Elyton Hotel
Historic grandeur meets modern Southern chic. The building is the star — century-old bones dressed in contemporary décor. Dark finishes, tall ceilings, immense windows. More personality than your average downtown Marriott.
Book a Railroad Park-facing suite for the best views
Why It Matters
One of the South's most recognized adaptive-reuse hotel projects. The Empire Building was Birmingham's defining skyscraper of the early 20th century, and the hotel preserves its architectural identity while adding a rooftop bar with some of the best city views in Alabama. Named best hotel in Alabama by travel publication Far and Wide.
The Elyton Hotel lives inside the 16-story Empire Building — a 1909 classical-revival skyscraper that helped give its downtown corner the nickname 'Heaviest Corner on Earth.' The lobby still has its original restored marble walls and bronze fixtures. Up on the roof, Moon Shine serves cocktails with panoramic views of Birmingham. It's a AAA Four Diamond property, part of Marriott's Autograph Collection, with 111 guest rooms and 6 named suites.
Where You'll Stay
10 room types available
Big Alice Suite
677 sq ft with floor-to-ceiling windows in the bedroom — the standout feature here. King bed behind a private door, separate living area with queen sleeper sofa, additional powder room, and an oversized marble shower. Can connect to a king room via a vestibule.
King
City Double Queen
Same 364–378 sq ft double queen layout with the upgraded premier city views. Solid option for two guests wanting the full downtown Birmingham panorama.
Two QueensCity King
Same footprint as the standard King (313–378 sq ft) but positioned for premier city views. Good choice if you want the downtown skyline without paying suite prices.
KingDouble Queen
364–378 sq ft with two queen beds. Same marble bathroom and tall-window treatment as the King. Best bet for families or friends traveling together who don't want to go suite-level.
Two QueensEly Suite
The top-of-the-house option at 1,318 sq ft — more than double the other suites. Floor-to-ceiling windows, a large L-shaped sectional sofa, a Jacuzzi tub alongside the marble walk-in shower, two smart refrigerators, and a locking door between the bedroom and living/dining area. Can connect to another king room via vestibule for maximum party size.
KingKing Room
Straightforward king room running 322–343 sq ft. Large windows flood the space with natural light — the building's 1909 proportions mean ceilings are taller than you'd expect in a modern hotel. Marble walk-in shower with handheld sprayer, pillowtop mattress in Egyptian cotton, and an executive writing desk.
KingLimestone Suite
677 sq ft one-bedroom suite with a separate living area, a separate powder room off the living space, and a queen sleeper sofa. Railroad Park views. Full marble bathroom in the bedroom with a walk-in shower.
KingRed Mountain Suite
The only suite with two queen beds rather than a king — 677 sq ft, with a sofa, additional powder room, and the same oversized marble bathroom. Good for two guests who want suite-level space without sharing a king.
Two QueensSteel Suite
677 sq ft suite with windows throughout and a smart refrigerator in the bedroom (not just the living area). King bed behind a private door and queen sofa sleeper — a nod to Birmingham's steel manufacturing heritage in its name.
KingVulcan Suite
Named for Birmingham's famous iron Vulcan statue, this 677 sq ft suite has a king bed behind a closing door for privacy, a queen sofa sleeper, and views over Railroad Park. The marble shower has a handheld sprayer; duvet and pillowtop are standard.
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Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
Restaurant
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Copy, fax, and messenger services available around the clock at the concierge or front desk.
4,000 square feet of combined indoor/outdoor meeting and event space. The Empire Room offers semi-private dining for groups. Popular for weddings and corporate events.
Free in-room and public-area Wi-Fi for all guests. Marriott Bonvoy members booking direct get complimentary access.
On-site gym branded The Iron Horse (also referenced as The Iron Room on Marriott's site). Open 24 hours, 7 days a week at no fee. Equipped with treadmills, ellipticals, EFX recumbent bikes, free weights, and strength machines — all cardio machines have tablet consoles with TV, internet, and apps.
Complimentary coffee and tea available in the lobby.
Available 7:30 AM–8:00 PM daily.
Same-day dry cleaning and laundry valet service available.
Daily maid service and nightly turndown service included.
Valet-only parking; no self-park option listed. $44/day per Marriott's current listing (the hotel's own site references $37.60 — confirm current rate directly). Operates Sun–Thu 6:30 AM–11 PM, Fri–Sat 24 hours.
Dogs welcome with a welcome kit at check-in: doggie bed, bandana, food/water bowls, treats, waste bags, and guides to local pet parks and stores. Up to 2 pets per room, 50 lbs max. Non-refundable fee $150/stay; additional fees apply for suites or second pet.
On-site gift shop and small convenience store for basics and souvenirs.
Marriott Bonvoy mobile key access via the app.
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