OK gang - the hotel that makes the most sense for us is the
Best Western in Clanton, Alabama. It is located just off I-65 at exit 205. While this is 14 miles south of exit 219 where the event will take place, it is the most reasonably priced motel that I would personally stay that is closest to Jemison. Also, we will be arranging for transportation to and from the event location for dinner and the activities afterwards so that you can enjoy an adult beverage or two and not having to worry about riding back to the hotel.
Apparently my negotiations skills aren't what I dreamed them to be. The hotel owner actually quoted me $78.00 per night for a group rate, which is $1.50 more than the published
AAA rate of $76.50 on the hotel website. Go figure! That being said, you'll need to just contact the hotel directly and make your reservations, soon, to ensure that you have a room reserved, as we
do not have a room block for this event.
Please note, the hotel cancellation policy is very liberal -
you can cancel all the way up to 6 p.m. on the night of arrival in order to avoid being charged for one night's stay. So it only makes since that you go ahead and make reservations, even if you are on the fence about attending. If something comes up and you can't make it, you simply cancel all the way up to the date of arrival without incurring any charges.
So, my recommendation is to make reservations at:
BEST WESTERN Inn
801 Bradberry Ln, Clanton, AL 35046-6260
Phone: 205-280-1006 | Fax: 205-280-1387 | 53 Rooms
Check Out Time: 11:00 AM | Check In: 3:00 PM |
Online Reservations
Hotel Amenities & Services
- Complimentary continental breakfast, choice of breads, cereal, fruit, eggs, yogurt, juice, coffee, and hot items.
- Outdoor pool
- Hot tub Jacuzzi®
- Ice/vending machines
- High-speed Internet access
- Exterior corridor
There is a Waffle House across the street and also a Shoney's with a full breakfast bar, three miles up the interstate at exit 208 if the
Complimentary continental breakfast does not suit your needs. Those of us that will be camping will likely be headed to Shoney's in the mornings on our way out to ride. We'll play that by ear for now.
I will start a new thread and ask that you post up in that thread once you have made your reservations to let everyone know that you have locked down a room. That thread can also be used for room share info for those that want to find a room mate, as this hotel has Double Queen rooms, in addition to single King for those of you that just prefer have a room to yourself. I note that this hotel was remodeled within the last year and most all of the reviews I read were very positive.
In the alternative, there is a Hampton Inn 12 miles north at exit 231 but I was quoted $103 for that weekend. You are more than welcomed to stay there, but likely we will not be able to get you back and forth to the activities on Friday and Saturday evening.
For those that are a little more budget conscious, there is a hotel adjacent to the Shoney's at exit 205. We will be able to accommodate ride assist to this hotel, as it is on the way to and from the Best Western. My guess is the rate at this hotel will be between $60 -$65.
The Inn of Clanton
