Forest Lake Travel Guide

Tuscaloosa

A calm lake surrounded by a dense forest with autumn foliage.

Things to do

Visit the only remaining documented antebellum garden in Alabama and learn about the families who once lived in the home it surrounds.

Historical Golf Cart Tour of Tuscaloosa Landmarks

฿1,518
per adult
Historical Golf Cart Tour of Tuscaloosa Landmarks
University of Alabama Scavenger Hunt and Escape Game

Adventurous Walking Tour of University of Alabama

฿164
per adult
Adventurous Walking Tour of University of Alabama
An Epic University Hunt: University of Alabama Adventure

An Epic University Hunt: University of Alabama Adventure

฿492
per adult
An Epic University Hunt: University of Alabama Adventure
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Top hotels in Forest Lake

Hotel Capstone

Hotel Capstone

3 out of 5
320 Paul W Bryant Dr Tuscaloosa AL
The price is ฿4,186 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿4,186
฿4,814 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,272 reviews)
"Nice, clean, great location for visiting U of A."

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Hotel Capstone
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University

3 out of 5
3920 McFarland Blvd. E Tuscaloosa AL
The price is ฿2,796 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿2,796
฿3,215 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University
Ambassador Inn and Suites Tuscaloosa

Ambassador Inn and Suites Tuscaloosa

2 out of 5
230 Skyland Blvd Tuscaloosa AL
The price is ฿1,971 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿1,971
฿2,267 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Very nice staff & very affordable if you are looking for a cheap stay that is also decent."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

Ambassador Inn and Suites Tuscaloosa
Quality Inn & Suites Tuscaloosa near University

Quality Inn & Suites Tuscaloosa near University

2.5 out of 5
4122 McFarland Blvd East Tuscaloosa AL
Fully refundable
The price is ฿1,643 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
฿1,643
฿1,890 total
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (74 reviews)
"A dump, but cheap & relatively clean. AC barely worked on the hottest time of the year"

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Quality Inn & Suites Tuscaloosa near University
Ramada by Wyndham Tuscaloosa

Ramada by Wyndham Tuscaloosa

2.5 out of 5
631 Skyland Blvd E Tuscaloosa AL
The price is ฿2,201 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿2,201
฿2,531 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Everything was great!"

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Tuscaloosa
Greystone Inn and Suites

Greystone Inn and Suites

2.5 out of 5
11170 Will Walker Road Vance AL
The price is ฿2,116 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿2,116
฿2,328 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Vance. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"There was a flea in the room, but the staff quickly remied the situation. Staff was very polite and helpful. Would have liked more breakfast choices."

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Greystone Inn and Suites
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Where to stay in Forest Lake

Find the best Forest Lake areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A large white building with columns, a central staircase, and a well-maintained garden.
Photo by Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sports Commission
Open Photo by Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sports Commission

University Area

If you're spending some time in University Area, Paul W. Bryant Museum and Coleman Coliseum are top sights worth seeing.

A large, historic building with multiple arches and columns, a prominent tower, and a well-maintained lawn.
Photo by Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sports Commission
Open Photo by Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sports Commission

Downtown

If you're spending some time in Downtown, Jemison Van de Graaff Mansion and Tuscaloosa Amphitheater are top sights worth seeing.

Ancient ruins with columns and an archway amidst a grassy area with trees in the background.

South East Tuscaloosa

South East Tuscaloosa might not have many top sights, but Coleman Coliseum and Bryant-Denny Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

A white building with columns and a balcony, surrounded by pink flowers.
Photo by Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sports Commission
Open Photo by Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sports Commission

East Central Tuscaloosa

While visiting East Central Tuscaloosa, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Tamaha and Black Warrior River.

A river under a bridge surrounded by lush greenery.

North of the River

While visiting North of the River, you might make a stop by sights like Indian Hills Golf Course and Black Warrior River.

Forest Lake Travel Guide