Sand Ridge Travel Guide
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.

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.

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.

Alabama Theater
Get tickets for a show at Alabama Theater, a popular theatre in Birmingham. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Top hotels in Sand Ridge

Red Roof Inn Birmingham South
"You get what you pay for. It wasn’t the worst place we’ve stayed, but it definitely wasn’t the best either. The beds were very hard and uncomfortable, which made it difficult to get a good night’s sleep. The property could also use some TLC and updates in a few areas. Our AC unit was inconsistent ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Hoover Birmingham
"This Days Inn is no frills but excellent all the way around. We’ve stayed here for the last 2 SEC baseball tournaments and it’s been great as it’s less than 4 miles to the ballpark. The rates are really good and competitive; the rooms are clean and well-maintained, serviced daily; the free breakfast ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Hoover
"Location near enough to major highways but far enough to enjoy a measure of quietness around the pool. Surrounded by trees at the entrance to an attractive upscale office park built to blend in with the natural landscape. Property was well maintained and staff was helpful. Credit goes to the cleaning ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood
"The room was clean and well maintained."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026

Comfort Inn Birmingham Homewood
"Please be advised this hotel DOES NOT have any extra blankets. And we had trouble with the in-room A/C unit. It wanted to run all night..."
Reviewed on 26 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 Sand Ridge

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.

Vestavia Hills
Visitors to Vestavia Hills enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Birmingham Ballet is worth a stop.

Homewood
Travellers come to Homewood for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Birmingham Zoo and Three Sheets: A Linen Shop while you're in town.

Five Points South
Unique features of Five Points South include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Regions Field or Vulcan Statue while you're exploring the area.

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.

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.
