The Best Hotels to Book in Dothan, Alabama

Landmark Park, outside Dothan, is a living history museum home to several historic buildings and more
Landmark Park, outside Dothan, is a living history museum home to several historic buildings and more | © Nick Fox / Alamy Stock Photo
Jackie Tucker

Known as the Peanut Capital of the World, Dothan is a sweet Southern town with salt flavoring its soul. The peanut may be the signature snack, but you’ll also find great steakhouses and attractions, such as the Dothan National Golf Club, Adventureland Theme Park and contemporary art at the Wiregrass Museum of Art. Whether you’re just passing through or exploring the unique history of the town, stay in one of these top hotels in Dothan, Alabama – bookable on Culture Trip.

1. Courtyard by Marriott Dothan, for great on-site dining options

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The Bistro at the Courtyard by Marriott Dothan, with counter service and plenty of seating
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In the center of the Peanut Capital of the World, this Courtyard by Marriott is the perfect launching spot to discover everything the town has to offer. Explore the whimsical street art, museums and antique markets before returning to the hotel for some Southern hospitality and amenities such as an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. The Bistro, the on-site eatery, specializes in healthy breakfast and dinner options, along with Starbucks specialty drinks and cocktails at night.

2. Residence Inn by Marriott Dothan, for active travelers

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The outdoor pool with sky-blue loungers at the Residence Inn by Marriott Dothan
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This Residence Inn offers spacious suites with thoughtful amenities, including full kitchens and pillow-top mattresses. If you need to squeeze in a bit of work, make a beeline for the full-service business center. When you need to let off some steam, enjoy a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool or a round of tennis or basketball on the sports court. For dinner, try the nearby Old Mill Restaurant, a local eatery serving crab claws and prime rib and showcasing the town heritage with a historic sawmill setting.

3. Hilton Garden Inn Dothan, for shopping fans

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The gated outdoor pool with loungers at the Hilton Garden Inn Dothan
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Get easy access to all Dothan has to offer at this Hilton Garden Inn. You’re right across from the Dothan Pavilion shopping center and restaurants, plus the family-friendly Adventureland Theme Park is minutes away, complete with mini-golf, bumper boats, go-karts and more. Return to the hotel and enjoy the outdoor pool and fitness center. Then grab a bite at the on-site restaurant, serving all-American fare for dinner and a delicious breakfast buffet in the morning.

5. Sleep Inn and Suites Dothan North, for contemporary digs

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Rooms overlook the outdoor pool, with loungers, tables and chairs, at the Sleep Inn and Suites Dothan North
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Enjoy a good night’s sleep at this Sleep Inn and Suites in Dothan. Start your day with a complimentary hot breakfast as you catch up on the latest happenings with your free newspaper. Afterward, spend your day enjoying local attractions, such as the Dothan Area Botanical Gardens or a Peanuts Around Town tour, highlighting more than 65 pieces of peanut-inspired sculptures by local artists. Finish your day back at the hotel with a swim in the outdoor pool or a workout in the fitness center.

6. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Dothan North, for a convenient location

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A stylish room with two queen beds, sleek wood furnishings and a lime-green accent wall at the Holiday Inn Express and Suites Dothan North
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The Holiday Inn Express and Suites in Dothan is an ideal base for exploring the surrounding area. Tuck into the hot breakfast buffet (included in the nightly fee), or visit the 24/7 lobby market, where you can choose from a variety of snacks and beverages. Head out to play 18 holes on the top-rated Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail, explore the GW Carver Interpretive Museum or see the smallest city block in the world nearby. Back at this Dothan hotel, cool off in the outdoor swimming pool.

7. Best Western Dothan Inn and Suites, for an extended stay

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A spacious suite with two queen beds and a separate living space with a sofa bed at the Best Western Dothan Inn and Suites
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Each guest room in this all-suite hotel in Dothan comes with a refrigerator and a microwave, making it ideal for extended stays. Enjoy a complimentary coffee or work up a sweat in the fitness center before heading out to explore. Discover the great outdoors at the nearby Forever Wild Trails, perfect for hiking and biking. Finish the day with dinner at Zaxby’s Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings, just across the highway.

Looking for more hotels in Alabama? Check out out pick of the best hotels in Alabama, USA, bookable with Culture Trip.

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