Name: Motel 6 Tuscaloosa AL University
Address: 3600 McFarland Boulevard East, South East Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States of America, Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa County, US
Price range: $52–$1,008 per night
Rating: 8.27

What guests think

At Motel 6 Tuscaloosa AL University, many guests highlight friendly, helpful staff and generally clean, recently updated rooms at a budget price, while others report drawbacks like highway noise, pests in some rooms, and occasional maintenance, Wi‑Fi, or check‑in issues.

The location is convenient to the university and main roads with plenty of nearby dining, while a few guests felt the surrounding area could seem sketchy. Parking is easy and pet-friendly policies are appreciated. Overall, expect a simple budget stay with updated basics and convenient access, but variable consistency.

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Facilities

Guests note ample parking and pet-friendly policies, with a small fenced dog area mentioned. Some experienced unreliable Wi‑Fi/TV or other equipment issues such as phones not working or a broken ice machine.

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DOROTHY

Oct 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice people that work there. They even called and asked if they could do anything else to make our stay more comfortable. The room was clean and parking was easy. Definitely would stay there again.

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Alisha

May 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lots of parking

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Robin

Jan 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Loved that there was a dog park easily accessible.

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Lisa

Dec 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room. Pet friendly.

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Christina

Apr 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Recently renovated with compfortable beds. Perfect for an overnight stay. As always was awesone to have my pup with me. Even a small area fenced in just for the pups. The grounds are clean and well maintained. Close to several dining options and a Dunkin Donuts. Only minuses: weren't a big deal to me though may be to someone....water didn't get hot, only luke warm and there was a $25 hold on my card for incidentals which no Motel 6 has done before. Should be refunded when I leave. All and all I would definitely stay here again.

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Tara

Aug 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

No view. Linmitrd area to walk your pet Phones did not work

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Kayla

Sep 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was the worse hotel experience I’ve ever had. From people running back and forth in front of the room to the internet and tv not working to the hair in the drain. Terrible night.

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Austin

Aug 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

the internet was bad, so tv was bad.

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Todd

Oct 11, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Parking good. Good location to the university but overall the quality is poor.

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Glen

Jul 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The smell of marijuana was all around the building and observed two people smoking it at different times. No parking on back side. Ice machine was broke. AC not the best.

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Cleanliness

Many reviews praise very clean or spotless rooms and attentive housekeeping. However, multiple guests reported roaches, odors, and dirty or stained linens/bathroom fixtures.

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Lacie

Sep 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Roaches everywhere in our room!

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Catrina

Nov 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very courteous staff. Spotless room. I qlways have a good stay.

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Catrina

Jun 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

My stay was very comfortable and pleasant. My room was sparkling clean. Housekeepers ate the best. Thanks, Carolyn.

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Catrina

Feb 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly, helpful staff, excellent housekeeping, immaculately clean and well_kept

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Catrina

Apr 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

My stay was very pleasant as it usually is. Ms. Carolyn is an excellent housekeeper and the ro9m was exceptionally clean. I will be going back soon.

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Paul

May 6, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

We checked in late afternoon, but by the time we got back from dinner the cockroaches had appeared. Office was closed and no phone answered. So, we 'slept' in our clothes, and left lights on. God knows what was in the beds! Stayed wake majority of night keeping watch. In am, went to find another hotel. We had family members in for graduation and 4 rooms were infested...we all moved out! Health dept will be notified by all of us. As a side note: the staff were polite and helpful. They seemingly understood the issue. Hope they reported this to mgment and corp roomroom was infested with roaches

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Nikki

Aug 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our room was so humid. I stayed there for graduation from graduate school and went with my hair poofy from moisture and makeup messed up from never cooling off after my shower. We found food crumbs on the floor. There were bugs in the sink, the shower was stained and dirty, and a hole had been plastered in the bathroom. The plaster smelled horrendous. It made the entire bathroom smell. I was afraid it would make my cap and gown smell the same. The sheets didn’t seem very clean. I had my husband go buy me a pillowcase to sleep on. The one positive is the staff at check in/check out were very pleasant.

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Charles

Jul 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I liked that the rooms were pretty clean. However one of the rooms doors wasn’t able to fully close which didn’t allow the room to stay cool. Also we spotted a roach in room 103

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Kimberly

Nov 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We had a very easy check in. The room was nice and clean.

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Catrina

Feb 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly, helpful staff. Spotless room. I always enjoy my stay.

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Rooms

Rooms are generally remodeled with modern basics and some comfortable beds, but noise from the highway or other guests is a recurring concern. Several guests noted A/C or hot water problems, leaky showers, and mixed bed comfort.

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cyndi

Jun 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Road noise is extremely loud.

