Places to stay in Irondale, Alabama

Irondale is a city adjacent to Birmingham, Alabama northeast from Homewood and Mountain Brook. The book Fried Green Tomatoes, by Irondale native Fannie Flagg, is loosely based around the town and the landmark Irondale Cafe, known as The Whistle-Stop Cafe in the book & film. Irondale is also the location of Catholic radio/television broadcaster EWTN. The city's annual Whistle-Stop Festival attracts thousands to its eclectic mix of art, food and music. Places to eat in the region include Irondale Cafe, Italian Villa, Logan's Roadhouse, and Red Lobster.

If you are travelling in the area, Irondale is located close to Birmingham Fire and Rescue Service Station 31, Pit Twenty Mine, Lily Grove Baptist Church, Forest Hill Cemetery and Saint Josephs Retreat.

The center of Irondale ( which is at is longitude -86°42'25.2 and latitude 33°32'18.6 ) is located 6 miles away from Birmingham, 7 miles away from Fultondale, 8 miles away from Homewood and 8 miles away from Vestavia Hills.

Available Irondale lodging

We currently have 4 accommodations in and around Irondale.

Irondale Hotels, Motels, Resorts, B&Bs and Extended Stay

Photograph of Red Roof PLUS+, Irondale
Listing updated 2026
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Red Roof PLUS+

Red Roof PLUS+ Birmingham East - Irondale/Airport is one of the best budget hotels in Birmingham, AL that is right off of I-20 and close to the Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM).
1813 Crestwood Boulevard
Irondale, Alabama
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Holiday Inn ( Airport )

★★★★★★★

Approx 4 miles away in Birmingham:

Excellent service and accommodations await you at the Holiday Inn Birmingham Airport! Located just three minutes from the airport, you will find convenience to everywhere you need to go whether its business or leisure! We offer easy access to .....
"Room, lobby and staff made up for the icky elevator foyers. Need more drink choices in soda machines."
5000 Richard Arrington Boulevard
Birmingham, Alabama
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Courtyard

Approx 1 mile away in Birmingham:

Blaze your own path at Courtyard Birmingham Downtown at UAB. Our newly renovated hotel in downtown Birmingham, AL, is a short drive to Vulcan Park and Museum, Five Points South, BJCC and Birmingham Zoo.
1820 5th Avenue South
Birmingham, Alabama

Comfort Inn

Hotel

Approx 2 miles away in Birmingham:

There’s plenty to do while visiting Birmingham, and our central location off Interstate 20 puts you close to some of the area’s top attractions. Birmingham’s quaint downtown is just 12 minutes from our hotel. The popular Birmingham Zoo is also near our location, just 15 minutes from us by car.
4965 Montevallo Road
Birmingham, Alabama

Irondale Camping & RV, Cottages, Rentals and Lodges / Ranches

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