Best Pool Hotels in Alabama

Recent guests report a pleasant, relaxing stay at the Renaissance Birmingham Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa thanks to the property's inviting atmosphere and courteous staff. The handsome grounds include a driving range, an 18-hole golf course and the decadent Aveda spa. Many of the 259 rooms and suites include balconies that overlook the putting greens (though the pool-view rooms are not too shabby, either) and bathrooms with granite countertops and tiled bathtubs. But best of all, this Renaissance is less than 12 miles south of man of the city's top attractions, such as the Birmingham Zoo and the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute. If you're a Marriott Bonvoy member you can earn or cash in rewards here.

The Wind Creek Casino & Hotel could afford to skimp on the quality of its rooms, considering it also has a casino, an on-site spa and a nearby golf course. But it doesn't. The beds in each of the 236 guest rooms are dressed in 320-thread-count sheets, 42-inch flat-screen TVs and refrigerators. When you're not sleeping off a night of gambling or enjoying room service from FIRE Steakhouse, make your way to the Spa at Wind Creek for a facial, lounge by the pool or test your game at the on-site bowling alley and arcade. Recent guests' primary complaint is the amount of cigarette smoke in the casino. You'll find the Wind Creek Casino & Hotel in the small town of Atmore, Alabama, just north of the western tip of Florida's panhandle.

Picturesquely perched along Alabama's Mobile Bay, the Grand Hotel Marriott Resort certainly is grand — from the plush bedding in the 405 guest rooms and suites to the two golf courses on the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail to the sumptuous treatments offered at the colossal spa. Previous guests recommend booking a room in the spa building for optimum romance. When you're not relaxing in your room, use one of the Marriott's bikes or take a leisurely jog around the property's fitness trail. You'll find the Grand Hotel Marriott Resort, Golf Club & Spa in Point Clear, less than four miles south of Fairhope, Alabama. Earn or cash in points here if you're a Marriott Bonvoy member.

What stands out most about this Renaissance hotel compared to other Mobile, Alabama, properties is its downtown location. From the Battle House you can easily walk to the Arthur R. Outlaw Convention Center, Bienville Square and scenic Cooper Riverside Park. The hotel's 238 rooms and suites are outfitted in blue, red and gold decor, marble-clad bathrooms and LCD TVs. Recent guests loved strolling through the classic interiors of the hotel as well as the impeccable service. And if the weather is right, travelers highly recommend a dip at the rooftop pool. For dining, make sure to head to The Trellis Room restaurant, Mobile's only AAA Four Diamond restaurant. Marriott Bonvoy members can earn or apply points here.

Overlooking the Tennessee River, the Marriott Shoals Hotel & Spa is described by recent guests as a pleasant surprise in the northern Alabama town of Florence. Guests say Southern hospitality is alive and well here, noting that everyone — from the front desk staff to the restaurant servers — is polite and friendly. The hotel offers two distinct dining venues, the 360 Grille (which offers revolving 360-degree views of the river) and the more casual Swampers Bar and Grill that features live music in the evenings. When it's time to bed down, guest rooms feature balconies, pillow-top mattresses, minifridges, flat-screen TVs and complimentary Wi-Fi access, as well as bathrooms with separate tubs and showers. Recent guests said they found the rooms to be clean, spacious and comfortable. When they venture outside their rooms, visitors can spend their time getting treatments at the 6,000-square-foot Spa at the Shoals, working out in the fitness center or swimming and sunbathing at the outdoor pool. The only complaint from recent guests: the entrance to the hotel isn't clearly marked so finding it can be a little tricky. Members of the Marriott Rewards program can earn and use points here.

The Westin Huntsville sits in Huntsville's Bridge Street Town Centre, so booking a room will guarantee that there's no shortage of nearby activities. Looking to shop? There's H&M and Barnes & Noble. Need a bite to eat? Head to the on-site Sage Grill for Mediterranean cuisine. How about a workout? Use the property's well-received WestinWORKOUT Fitness Studio or swim laps in the heated indoor-outdoor pool. Previous guests praise this hotel for its location and say that rates here are decent, given the on-site amenities. And because this hotel is part of the Marriott hotel family, Marriott Bonvoy members can earn and use points here.

Recent guests praise The Westin Birmingham, citing its relaxing and welcoming atmosphere as a respite from the hotels in the Uptown district of Birmingham, Alabama. The rooms are generous in size and come equipped with minifridges, 42-inch flat-screen TVs, the Westin brand's signature Heavenly beds and work areas. The hotel also boasts a fitness center and custom running maps for those interested in taking their workout outdoors. For a quick bite and a pint, head to the attached Todd English P.U.B. Care to cap off the day with a refreshing swim instead of a brew? Consider stealing away to the rooftop pool for a dip. Because of the property's brand ties, Marriott Bonvoy members can cash in or earn points here for extra perks, like room upgrades or complimentary nights.