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Beachfront Retreat • Huge Balcony • Gulf Views

Waterfront condo with an outdoor pool, steps from Gulf State Park

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Step into the luxury of Royal Palms condo and bask in direct Gulf views from the 3rd floor. Relax on your spacious balcony, equipped with sprawling patio furniture, an outdoor dining table to enjoy meals beachside, or take a stroll along a private boardwalk and beach. With resort amenities like an outdoor pool with Gulf views and indoor heated pool nearby.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 693 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beachfront Retreat • Huge Balcony • Gulf Views

Summary:

🌊 Enjoy sweeping Gulf views from our 3rd-floor Royal Palms retreat, where dolphins are often spotted right from the balcony. The spacious, covered balcony is perfect for morning coffee, ocean breezes, and relaxed seaside meals. With a private boardwalk to the beach and an easy walk along the sand to Sea-N-Suds and The Hangout, this is a peaceful beachfront stay with everything close by. 🌴



The Space:

Our beachfront condo at Royal Palms sits beside Gulf State Park, offering a quieter stretch of beach with wide-open Gulf views. The space includes 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, with a king bedroom featuring direct Gulf views and balcony access, a queen bedroom, and a queen sofa sleeper that also opens to the balcony, sleeping up to 6 guests comfortably. The real standout is the spacious balcony and peaceful setting — designed for slow mornings, uncrowded beach days, and evenings listening to the waves.



Things you will ❤️ about our condo:



🏖 Breathtaking Gulf views from a covered 3rd-floor balcony — no pool directly below, just dunes, sky, and water

🌅 Large, comfortable balcony seating perfect for coffee, dolphin watching, reading, or sunset drinks

🏝 Unobstructed views of the pier and natural dunes, with Royal Palms being the last building next to Gulf State Park

🍽 Outdoor dining table on the balcony for meals with a front-row seat to the Gulf

⛱ Private beach access with boardwalk, showers, and a shaded swing overlooking the water

👣 Ideal Gulf Shores location — about a 5-minute walk on the beach to Sea-N-Suds and an easy stroll to The Hangout and other favorites

🌊 Outdoor Gulf-front pool tucked beside the dunes for a quieter pool experience

🏊‍♀️ Indoor heated pool, hot tub, sauna, steam room, and fitness room for year-round relaxation

🛏 Comfortable beds and a clean, well-kept space — designed for rest after long beach days

🛗 Convenient 3rd-floor location close to elevators for easy arrival and beach trips

📺 Smart TVs in each room (use your own streaming accounts)

🚀 Reliable high-speed WiFi

🚿 Two full bathrooms (one walk-in shower, one tub/shower combo)

🍳 Fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances

☕️ Drip coffee maker to start your mornings right

🔥 Community grills available for easy, casual meals



Guest Access:

🚗 On-site parking in an attached garage at Royal Palms (covered and uncovered parking available)

🎟 One parking pass is included with your stay and will be ready in the condo upon arrival

➕ Additional parking passes available upon request; additional charges apply

🎶 Music Fest / Sand In My Boots: parking pass pricing is higher and additional charges apply

🛒 Luggage carts by the elevators make unloading simple

👣 One of the most walkable spots in Gulf Shores — stroll the beach or sidewalk to favorite restaurants, beach bars, and attractions



The Neighborhood:

📍 Prime East Beach Blvd location in the heart of Gulf Shores

🏖 Peaceful beachfront setting next to Gulf State Park

⛱ Private boardwalk to the beach with showers and a relaxing deck swing

🌊 Gulf-front outdoor pool plus a heated indoor pool

🏊‍♀️ Hot tub, sauna, steam room & fitness room

🔥 Community grills perfect for laid-back beach meals



Getting Around:

📍 One of the most walkable locations in Gulf Shores, putting restaurants, beach bars, and attractions within easy reach — so you can spend less time driving and more time enjoying your vacation.



Walkable favorites include:

👣 5-minute beach walk: Sea-N-Suds, Waffle House, New Orleans Original Snoballs

👣 15–20 minute beach walk: The Hangout, Pink Pony Pub, Shrimp Basket, Mikee’s, De Soto’s, Cricco’s, Papa Rocco’s, Sunliner Diner



🚗 Quick drives to top attractions:

🌳 Gulf State Park

💦 Waterville USA

🎡 The Park at OWA and other area highlights



📘 Be sure to check out our Guidebook for our favorite dining, entertainment, shopping, and sightseeing recommendations — and feel free to reach out if you need suggestions or have any questions.



Other Things to Note:

🏗 Occasional building maintenance may take place during your stay; we’ll always do our best to communicate in advance if any work could impact the condo, floor, or shared amenities

🚗 Parking passes must be displayed on your dashboard while parked in the garage

🛗 Convenient location near elevators and stairs for easy access



Interaction with Guests:

🔐 Easy self check-in with a smart lock and unique access code provided before arrival

🏖 Amenity access code provided for Royal Palms (codes change seasonally)

🚫 No front desk check-in and no wristbands required

⭐ We strive to provide a five-star guest experience — if anything falls short during your stay, please let us know so we can make it right

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Rules

Absolutely NO parties and NO pets. Please treat the condo and building as if it were your own home. Leave nothing but footprints at the beach. Mini...

