Hosting a Conference or Event in Alabama

This list ranks conference hotels in Alabama by their meeting and event capacity, starting with the Sheraton Birmingham Hotel in Birmingham, which offers a largest event space of about 38,000 square feet and up to 12,960 people across 69 event spaces. These properties serve event planners, travel managers, and attendees booking their own rooms for conferences, corporate meetings, and large gatherings across the state. You can search, compare, and book all of them on Engine.

Alabama draws conferences and corporate events year-round, from Birmingham's business meetings to Montgomery's convention activity and gatherings across the state's other cities. The hotels on this list serve organizations of every size and industry, offering meeting space for trade shows, training sessions, annual meetings, and multi-day conferences. You can search, compare, and book guest rooms at these properties on Engine, for a stay of 9 or more rooms, Engine Groups handles the room-block booking; for 8 or fewer, you book self-serve. To find and request meeting and event space, use Engine Spaces, Engine's venue product that lets planners source from over 40,000 venues.

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Sheraton Birmingham Hotel

3-star hotel 3.9 Great (1003)

The Sheraton Birmingham Hotel features 757 guest rooms and 69 event spaces, including the impressive 38136 square foot East Exhibition 3, its largest event space that accommodates up to 12960 attendees.

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Renaissance Montgomery Hotel & Spa at the Convention Center

4-star hotel 4.6 Excellent (1001)

Located in Montgomery, this Renaissance property offers direct convention center access with 345 guest rooms and a 72520 square foot Exhibit Hall ABC, the largest event space hosting up to 7756 guests across 24 versatile meeting rooms.

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Renaissance Shoals Resort & Spa

3-star hotel 4.6 Excellent (817)

Situated in Florence, the Renaissance Shoals Resort & Spa provides 199 guest rooms and 24 meeting spaces, with the 11840 square foot Shoals Ballroom accommodating up to 2000 attendees for corporate gatherings.

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Renaissance Mobile Riverview Plaza Hotel

3-star hotel 4.6 Excellent (1004)

Overlooking Mobile's waterfront, this Renaissance hotel offers 373 guest rooms and 16 event spaces, including the 10086 square foot Bon Secour Ballroom that hosts up to 1320 guests.

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Hilton Birmingham Downtown at UAB

4-star hotel 4.0 Great (1147)

Adjacent to UAB in downtown Birmingham, this Hilton features 295 guest rooms and 19 meeting spaces, with the 7236 square foot Hamilton Ballroom accommodating up to 800 conference attendees.

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Marriott Birmingham

3-star hotel 4.2 Great (1001)

Marriott Birmingham provides 302 guest rooms and 22 flexible event spaces, highlighted by a 7480 square foot Ballroom that hosts up to 960 people for corporate meetings.

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The Westin Birmingham

4-star hotel 4.2 Great (860)

The Westin Birmingham houses 294 guest rooms and 20 meeting spaces, with The Forum J serving as its largest event space at 5096 square feet and capacity for 340 attendees.

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Embassy Suites By Hilton Gulf Shores Beach Resort

3-star hotel 4.7 Excellent (595)

Embassy Suites Gulf Shores Beach Resort features 12 event spaces, including the 8235 square foot Coastal Ballroom that accommodates up to 1064 conference participants at this beachfront property.

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Embassy Suites Hotel Birmingham

3-star hotel 3.8 Great (702)

Embassy Suites Birmingham offers 242 guest rooms and 14 meeting spaces, with its 4704 square foot Ballroom serving as the largest event space for up to 300 attendees.

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Holiday Inn Mobile-Dwtn/Hist. District by IHG

3-star hotel 4.3 Excellent (1001)

Located in Mobile's historic district, this Holiday Inn offers 206 guest rooms and 13 meeting spaces, anchored by the 6120 square foot Bienville Ballroom accommodating up to 450 guests.

  • Free parking avail.
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The Battle House Renaissance Mobile Hotel & Spa

4-star hotel 4.7 Excellent (1000)

The Battle House Renaissance Mobile combines historic charm with 238 guest rooms and 12 event spaces, featuring the 9628 square foot Moonlight Ballroom that hosts up to 1000 conference attendees.

