Hotels in Huntsville, AL

Alabama's most populous city, Huntsville, is jam-packed with amazing attractions and unique offerings for a day—or a week—full of southern fun. Get ready to lift off because you're at the birthplace of astronautical proportions. Check into one of our downtown Huntsville hotels and then jet over to visit the U.S. Space & Rocket Center to experience and see the immersive planetarium, which offers an 8K digital dome experience—the only one of its kind in the Southeast. Home to one of the largest collections of rockets and space memorabilia anywhere in the world and The U.S. Space & Rocket Center serves as the official visitor center for NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center.  

Huntsville has a rich culture of wartime heritage and is known for its U.S. Veterans Memorial Museum which features exhibits, memorabilia, equipment and artifacts commemorating the accomplishments of American military men and women. Enjoy seeing more than 30 historical military vehicles from all different eras of military history, including the oldest surviving jeep, the Ford Pygmy. 

The best way to explore the splendor of Alabama's nature is to experience the Huntsville Botanical Garden. Open all-year-round, these magnificent grounds cover more than 100 acres of grassy plains, wetlands and floral beds. Here, you can take a leisurely stroll through the nature trails full of local wildlife and plants. The kids will love the children's garden area, where they can watch butterflies flutter overhead in the country's largest open-air butterfly house.  

Be sure to visit the sprawling Monte Sano State Park, which means "Mountain of Health" in Spanish. You'll see firsthand how this beautiful park got its name as you roam through the mountaintop retreat and public recreation area along the slopes of Monte Sano Mountain. Found on the east side of Huntsville, there's something to explore here for all ages.  

You can also find spectacular views of the city skyline when you make your way to Burritt on the Mountain, a scenic gem in the Alabama hills. Here, you'll find a historic mansion, park and barnyard all overlooking Huntsville below. With an exciting selection of events and activities for children and adults alike, you'll be sure to find family fun for everyone. Take a tour of the mansion, pet animals at the barn, and take some amazing pictures of the views to create memories that will last a lifetime. 

After a full day enjoying the great outdoors, you're bound to work up an appetite and you'll find delicious southern classics to indulge your tastebuds. Around every corner, local restaurants serve up authentic barbecue, fried green tomatoes and banana pudding. From savory to succulent, there are fantastic dining options for every palette. After a full day of seeing the sights and sounds, you'll find class and comfort at one of our best hotels in Huntsville.  

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