Alabama Gulf Coast

Travel Guide

Alabama Gulf Coast
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Where to stay in Alabama Gulf Coast

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Orange Beach East

While visiting Orange Beach East, you might make a stop by sights like Ono Island and Orange Beach Beaches.

Orange Beach East
Mobile which includes heritage architecture

Mobile Central Business District

While visiting Mobile Central Business District, you might make a stop by sights like Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception and Cathedral Square.

Mobile Central Business District
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Surf Side Shores

When in Surf Side Shores, you can plan a visit to Kiva Dunes Golf Course and Fort Morgan Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Surf Side Shores
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Morgantown

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Morgantown and surrounding area, you can visit Kiva Dunes Golf Course and Fort Morgan Beach.

Morgantown
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Cotton Bayou

While there might not be top attractions in Cotton Bayou, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Orange Beach Beaches and Adventure Island.

Cotton Bayou
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Cabana Beach

Cabana Beach might not have many top sights, but Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge and Kiva Dunes Golf Course are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Cabana Beach
Beachside Resort Hotel

Beachside Resort Hotel

2 out of 5
610 W Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, AL
Stay at this hotel in Gulf Shores. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,511 reviews)
"The beds were comfy. My son thought it was nest having the pool on the third floor."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

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Beachside Resort Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn Orange Beach Beachfront

Hilton Garden Inn Orange Beach Beachfront

3 out of 5
23092 Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach, AL
The price is €126 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
€126
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Orange Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,136 reviews)
Amazing stay
"Stayed here with my family it was amazing this will be our new spot every single thing was amazing and the view was spectacular can’t complain about anything at all"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Orange Beach Beachfront
Sleep Inn On The Beach

Sleep Inn On The Beach

2.5 out of 5
25400 Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach, AL
The price is €128 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€128
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Orange Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,139 reviews)
"This property is very well kept and clean. Had a beach view room and enjoyed every minute, view was perfect and balcony was just right for my wife and I. All staff we came in contact with were exceptional. We give this property a 10 out of 10. Free parking for guests, unlike some others in the area ..."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Sleep Inn On The Beach
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Phoenix All Suites West Hotel

Phoenix All Suites West Hotel

3.5 out of 5
533 W. Beach Blvd., Gulf Shores, AL
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Gulf Shores. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (771 reviews)
Mostly great stay
"We loved the kitchen, all the space, the wonderful view from the balcony, nice shower pressure, and how close it was to the beach. It's definitely getting run down with chunks of tile broken off the bathroom wall and a big chipped spot in the tub. The sofa bed also was uncomfortable and very loud ..."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Phoenix All Suites West Hotel
Phoenix All Suites

Phoenix All Suites

3.5 out of 5
201 East Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, AL
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Gulf Shores. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (479 reviews)
"Very close to all the restaurants."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Phoenix All Suites
Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks

Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks

Dauphin Island
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Dauphin Island. Enjoy private pools, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions West End Beach and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews)
We are staying again!
"Nice house. We love the bay side. The pool was fabulous. The back deck is nicely fenced for kids and dogs. The kitchen had everything we needed. Note that previous comments mentioned no coffee filters…we left a bunch. The only seasonings in the home were salt and pepper. We brought ALL of our own. ..."

Reviewed on 24 May 2025

Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks
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Popular places to visit

Gulf Shores Beach

Gulf Shores Beach

Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Gulf Shores Beach, a popular beach in Gulf Shores. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this relaxing area.

Gulf Shores Beach
Fort Morgan

Fort Morgan

Learn about the local history of Fort Morgan with a stop at Fort Morgan. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Fort Morgan
Gulf State Park showing modern architecture

Gulf State Park

Stretch out on long white-sand beaches at this oceanfront state park. Drive up your heart rate with extreme activities, such as zip lining and parasailing.

Gulf State Park
The Park at OWA

The Park at OWA

Bring the family to The Park at OWA and enjoy this exciting theme park in Foley. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

The Park at OWA
The Wharf

The Wharf

Explore the waterfront in Orange Beach with a trip to The Wharf. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

The Wharf
USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park

USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park

Board a legendary World War II vessel and inspect authentic fighter planes in a park dedicated to military craft of every shape and size.

USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park

Things to do

Orange Beach: Dolphin-Watching Eco-Boat Tour

Orange Beach: Dolphin-Watching Eco-Boat Tour

€30
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Orange Beach: Dolphin-Watching Eco-Boat Tour
Orange Beach 90-Minute Sunset Cruise on a Tiki Bar

Orange Beach 90-Minute Sunset Cruise on a Tiki Bar

€67
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Orange Beach 90-Minute Sunset Cruise on a Tiki Bar
The Explorer at Sunset

Dolphin and Nature Sunset Cruise from Orange Beach

€43
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Dolphin and Nature Sunset Cruise from Orange Beach
Orange Beach Dolphin Eco Boat Tour

Orange Beach Dolphin Eco Boat Tour

€27
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Orange Beach Dolphin Eco Boat Tour
Orange Beach: Sunset Sailing Cruise

Orange Beach: Sunset Sailing Cruise Aboard The Cetacean

€71
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Orange Beach: Sunset Sailing Cruise Aboard The Cetacean
Orange Beach 1.5-Hour Bay Cruise

Orange Beach 1.5-Hour Bay Cruise

€62
per adult
Orange Beach 1.5-Hour Bay Cruise
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Orange Beach

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Pensacola