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Located in Gulf Shores, this condo is on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out The Wharf, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. The Park at OWA and Shrimpy's Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Visit our Gulf Shores travel guide
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf State Park
    Gulf State Park
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Sunset on Orange Beach Alabama with people in hazy fog
    Orange Beach Beaches
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Gulf State Park Fishing Pier
    Gulf State Park Fishing Pier
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach showing a coastal town, general coastal views and a beach
    Gulf Shores Beach
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Hangout Music Fest
    19 min walk - 1.6 km

Restaurants

  • The Hangout
    3 min drive
  • The Catch
    2 min drive
  • Sunliner Diner
    2 min drive
  • Pink Pony Pub
    3 min drive
  • De Soto's Seafood Kitchen
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beachfront Luxury, Huge Balcony, Pools, Smart TVs have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Beachfront Luxury, Huge Balcony, Pools, Smart TVs pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beachfront Luxury, Huge Balcony, Pools, Smart TVs?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beachfront Luxury, Huge Balcony, Pools, Smart TVs?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beachfront Luxury, Huge Balcony, Pools, Smart TVs located?

Situated on the waterfront, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Gulf State Park and Gulf Shores Beach. Orange Beach Beaches and Gulf State Park Fishing Pier are also within 15 minutes.

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Beachfront Retreat • Huge Balcony • Gulf Views Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 87 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anna G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy B.

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

Nice Stay on the Beach

Nice location with beautiful view of the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine B.

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

Great family vacation spot

Amazing location and view of the gulf from a huge balcony! Exceptional communication from hosts. Would definitely stay at this property again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl N.

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

Great location

Clean great view great communication with host definitely plan on returning
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Melinda P.

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

Great location!

Fantastic location next to Gulf State Park. Easy beach chair rentals and not as crowded on beach. Condo is nice with what you need. Balcony is perfect but furniture out there desperately needs new pillows. “Luxury” is not the word I’d use for this property but perfectly nice and excellent location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shedrick K.

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

Excellent!

Excellent location and parking was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel A.

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

PERFECT SPOT!

We really enjoyed the condo location and grounds. Convenient check in and parking! Will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon H.

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

Great Stay

Overall great experience. Everything was clean and we loved that huge balcony with the patio set. Definitely would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angel B.

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

Perfect location

Great place for our family to stay while our older daughter played in a softball tournament. Condo was as described and the perfect location for us. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

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

Family Time

We had a wonderful time at this condo! It is in a great location with a large balcony. It was perfect for my family.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cari R.

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

Gulf Shores family vacay

We had a wonderful trip!! Watching dolphins from the balcony was the highlight of our trip!! Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

joe g.

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

perfect

our stay was perfect! best location in gulf shores. view of the beach was completely unobstructed and beautiful. being next to the state park provided solitude on the beach but great proximity to hiking and biking. we had very few needs, but Scott was readily available.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

Perfect Beach Getaway

The large balcony was absolutely perfect! We could’ve spent our entire time out there enjoying the views. The location of the condo was also perfect for avoiding the crowds of the larger condominiums and public beaches. We can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridgette L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

The beds were so very comfortable! I need to find out the mattress brand because I’d like to get them for my home! The beach is gorgeous. Unfortunately we didn’t have great weather when we were there, but we made the best of it and still enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney K.

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

Beach Vacation

Such an amazing time at Gulf Shores. This place is super convenient to the beach and to all the attractions. Very clean and lots of room. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie E.

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

Beautiful View

This property is a little slice of Heaven. The views are spectacular and the location is ideal. The area was not crowded and was peaceful at all times. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen P.

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

Royal Palms 305

This was our second stay at this condominium. It is in a great location, is clean and roomy. We loved the balcony overlooking the beach, the comfy bed, spacious bathrooms and the kitchen. We will stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay R.

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

Beautiful confo

This was the perfect get away for my 93 year old mom and myself. After losing my spouse on May 30, 2024, it was a wonderful place to reflect and heal. The balcony was our favorite place to relax and listen to the ocean. Thank you for a great vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clarence Te-Cye A.

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

Buc-ee’s trip

My brother in law and his wife have never been to a Buc-ee’s so we drove from Baton Rouge to Buc-ee’s and we booked a stay at the Royal Palms condos. The condo was as advertised and clean. I would book this condo again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal R.

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

Beach getaway

Condo was clean l, beds were comfy, and the balcony is everything. You can hear the sound of the waves from it and its such a relaxing hang out spot. Ease of walking onto the beach was great and the beach was never busy, which we prefer. My only criticism is the lack of beach gear. For those flying in, having chairs and beach towels would be great. The chairs for rent are expensive and it was more economical for us to buy chairs and towels at walmart and leave the chairs behind. This was by far our favorite beach vacation yet.
View from balcony
Pier view from balcony
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey W.

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

Great property

My family and I had a wonderful stay. The view is beautiful, and the extra amenities (pools mostly) made our stay extra special, especially for my boys. We loved that it is beside the state park, so the beach wasn't nearly as crowded as other condos we've stayed at. The beds were so comfortable too!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth R.

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

Winter break

Everything was great! Beds were great. Living room furniture need to be replace but did not matter most of the week except the day it rained.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha Z.

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

Beach Trip

This is my second time staying in this wonder place. It was clean and the host was a great communicator. I sure recommend this place for a family with children its family-friendly. I will sure come here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison S.

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

Great location

The condo is in a great location. Short walk to the Gulf State pier. The beach was not crowded considering it was Labor Day weekend. The condo is nice sized with everything we needed. The balcony was huge and nice to sit and enjoy the ocean. Overall it was a great stay and would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie K.

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

Great location and options for softball team families

We came to town for our daughter’s softball team’s tournament. Most families were able to stay at Royal Palms. Location was great as the beach wasn’t ever packed. The condo was clean and had everything we needed for our stay. I’d definitely book here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024