Description:
The St. James Hotel is the South's Only Remaining Antebellum Riverfront Hotel. Plantation owners, Union Soldiers, and the notorious, Frank and Jesse James, have slept here.
Perched on the bank of the Alabama River in Selma, Alabama, the St. James Hotel now anchors the Water Avenue Historic District and brings historical authenticity, community spirit, and good old Southern charm together to create a true treasure.
Built in 1837, the renovation of this grand hotel was a 6 million dollar project that brought together the small community of Selma, Alabama, in a joint effort to save historical authenticity along with a touch of Southern charm.
The beautifully furnished antebellum structure has been recreated after months of painstaking research to restore the St. James to its original glory.
Vintage lighting, original fireplace mantles, transom windows, rich wood flooring, and delicate antiques all come together to recreate the era of Plantation owners and gracious Old South living.
Whether you're a history buff, a lover of fine antiques, or simply appreciative of the finer things in life, you'll find a place especially for you at the St. James Hotel.
Amenities:
- Banquet Facilities
- Concierge
- Disabled Access
- Hair Dryer
- Parking
- Room Service
- Safe-Deposit Box
Check-in:
From 3:00 PM
Check-out:
Prior to 12:00 PM
Attractions:
Area Attractions: -National Voting Rights Museum - 0M North
-Vaughan-Smitherman Historic Building - Historic Site - 0.5M East
-Sturdivant Hall Museum - 1M South
-Seigel Art Gallery - 0.5M South
Arrival/Room Service Amenities: An In-Room Dining menu is located in the information book in each guest room. Room Service is available during regular restaurant hours, at no additional charge to our guests.
Business Services: Copy & Fax services are available at the Front Desk. Our Sales department can arrange for use of audio visual equipment such as VCR, Overhead Projectors, Screens, Slide Projector and other office equipment.
Children/Families: There is no additional charge for children at the St. James. A Children's menu is available in the Restaurant or Drinking Room.
Directions to Hotel: From Montgomery: Take I-65 South to the Selma/Hwy 80 Exit. Travel west on Hwy 80 45 miles, cross the Edmund Pettus Bridge, turn right at foot of bridge onto Water Ave. - St. James is 1 block down on right. From Birmingham: Take I-65 South from Birmingham to the Calera exit #228 (Hwy 25). Take Hwy 25 South through Montevallo to AL Hwy 139. Turn left onto Hwy 139. and go through Maplesville. At Maplesville, Hwy139 becomes Hwy 22. Continue on Hwy 22 West through Selma as it changes to Broad St. Follow Broad St. to the Foot of the Edmund Pettus Bridge and turn left on Water Ave. Go 1 Block - St. James Hotel is on the right. From Atlanta: Take I-85 to Montgomery, then I-65 South to the Selma/Hwy 80 exit. Follow Hwy 80 West into Selma. Immediately after crossing the Alabama River (Edmund Pettus Bridge) turn right at the foot of the bridge, onto Water Ave. Go 1 block - St. James is on the right. From Meridian: Take I-20 East into Alabama, at Exit 1, take the ramp onto SR-8 (which becomes Hwy 80 East). Follow Hwy 80 East into Selma. At the Intersection of Hwy 80 East & Hwy 80 West, turn right onto Hwy 80 West. Go approximately 4 miles to the foot of the Edmund Pettus Bridge - Turn Right, BEFORE crossing the bridge, onto Water Ave. The St. James is one block down on the right.
Health Club/Fitness Facilities: Fitness Facilities are located off site - use of the Selma YMCA and it's facitilites are complimentary for St. James Hotel Guests.
Hospitals and Medical Facilities: -vaughan Regional Medical Center - Selma - Alabama - 4M South East
Local Attractions: Area Attractions: National Voting Rights Museum 1012 Water Ave. 334-418-0800 Old Depot Museum Water Ave. 334-874-2197 Vaughan/Smitherman Historic Building 109 Union St. 334-874-2174 Sturdivant Hall Museum 713 Mabry St. 334-872-5626 Seigel Art Gallery 706 Broad St. 334-875-1138 Old Cahaba Site of Alabama's 1st Capital 13 mi. - Driving Directions Available Live Oak Cemetery National Register Landmark Burial Place of William Rufus King, Benjamin S. Turner, and Martha Todd, sister of Mary Todd Lincoln. Dallas Ave. Antique and Specialty Shops Selma's historic distric has numerous antique and specialty shops located within walking distance of the hotel. Windshield Tours, Walking Tours, and Ghost Tours of the Historic District are available at the Front Desk.
Local Transportation: Taxi Service: East Side Cab: 334-872-4480 Deluxe Cab Co.: 334-872-0021 Automobile Rental: Clean machine Rent-A-Car: 334-872-8054 Enterprise Rent-A-Car: 334-874-9104 or 1-800-325-8007
Military Bases and Installations: -Maxwell AFB - Montgomery - Alabama - 50M West
Nearby Cities: -Montgomery - Alabama - 50M West
-Birmingham - Alabama - 98M South
-Atlanta - Georgia - 210M South West
Off Site Recreational Activities: The Selma YMCA has generously donated the use of it's facilities to St. James Hotel guests. It is conveiniently located approximately 5 blocks from the hotel, and has a complete weight room, basketball courts, indoor walking track, and indoor pool for guest use.
On Site Recreational Activities: There are currently no onsite recreational activities
On Site Restaurants/Lounges: Troup House Restaurant
-Full Service
-Southern Cuisine
-Fine Dining
-Reservations Recommended
The St. James Drinking Room
-Brasserie
-Southern Cuisine
-Casual Dining
-Relaxed
-No Reservations Required
Parking Information: Streetside Parking is complimentary for St. James Hotel guests.
Shopping: The St. James is located in the heart of downtown Selma, where you may visit one of our many fine retailers. Shopping venus include jewelry shops, antique outlets, grocery stores, pharmaceuticals, and gift shops.
Spa: N/A
Tourist Information: Area Attractions: National Voting Rights Museum 1012 Water Ave. 334-418-0800 Old Depot Museum Water Ave. 334-874-2197 Vaughan/Smitherman Historic Building 109 Union St. 334-874-2174 Sturdivant Hall Museum 713 Mabry St. 334-872-5626 Seigel Art Gallery 706 Broad St. 334-875-1138 Old Cahaba Site of Alabama's 1st Capital 13 mi. - Driving Directions Available Live Oak Cemetery National Register Landmark Burial Place of William Rufus King, Benjamin S. Turner, and Martha Todd, sister of Mary Todd Lincoln. Dallas Ave. Antique and Specialty Shops Selma's historic distric has numerous antique and specialty shops located within walking distance of the hotel. Windshield Tours, Walking Tours, and Ghost Tours of the Historic District are available at the Front Desk.
Universities and Colleges: -Concordia College - Selma - Alabama - 1.5M South
-Selma University - Selma - Alabama - 1.5M South
-George C Wallace State Community College - Selma - Alabama - 3M South
Weather Information: For local weather information, visit www.weather.com or www.stjameshotelselma.com and click on the Weather Channel icon under the Reservations page.
