms are Home Depot tile (poorly installed at that!), there is a surcharge for Internet access, $20 valet parking with NO OPTIONS, basic cont. breakfast, very small rooms unless you opt for an executive suite at three times the cost.”

May 16, 2006 by Michael from Brandopn, MS
Overall Rating: 3
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[10] • Location:[9]

• It was in the historic district.
• I was charged $18. to park my truck! The shower was broke!

“We were pleased with the price of the hotel. ”

May 10, 2006 by Sheri from Laplata, MD
Overall Rating: 7
Cleanliness:[5] • Staff:[5] • Location:[6]

• Nice lounge and lobby.
• No nearby restaurants or other facilities on weekends.

“This is an excellent value for a business traveler in downtown Birmingham. However, Birmingham is not yet revitalized and pretty much shuts down on the weekends. If you are traveling on the weekend to attend an event it is fine, otherwise I would choose a different location. The lounge is open until 12:00, but shuts down by 10:00 on weekends because it is so slow. The rooms are small - typical city rooms. The linens need to be upgraded - they are more in line with a Holiday Inn. The access to the Y is greater - except their hours are very limited on weekends.”

May 4, 2006 by Timothy from Huntsville, AL
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• Wonderful location, hotel is very nice and historic, We had excellent service.
• Everything was perfect.

“The hotel was wonderful, excellent service from the minute that we arrived until the moment we left.”

Apr 24, 2006 by Stan from Birmingham, AL
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[7] • Staff:[8] • Location:[9]

• Great Staff
• The TV went out and the hotel never apologized.

“Great small hotel in Downtown Birmingham. I would never pay there asking price.”

Apr 21, 2006 by Keith&Linda W. from Bowling Green, KY
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[9] • Location:[7]

• It was very nice and clean .It was built in the early 1900 they had very nice clean rooms. I would recommend it to anyone tnx for your help with find it.
• Not in the best part of town but we felt safe there.

“The hotel was very nice they have restored it to its former glory. It was like steeping back in time . The staff was very nice and made our stay there very good. We would stay there again if the need arose.”

Apr 20, 2006 by Doug from Metairie, LA
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• Great Location, Large Room.
• Had to pay for parking

“My overall impression of this hotel was great. The room was larger than I expected. Hotel was clean, room was clean, furniture was a bit worn, but still nice. Staff was great. Location was excellent, we were able to get to all areas very easily.”

Apr 19, 2006 by Rickey C. from Forrest City, AR
Overall Rating: 1
Cleanliness:[1] • Staff:[6] • Location:[3]

• It's downtown.
• This total `heads a bad A/C unit with loud noise. The rooms was not clean and had a bad smell.

“I was not please with my stay, I had to change rooms three time because of a bad A/C unit and a smelled room. It just didn't live up to my expectation as a three star hotel I could in find the name of the place because it stated Tutwiler and not Wyndham. I strongly disagree with this place. Also I'm requesting A full refund of my money back.”

Apr 18, 2006 by Keisha from Huntsville, AL
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[10] • Location:[7]

• I enjoyed the friendliness of the staff and quick response of guest services.
• No room to self park.

“The minute that we arrived to the hotel we were greeted by very warm and helpful staff. Our stay was very delightful and pleasant.”

Apr 18, 2006 by Bob from Pepperell, MA
Overall Rating: 6
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[8] • Location:[8]

• Historic, old hotel in pleasing, quiet location.
• More carpet burns/scars than to be expected.

“Comfortable, quaint, great location. Room & bath decorating was dated and depressing.”

Apr 17, 2006 by David from Fort Thomas, KY
Overall Rating: 3
Cleanliness:[4] • Staff:[5] • Location:[6]

• It did have some charm of older southern hotels and the surrounding area was very nice. Parks and library.
• It was very dated. The rooms could be very charming if updated, but the carpet was dirty and the bathrooms not updated.

“Tutwiler did not meet the expectations I had. I have stayed in some great older hotels that have been nicely updated but this one was not one. The exterior windows had not been painted for decades. The rooms are large, but have decor circa 1960's. Could have been a lot worse though for $50. That was the good news.”

Apr 14, 2006 by Brian from San Antonio, TX
Overall Rating: 1
Cleanliness:[1] • Staff:[1] • Location:[9]

• The Food.
• Staff, Bad beds, burn holes, room dirty.

“They are liars. They said I requested smoking rooms. I did not! I had to stay in a horrible room (both rooms were supposed to be non smoking). ”

Apr 7, 2006 by Martha from Tupelo, MS
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• Everything we needed was convenient. The appointments were in good shape.
• We had smoking room but there was no ventilation, the bathroom fan didn't work.