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Charles

Mar 4, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

We couldn't get the hot water when we'd go get a bath. I have long hair and when I washed it all I had was cold water not even warm. This happened everyday

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Danielle

Oct 6, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Friendly and helpful staff. Convenient location. Older building with updated room, had all the basics I needed. Lots of parking. Great value. Will stay here again.

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Danielle

Aug 18, 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

Stayed at this property for over a week. The staff were super helpful and on top of everything. The room was clean and modern with newer furnishings. The building itself is old. Located right on busy road. I would stay here again, great value. Very convenient location.

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Calvin

Apr 17, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Walls were too thin

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Timothy

Mar 31, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The Shower curtain did not keep the water in the shower, so it flooded the bathroom

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Kenneth

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We booked a room last minute for the weekend for the football game. It was pleasantly surprising. It is an old hotel and looks it from the outside but the rooms were completely remodeled and nice. It is only 3-4 miles from campus and has plenty of restaurants nearby.

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Racheal

Dec 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Parking was fine. Small parking lot right outside the room. No one was ever at the front office, door stay locked. The bed was super uncomfortable. Felt like there was plastic over the mattress. Pillows were pretty much pillow-less. 2 nights of no sleep. BUT if you’re just there for a fun foot ball weekend can’t beat the price.

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Stephen

Feb 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Could hear other patrons above us. Wood floors?

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Lisa

Feb 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

My stay was excellent and the staff was fantastic as always. The room was clean and the bed was the most comfortable one I have ever slept in. I wish I could give this place 10 Stars. I will stay in this Motel every time I need a place to stay in Tuscaloosa. I just can't say enough about how great it was and how great the staff was.

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Service

Service is frequently described as friendly and helpful, with staff accommodating early check-ins and going above and beyond. A few guests faced issues such as overbooking, refund delays, or housekeeping lapses.

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Audrey

Sep 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

My husband and i stayed here overnight while attending a Bama game. The staff were excelent! We arrived early at 12:30 and they allowed us early check in without an extra fee. Rooms were very clean and upgraded. Bed was a little too firm, but thats just too my liking. It was a grwat stay. Staff were amazing and the property was clean and well taken care of!

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Jessica

May 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff was phenomenal. Miss Barbara went above and beyond to help us into the room. Love her!!!! She treated us like family! The housekeeping staff were extremely friendly and hospitable.

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Charles L

Sep 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room did not get made up on our second day. Not only that housekeeping HAD bewn in the room and took all of the towels and LEFT NONE! I went to the office and they gave me hand towels to use for the shower. Totally unacceptable. We deserve a refund.

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Jennifer A

Jun 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was so friendly and helpful. The front desk person was super kind, she allowed us to check in a little early, she pointed out exactly where our room was located and where to park. Upon arriving at our room, the housekeeper told us t be careful because she had just mopped our room. A few minutes after settling in our room, the housekeeper stopped by to make sure everything was to our liking. The room was completely renovated, it was very clean and comfortable.

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Michelle

Aug 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Arrived at the hotel to get our keys at 1:30 in the morning after already booking a room online and they overbooked and did not have a room available for us. So I was stranded at 1:30 in the morning with 2 children, no place to stay when all of the hotels were booked due to college move in. Staff was nice and helped me try to find another room, but they were unable to, so I had to drive over an hour to get a hotel room. Very disappointed in this experience.

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Monica

Aug 20, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Tonya at the front desk was the most delightful woman I have met. She made sure that ours needs were met. She was personable and had a big smile.

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Annie

Mar 24, 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

Employees are great at this location. Will definitely be back. I had back surgery and I had advised them of that and they made sure my room was on the first floor with a handicapped bathroom. Thank you.

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Timothy

May 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was amazing . The hotel had a complete renovation and was clean and attractive. I can't say enough about the staff. I accidentally left a very valuable item in my room when I checked out. The manager located the item and kept it safe until I could return from a large distance away from the hotel. Thank you so much Motel 6. I'll be back for another stay!!

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Kimberly

Nov 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We had a very easy check in. The room was nice and clean.

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Arthur

Aug 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

When I arrived at midnight my room had a leak and there was water all over the floor. The night agent was nice but unable to provide me with another room and was unable to refund my money. She told me they would not let her process refunds. I had to find new accommodations at 12:30 AM and drive back the next morning to have my refund processed.

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Location

Convenient to the University of Alabama, major roads, and nearby dining options. Some guests felt the surrounding area could seem sketchy.

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cyndi

Jun 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Road noise is extremely loud.

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Maria

Sep 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The location of this motel was extremely convenient and had ample parking. It is bit noisy due to proximity to the road. Fortunately we were able to sleep comfortably. The bed was great. It is clean and provides all the basic necessities. The staff were very welcoming and helpful.

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Ashley

Apr 29, 2025

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Stayed 8 nights

If you need a low priced clean place to stay this is your place. It is right off one of the main roads so it is easy to get around.

