📅 March 28-29, 2026
📍 DL6 Sports, Piedmont, SC
1 Night
No closer brand hotels exist — DL6 Sports is at I-85 Exit 34 which has no hotels; all options are at Exit 40.
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Recommendation: Comfort Suites — suite-style rooms, indoor pool, and shuttle service make it ideal for families with young athletes.
📅 April 10-12, 2026
📍 Cullman Basketball Complex, Cullman, AL
2 Nights
| Hotel | Distance | Rate/Night | Breakfast | Pool | Notes |
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| Holiday Inn Express Cullman |
~6 mi / 10 min |
$110-$140 |
Free hot |
Indoor heated |
Kids eat free program. Best pick for teams. |
| Hampton Inn Cullman |
~7 mi / 10 min |
$99-$130 |
Free hot |
Seasonal outdoor |
On-site laundry, Hilton Honors points |
| Fairfield Inn & Suites Cullman |
~5 mi / 8 min |
$107-$135 |
Free hot |
Seasonal outdoor |
Newest property, on-site market for snacks |
No closer brand hotels exist — the complex is in a rural area; all hotels are clustered near I-65 Exit 310.
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Recommendation: Holiday Inn Express — only hotel with an indoor pool (April weather can be unpredictable), plus kids eat free.
📅 April 25-26, 2026
📍 Rock Hill Sports & Event Center, Rock Hill, SC
1 Night
| Hotel | Distance | Rate/Night | Breakfast | Pool | Notes |
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| Cambria Hotel Rock Hill |
~0.2 mi / walkable |
$112-$207 |
Not included ($10-$20/person) |
Indoor |
Same street as venue. Upscale Choice brand, rooftop bar, on-site restaurant. Opened 2021. |
| Home2 Suites by Hilton Rock Hill |
~0.3 mi / walkable |
$97-$155 |
Free hot |
Indoor heated |
Full kitchenettes. Best value — walkable with free breakfast. |
| Holiday Inn Express Rock Hill |
~1-2 mi |
$112-$140 |
Free hot |
Pool |
Modern property, reliable IHG brand |
| Hampton Inn Rock Hill |
~3-5 mi |
$85-$110 |
Free hot |
Seasonal outdoor |
Most budget-friendly, whirlpool suites available |
| Spark by Hilton Rock Hill |
~3 mi |
$80-$141 |
Free (bagel bar) |
Outdoor |
Hilton's budget brand, free parking, near Rock Hill Galleria restaurants. Hilton Honors points. |
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Recommendation: Home2 Suites for best overall value (walkable, free breakfast, kitchenettes). Cambria if you want the upscale experience right next door.
📅 May 1-3, 2026
📍 Knoxville Convention Center, Knoxville, TN
2 Nights
| Hotel | Distance | Rate/Night | Breakfast | Pool | Notes |
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| Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown |
0.4 mi / 10 min walk |
$119-$200 |
Free hot |
— |
#1 rated hotel in Knoxville on TripAdvisor. On-site Starbucks. World of Hyatt points. |
| Marriott Knoxville Downtown |
0.1 mi / across the street |
$123-$189 |
Not included (on-site restaurant) |
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Closest hotel to venue. 302 rooms, recently renovated. Marriott Bonvoy points. |
| Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville-Downtown |
0.3 mi / 5 min walk |
$104-$260 |
Free hot |
Indoor |
Free parking, indoor pool. Best value with pool. |
| Hilton Knoxville |
Connected via skybridge |
$138-$261 |
Not included |
Rooftop outdoor |
Skybridge to convention center — ultimate convenience |
| Embassy Suites Knoxville Downtown |
0.7 mi / 10 min walk |
$179-$330 |
Free made-to-order |
Rooftop seasonal |
All-suite, free evening reception. Best for comfort. |
| Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive |
~7 mi / 15 min drive |
$100-$151 |
Free hot (kids eat free) |
Outdoor |
On-site restaurant & bar, free parking, kids 11 & under eat free. IHG Rewards points. |
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Recommendation: Hyatt Place for best brand + free breakfast + top ratings. Hampton Inn if a pool is important. Marriott for closest proximity. Holiday Inn Merchant Drive for best rates + kids eat free.
📅 May 22-24, 2026
📍 Next Play 360, Marietta, GA
2 Nights
| Hotel | Distance | Rate/Night | Breakfast | Pool | Notes |
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| Embassy Suites Kennesaw Town Center |
~2.4 mi / 5 min |
$128-$164 |
Free cooked-to-order + evening reception |
Under renovation |
Closest brand hotel. All 2-room suites, complimentary drinks/snacks at evening reception. |
| Comfort Suites Kennesaw |
~2.7 mi / 6 min |
$80-$109 |
Free hot |
— |
All-suite rooms. Best budget pick — close + cheap + breakfast. |
| Hampton Inn Woodstock |
~2.8 mi / 6 min |
$88-$115 |
Free hot |
— |
Hilton brand reliability, great value |
| Hilton Garden Inn Kennesaw |
~5 mi / 10 min |
$85-$150 |
Not included |
Indoor/outdoor |
Near Town Center mall for dining/shopping |
| Sonesta ES Suites Kennesaw Town Center |
~5 mi / 10 min |
$87-$186 |
Free daily buffet |
Heated |
Extended stay suites with full kitchens, free breakfast, pet-friendly. Near LakePoint Sports. |
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Recommendation: Comfort Suites Kennesaw for best value (close, cheap, free breakfast, all-suite). Embassy Suites if you want the premium experience with evening reception. Sonesta ES Suites for extended-stay kitchens + free breakfast.
