Birmingham, Alabama, is home to some of the state’s top attractions including the Birmingham Museum of Art, Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, The Civil Rights National Monument, and many events and activities. Next year, the city will be home to the 2022 World Games. The 2022 World Games will be held from July 7-11 in multiple venues throughout Birmingham. For easy access to the venues, there are 17 Birmingham Airbnbs near UAB, Avondale Park, Birmingham CrossPlex, and other venues where the World Games will occur.
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- The best Airbnb rentals for solo travelers and couples in Birmingham, Alabama
- The best Airbnb rentals for families and small groups in Birmingham, Alabama
- The best Airbnb rentals for gatherings and large groups in Birmingham, Alabama
The best Birmingham Airbnbs for solo travelers and couples in Birmingham, Alabama
1. Mediterranean villa in central Birmingham
This peaceful Mediterranean villa has a full kitchen and living with an outdoor pool and beautiful skyline views right from your window. Located in the heart of Birmingham, this rental is the perfect walking distance from downtown shops, coffee shops, parks, and biking trails. It’s a convenient drive from The University of Alabama at Birmingham, so it’s right in the center of Birmingham’s nightlife. (only allows min of 30 stays)
Two guests, one-bedroom
Price: $1,384 per month
2. Birmingham apartment in Bluff Park
This spacious open-floor apartment is a perfect getaway for couples. This big open floor concept features a kitchenette fully equipped with a fridge, toaster oven, microwave, and a plug-in stove. The kitchenette also has a bar top area for eating and drinking. There are two sleeping areas, one king-size bed, and a pull-out sleeper.
Four guests, one-bedroom
Price: $64 per night
3. Groomsmen Inn apartment in Forest Park
The Groomsmen Inn is a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment located in Forest Park, just minutes from Birmingham’s attractions and the 2022 World Games. This property has a full kitchen, combined living and dining room space, an office, and a private laundry room. If you want to enjoy the Birmingham weather, a private patio with a shared grill is a perfect spot to have a morning cup of coffee.
Four guests, one-bedroom
Price: $121 per night
4. Cozy vintage retreat that’s pet friendly with expansive backyard
Who wouldn’t want to stay at a property that’s named one of Birmingham’s most fantastic spots? This unit has a fully stocked kitchenette and a living room with beautiful views of the property’s garden and fountain. The main bedroom has a king-sized bed, smart TV, and a stylish and modern bathroom equipped with all supplies. Guests can also enjoy the open outdoor patio space with an expansive front porch, fire pit, screened-in outdoor dining lounge, natural gas grill, foosball, cornhole, hammocks & fountains.
Two guests, one-bedroom
Price: $270 per night
5. Open floor plan loft in Downtown with city views
Right smack in the middle of Birmingham is this open floor plan loft. It’s equipped with a full kitchen and living area, a private bedroom with a king-sized bed, a loft-style bedroom with a queen-sized bed, and flat-screen TVs. You can enjoy city views from both the bedroom and living room, and you’re right in the center near restaurants, bars, and lounges.
Four guests, one-bedroom
Price: $124 per night
6. Comfy and peaceful micro cottage
This Birmingham Airbnb near the World Games is the coziest one of them all. The micro cottage is nestled in the heart of one of Birmingham’s prime neighborhoods. There is a full kitchen, a private cavity for the bedroom with a queen-sized bed, and a spacious bathroom.
Two guests, one-bedroom
Price: $108 per night
The best Birmingham Airbnbs for families and small groups in Birmingham, Alabama
7. Stylish 1950s bungalow with large deck and screened in porch
Another famous Birmingham property was named best rental by Birmingham Magazine. This Birmingham Airbnb is equipped with a large deck and a screened porch that comes with a gas BBQ along with a spacious fenced-in backyard for privacy and for the kids and dogs to play in. There are two bedrooms, and this home can sleep up to five guests. The house is also within walking distance of shops, restaurants, and Cahaba Brewing Company.
Five guests, two bedrooms
Price: $130 per night
8. Pet-friendly bungalow in Crestwood Park
This pet-friendly bungalow is just three blocks away from Crestwood Park. This bungalow has two bedrooms with queen-sized beds, one air mattress that can sleep up to six guests in each room, and a full bathroom. There is a kitchen, private patio, and shared backyard space.
