The Best Places to Book Your Stay Near the Talladega Superspeedway

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Lucie Grace

After a thrilling day out at the Talladega Superspeedway in Alabama, you’ll need a good place to crash (sorry). Here are the best places to stay nearby, all bookable on Culture Trip.

Alabama’s world-famous Talladega Superspeedway is the home of NASCAR racing – one of the most exciting sporting events in the world. After an exhilarating day out at the speedway, rest your head at one of these properties in Talladega and the surrounding area. Accommodation here ranges from the homey B&Bs to large hotels, as well as some great resorts and even campsites for nature lovers.


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Hotel Finial

This period property is perfect for history lovers or those looking for a little bit of elegance during their stay. This incredibly well-preserved and renovated Queen Anne Victorian mansion is located in Anniston and is full of original features in the shared common spaces while adopting modern interiors across the 56 bedrooms, ensuring a comfortable stay in a truly homely environment. There are lovely grounds and an outdoor swimming pool, too.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Talladega

A huge hotel from the famed Holiday Inn chain, this spot in Talladega is a new addition to the family and as contemporary as they come. There’s a great outdoor swimming pool for you to dip into during your stay, plus a well-equipped fitness center including free weights and gym cardio machines so you can get your gains in. Plus, there’s space for free parking on site, just 20 minutes’ drive from Talladega Superspeedway.

Somerset House Bed & Breakfast

In the heart of Talladega’s historical center, this beautiful period property dates back to 1905. A colonial-style property, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Somerset House is rich in history and was renovated extensively in 1993 to its current incarnation as a charming bed and breakfast. Choose one of the antique furnished bedrooms that are full to the brim with character, and enjoy the gourmet, home-cooked breakfast – served in the kitchen or straight your room.

Comfort Suites Oxford

This modern, sizable hotel in Oxford, Alabama (20 minutes’ drive east from the Talladega Speedway) is a great choice if you’re looking for convenience, good service and spacious rooms. As well as airy, light rooms, there’s free hot breakfast included and great amenities – most notably the awesome outdoor swimming pool and sun loungers, or the fitness suite and gym.

Courtyard by Marriott Anniston Oxford

Another property based in Oxford, this branch of the esteemed Marriott chain is family-friendly, hospitable and smart. Rooms and suites with pastel and charcoal interiors, and notoriously comfy beds, have workspaces as well as places to kick back and chill in front of the smart TV that’s included as standard. There’s an indoor pool and gym to enjoy, as well as an in-house bar serving snacks like tasty sandwiches and meatballs to wash down with a beer.

Hampton Inn Gadsden/Attalla

This roadside Hampton Inn is a great spot if you’re looking for a quiet, laid-back stay. The crisp yet cozy rooms are spacious and light, with high ceilings and stunning views – and as it’s a huge hotel, they’re happy to house large groups in rooms next to each other. There’s a great outdoor swimming pool and some sun loungers to hang out on, plus a hot cooked breakfast is included in your stay.

Marriott Birmingham

Always a reliably smooth stay in elegant surrounds, Marriott has crafted another fine outpost with its Birmingham branch. This hotel hosts a range of big, comfy rooms to suit all manner of travelers, from the business traveler to the sports fan. There are great amenities to return to after a day at the Superspeedway, whether you want to keep the adrenaline going with a few drinks and small plates at the Marre Allen Bar & Kitchen, or wind down at the indoor pool and gym.

Talladega Creekside Resort

Just 10 minutes’ drive from Talladega Superspeedway, this resort is a breath of fresh air. Whether you’re camping, rolling in in your RV or booking one of the cute cabins and cottages, a stay here brings you right back to nature. As the resort is based on the edge of Cheaha Creek, there’s great tubing and fishing here, so make some time before or after the NASCAR races to enjoy the activities on offer, as well as the peaceful environment.

Pursell Farms

This large property has so many personal touches that you’ll instantly feel you’re staying at a friend’s house. Choose from a room in the hotel’s main building – The Inn – or one of the cabins, cottages or period properties on the grounds. If you want to make a real vacation out of your trip, there’s a wonderfully scenic golf course here, plus an indulgent spa – so why not extend your stay for a few nights more?

Foxhall Resort

This sprawling, luxurious resort is the perfect place to unwind and get away from it all, taking some time to pamper yourself and reconnect with nature. The stone-and-timber lodges and lakeside villas are a real treat, all offering elegant interiors, no matter the size you select. There are 15 freshwater lakes at Foxhall, where you can enjoy fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding or canoeing, all amid the forests and hillsides.

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