📅 June 6-7, 2026
📍 Riverview Park Activities Center, North Augusta, SC
1 Night
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Recommendation: Holiday Inn Express for proximity + pool. Tru by Hilton as a modern alternative. Hampton Inn for best value.
📅 June 25-28, 2026
📍 John T. Rhodes Myrtle Beach Sports Center, Myrtle Beach, SC
3 Nights
| Hotel | Distance | Rate/Night | Breakfast | Pool | Notes |
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| Sheraton Myrtle Beach |
~0.2 mi / walking |
$92-$200 |
On-site restaurant + Starbucks |
Indoor heated |
Closest hotel. Marriott Bonvoy points. Near boardwalk. |
| Hampton Inn Broadway at the Beach |
~0.7 mi |
$90-$139 |
Free hot |
Pool |
Best value — free breakfast + low rate. Near Broadway entertainment. Hilton Honors. |
| Dayton House Resort |
~0.7 mi |
$150-$250 |
Free hot |
2 indoor + outdoor lazy river |
Children's pool, great for families. Oceanfront. |
| Homewood Suites Myrtle Beach |
~2 mi / 7 min |
$200-$350 |
Free hot |
On-site water park |
Full kitchens, waterslides. Oceanfront. Best for fun. |
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Recommendation: Hampton Inn Broadway for best value (free breakfast, $90-$139). Sheraton for closest proximity. Dayton House or Homewood Suites for oceanfront/water park experience.
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NTBA group rates: Contact John Tucker at Travel2Give (865-384-2878, John@travel2give.com) for potential team discounts.
📅 July 24-27, 2026
📍 Rock Hill Sports & Event Center, Rock Hill, SC
3 Nights
| Hotel | Distance | Rate/Night | Breakfast | Pool | Notes |
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| Cambria Hotel Rock Hill |
~0.2 mi / walkable |
$112-$207 |
Not included ($10-$20/person) |
Indoor |
Same street as venue. Upscale, rooftop bar, on-site restaurant. |
| Home2 Suites by Hilton Rock Hill |
~0.3 mi / walkable |
$97-$155 |
Free hot |
Indoor heated |
Full kitchenettes. Best value for a 3-night stay. |
| Holiday Inn Express Rock Hill |
~1-2 mi |
$112-$140 |
Free hot |
Pool |
Modern property, reliable IHG brand |
| Hampton Inn Rock Hill |
~3-5 mi |
$85-$110 |
Free hot |
Seasonal outdoor |
Most budget-friendly, whirlpool suites available |
| Spark by Hilton Rock Hill |
~3 mi |
$80-$141 |
Free (bagel bar) |
Outdoor |
Hilton's budget brand, free parking, near Rock Hill Galleria restaurants. Hilton Honors points. |
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Recommendation: Home2 Suites — kitchenettes save significant money on meals over a 3-night stay. Cambria for upscale experience steps from the venue.
Budget Summary (Estimated per room)
| # | Tournament | Location | Nights | Budget Pick | Est. Cost |
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| 1 | LBI Carolina Opening Day | Greenville, SC | 1 | Comfort Suites ($99) | ~$99 |
| 2 | Southern Starz Shootout | Cullman, AL | 2 | Holiday Inn Express ($110) | ~$220 |
| 3 | Rock Hill C3SB | Rock Hill, SC | 1 | Home2 Suites ($97) | ~$97 |
| 4 | TN Miracle Classic | Knoxville, TN | 2 | Hyatt Place ($119) | ~$238 |
| 5 | Prep Girls Hoops GA | Marietta, GA | 2 | Comfort Suites Kennesaw ($80) | ~$160 |
| 6 | National Ready Challenge | North Augusta, SC | 1 | Hampton Inn Augusta ($87) | ~$87 |
| 7 | NTBA Nationals | Myrtle Beach, SC | 3 | Hampton Inn Broadway ($90) | ~$270 |
| 8 | Rock Hill 3SSB | Rock Hill, SC | 3 | Home2 Suites ($97) | ~$291 |
| | | 15 total | | ~$1,462 |
Estimates use lowest advertised rates. Tournament weekends may be higher. Always ask about team block rates (5+ rooms).
General Tips
- Book early — AAU tournament weekends fill hotels fast, especially in smaller cities like Cullman and North Augusta
- Ask for group/team block rates — most hotels offer 10-15% discounts for 5+ rooms
- Prioritize indoor pools — guaranteed fun for the girls regardless of weather
- Free hot breakfast — saves time and money on game days
- Kitchenettes — great for snacks, pre-game meals, and keeping the team fed on a budget
- Laundry facilities — important for multi-day tournaments; pack light and wash on-site
