Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort & Spa At Grand National, Opelika
About the Hotel
Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort & Spa At Grand National - A lakeside golf resort with three pools, spa services, and multiple dining venues
This 4-star resort sits beside Sougahatchee Lake overlooking the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail, featuring three courses with 54 holes. All guest rooms at Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort & Spa At Grand National include private balconies, laptop-friendly workspaces, air conditioning, and free WiFi. Guests can dine at Southern Oak Restaurant for American cuisine, Southern Oak Café for quick bites, Fairways Lounge for casual sports bar fare, or Splash Bar for poolside dining. The property offers two outdoor pools and one indoor pool, 8 tennis courts, 4 pickleball courts, and The Spa at Grand National with massages and salon services. Located near downtown Opelika and Auburn University, the resort provides complimentary on-site parking and is 12 miles from Lanett Municipal Airport. A continental breakfast is available each morning at Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort & Spa At Grand National.
Pros
The property features three swimming pools, including one indoor pool available year-round.
Guests have direct access to 54 holes of championship golf at Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail.
The Spa at Grand National offers massages, salon services, and treatments in a forest setting.
Multiple dining options include Southern Oak Restaurant, Southern Oak Café, and poolside Splash Bar.
The resort provides 8 tennis courts and 4 pickleball courts for recreational activities.
Cons
The resort is 12 miles from Lanett Municipal Airport, requiring transportation arrangements.
Some guest rooms feature carpeted flooring rather than hard surface flooring.
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Transportation and Accessibility
Transportation options
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Internet access
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Allergy-free rooms
- Lift
- ATM/Cash machine
- Hairdresser
- Coffee shop
- Vending machines
- Fireplace
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Tennis court
- Badminton
- Golf course
- Billiard tables
- Table tennis
Services
- Room service
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Children's buffet
- Board games
- Children's pool
- Water slides
- Game room
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Body wraps
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Shallow end
- Make up services
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
Our stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The Junior Suites we were assigned were spacious and modern, easily accommodating four adults. However, there was an initial issue with receiving the wrong room. The service was a bit rushed during drinks but impressive when helping us with dinner arrangements. The location was ideal for winding down for the weekend, though it would have been great if the hotel stayed open later. The dining experience ranged from cold and poorly set up to amazing, especially the breakfast buffet after a long drive. The facilities were generally good, with a notable cold meal compensated for Elite members and great bar snacks.
The hotel was a bit expensive, and the rooms were okay but a little dated, which made them uncomfortable for a visitor that was staying with us. The service, however, was kind, although they couldn't resolve my issue since we booked through a third party. The location was our favorite, where we spent most of our time, despite the limited opening hours around the hotel. The dining, which was supposed to be included, was overpriced, though the traditional dishes were unbelievable.
I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The room was fantastic with a balcony overlooking the course and lake, striking the perfect balance between function and luxury. However, the door to our room was a bit difficult to open and close due to warping, which was a minor inconvenience. The service was excellent, with the staff being consistently friendly and apologetic for any issues. The location was fantastic, especially for families, and the dining experience, despite being a bit overpriced, was enjoyable with a great breakfast buffet. The facilities were well-kept, making my stay even more pleasant overall.
The hotel offered clean and well-appointed rooms, but the service was friendly with some delays. The location was convenient for families, though dining was overpriced. The facilities were decent overall.
The hotel had magnificent rooms that were nice and clean, especially the Jr. Suites. The service was attentive and friendly, though an incident of giving an extra room key to a visitor was unacceptable. The location quickly became an ideal spot to wind down, with beautiful fire pits but had some issues with door warping. The dining experience was good but possibly overpriced, with burgers being a standout. The facilities were unbelievable, making it a big part of why guests return.