Name: Courtyard by Marriott Birmingham Homewood
Address: 500 Shades Creek Parkway, Birmingham, Alabama, United States of America, Birmingham, Alabama, US
Price range: US$167–US$357 per night
Rating: 8.57

What guests think

At Courtyard by Marriott Birmingham Homewood, travelers frequently praise the genuinely friendly staff, overall cleanliness, and a convenient Homewood location near Brookwood hospitals, shopping, and dining, making it a practical base for medical visits, errands, and short stays.

Guests often mention quiet rooms and smooth check-in, with a few positive notes about the lobby and pool areas. Recurring drawbacks include an older layout with a single, far-down elevator and long hallway walks, inconsistent housekeeping, dated or undermaintained fitness equipment, and occasional room issues like musty odors or weak hot water. Best for straightforward overnights rather than a luxe or amenity heavy stay.

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Cleanliness

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Service

Location

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Facilities

The fitness center is repeatedly described as dated or in need of maintenance, and several guests found the single, far-down elevator causes long walks; lobby and pool areas are acceptable, though the pool can be crowded when groups stay.

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Stephen

30 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It's clear the people working here work hard to make the guest experience as pleasant as possible. Public areas were well-maintained, and the courtyard had a pleasant atmosphere. The gym equipment needs some maintenance and updating, but it certainly isn't the worst gym I've used. The HVAC system for parts of the building struggle against the humidity; my room was fine, but a coworker's room on the opposite side of the building was musty. Similarly, my hot water was fine, but theirs was non-existent.

8

Marilyn

22 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Good stay, except we were there with several groups of high school baseballers. Couldn't enjoy the pool, to crowded and busy

8

Kim

9 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Carpet needs to be cleaned in our room. Front desk gave us the impression we could check in before4:00 but our room wasn’t ready until 4:00. No microwave, kinda of cheesy after paying over 300.00 for lodging. Lobby area was nice, pool area nice. Housekeeping was very helpful.

6

Robin

27 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The location of the elevator was in the back of the hotel. So, you check in up front then carry luggage down long hall to elevator and possibly carry luggage down another long hall to room. Mattress was hard

8

Julie

27 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I liked the property, I just wish there had been more easy access to the elevator.

6

Robert

9 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was great. Cafe was good. Fitness Center needs all new equipment.

6

JEFF GULLEY

25 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The handicap accessibility was an issue.

6

Katherine

8 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Access to 2nd floor is terrible - guests have to hike a long distance to the elevator. Awful design and very inconvenient. Will not return

10

Mickey

27 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

There is renovation going on, but overall it was a clean and comforable stay. We felt safe on the property and the town is a great place to visit. This is the first time we have been to Homewood and would recommend it.

6

Sharon

6 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Pros - nice location. Easy access. Lobby and room clean. Cons - only one elevator way down hall and the rooms wrap around in a square so you end up walking quite a distance in and out. Some staff very friendly but not all. Surprised pool umbrella table turned over during quick storm and still that way 18 hrs later. Cafe in lobby expensive (soda $5.55!). Because Starbucks no welcome guest coffee or water. My opinion not worth price.

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Cleanliness

Public areas and many rooms are clean, but multiple reviews cite housekeeping lapses (missed service, empty toiletries) and occasional issues like leftover trash or stained items.

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Stephanie

10 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were very welcoming. The room smelled stale. This property needs a recarpetimg and the fabric on the wall needs to go. I think the carpet and the wall fabric made the room smell.

8

Kim

9 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Carpet needs to be cleaned in our room. Front desk gave us the impression we could check in before4:00 but our room wasn’t ready until 4:00. No microwave, kinda of cheesy after paying over 300.00 for lodging. Lobby area was nice, pool area nice. Housekeeping was very helpful.

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Tracy

30 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

My room reeked of mildew to the point I turned the air off and kept all of my clothes in my suitcase so they wouldn’t smell. I was never able to get more than like warm water for the shower no matter where I put the nozzle or how long I waited. We will not be coming back.

6

Mike

11 Feb 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

We love staying at this hotel when we are in town. The housekeeping never attempted to clean and restock our room — had to ask twice and all we received were fresh towels. Toilet paper was not restocked and had to go to the front desk multiple times to replenish the coffee for the coffee maker. This is not the first time this has happened to us at this same hotel. The mattresses on the beds are a bit hard. Regardless, we had a lovely stay.

