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Orange Beach Hotel Guide. Hotels in Cotton Bayou, Orange Beach, United States of America

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Our top choices for Cotton Bayou hotels

A beach resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

1. Holiday Inn Express Orange Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Orange Beach by IHG
2.5 star property
3.1 km from Cotton Bayou
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"We enjoyed the friendly staff, breakfast and the location."
United States
Melissa
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Orange Beach by IHG
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by a white railing and a view of the ocean.

2. Best Western Premier The Tides

Best Western Premier The Tides
3.0 star property
1 km from Cotton Bayou
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,465 reviews)
"Location convenient & breakfast was amazing"
United States
Monica
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Best Western Premier The Tides
A balcony with a view of a beach and ocean.

3. Sleep Inn Orange Beach

Sleep Inn Orange Beach
2.5 star property
1.9 km from Cotton Bayou
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,566 reviews)
"It was a good place to stay for a couple of days while traveling through Gulf Shores"
United States
Michael
The price is €121
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Sleep Inn Orange Beach
A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Orange Beach/Gulf Front

Hampton Inn & Suites Orange Beach/Gulf Front
2.5 star property
1.7 km from Cotton Bayou
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,477 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Wayne
The price is €141
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites Orange Beach/Gulf Front
A lobby with a reception desk, blue seating area, and a fireplace.

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Orange Beach

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Orange Beach
3.0 star property
1.9 km from Cotton Bayou
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (186 reviews)
"Private access to the beach (there is a gate across the street), clean hotel, and nice staff."
United States
Megan
The price is €125
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Orange Beach
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, wicker furniture, and a view of the city skyline.

6. Springhill Suites By Marriott Orange Beach Gulf Shores

Springhill Suites By Marriott Orange Beach Gulf Shores
3.0 star property
3.7 km from Cotton Bayou
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (246 reviews)
"Really nice place to stay"
United States
Regina
The price is €142
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Springhill Suites By Marriott Orange Beach Gulf Shores
A marina with boats docked, a bridge in the background, and a building with a flat roof.

7. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Orange Beach

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Orange Beach
3.0 star property
The Wharf, 5.6 km from Cotton Bayou
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location next to The Wharf. Lots of restaurants within a short walk"
United States
Michael
The price is €129
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Orange Beach
A spacious room with large windows, a pool view, and modern furniture.

8. Island House Hotel Orange Beach - a DoubleTree by Hilton

Island House Hotel Orange Beach - a DoubleTree by Hilton
4.0 star property
0.9 km from Cotton Bayou
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"Clean room, great and friendly staff, short walk to the beach, Starbucks, breakfast, lunch, dinner and a bar in the hotel."
United States
Linda
The price is €167
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Island House Hotel Orange Beach - a DoubleTree by Hilton
A spacious lobby with a wooden ceiling, a reception desk, seating area, and large potted plants.

9. Hotel Indigo Orange Beach - Gulf Shores by IHG

Hotel Indigo Orange Beach - Gulf Shores by IHG
3.5 star property
6.1 km from Cotton Bayou
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice hotel. Great location."
United States
Lawanda
The price is €121
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Hotel Indigo Orange Beach - Gulf Shores by IHG
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a telephone, and a television.

10. Comfort Inn & Suites Gulf Shores East Beach near Gulf State Park

Comfort Inn & Suites Gulf Shores East Beach near Gulf State Park
2.5 star property
10 km from Cotton Bayou
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Great view & staff"
United States
roger
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Comfort Inn & Suites Gulf Shores East Beach near Gulf State Park
A balcony with a view of the beach and ocean.

11. Hilton Garden Inn Orange Beach Beachfront

Hilton Garden Inn Orange Beach Beachfront
3.0 star property
5.8 km from Cotton Bayou
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,885 reviews)
"Affordable and friendly place to stay with family and pets recommend to anyone"
United States
Jonathan
The price is €116
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hilton Garden Inn Orange Beach Beachfront
A room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the beach and ocean.

12. Perdido Beach Resort

Perdido Beach Resort
3.5 star property
1.5 km from Cotton Bayou
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,791 reviews)
"Everything was great!"
United States
John
The price is €229
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Perdido Beach Resort
A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large glass door entrance.

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG
2.5 star property
11 km from Cotton Bayou
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"Great short stay!"
United States
Oxana
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG
A swimming pool with a water feature, surrounded by a brick building and a tiled wall.

14. Hampton Inn Gulf Shores

Hampton Inn Gulf Shores
2.5 star property
10.9 km from Cotton Bayou
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay."
United States
James
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Hampton Inn Gulf Shores
A wooden deck bar with seating, a bar counter, and a television screen.

15. The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel

The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel
4.0 star property
9.1 km from Cotton Bayou
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,074 reviews)
"As great place to stay and will go back in the future."
United States
Kelly
The price is €133
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel
A modern hotel lobby with a dining area, seating arrangements, and a bar.

16. Courtyard by Marriott Gulf Shores Craft Farms

Courtyard by Marriott Gulf Shores Craft Farms
3.0 star property
10.5 km from Cotton Bayou
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Friendly staff and clean property"
United States
Deborah
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Courtyard by Marriott Gulf Shores Craft Farms
A reception area with a counter, a desk, and a chair. There are signs on the wall and a window with curtains.

17. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Gulf Shores

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Gulf Shores
2.5 star property
10.4 km from Cotton Bayou
7.2 out of 10, Good, (268 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay with a clean hotel"
United States
Samuel
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Gulf Shores
A spacious lobby with a large arched window, a reception desk, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a kitchen area in the background.

18. Quality Inn Gulf Shores Airport

Quality Inn Gulf Shores Airport
2.5 star property
11.2 km from Cotton Bayou
6.8 out of 10, (963 reviews)
"nice hotel to stay on a budget that’s close to the public beaches"
United States
Lydia
The price is €54
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Quality Inn Gulf Shores Airport
A building with a sign reading "610 West Beach Blvd." and a covered area with bicycles parked.

19. Beachside Resort Hotel

Beachside Resort Hotel
2.0 star property
12.4 km from Cotton Bayou
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,792 reviews)
"Decent rooms, reasonably priced, Great Pool area!"
United States
Mark
The price is €67
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Beachside Resort Hotel
A modern living room with a grey sofa, wooden staircase, and a TV mounted on the wall.

20. Mariner Lakes Condos

Mariner Lakes Condos
4.0 star property
2.3 km from Cotton Bayou
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Nice location"
United States
Jonathan
The price is €520
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Mariner Lakes Condos
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Where to stay in Cotton Bayou

Find the best Cotton Bayou areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal city with a marina, a bridge, and a beach.

Orange Beach East

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

A marina sign with 'The Wharf Marina' and 'Marina Office' information.

The Wharf

If you're spending some time in The Wharf, The Wharf and The Wharf Amphitheater are top sights worth seeing.

Top Cotton Bayou Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Great hotel very affordable compared to condos in the area."
Kevin 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG

Frequently asked questions

What is Cotton Bayou like?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Orange Beach's Cotton Bayou neighbourhood has to offer.
How many hotels will I find in the Cotton Bayou area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Orange Beach, choose from one of Expedia's 16 hotels and other accommodation options in Cotton Bayou.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Cotton Bayou, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals in Cotton Bayou.
What are the top things to see and do in Cotton Bayou?
A few places to visit in the area around Cotton Bayou include Catman Road Trailhead, Orange Beach Indian and Sea Museum and Rattlesnake Ridge Trailhead. While you're out sightseeing, Cotton Bayou Trailhead and Cotton Bayou Public Beach Access are a couple of additional sights to visit in Orange Beach.