“The Tutwiler is a classy establishment with professional staff. Everyone was helpful and friendly. We enjoyed our stay.”

Apr 5, 2006 by Wes from Saint Louis, MO
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[9] • Location:[9]

• I enjoyed the nice staff and the historicity of the building.
• The furnishings were a little old, mattress was uncomfortable.

“The Tutwyler is a very nice historic hotel which is conveniently located downtown near the interstate. The staff is very cordial and makes you feel you are well taken care of and are an important person. However, the furniture is a little outdated and the mattresses are quite unsupportive. The rooms are also a little small. But in all, it was a very nice stay and a neat building to look at.”

Apr 5, 2006 by Denese from Chattanooga, TN
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[9]

• The staff was incredible.
• I didn't like paying $16.99 per night to park.

“I had a very good experience. The staff was helpful and cordial. The room was very clean and neat. I would go back if I didn't have to pay for parking. It was very expensive.”

Apr 5, 2006 by Meredith from Jackson, MS
Overall Rating: 7
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[8] • Location:[9]

• The staff was informative, and I liked the lobby area.
• Room was no nicer than above-average chain hotel, stains on carpet, long delay in valet car service.

“The outside and lobby areas of the hotel were lovely. In addition, the staff was helpful and informative. Our room, however, could not be considered a luxury room. There was little art or decorative appeal, and there were stains on the carpet. In addition, housekeeping neglected to put out new soaps and shampoos on our second day. Finally, the valet parking - for which we paid $16/day - was slow due to the fact that the cars were parked off-site. Although the delay was not the fault of the attendants, it was unexpected due to the charge. Although we enjoyed our stay in Birmingham, I would have been disappointed if we had paid more than the price.”

Mar 27, 2006 by Tonka from Portland, OR
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[6] • Staff:[10] • Location:[7]

• The staff was extremely friendly and helpful.
• The hotel was dated or tired and the common areas could have been cleaner.

“My initial impression was not that impressive. Yet however old and tired the hotel was in its appearance, the staff more than made up for it. Overall it turned out to be quite a pleasant few days.”

Mar 8, 2006 by Samala from Huntsville, AL
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[9] • Location:[10]

• The room was very large, the bed was ultra comfy and big.
• The blinds in the bathroom were bent and you could see in them, and the door got jammed twice when we were leaving.

“We celebrated our 7th year anniversary at this hotel and it was perfect. The room was large and clean and the bed was absolutely to die for. The staff was very helpful and the location was good for the sites we took in. Our hotels neighbors were a little noisy, but overall it was a perfect stay.”

Mar 4, 2006 by Ben from Savage, MD
Overall Rating: 7
Cleanliness:[5] • Staff:[8] • Location:[8]

• The building is beautiful and location and service was good.
• A lot of carpet stains.

“Fine for what I paid.”

Mar 4, 2006 by Ed from Birmingham, AL
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[9] • Location:[7]

• Good location.
• Limited mass transit in area.

“Excellent older hotel with well appointed rooms and excellent staff. Be sure to visit the Fish Market restaurant on 6th ave south!! Best fresh seafood I've ever had and most plates are around $10.00! Try the Athenian Snapper!”

Mar 3, 2006 by Raymond from Sylvania, GA
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[9]

• Beautiful building and great skyline. I took pictures of some of the buildings.
• Bathroom sink stopped up.

“Everyone one was very helpful and the stay was restful.”

Feb 21, 2006 by Erin from Millbrook, AL
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[9] • Location:[7]

• Beautiful and well organized.
• Rooms need to be remodeled.

“I recommend the Tutwiler to anyone who wants to stay in a beautiful and historic hotel. It reminds me of the hotels you see in the old movies, excellent service, beautifully decorated (the main lobby), and staying there makes you feel important!”

Feb 20, 2006 by Tara from Marion, AL
Overall Rating: 6
Cleanliness:[7] • Staff:[9] • Location:[7]

• The appearance of the hotel lobby was nice.
• The rooms were worn. Needs remodeling.

“The hotel was nice, but not what I expected. Something can be historic, but still be new at the same time. I feel the hotel rooms need serious renovation. The comforter was very old and dirty looking. Not at all what I had expected.”

Feb 17, 2006 by Miriam from Orange Beach, AL
Overall Rating: 2
Cleanliness:[5] • Staff:[10] • Location:[8]

• Beautiful and historic exterior. Well located. Friendly valet staff.
• Atrocious rooms, stained carpet, beaten up furniture.

