I reserved two rooms at
the Hampton Inn, East Tuscaloosa, Alabama. The hotel was located right off
interstate 59 at 6400 Interstate Drive, Tuscaloosa,
Alabama, 35453. The hotel was easy to find, convenient and offered many
discount options.
I stayed in a quiet two queen bedroom. I enjoyed the experience and
after a short night on the town, turned in to rest for the Warrior Dash,
Alabama event on November 2, 2013.
Though not directly in Tuscaloosa center, the Hampton Inn is definitely
close to everything. The Tuscaloosa Mall and the across the street large
outdoor shopping complex is a five minute drive. High end shopping and
eating is available and the University of Alabama is just around
the corner.
While there, we visited the Alcove Tavern, http://www.alcovetavern.com/.
The place served no food, but had a decent beer selection on tap and bottled
from around the world. Next, we went to Wilhagan's of Tuscaloosa, an excellent
place for Cajun and Creole food and pool. I recommend the pork and beef brisket, a great way to unwind before a race.