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Amenities
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Fitness Room
ParkingFree
24-Hour Front Desk
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Property Description
Located in Selma, The St. James Hotel is a 3-minute walk from Museum of Slavery and Civil Rights and 8 minutes by foot from National Voting Rights Museum. This historic hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Brown Chapel AME Church and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Old Depot Museum.
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8.2/10
Very Good
Cleanliness8.2
Amenities8.2
Location8.2
Service8.2
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Surroundings
Landmarks: Selma Interpretive Center of the Selma to Montgomery National Historic Trail
(130m)
Landmarks: Edmund Pettus Bridge
(160m)
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King Room With Sofa Bed
8

King Room With Sofa Bed

1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Daily Housekeeping
Bedding: Blanket Or Quilt
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Queen Room With Balcony And River View
10

Queen Room With Balcony And River View

2 Double bed
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Balcony
Daily Housekeeping
Bedding: Blanket Or Quilt
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King Room
8

King Room

1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Daily Housekeeping
Bedding: Blanket Or Quilt
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Queen Room With Two Queen Beds, Balcony And River View
9

Queen Room With Two Queen Beds, Balcony And River View

2 Queen bed
Air Conditioning
Balcony
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Queen Room
10

Queen Room

1 Queen bed
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
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Bedding: Blanket Or Quilt
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King Room With Roll-in Shower-Mobility Accessible
6

King Room With Roll-in Shower-Mobility Accessible

1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
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King Room With Balcony And River View
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King Room With Balcony And River View

1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Balcony
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Bedding: Blanket Or Quilt
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8.2/10
Very Good
95 reviews
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  • Cleanliness8.2
  • Amenities8.2
  • Location8.2
  • Service8.2
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The rooms are clean, comfortable, and spacious with complimentary toiletries. The staff is praised for their cordial, helpful, and kind service.
M‍i‍c‍h‍a‍e‍l
June 11, 2025
We enjoyed our stay at this charming historic hotel. The room was nicely appointed, and the staff was helpful. We would certainly stay at the St. James again.
S‍t‍e‍p‍h‍a‍n‍i‍e
June 9, 2025
Sheets were not clean had to go down to the front to get them to re-clean our room and chase the sheet
B‍r‍o‍o‍k‍e
June 7, 2025
I'm sad to see that there is very little love and care of room 312 that I stayed in at this historic hotel. The room was smelly (from smoke, perhaps?) and the HVAC fan never turned off, making it not peaceful. There were multiple holes in the wall, cobwebs and dust on the headboards. The cheap plastic toilet seat was broken. There is only one light source in the room - a lamp by the bedside that was not connected to the light switch near the door. When I asked to be switched to a different room after the first night, I was refused. The public spaces are kept up well enough. But I did not enjoy my stay at all.
r‍i‍t‍a‍ ‍c‍a‍r‍o‍l
May 22, 2025
Lovely property. There's a beautiful courtyard that is surrounded by all the room doors. Spacious balconies for each floor surround the building. The surrounding area is that of a downtown that has fallen into ruin. Lots of empty builds. Not pleasing to look at, but the hotel is a beauty despite a downtown that is long gone I paid a few dollars extra to have a room on the river side. It is so nice to eat my breakfast on the balcony while looking at the historic Edmund Pettis bridge which is a block away. The room doors need a coat of paint, but otherwise the property is beautiful. I would definitely stay here again
M‍I‍C‍H‍A‍E‍L
May 22, 2025
The hotel itself is amazing, the staff is friendly and the view inside the courtyard and from the balcony were historically breathtaking.
V‍e‍r‍i‍f‍i‍e‍d‍ ‍t‍r‍a‍v‍e‍l‍e‍r
May 10, 2025
Beware when making reservations. Beware when booking. I booked a balcony over the river. Upon arriving they were sold out. There were 5 cars in the parking lot when I left this morning at 5am. When leaving, there was no drop box or anyone behind the desk. Had to leave my room key under the mouse and call them when I was on the road. Beautiful place, clean and comfortable and probably the safest option in Selma. Also, the staff was not at the desk upon arriving, had to wait 10 minutes, and when said person walked in they smelled of **** and talking on their cell phone while waiting on me.
C‍H‍R‍I‍S‍T‍I‍N‍E
March 20, 2025
Although there was a heavy gas smell as we walked to our rooms, we were told, "No problem. It's only in the courtyard." The rooms surrounded the courtyard so, indeed, it was a problem. Although we were told breakfast came with the room, there was no breakfast available nor were we given any credit. No working TV. No TV remote. No working telephone. No one at checkout. Room keys expired before we checked out. The incidental charges of $50/room times 2 rooms ($100) were not used but still charged so I need to notify my credit card about having them removed. Hotel was being closed for renovations as we checked out.
V‍e‍r‍i‍f‍i‍e‍d‍ ‍t‍r‍a‍v‍e‍l‍e‍r
January 21, 2025
They Gotta Do Better There were uncovered outlets and patches on the walls. The food was meh and I paid for breakfast but the cook called out. Staff was not noticeably friendly and I left with 3 bug bites on my arm and one above my eyebrow after sleeping in the bed.

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Fitness Room
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Property Policies

Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: after 15:00
Check-out: Before 11:00

Front desk hours: 24/7

Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.

Cots and Extra Beds
For all room types, cots and extra beds cannot be added.

Breakfast
StyleA la carte
AgeFee
Adult
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Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.

Pets
Pets are not allowed

Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 21 years old

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This property is managed by a professional host. Professional hosts are parties that act for purposes relating to their trade, business, or profession and are regarded as traders under EU law.
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Property Description

Located in Selma, The St. James Hotel is a 3-minute walk from Museum of Slavery and Civil Rights and 8 minutes by foot from National Voting Rights Museum. This historic hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Brown Chapel AME Church and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Old Depot Museum.

Enjoy recreation amenities such as a 24-hour fitness center or take in the view from a terrace. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, a banquet hall, and a vending machine.

Enjoy a satisfying meal at Sterling Restaurant & Bar serving guests of The St. James Hotel. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.

Make yourself at home in one of the 55 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include laptop-compatible safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are some things to do near St James Hotel Selma?

You can visit the following landmarks near St James Hotel Selma: Selma Interpretive Center of the Selma to Montgomery National Historic Trail, 130m from your search (straight-line distance).

Are pets allowed at St James Hotel Selma?

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed at St James Hotel Selma.

What are the check-in and check-out times at St James Hotel Selma?

The check-in time at St James Hotel Selma is 15:00 and the check-out time is 11:00.

How much does it cost to stay at St James Hotel Selma?

Prices at St James Hotel Selma are subject to change according to dates, hotel policy, and other factors. To view prices, please search for the dates you wish to stay at the hotel.

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Hotel Star Rating3