“This was once a great hotel, but now it is worse than a cheap Motel 6. The carpets were stained sand dirty, furniture was worn out and was never nice anyway. The TV must be circa 1960's. It's a shame to let this go so badly.”

Feb 16, 2006 by Mark from Spring Hill, TN
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[7] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• Location in relation to activities.
• Rooms are quite old and not maintained well.

“The location in downtown is excellent. There is no good parking if you do not wish to utilize the valet parking. The hotel is very nice and beautiful.”

Feb 15, 2006 by Bonnie from Atlanta, GA
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• The man in the kitchen at 5:45 am was quick and happy to please us by providing a couple of bowls and spoons for me!
• I wish that they had had an urn of coffee in the lobby for the marathon crowd that was gathered at 6:00am. Unusual, but a special day for so many of.

“Elegant. Grand in the most beautiful way. Thanks to all the staff.”

Feb 7, 2006 by Bob from Park Ridge, IL
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[7] • Staff:[9] • Location:[5]

• Very professional and helpful staff. Great old building.
• The bathroom could have been cleaner.

“Great old building. Lots of character. Very friendly and helpful staff. The food in the restaurant was very good.”

Feb 7, 2006 by Betsy from Augusta, GA
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• Great location, in the center of downtown area. Near a park. Clean.
• Parking is expensive - valet is of 16$. But you can park on the street after 6 pm for free.

“Good hotel for the price. Charming building. Room was small, but clean, great views of the city from my window. Very comfortable bed, nice bath products provided. Room service available.”

Jan 19, 2006 by Sean from Midfield, AL
Overall Rating: 5
Cleanliness:[5] • Staff:[6] • Location:[7]

• The historical value of the hotel I could appreciate.
• The walls appeared damp and dirty, while the shower curtains had mildew.

“It was a nice stay. However, I expected something far better from a "3 star" hotel which has such history as the Tutwiler. The location was nice; being near the Birmingham Library, Imax Theatre, and the Civil War Memorial.”

Jan 16, 2006 by Julie from Valrico, FL
Overall Rating: 7
Cleanliness:[5] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• The staff was very helpful and courteous.
• The carpet was stained and the bedspreads were worn.

“The Tukwila's staff were wonderful. The meal that we had was delicious. However, the rooms were less than I had imagined. The initial bed covering, I had them change it out had a large cigarette burn and nutshells on it. The television was small.”

Jan 12, 2006 by Adam from Tulsa, OK
Overall Rating: 1
Cleanliness:[6] • Staff:[7] • Location:[9]

• Nice location.
• N/A

“Nice location but had to change rooms twice, first room had bath room tiles falling off walls and bad wall paper peeling off walls, next room bath room had bad dirty tub and blinds would not close in bath room. ”

Jan 8, 2006 by Tonya from Alamosa, CO
Overall Rating: 5
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[5] • Location:[6]

• Beautiful building.
• So many things went wrong!

“We stayed one night, and in that time we had two light bulbs blow out, and could not get down the elevator with our luggage cart because it was out of service. The valet parking was $16 + tips, and our car was then parked about 6 whole feet from where we pulled in the night before. The only other parking option was a meter that we would've had to wake up to re-fill every two hours all night. The breakfast, which consisted of 1 muffin, 1 oatmeal, 2 bowls of cold cereal and 4 glasses of orange juice cost more than the hotel room did. Ridiculous!”

Jan 7, 2006 by Londa from Huntsville, AL
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[9]

• The location was close to the hospital. The room was spacious.
• The beds and pillows were uncomfortable. Valet parking is pricey and the only option.

“The Theiler's is a very elegant hotel with large rooms and elegant decor. The location is wonderful if you are needing to be close to downtown. The staff was friendly and helpful.”

Dec 21, 2005 by Catherine from Auburn, AL
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[4] • Staff:[8] • Location:[10]

• Coffee in the room, king sized bed, location of hotel.
• Furnishings looked outdated and old.

“Clean lobby, charming, helpful front desk. Old furnishings, for three stars, no lotion in room. Needs updating.”

Dec 15, 2005 by Bill from Andalusia, AL
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• Location and ease of check in.
• Plugs are hard to locate.

“Good hotel, nice charm, heating system was a bit loud.”

Dec 14, 2005 by Tony from Kennesaw, GA
Overall Rating: 5
Cleanliness:[7] • Staff:[5] • Location:[10]

• Location.
• Torrential water leak from bathroom of room above mine.

“Good location, for Dart trolley travel. Library across street.”