Best Western River City Hotel, Decatur ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

1305 Front Avenue Sw, Decatur, Alabama, United States, 35603-2675

Best Western River City Hotel is situated in Decatur, Alabama, offering a blend of comfort and practicality. Known for its convenient location, the hotel is less than 16 km from major employers such as Nucor Steel and United Launch Alliance. Guests can enjoy an array of local events, including the Alabama Jubilee Hot Air Balloon Festival. The hotel features an outdoor pool and provides a variety of amenities for both business and leisure travelers.

Location

Best Western River City Hotel is strategically located within close proximity to key attractions such as Ingalls Harbor and Wilson Morgan Park. Guests can enjoy the vibrant entertainment options in downtown Decatur, which includes a variety of restaurants and shops. The hotel is located about 35 km from Carl T. Jones Field, making it accessible for travelers arriving by air.

Rooms

The hotel features 60 well-appointed guest rooms and suites. Each room is equipped with a 36-inch HD flat-screen television, free wireless Internet access, and a laptop-friendly workspace. Guests can also benefit from air conditioning, a seating area, and a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries. Selected rooms are pet-friendly and include a two-station business center and guest laundry facilities.

Eat & Drink

A complimentary hot breakfast buffet is provided daily, offering a selection of eggs, sausage, seasoned potatoes, fruit, and pastries. Coffee and tea are available in a common area, ensuring guests have easy access to refreshments. Vending machines are also present for added convenience.

Leisure & Business

The hotel has a seasonal outdoor pool for guests to unwind. Business amenities include a business center, complimentary wired Internet access, and facilities for disabled guests. An off-site fitness center is available for those looking to maintain their workout routine during their stay.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

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4 persons

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

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2 persons

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Getting around

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City Centre

Decatur 4.7 km

Airports

Carl T. Jones Field (HSV) 30.1 km

Northwest Alabama Regional (MSL) 71.2 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Dining!

“I was pleasantly surprised to find complimentary chicken fajitas on arrival and a fabulous hot breakfast before I checked out. It truly enhanced my stay!” view full review

Spotless Rooms!

“The room was impeccably clean, with a refreshing scent that made it feel welcoming and far from the typical hotel experience.” view full review

Refreshing Pool!

“The pool was perfectly maintained, with an ideal water temperature that allowed me to relax and unwind after a long day.” view full review

Easy Parking!

“The parking facility was convenient and accessible, providing peace of mind during my stay.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Security
Lift
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Hiking
Horseback riding
Cycling
Golf course
Fishing

Services

Housekeeping
Grocery shopping service

Business

Business centre
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Board games

Spa & Leisure

Sun loungers
BBQ facilities
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

AM/FM alarm clock

Location

1305 Front Avenue Sw, Decatur, Alabama, United States, 35603-2675

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1305 Front Avenue Sw, Decatur, Alabama, United States, 35603-2675