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The Hotel At Auburn University

4-star hotel 4.9 Excellent (1382)

Situated on Auburn University's campus, this hotel provides 236 guest rooms and 9 meeting spaces, with the 5320 square foot Grand Ballroom accommodating up to 612 attendees.

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Ramada by Wyndham Birmingham Airport

3-star hotel 2.9 Good (1665)

Ramada by Wyndham Birmingham Airport features 196 guest rooms and 16 event spaces, with the 3750 square foot Arrington Room serving as its largest meeting space for up to 250 guests.

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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Decatur Riverfront

4-star hotel 4.2 Great (1002)

DoubleTree Decatur Riverfront features 163 guest rooms and 10 meeting spaces, with the 4392 square foot Hospitality Ballroom hosting up to 450 guests along the Tennessee River.

  • Free parking avail.
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Caribe Resort by Wyndham Vacation Rentals

3-star hotel 4.5 Excellent (6)

Caribe Resort in Orange Beach provides 200 guest rooms and 2 event spaces, including the expansive 7000 square foot Building D that accommodates up to 600 attendees.

  • Free parking avail.
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Huntsville

3-star hotel 4.4 Excellent (1528)

Embassy Suites Huntsville delivers 295 guest rooms and 10 event spaces, highlighted by the 4784 square foot Big Spring Ballroom that accommodates up to 300 conference participants.

  • Free breakfast avail.
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Wind Creek Casino & Hotel Atmore

3-star hotel 4.7 Excellent (1084)

Wind Creek Casino & Hotel Atmore combines gaming with meetings, offering 236 guest rooms and 12 event spaces including the 3286 square foot Coosawada Ballroom hosting up to 2200 guests.

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Hilton Garden Inn Montgomery - EastChase

3-star hotel 4.4 Excellent (650)

Hilton Garden Inn Montgomery EastChase provides 112 guest rooms and 5 meeting spaces, with the 4180 square foot Montgomery Ballroom accommodating up to 420 conference attendees.

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Graduate by Hilton Auburn AL

4-star hotel 4.7 Excellent (448)

Graduate by Hilton Auburn offers 7 event spaces including the 5857 square foot Magnolia Ballroom, the property's largest meeting space that accommodates up to 625 conference attendees.

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Clarion Inn & Suites Dothan South

2-star hotel 3.1 Good (1001)

Clarion Inn & Suites Dothan South provides 143 guest rooms and 6 meeting spaces, with its 3256 square foot Ballroom serving as the largest event space for up to 362 guests.

  • Free breakfast avail.
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Clarion Inn & Suites University Center

2-star hotel 2.4 OK (12)

Clarion Inn & Suites University Center in Auburn provides 118 guest rooms and 4 event spaces, with the 5670 square foot Ballroom hosting up to 500 conference participants.

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Holiday Inn Research Park by IHG

3-star hotel 4.3 Excellent (858)

Holiday Inn Research Park in Harvest delivers 195 guest rooms and 6 meeting spaces, anchored by the 3920 square foot Grand Ballroom that accommodates up to 435 attendees.

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Pursell Farms

4-star hotel

Pursell Farms in Sylacauga features 7 event spaces including the 3500 square foot Hamilton Place Ballroom, its largest meeting space accommodating up to 300 conference guests.

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The Golf Inn at QC Resort and RV

2-star hotel 4.8 Excellent (192)

The Golf Inn at QC Resort in Hartselle offers 14 guest rooms and 2 event spaces, with the 5000 square foot Pavilion accommodating up to 400 attendees.

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Hilton Garden Inn Oxford/Anniston

3-star hotel 4.1 Great (781)

Hilton Garden Inn Oxford/Anniston provides 125 guest rooms and 6 meeting spaces, featuring the 2660 square foot Grand Ballroom that hosts up to 295 conference participants.

  • Free parking avail.
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Hotel Capstone

3-star hotel 4.5 Excellent (1269)

Hotel Capstone in Tuscaloosa offers 149 guest rooms and 5 event spaces, with its 4200 square foot Ballroom serving as the largest meeting space accommodating up to 450 guests.

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Clarion Inn Sheffield Muscle Shoals

2-star hotel 3.6 Great (1001)

Clarion Inn Sheffield Muscle Shoals features 202 guest rooms and 5 meeting spaces, including the 3762 square foot Shoals Ballroom that hosts up to 418 conference attendees.

