WELCOME TO BIRMINGHAM

Welcome to Birmingham, a city rich in history, culture, and natural beauty. Whether you're interested in learning about the city's pivotal role in the civil rights movement, exploring its vibrant arts scene, jamming out to a concert, cheering on your favorite sports tea, or simply enjoying the outdoors, Birmingham has something to offer everyone.

Experience the best of Birmingham at Sheraton Birmingham Hotel, ideally located in the heart of uptown, the hotel is within walking distance of popular attractions such as the Birmingham Zoo and the University of Alabama at Birmingham. The hotel includes an indoor walkway to the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex (BJCC).

ABOUT THE HOTEL

Check In Policy

Currently, the Hotel's check-in time is 4:00 PM (subject to change without notice). All guests arriving before check-in time will be accommodated as rooms become available. The Hotel can arrange to check baggage for those arriving early when rooms are unavailable and for guests attending functions on departure day.

Check Out Policy

Currently, the Hotel's check-out time is 11:00 AM (subject to change without notice). If a guest checks out prior to the guest's reserved checkout date without having notified the Hotel by 12:00 midnight the day after check-in of the change in scheduled departure, the Hotel will add an early checkout fee of one room night plus taxes and fees to that guest's individual account. Guest wishing to avoid an early checkout fee should advise the Hotel at or before check-in of any change in planned length of stay.

Cancellation Policy

72 hours prior to arrival.

ROOM RATES

Room Block

Single/Double

Suppliers

$199.00++

Planners

$159.00++

Students

$149.00++

Hotel room rates are subject to applicable state and local taxes (currently 17.5%, plus a $3.00 per room night fee) in effect at the time of check-out.

Upon completion of your Conference Registration, you will find the link to reserve your hotel accommodations on the confirmation page.

Reservations must be made by October 20, 2024. 

DINING OPTIONS

Recommended Restaurants (by area) in Birmingham

Southern Kitchen (American/Southern) - Nice restaurant with Southern-inspired entrees and good barbecue selections

Eugene’s Hot Chicken* (Southern) - Great Nashville Hot Chicken in the South

 

* Black-owned

Helen Restaurant (American/Farm-to-table) – Family-style restaurant; farm-to-table. Great American Southern fare. 

EastWest Kitchen Bar (Asian Fusion) - offers an interesting take on Asian fusion cuisine, including entrees like Chinese duck nachos.

La Fresca (Italian) – Northern Italian cuisine with excellent wine list

The Essential (French Inspired) - French and Italian-inspired dishes and decor

Carrigan’s (American Bar Food) – Strictly 21+ establishment. Upstairs, patio seating with excellent bar food and beer.

Yo Mama’s* (Soul food) – Black-owned soul food restaurant located downtown

Bocca Ristorante (Italian) - Italian restaurant located downtown

Shu Shop (Ramen/Japanese) - Ramen/Japanese restaurant; GREAT RAMEN

Michael’s Steak and Seafood* (American/Soul food) - Nice rooftop views and an excellent menu

Trattoria Zaza (Pizza/Italian) - Casual restaurant with great pizza and Italian dishes

Cayo Coco (Cuban) – Rum Bar with traditional Cuban and tropical dishes

 

* Black-owned

Automatic Seafood and Oysters (Seafood) - James Beard Award Winner: 2022, Best Chef of the South

Blueprint on 3rd (Southern) - Polished-casual American brasserie

Hot and Hot Fish Club (Seafood) - Chris Hastings, James Beard Best Chef in the South, 2012; great seafood.

Ovenbird (American) - Live-fire dishes inspired by Spain, Uruguay, Argentina, and America

Galley and Garden (Eclectic American) - Voted “Most Romantic Restaurant in Alabama”; locally sourced ingredients

Bottega (Italian)—Getting a reservation here is tough, so the best option is to try to get in line for the café

Bay Leaf Modern Indian Cuisine (Indian) - Traditional Indian Cuisine in a casual setting

Chez Fon Fon (French) - Casual French-inspired restaurant

Surin West (Thai) – Great Thai food located in the heart of the bar and entertainment district

Post Office Pies (Pizza) - Wood-fire pizzas with lots of selections

SAWs Soul Kitchen (Barbecue) - Great barbecue with various options and large serving sizes

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