Five guests, two bedrooms
Price: $92 per night
9. Adelene Garden Getaway in Highland Park
In the Historic Highland Park neighborhood resides this Birmingham Airbnb home to two bedrooms, a living area with flat-screen TVs, an office area, and an in-house laundry unit. The large backyard has many trees with hooks to hang hammocks and views of the home’s flower, herb, and vegetable garden beds.
Six guests, two bedrooms
Price: $290 per night
10. Charming 1920s cottage near UAB
This comfortable and historic 1920s bungalow is in reach of everything in Birmingham. The two-bed, two-bath home is brimming with bright and vibrant decor. Both bedrooms come with a private bathroom and also a fully equipped kitchen. There is a front porch and a back deck where you can enjoy all that Birmingham has to offer. If you want to check out more of this historic bungalow, you can also visit their Instagram page.
Four guests, two bedrooms
Price: $290 per night
11. Modern luxury loft with resort-style amenities
This luxury condo is located in Downtown Birmingham. This property features a washer and dryer, a workspace, a full kitchen with all appliances and essentials like a Keurig coffee maker, two big flat-screen TVs with Netflix included. Guests will also have access to the resort-style pool, grilling areas, outdoor kitchen, and the gas fire pit lounge area.
Five guests, two bedrooms
Price: $153 per night
The best Birmingham Airbnbs for gatherings and large groups in Birmingham, Alabama
12. The hidden Birdhouse near Downtown Birmingham
Enjoy this mid-century modern home hidden away on a 1-acre lot not too far from Downtown Birmingham. This home has a fully equipped kitchen and a spare kitchen, a large living room, a dining room that can fit six guests, and three bedrooms. The home is known for its name “Birdhouse” as there are many bird feeders around the backyard, and in the mornings, you can hear birds chirping.
Eight guests, three bedrooms
Price: $153 per night
13. Private retreat in Avondale Park Historic District
This private home tucked away in the Avondale Park Historic District will be your new home away from home. The recently renovated and upgraded house has a full kitchen that features a microwave, oven, refrigerator, and coffee maker. The open living room has a sitting area with a Smart 55″ HDTV, a second 43″ Smart TV for entertainment, a wrap-around porch, beautiful views, and a bricked courtyard.
Eight guests, three bedrooms
Price: $174 per night
14. Newly renovated Honeysuckle house in the heart of Birmingham
This rental is the best place to be just a short drive from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. This newly renovated home has three bedrooms, two bathrooms, one located upstairs and one downstairs, and a freshly repaired kitchen with stainless steel appliances and all the utensils and ingredients needed to cook. Amenities include games, welcoming snacks, bathroom supplies, and coffee supplies (unlike many Birmingham Airbnbs you’ll enjoy more than a Keurig).
Six guests, three bedrooms
Price: $170 per night
15. Gated and hidden home with workspace for adults and kids
The perfect Birmingham residence for the family, the hidden property is in a gated community safe for the kids to play and enjoy. There are three bedrooms, the master bedroom, one bedroom with bunk beds for the kids, another with a king-sized bed, and extra sleeping space in the living room. The home has a full kitchen with all appliances, utensils, and cookware provided. Also, if the kids want to read or color, there are dedicated kids desks and an adult workspace.
Ten guests, three bedrooms
Price: $234 per night
16. Quaint residence in the heart of Avondale
This craftsman-style home with an open floor plan has ample living space with a smart TV and a big dining space with a spacious chef-like kitchen and a six-burner gas stove. The main level hosts the kitchen, living, and dining area with one bedroom and one bath. The second level has two more bedrooms, one bath, and office space. The home has a large front porch where you can sit back and relax, a staple among the most popular Birmingham Airbnbs.
Ten guests, three bedrooms
Price: $151 per night
17. Revamped Crestwood family home with raised porch
This Crestwood home has everything your family or group needs for the perfect Birmingham gateway. Completely revamped in every room, this home has everything for your stay, the newly remodeled kitchen with a massive island with enough cookware and utensils for up to 16 people. The living room features two couches, chairs, a desk and TV with Apple TV, and the dining area and laundry room attached. There are three bedrooms and a newly raised porch in the back, making this one of the most convenient Birmingham Airbnbs near the World Games for pre-gaming. 
Ten guests, three bedrooms
Price: $229 per night