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Drury Inn & Suites Montgomery

4-star hotel 4.5 Excellent (2443)

Drury Inn & Suites Montgomery provides 180 guest rooms and 8 event spaces, with its largest Meeting Room spanning 3522 square feet and accommodating up to 164 attendees.

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Di Birmingham Vestavia Hills

2-star hotel 4.3 Excellent (4)

Di Birmingham Vestavia Hills offers 5 event spaces including the 3600 square foot Regency combined rooms, its largest meeting space hosting up to 160 conference participants.

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The Admiral, Downtown Historic District

4-star hotel 4.7 Excellent (1372)

The Admiral in Mobile's historic district provides 156 guest rooms and 6 event spaces, featuring the 3400 square foot Crystal Ballroom that accommodates up to 250 attendees.

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DoubleTree by Hilton Dothan, AL

4-star hotel 4.3 Excellent (641)

DoubleTree by Hilton Dothan offers 100 guest rooms and 6 meeting spaces, with The Ballroom serving as its largest event space at 1638 square feet for up to 130 guests.

  • Free parking avail.
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AC Hotel by Marriott Huntsville Downtown

4-star hotel 4.6 Excellent (430)

AC Hotel Huntsville Downtown features 120 guest rooms and 7 event spaces, including The Gallery at Big Spring Park at 2475 square feet accommodating up to 180 conference attendees.

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Hilton Garden Inn Orange Beach Beachfront

3-star hotel 3.9 Great (1835)

Hilton Garden Inn Orange Beach Beachfront provides 137 guest rooms and 6 meeting spaces, with Island Bay II as its largest event space at 1485 square feet hosting up to 150 guests.

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Executive Inn & Suites

2-star hotel 2.3 OK (221)

Executive Inn & Suites Dothan provides 81 guest rooms and 3 event spaces, with the 3600 square foot Houston Ball Room serving as its largest meeting space for up to 300 guests.

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Best Western Plus Madison-Huntsville Hotel

3-star hotel 4.1 Great (1007)

Best Western Plus Madison-Huntsville offers 164 guest rooms and 6 event spaces, featuring the 1419 square foot Vieira Room as its largest meeting space for up to 150 guests.

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Hyatt Place Huntsville/ Research Park/ Redstone

3-star hotel 4.4 Excellent (1010)

Hyatt Place Huntsville Research Park provides 131 guest rooms and 2 event spaces, with the 1981 square foot Event Space accommodating up to 100 conference participants.

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Frequently asked questions

What amenities can I expect at conference hotels in Alabama?
Most properties offer parking, wifi, and on-site dining, though specifics vary by hotel. The Renaissance Montgomery Hotel & Spa at the Convention Center, for example, sits adjacent to downtown Montgomery and provides easy access for attendees. Check each property's listing on Engine to confirm the amenities that matter most for your event.
How does billing work when I book rooms for a large conference?
Engine offers consolidated invoicing for your entire stay, so you're not chasing receipts from individual travelers. You'll have multiple payment options and no membership fee. This streamlined approach works whether your group is in Birmingham, Montgomery, or Florence.
How do I book a block of guest rooms for my conference attendees?
For a stay of 9 or more rooms, Engine Groups handles the room-block booking. For 8 rooms or fewer, you can book self-serve through Engine's platform. Both options give you access to pre-negotiated rates across Alabama properties.
Can Engine help with both the guest rooms and the meeting space for my event?
Yes. For the guest rooms, Engine Groups handles stays of 9 or more rooms, and you can book 8 or fewer self-serve. For the meeting or event space itself, planners can find and request a venue through Engine Spaces, Engine's venue product that connects you to meeting and event space across the country. That means you can manage both sides of your conference through one platform.
What should I compare when choosing a conference hotel across different Alabama cities?
Start with the size and number of event spaces. The Renaissance Montgomery has a largest event space of about 73,000 square feet and can accommodate up to 7,756 people, while the Sheraton Birmingham offers about 38,000 square feet in its largest space and 69 total event spaces. Also consider guest-room count (the Sheraton Birmingham has 757 rooms, the Renaissance Montgomery 345), location relative to the airport or downtown, and amenities that fit your attendees' needs. Engine lets you compare these hotels side by side so you can book the right fit for your group.