8

Michael

25 Mar 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Only negative is that housekeeping never serviced my room over a four night stay.

10

Vickie

4 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The property was clean, quiet, and comfortable.

10

Janet

31 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We always stay here! Clean hotel and friendly staff

10

Dwayne

23 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice, clean , quiet, very friendly staff, highly recommend

4

Yovan Dior

8 Sept 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Walking into the property smelled really fresh. Upon arrival into the room there was trash in the waste paper basket and red lipstick on the upper portion of the shower curtain. The faucet to the tub/shower wasn’t securely attached. The sliding door leading out to the patio was inoperative because it wouldn’t lock. The body wash dispenser was empty by day two (how often is it refilled when rooms are cleaned). The alarm clock is 2 hours behind which made me late for the event I came in town for. I stayed in room 126 from Thursday September 5 thru Sunday September 8 2024. I’ve stayed at several Marriott properties and this does not met their standards. The staff was very professional and friendly. And the beds were very comfortable.

6

Jennifer

25 Mar 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

No housekeeping for our time there. Area around bar room not clean.

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Rooms

Rooms are often quiet, but several guests found the mattresses firm and bathroom lighting weak, and a few reported inconsistent hot water or water pressure.

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Tracy

30 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

My room reeked of mildew to the point I turned the air off and kept all of my clothes in my suitcase so they wouldn’t smell. I was never able to get more than like warm water for the shower no matter where I put the nozzle or how long I waited. We will not be coming back.

6

Robin

27 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The location of the elevator was in the back of the hotel. So, you check in up front then carry luggage down long hall to elevator and possibly carry luggage down another long hall to room. Mattress was hard

6

Ruby

13 May 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Staff was very good. Bed advertised as king but beware it was much smaller.

10

Mark

4 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We stay at quite a few hotels during the year and this one was one of the best. The staff very friendly, the room clean and quiet. Even my wife was impressed.

10

Blanca

28 Apr 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Very nice hotel Quiet Clean Well appointed

6

Mike

11 Feb 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

We love staying at this hotel when we are in town. The housekeeping never attempted to clean and restock our room — had to ask twice and all we received were fresh towels. Toilet paper was not restocked and had to go to the front desk multiple times to replenish the coffee for the coffee maker. This is not the first time this has happened to us at this same hotel. The mattresses on the beds are a bit hard. Regardless, we had a lovely stay.

6

Annie Kate

10 Apr 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Front desk was wonderful. Jonah couldn't have been nicer and more professional. Everyone I encountered was lovely. The hotel is old, smelly, and the beds and pillows are incredibly uncomfortable. I'm on my way to a chiropractor after sleeping there for 2 nights.

10

Ramona

18 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

So quiet and conveniently located to Brookwood Hospital.

8

John

30 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Bed was hard Thermostat didn't work consistently Very noisy in the mornings with heavy doors slamming up and down the hallway, especially the exit door

4

Michael

30 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I realize it’s an older building, but the lighting in the rooms, specifically the bathrooms, is lacking. Also the water pressure and hot water temperature could use some serious improvements.

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Service

Service is widely praised as professional and helpful at the front desk and bar, though a few guests reported slow follow-up or confusion around check-in and amenities.

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Mark

17 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great Staff very friendly clean great nights sleep

8

Robert

18 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff at check in was excellent

10

William

24 Feb 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Enjoyed the 4 day stay there. Staff was friendly, prompt, & helpful. Dining options were excellent. Jeff at the front desk was phenomenal.

6

Mary

27 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I am not sure why online check in is offered if I still have to go to the desk and wait to check in. They use some heavily scented air freshener throughout the property. The ice I got out of the ice machine even tasted like it. The housekeeping service woke me up early cleaning the room next door. Overall will not stay again for those reasons but it was clean and fine if you can stand the air freshener.

10

Jordan

3 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Quick and easy!

10

Robert

21 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Fantastic reception.

10

Ashley

8 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were very friendly and our room was very comfortable.

10

Michael

17 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Friendly staff

6

Marie

10 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff ŵas courteous & friendly. The hotel was clean & welcoming. The site provided fresh, sweet, iced water in the lobby all throughout the day. On the Expedia site, it stated that this hotel had breakfast but should have listed that it was for purchase. I was disappointed to find out that breakfast was for purchase & not provided to guests. Tv did not work in my room during my stay & the light in the entry area of the room, did not work. I had called guest services 3x & no assistance was sent to my room. They offered me to change rooms but it was too late & I was already settled in the room.