City landmarks

Brookhaven Church

670 m

Church

Shiloh MB Church

900 m

Crow Cemetery

1.5 km

AMC CLASSIC Decatur 12

1.9 km

Museum

Cook Museum of Natural Science

4.6 km

Aquadome Park

3.3 km

Emmanuel Baptist Church

2.5 km

Shady Grove Church

2.5 km

Spring Hill Baptist Church

2.5 km

Austinville Church of God

2.5 km

Bethany Presbyterian Church

2.6 km

Austinville Church of Christ

2.7 km

Brookhaven Baptist Church

2.8 km

Austinville Methodist Church

3.1 km

Church

Austinville United Methodist Church

3.1 km

First Assembly of God Church

3.1 km

Church

St. James Cumberland Presbyterian Church in America

3.2 km

Seventh Avenue West Presbyterian Church

3.3 km

Church

Austinville First Baptist Church

3.4 km

First Church of the Nazarene

3.4 km

Park

Delano Park

4.5 km

Cedar Ridge Golf Course

3.6 km

Calvary Baptist Church

3.7 km

Church

Westside Missionary Baptist Church

3.7 km

Marina

Jay Landings Marina

3.9 km

Westside Baptist Church

3.8 km

Church

Lifebridge Christian Church

3.8 km

Pocket Change

3.9 km

Larkwood Church of the Nazarene

3.9 km

Park

Wilson Morgan Park

4.6 km

Nearby

Church

Shiloh MB Church

900 m

Brookhaven Church

1.0 km

Restaurants

Logan's Roadhouse

170 m

2315 Beltline Rd SW

Rio Grande

390 m

1203 Courtyard Cir SW

KFC

510 m

2208 Beltline Rd SW

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

80%

liked the hotel and would stay again

clean

friendly staff

hectic layout

limited dining options

8.0/10

Great

Rooms

8.4

Location

8.4

Service

8.8

Dining

8.0

Mary

United States, April 2024

8.0/10

The hotel had some drawbacks like a musty smell in the rooms and unannounced early room entry but was comfortable with all the conveniences. The service was accommodating and receptive, comparable to a 5-star hotel. The location was convenient for various activities and dining options. The dining experience offered a nice variety of food served by a pleasant attendant. Overall, the hotel provided a decent stay with some minor inconveniences.

Rooms

7.0

The room I stayed in had a musty smell initially, and there was an unannounced entry at 8 am, which was a bit off-putting. However, the room size was good, and it had all the conveniences needed.

Service

8.0

The service was accommodating, and the staff was receptive, making me feel like I was at a 5-star hotel. However, it seemed they could have used more staff considering the full house.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was great for various activities around Decatur, close to restaurants, shopping, and historic sites, with easy access to the Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was above average with a nice variety of food options and a very pleasant attendant. However, the timing of breakfast service could be improved.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers housekeeping and grocery shopping services, along with breakfast and afternoon snacks, providing additional convenience during the stay.

James

United States, April 2024

8.2/10

This hotel is a gem for its convenient location near various restaurants and historic places. The rooms are clean, comfortable, and larger than average, though a bit humid at check-in. The service is exceptional with extremely helpful and courteous staff. The dining experience is good enough to kickstart the day. The facilities are well-presented and offer value for money.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms here are clean, comfortable, and set in a larger than average space, furnished with a table, chairs, desk, and chair.

Service

9.0

The service at this hotel is top-notch, with exceptionally friendly and helpful staff.

Location

9.0

The hotel is located close to most restaurant chains, shopping, and historic places, offering easy access to attractions like Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience here is pretty good, ensuring a decent start to the day.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities are well-maintained and offer good value for money.

Harvey

United States, December 2023

8.8/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel, with its spacious and always clean rooms. The service was top-notch, and the location was convenient for exploring Decatur, Al, although a bit hectic at times. Dining options were good, but some items were missing. Overall, a great start to my vacation.

Rooms

9.0

I stayed on the top floor in a spacious and clean room.

Service

10.0

The staff was exceptionally courteous and helpful, even receiving a warm goodbye hug from one of the 'breakfast ladies. '

Location

8.0

The hotel's location was great for accessing Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge and other activities in Decatur. It made getting around town easy.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was really good overall, although some items were not available. The desserts were particularly enjoyable.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel had all the facilities I needed for a comfortable stay.

clean

hectic layout

Martin

United States, August 2023

7.8/10

The hotel has a pleasant odor in the rooms and offers easy access for pets to enjoy the outdoors. The rooms are spacious and well-furnished with comfortable beds and efficient climate control, maintained daily. The service is friendly and accommodating. The location is convenient for visiting Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge but could be closer to some amenities. The dining experience offers a good variety of items and is above average for hotel breakfasts.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms had a very pleasant odor, were spacious, well-furnished, and tended to every day.

Service

8.0

The staff was very friendly and accommodating.

Location

7.0

The location made it easy to get to Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge and suited our activities in Decatur.

Dining

8.0

The dining is a notch above with a good variety of items.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were well-maintained and enhanced my stay.

Michael

United States, July 2023

9.0/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The rooms were perfect for my furry friend to enjoy the outdoors while being comfortable and quiet. They were a nice size, clean, and exactly as advertised. The service was exceptional, with the staff going out of their way to meet our every need, even receiving a heartwarming hug from the 'breakfast lady' at checkout. The location was convenient, making it easy to reach nearby attractions and offering proximity to restaurants, shopping, and historic sites. The dining experience was beyond great, especially with the sweetest attendant, ensuring a fantastic start to the day.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms provided easy access for our springer to enjoy the outdoors, were comfortable and quiet, a nice size, clean, and as advertised.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch, with staff as receptive as a 5-star hotel, extremely helpful, courteous, and friendly.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was great for exploring the Decatur area, close to the Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge, restaurant chains, shopping, and historic places.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was exceptional, with all the staff providing exceptional service and seasonal salads on offer.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel's facilities were impressive, offering everything needed for a comfortable and enjoyable stay.