Ensley
Birmingham
Popular places to visit
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Walk around the campus at University of Alabama at Birmingham during your visit to Birmingham. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
UAB Hospital
If UAB Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Birmingham.
Barber Motorsports Park
Watch cars speed around the twisty track and admire vintage motorcycles in the museum at Alabama’s motoring hub.
The Summit
You can enjoy retail therapy at The Summit during your stay in Birmingham. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.
Birmingham Zoo
Why not see the exotic and native animals who live at Birmingham Zoo during your holiday in Birmingham? In the area, take in the entertainment choices and mountain views.
Sloss Furnaces
Delve into the industrial history of Alabama at this hulking factory ruin, where generations of workers once toiled.
Things to do
Banshees of Birmingham Ghost Tour: The Furnace of the Forgotten
Top hotels in Ensley
Red Roof Inn Birmingham South
"Good updated rooms. Cold AC. Would definitely recommend."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Hoover Birmingham
"Staff were friendly, and my stay was as expected. Nice, cost effective place to stay."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Hoover
"Breakfast was good"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood
"Staff was very friendly. Room looked tired. Needed updating. Hot water in sink was almost warm at best. Very nice area."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Comfort Inn Birmingham Homewood
"Reserve una habitación con ellos por qué quería disfrutar de la piscina cosa que no pude por qué al momento de llegar al hotel pregunté que si estaba funcionando el área de la piscina y me dijeron que no cosa que ellos no habían colocado en su página de presentación la cual decía que su piscina estaba ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Embassy Suites Hotel Birmingham
"I enjoyed my stay overall. Breakfast buffet was good..loved fresh omelets. The room did not have a refrigerator and front desk associate barely looked up from her phone to state there were no extra ones to bring. The pool area was full of kids which was fine, but no one else could enjoy the pool ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ensley
Glen Iris
Glen Iris might not have many top sights, but Regions Field and Alys Robinson Stephens Performing Arts Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Civil Rights Historic District
Civil Rights Historic District is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Birmingham Civil Rights Institute or Alabama Theater.
North Birmingham
While North Birmingham isn't home to many top sights, Protective Stadium and Coca-Cola Amphitheater are some notable places to visit nearby.
Northside
If you're spending some time in Northside, Protective Stadium and Birmingham Museum of Art are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Birmingham
Downtown Birmingham is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to McWane Science Center or Regions Field.
Central City
While visiting Central City, you might make a stop by sights like Sloss Furnaces and Birmingham Museum of Art.
