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At Colony Club Condo | Free Zoo Ticket Next Door, you can look forward to a water park, laundry facilities and a gym. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Colony Club Condo | Free Zoo Ticket Next Door

  • Summary:
    Every day of your stay comes with a free ticket to each top local activity, like the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo right next door and a dolphin cruise. Home base is Coastal Retreat, a ground-floor 3-bedroom, 2-bath condo in Gulf Shores' Colony Club, with a pool, hot tub, tennis, pickleball and a fitness centre. Sleeps 6.

    The Space:
    OVERVIEW
    Welcome to Coastal Retreat, a ground-floor condo in the Colony Club of Gulf Shores, with no stairs to climb. The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo is right next door, and in the morning you can hear the lions. Start your day with a walk around the grounds, spend the afternoon at the pool and hot tub, play a round of tennis or pickleball, and fire up the community grill for dinner. The beach is about 15 minutes away, and OWA and the Foley outlets are about 10. One free ticket per activity, every day of your stay, for the zoo next door, a dolphin cruise and more. Use them all today and again tomorrow.

    THE SPACE
    Living room: Plush couch, two armchairs and a smart TV.
    Kitchen: White cabinets, stainless steel appliances, drip coffee maker and Keurig.
    Dining: Table for 6.
    Patio: Private covered patio with a table for two and extra seating.

    BEDROOMS & BATHS (sleeps 6, about 1,285 sq ft)
    Bedroom 1: Queen bed, smart TV, patio access
    Bedroom 2: Full bed, smart TV
    Bedroom 3: Queen bed, smart TV, private bath with walk-in shower
    Bathroom 2: Shower/tub combo

    COMMUNITY PERKS
    Outdoor pool and hot tub
    Tennis and pickleball courts
    Fitness centre
    Grills
    Boat and caravan storage

    PRIME LOCATION
    Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo: right next door
    OWA Theme Park and Tanger Outlets, Foley: about 10 min drive
    Waterville USA: about 10 min
    Gulf Shores public beach and The Hangout: about 15 min (5 miles)
    Gulf State Park: about 15 min
    The Wharf, Orange Beach: about 20 min

    AMENITIES
    Washing machine and dryer
    Wi-Fi
    Smart TVs in the living room and every bedroom
    Lot parking for 2 vehicles

    A FREE ACTIVITY TICKET EVERY DAY
    For each day of your stay, you get one free ticket to each activity below, plus discounts on other local favourites. Choose from:
    Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo tickets (right next door)
    Dolphin cruise on the Southern Rose, 1.5 to 2 hours (our guests' favourite last year)
    Golf: a free round at Gulf Shores Golf Club, Lost Key or Soldier's Creek, perfect for fall and winter stays
    Parasailing from Bahama Bob's, the Pink Pony Pub or Blue Sky
    Offshore fishing on Zeke's Lady party boat
    OWA theme park tickets
    Sunset cruise with Cruisin' Tikis
    Beachside Mini Golf
    How it works: each free ticket covers one guest, and anyone else joining pays the regular price. Unused tickets expire at the end of each day. Activities depend on season and availability. Not available for stays of 28 nights or longer. These are activity tickets, not a credit or cash value.

    THINGS TO NOTE
    Parking passes: Colony Club requires every renter to check in at the clubhouse within 24 hours of arriving to get a parking pass for each vehicle. Passes are $25 each and last your whole stay.
    Clubhouse hours: Monday 9 am to 5 pm, Wednesday 9 am to 5 pm, Friday 9 am to noon, Saturday 9 am to 5 pm. If it's closed when you arrive, just go at the next open time.
    Wristbands: 6 wristbands for the pool and fitness centre are in the condo. Each lost or damaged band is $35.
    Ground floor, no stairs.
    Beach: about 5 miles away, so plan to drive.
    No pets, no smoking.
    You must be 25 or older to book.

    WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT
    Ground floor, no stairs.
    Pool, hot tub, tennis and a gym right outside.
    A free zoo ticket, with the zoo right next door. You can hear the lions in the morning.

    BOOK YOUR STAY
    Reserve Coastal Retreat, grab your free zoo ticket, and enjoy resort-style Colony Club living.

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About the area

Located in Gulf Shores, this apartment is near a water park. While the natural beauty of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore The Wharf. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Foley Sportsplex or Orange Beach Tennis Center. Visit our Gulf Shores travel guide
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • A sign reading "Clyde Shores" with palm trees and a beach in the background.
    Gulf Shores Beach
    8 min drive - 10.3 km
  • A theme park with roller coasters, a carousel, and a clear blue sky.
    Tropic Falls at OWA
    9 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Two banners hanging from a pole, one reads "The Wharf Orange Beach" and the other "The Wharf".
    The Wharf
    9 min drive - 13.0 km
  • A museum with a large aircraft suspended from the ceiling, a '68' sign, and exhibits related to space exploration.
    Pensacola Naval Air Station
    40 min drive - 60.3 km
  • Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo
    14 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    6 min drive

Restaurants

  • Circle K
    6 min drive
  • McDonald's
    6 min drive
  • Lulu's Gulf Shores
    5 min drive
  • Billy's Gourmet Hot Dogs
    8 min drive
  • The Galley
    7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Colony Club Condo | Free Zoo Ticket Next Door have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Colony Club Condo | Free Zoo Ticket Next Door pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Colony Club Condo | Free Zoo Ticket Next Door?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Colony Club Condo | Free Zoo Ticket Next Door?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Colony Club Condo | Free Zoo Ticket Next Door?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Colony Club Condo | Free Zoo Ticket Next Door located?

Situated in Gulf Shores, this apartment building is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo and within 3 miles (5 km) of Craft Farms Golf Club and Pirate's Island Adventure Golf. The Track Family Recreation Center and Portage Creek are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

Colony Club Condo | Free Zoo Ticket Next Door Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay! The location was very close for the ball tournament and activities were close by. The property itself everything we needed. We would defiantly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, very clean, quiet, but within 10 min of anything you’d want to do. HIGHLY RECOMMEND
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very pleased with our stay! My only complaint was the mattress was extremely uncomfortable to us but we reached out and they sent us two mattress covers which def helped!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A week of Softball and Family fun

We had a wonderful stay! The condo was spotless, beautifully decorated, and very spacious—plenty of room to relax and enjoy. The A/C and all the appliances worked perfectly, which made everything easy and comfortable. The location was ideal—conveniently situated between the beach and the Foley softball fields.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed this property. Great location if you don't need to be on the beach. Unit seemed older, but has been updated nicely. My only complaints are that the parking lot needs to be resurfaced, and the gate wasn't working.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So much space!

This condo has everything you could need for a beach trip. An outdoor storage space with beach toys, a wagon, boogie boards, and more. Plenty of closet space, a fully furnished kitchen, cozy decorations, etc. The pool is large with comfortable lounge chairs. Will plan to return to the Colony Club again in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025