On the other side of the Red mountain in Jefferson County is the suburb of Birmingham, Alabama known as Homewood; where savvy shoppers head to when searching for the perfect gift. Shade creek runs through this suburb. It is one of the few places with iron ore, coal and limestone deposits all occurring naturally.
Situated in the Homewood area, the Aloft Birmingham Soho Square is the perfect place to experience Homewood and its surroundings. From here, guests can make the most of all that the lively city has to offer. With its convenient location, the hotel offers easy access to the city’s must-see destinations. Aloft Birmingham Soho Square is the urban oasis for guests irrespective of the reason for the trip to Homewood.
All guestrooms feature a variety of comforts. Many rooms provide flat screen television, air conditioning, heating, wake-up service, desk. These rooms are open, loft-inspired, where guests can take advantage of complimentary bottled water, mini-refrigerators and pay-per-view movies before hitting the sheets. A coffee machine and an iPod docking station are also included. Each bathroom has a hairdryer and free toiletries. All 111 rooms provide free WiFi and free wired Internet. Free local calls are among the other amenities available to guests. Pets are welcomed here and there is usually tail-wagging treat on check-in. There is a self-serve gourmet snack bar for health-conscious grab-and-go meals 24 hours a day.
The hotel has onsite restaurant, an indoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center, all available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a coffee shop/café, and a 24-hour business center are onsite. With live music performances, a lively lobby bar and ultra-modern accommodations. A business center is accessible to guests for fax and copy. Families will enjoy the game room. The gift shop, meeting facilities are offered alongside free parking and a 24-hour front desk.
Aloft Birmingham Soho Square boasts 3 on-site restaurants; Michaels Steak and Seafood Restaurant is open for lunch and dinner each day. It serves American fare and seafood. WXYZ Bar serves snacks and drinks, and Re: Fuel offers 24-hour access to sit-down meals. There is a Golf course within 2 mile available at Additional charge.
Surrounded by the chic boutiques and renowned restaurants of Homewood. The Birmingham Zoo and Birmingham Botanical Gardens are about 3.2 km from this hotel. Guests are an 11-minute drive from Birmingham Shuttlesworth International Airport. Cultural highlights such as Vulcan Park and Museum, Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Samford University, Brookwood Village, UAB Hospital and UAB – Rheumatology, Legion Field, McWane Science Center and Alabama Theater showcase the area’s history and beauty. The Aldridge Gardens is also not to be left out. Guests that are looking to shop may want to visit The Summit and Riverchase Galleria. Finally, do visit the University of Alabama-Birmingham before ending the trip.
Pro-Tip: Birmingham is listed as one of the top 100 places for paranormal activity. So, don’t be freaked out if you meet Headless Nick in corner of Re-Fuel. Just kidding.
