Everything went well! We had a bad experience with the Days Inn in Cullman and decided to find…read moresomething south of Birmingham. You can never go wrong with a Holiday Inn Express. We called ahead and the reservation was made with no problem. Staff was friendly, room was nice as well as clean. All bath products were provided so we didn't have to unpack our own. Continental breakfast included fresh ground coffee ( thank you!) Indoor pool available as well. We will always book an HIE while we travel from now on. Well worth it!

A great experience every time we stay here. We call ahead and let them know it'll be a late check…read morein as we're traveling and stuck in traffic. "No problem, we look forward to seeing you, safe travels." Arrive usually after 9-10pm with a smile. The place is always clean, the staff is friendly and room's comfy. A well nights rested and ready for more travel. The breakfast is hot and delicious, staff quickly cleaned up the area. Check out is smooth and with a smile. Definitely staying here again.

While I haven't hosted and event here and I'm therefore unsure of every detail of the business, I…read moredid happen across this place not too long ago while an event was taking place and it seemed as though it was being handled quite professionally. The space consists of a large, open building which I believe was at one point years ago an old grist mill and it sits just near a creek set well back from the highway providing a quaint, private space for weddings, etc with picturesque scenery all around. I was legitimately surprised to see that there were no reviews of this place. If you need to book a venue for an event I would definitely give them a look.

Yelp, other than over the bridge and under the wall, this one of the nicest conference centers I…read morehave ever been to. We were not the only attendees and there was plenty of meeting and dining space. The food is good here too. Breakfast was the hit of the day! I love it! Nestled right on Lay Lake, it gives you a feeling of serenity and relaxation. Imma definitely spread the word. Also, the kitchen staff and front desk staff were not only professional but pleasant. Thank you. Y'all already know, I wanna come back!

Solid center found on the outskirts of Columbiana. I've been 5 times in the last two years for…read morevarious retreats and it's always a restful experience. They have a beautiful campus complete with a swimming pool that you can walk around and the conference room areas are modern and spacious. The rooms are what you'd expect from a conference center- some are dorm style, some hotel style but they're all quaint and country-like. Think outdated decor & dim lights BUT I've never had an issue with it being clean or having hot running water & amenities like a working iron, TV, or hairdryer. The food is solid- not fancy restaurant quality but definitely satisfying.

Absolutely amazing and beautiful home! Me and my family stayed here for my cousin's wedding…read morereception. There were about 20 of us total and everyone had plenty of space to maneuver around. The rooms are nice and spacious. The kitchen and dinning room are enormous and gorgeous. There are two living room areas and a huge reception room with attached kitchen and bar area. This place was perfect for the wedding reception. There was lots of space for setting up tables, food, music and dancing. There is also space in the backyard that features a large covered patio, courtyard with koi pond and gazebo. Overall this was the perfect place for all of my family to stay to attend the wedding and reception of my cousin and her husband. We enjoyed our stay immensely and would definitely recommend Bear Creek Manor for group events.

Best decision you'll make! They will go above and beyond for you! Our wedding was everything we…read morehoped it would be and MUCH more. They are professionals. They take the stress out of wedding planning so you can focus on enjoying the day and weeks leading up to the wedding. We had a wonderful experience and our guests were blown away with how elegant the day was and how flawless the ceremony was conducted. They cover all the little details. When we look back on our wedding day, Joel and his team will be what we remember and how awesome this was. They make it easy to decide how you want to do it and what you want to include. Their experience with weddings was evident from the start.

Not a great experience here primarily because promises were made that were not kept…read more Some decisions the wedding party made were influenced based on the answers received regarding food and decor. Tip to the staff: Just be up front. It's not that difficult. Don't assure your clients that the food will be fresh and homemade if you serve canned green beans and boxed mashed potatoes. And certainly don't double down on those statements later on. The overall experience wasn't poor, but I'd suggest anyone looking to just go elsewhere.

Beautiful and unique rooms! The hosts are always friendly and helpful…read more The mattress and bedding is super comfortable. I'm partial to the coziest robes ever. If shrimp and grits is on the menu for breakfast you will want to order.

Heritage house was a wonderful experience that one would need to have at least once. The small town…read moreof Opelika, Al is the most hallmark city ever and has so many great things to do. Coming from A big city with too many people with too much hustle and bustle, it's a nice slow down. But this beautiful bed and breakfast, which was a first for me, was a great experience. All of the nostalgic/historic furniture and motifs were a very unique view point of how society looked In years past. The owners Dani and Leif were super nice and accommodating. I hope more people will support locally owned and operated businesses like this for historical restoration buildings. FYI, there is a pinball/ video game bar that sells comic books in town and a speakeasy. Very, very lovely people and must go to place on your list. If I'm in the area I will be coming back again.

Friendly staff Varied activities…read more Kayaks and peddle boats Palm trees Man-made beach Bicycles for all ages Safe environment Family-centric

TGHHR (The Grandma Home House Retreat) is an awesome place! My family and I have hosted many events…read morethere and it's always been great. I rented out the gift shop before they renovated it. She had a candy bar, a Spiderman bouncy house/slide, arts and crafts, and face painting. All the kids had a wonderful time. My family also had their family reunion there, so large or small events are no problem with their staff. The owner is a very nice man, and their even Cordinator is very professional and accommodating. I recommend it!

I recently attended a private event at GM 705. The event space was nice and intimate, but it looked…read morelike they had the ability for a lot of different settings. The table arrangements of tables, booth seating, and cocktail tables were great so you could have a cocktail hour, as well as a seated dinner. The food was from the Gianmarco's menu and it was absolutely delicious. We had three appetizers in the cocktail hour. One was a mushroom bruschetta, one was a fried oyster bruschetta, and a small Caprese appetizer. The fried oyster and Caprese appetizer were the only two I tried and they were so fresh and delicious. I really liked that the fried oyster crostini and the mushroom bruschetta were served on small slate square plates. It was a really unique way to serve the hors d'oeuvres and the presentation was beautiful. Everybody's main meals looked so delicious and I was very pleased with my lamb. It was cooked absolutely perfectly and so flavorful and tender. I will say that the chicken Parmesan looked phenomenal and we had one friend order the veal Parmesan and it was an insane amount of food. He had never tried veal before and he really enjoyed it! The servers and team there were so hospitable and friendly. I would definitely keep this place in mind in the future for private events.

I have hosted two events at GM 705 - my firm's holiday party and my high school 40th reunion and I…read morecan't say enough good things about this venue. The space is beautiful and the staff is the best in the business. From the event coordinator who helped me plan all the details to the entire staff that took amazing care of us at both of my events- they were top notch. And the food is second to none (you can't go wrong with Gianmarcos cuisine!). If you are looking to book something simple or extravagant, I highly commend GM 705. You will not be disappointed!!

This venue made my dreams come true on my wedding day. I was the first person to get to use their…read morefacility and it went seamlessly!! I would highly recommend it! The owner and staff are very accommodating and kind.

From the owner: Nestled under the shade of 100 year old pecan trees lies The Orchard, Lake Martin's newest and most…read moreconvenient venue for all of your event space needs. This estate is perfect for a birthday party, company Christmas party, class reunion, her baby shower, or your BIG wedding day! The Orchard is a one of a kind venue that can make your special occasion a memory you will treasure forever. Located near downtown Alexander City and right off highway 280, The Orchard is a convenient destination for all of your guests and vendors. If you're planning a big event and need to avoid stress over decorating and cleaning, contact us! We even offer overnight lodging options! The Orchard can be booked by the hour for showers or by the evening for events.