Gadsden Inn & Suites

About The Hotel

This family-run motel of 40-plus years sits on Albert Rains Boulevard on the Coosa River by downtown Gadsden, offering a charming riverside base with river views and a 4.1 rating across 86 reviews. The honeymoon suite features a confirmed in-room jacuzzi tub; other rooms offer jetted tubs. Guests consistently praise immaculate cleanliness, recent renovations, comfortable mattresses, and large fridges. Subratings are strong: 4.4 for cleanliness and service, 4.3 for rooms, location, and value. At $79–$94 per night, it delivers excellent value. However, a strict no-visitors and pool-wristband policy has drawn candid 1-star complaints from guests unaware of the rules before booking—read policies carefully.

What Guests Are Saying

“Room 219 was immaculately clean and fresh. Recently renovated, very comfortable mattresses, extra-large room with a big fridge, and the bathroom has a soaker tub which we especially loved. We will stay here every year on our way to the Smoky Mountains.” — MagpieChat, 5 stars

“Room 234 has two comfortable queens and a large tub with jets, plus a large fridge and freezer. We enjoy sitting out front watching the river traffic on the Coosa. The earlier negative reviews reflect guests upset about pool rules for friends. We enjoyed our stay.” — Allen and Wanda, 5 stars

“Nowhere on their policies upon booking does it state you are not allowed any visitors at any time. The manager said all these people gotta go about my visiting friend and children, recited policy rather than showing decency, and refused a refund. Steer clear.” — L H, 1 star

Pros & Cons

Pros:

• A confirmed in-room jacuzzi tub in the honeymoon suite, plus rooms with jetted tubs
• A family-run riverside motel of 40-plus years with Coosa River views
• A pool, free breakfast, and immaculately clean, recently renovated rooms
• A loyal repeat following and a great value (from $79/night)
• A walkable downtown-and-riverfront location

Cons:

• A strict no-visitors / pool-wristband policy has drawn several angry 1-star reviews — read the rules before booking
• An older motel with park-at-your-door, thin-walled rooms near a busy street and railroad
• The in-room jacuzzi is a specific honeymoon-suite room type — request it directly when booking

The Location

On Albert Rains Boulevard on the Coosa River by downtown Gadsden, walkable to the riverfront and the galleries. You can find more details or book your stay on TripAdvisor.