Motel 6 Tuscaloosa, AL – University

This Motel 6 was exactly what I needed after a long day of towing my RV and arriving after dark. First off: ample parking—huge plus when you’re traveling with a trailer. The front office is in a small kiosk separate from the building, which I actually found kind of charming and efficient. Check-in was smooth and professional. The front desk attendant had my reservation ready, explained the pet-friendly areas clearly, and got me settled quickly. The room itself was spotless. It felt like a recent renovation—clean lines, a barn-style sliding door, and a surprisingly boutique feel for a Motel 6. I don’t usually love purple, but it worked here. King bed, microwave, fridge, desk, very clean bathroom and shower—everything in great shape. And my dogs stayed free, which is exactly why I choose M

As a solo female traveler I felt very safe. The rooms were better quality than a lot of Hilton and Marriott rooms I have been to. I loved having the convenience of being in the city near downtown and UA without having to pay the downtown prices. Free WiFi was awesome and near Waffle House and yum Dunkin Donuts next door as well. Staff were super friendly and I loved the room color scheme as well. Everything looks brand new here. I will definitely be back here!

I booked a room here and I arrived before check in and was informed by Tonya that I was not able to check in before 3:00 pm, or unless I wanted to pay an early check-in fee. I politely declined and decided to come back. When I arrived after 3:00pm, Tonya asks for an additional $25.00 for a deposit and I had no issue paying that, in addition to the room. Now, here is the issue, the room she assigned was on the back of the building. No parking lot, no visibility of your car, and no easy access to unload and carry items to and from the room. When I saw this I immediately requested another room. Tonya starts to explain that she has no rooms available for the front and the cleaning lady started in the back and has no idea as to when a room would be available. Now, we all know if you have an iss

The location is convenient and in a relatively quiet place as well near some shops for food. Service can be improved. The rooms were nice and exactly what we reserved for however the hot water took a few minutes but otherwise not bad.

Rooms designed to minimize transmission of infection or bugs were a little lacking in warmth, but I appreciate the stripped down minimalism, ease of cleaning, and absence of the possibility of bed bugs! The aesthetic remains pleasantly slick and modern. Rooms were very recently completely redone. Front desk personnel was great. TV was hard to operate for me, but I'm old. Walk-In shower, microwave and fridge, but no tub. Everything was super clean and in good working order. Mattress was in good shape, and had a bed bug and dust mite resistant cover. Room was comfortably large, parking lot was well lit, with lots of security cameras. Lots of nearby restaurants within walking distance.