10

Heather

12 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Got in late after a long drive and so happy to see a lovely, clean room. Check in was a breeze. Check out is noon! That’s great to get some rest.

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Location

Convenient for Brookwood hospitals and nearby shopping, with easy access to local attractions and major roads.

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Reilly

19 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

convenient

10

Michael

11 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Located conveniently to Brookwood Baptist Hospital

10

Emily

24 Apr 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean property, Market and Target across the street for essentials. Short easy drive to the zoo and area restaurants. Would def stay again.

10

Onel

9 Oct 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

What I loved the fact that it was right across the street from were I was going.

10

Courtney

12 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Love it! So convenient and clean and just right!

10

Ramona

18 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

So quiet and conveniently located to Brookwood Hospital.

10

Greg

10 May 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We needed at place close to the hospital Pleasant

8

Laurie

6 Oct 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

This location works well for the work related trade show I was attending. Quiet, well maintained. Rooms with king size bed are small for two people. The walk-in shower and large closet are nice!

10

Lisa

28 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice area close to the Dr office I had to visit

10

John

4 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice and clean. Easy access to Brookwood Women’s Medical center.

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Dining

On-site cafe and bar are available; several guests note breakfast is not complimentary and prices for drinks or food feel high, though others enjoyed the offerings and bar service.

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Sabrina

29 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We love the staff! Greg made an amazing espresso martini!

10

William

24 Feb 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Enjoyed the 4 day stay there. Staff was friendly, prompt, & helpful. Dining options were excellent. Jeff at the front desk was phenomenal.

10

Tyler

16 Nov 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Great staff and great breakfast

10

William

24 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The breakfast service was not so great.

8

GLYNIS

23 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Wish we could have had a complimentary breakfast.

6

Robert

9 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was great. Cafe was good. Fitness Center needs all new equipment.

4

Alec

26 Jan 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

All non-alcoholic drinks were $5.50. for a bottle of soda... Food was missing an order and was outrageously priced as well as was the price of the rooms. I went down to purchase another room for my party. The room was going to be 199.00$. charged my card 260.00$! Just a price gouging company sheesh. If you like hidden fees, this is the hotel for you!

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Marie

10 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff ŵas courteous & friendly. The hotel was clean & welcoming. The site provided fresh, sweet, iced water in the lobby all throughout the day. On the Expedia site, it stated that this hotel had breakfast but should have listed that it was for purchase. I was disappointed to find out that breakfast was for purchase & not provided to guests. Tv did not work in my room during my stay & the light in the entry area of the room, did not work. I had called guest services 3x & no assistance was sent to my room. They offered me to change rooms but it was too late & I was already settled in the room.

8

Tina

11 Jan 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

They could really do a coffee bar for the guests and have a better breakfast option

6

Sharon

6 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Pros - nice location. Easy access. Lobby and room clean. Cons - only one elevator way down hall and the rooms wrap around in a square so you end up walking quite a distance in and out. Some staff very friendly but not all. Surprised pool umbrella table turned over during quick storm and still that way 18 hrs later. Cafe in lobby expensive (soda $5.55!). Because Starbucks no welcome guest coffee or water. My opinion not worth price.

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Month	Average price
January	US$168
February	US$178
March	US$192
April	US$200
May	US$178
June	US$172
July	US$165
August	US$173
September	US$196
October	US$219
November	US$180
December	US$162

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $198	2 $199	3 $189
4 $188	5 $210	6 $209	7 $209	8 $255	9	10
11 $220	12 $209	13	14 $209	15 $209	16 $293	17 $251
18 $222	19 $209	20 $245	21 $209	22 $261	23	24 $357
25 $209	26 $209	27 $238	28 $209	29 $209	30 $294	31 $314

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16	17	18 $219	19 $191
20 $190	21 $188	22 $188	23 $188	24 $199	25	26
27 $167	28 $203	29	30 $188

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About this property

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Room, 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Courtyard View

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Courtyard View (Balcony)

Room, 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Hearing Access, Roll-In Shower)

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Courtyard View)

Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View (Balcony)

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

Room, 2 Double Beds (Mobility Hearing Access, Roll-In Shower)

Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Hearing Access, Transf Shower)

Room, 2 Double Beds (Mobility Hearing Access, Transf Shower)

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