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Aaron

Feb 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hmm. The room was clean and new-looking but everything was low quality. It was tolerable for the $71 I paid. There was no remote for the tv and the ac kept turning off because its power outlet was bad. Eventually I couldn't get it on again. The faucet in the sink was very loose -- badly installed. I've never seen a more sketchy looking bunch of fellow guests in my life. Maybe better to find a place that's not the first turn-off when you get off the highway.

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Ann Marie

Aug 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was very convenient to get to and close to the university

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Aimee

May 10, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel room was very clean and had a cute update. The front desk staff was very friendly. The neighborhood was a little scary, but I had no issues.

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William

Feb 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Near major highway, lots noise. No xtra toiletries.

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Kenneth

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We booked a room last minute for the weekend for the football game. It was pleasantly surprising. It is an old hotel and looks it from the outside but the rooms were completely remodeled and nice. It is only 3-4 miles from campus and has plenty of restaurants nearby.

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Carla

Aug 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was easy to check in and the staff was very helpful and friendly. We asked for extra pillows and within the hour they dropped them off. It was raining and the person checking us in didn't make me go back out to the car for the tag number and instead got it when I circled around to our room. The room was clean but we did see two roaches during the night. It had a comfy bed and a smart t.v. There was plenty of restaurants nearby however I wouldn't recommend the Shrimp Basket. Their food was bland and pricey. We did smell marijuana being smoked in a room nearby coming through our vents. The neighborhood was safe and convenient. I stayed one night with my son on a long trip back from Texas to NC.

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Maurice

Sep 12, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The room is on the backside which backs up to a fence. Very unsafe area and shady characters hanging around the parking lot.

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Donna

Sep 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was a nice property. But, this Motel 6 doesn’t allow the their guest to have coffee in the morning. They have two coffee pots set up that appear as if they serve coffee but they don’t . They only serve it on football game days . It was the only Motel 6 I’ve ever been to that doesn’t serve guest coffee in the morning. I travel for work and stay in this brand hotel all over the country and it just amazes me that they can be franchised and not have Motel 6 standards. The front desk agent was nice and kind .

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Danielle

Aug 18, 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

Stayed at this property for over a week. The staff were super helpful and on top of everything. The room was clean and modern with newer furnishings. The building itself is old. Located right on busy road. I would stay here again, great value. Very convenient location.

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B Nicholle

Jun 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was excellent! She also gave us a great recommendation for dinner. Rooms were clean and close to the freeway. A little noisy if you didn’t have the AC blowing, but otherwise it was a nice stay for our three rooms for a family of 10.

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Christina

Apr 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Recently renovated with compfortable beds. Perfect for an overnight stay. As always was awesone to have my pup with me. Even a small area fenced in just for the pups. The grounds are clean and well maintained. Close to several dining options and a Dunkin Donuts. Only minuses: weren't a big deal to me though may be to someone....water didn't get hot, only luke warm and there was a $25 hold on my card for incidentals which no Motel 6 has done before. Should be refunded when I leave. All and all I would definitely stay here again.

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Brian

Sep 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

very clean room and overall appearance was great .. easy parking and lots of food areas to eat ..

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Kenneth

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We booked a room last minute for the weekend for the football game. It was pleasantly surprising. It is an old hotel and looks it from the outside but the rooms were completely remodeled and nice. It is only 3-4 miles from campus and has plenty of restaurants nearby.

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Carla

Aug 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was easy to check in and the staff was very helpful and friendly. We asked for extra pillows and within the hour they dropped them off. It was raining and the person checking us in didn't make me go back out to the car for the tag number and instead got it when I circled around to our room. The room was clean but we did see two roaches during the night. It had a comfy bed and a smart t.v. There was plenty of restaurants nearby however I wouldn't recommend the Shrimp Basket. Their food was bland and pricey. We did smell marijuana being smoked in a room nearby coming through our vents. The neighborhood was safe and convenient. I stayed one night with my son on a long trip back from Texas to NC.

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Hyun Joo

Aug 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good place to go shopping and eating.

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Month	Average price
January	$53
February	$55
March	$63
April	$91
May	$120
June	$64
July	$64
August	$79
September	$125
October	$143
November	$200
December	$63

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $55	2 $81	3 $81
4 $59	5 $56	6 $56	7 $55	8 $55	9 $672	10 $1,008
11 $105	12 $56	13 $56	14 $56	15 $56	16 $77	17 $77
18 $58	19 $56	20 $56	21 $56	22 $57	23 $682	24 $687
25 $60	26 $57	27 $57	28 $56	29 $57	30 $83	31 $84

Motel 6 Tuscaloosa AL University

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13	14	15	16	17	18	19 $192
20 $56	21 $52	22 $53	23 $53	24 $77	25 $373	26 $757
27 $354	28 $52	29 $53	30 $55