Southwest Alabama, AL

Travel Guide

Bragg-Mitchell Mansion which includes a house and a garden
Lake Charles showing a church or cathedral and heritage architecture
Bragg-Mitchell Mansion showing a house and a garden
Battleship Memorial Park
Gulf State Park showing views and modern architecture

Where to stay in Southwest Alabama

On a small walk way, at Alabama state beach park. Located in gulf shores, Alabama. Great location to get away from the crowds and catch some massive waves. #localsecrets

Orange Beach East

4.5/5(31 area reviews)

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

Orange Beach East
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Surf Side Shores

While Surf Side Shores isn't home to many top sights, Kiva Dunes Golf Course and Fort Morgan Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Surf Side Shores
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Morgantown

5/5(1 area review)

While Morgantown might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kiva Dunes Golf Course and Fort Morgan Beach.

Morgantown
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Cotton Bayou

While Cotton Bayou isn't home to many top sights, Orange Beach Indian and Sea Museum and Orange Beach Beaches are some notable places to visit nearby.

Cotton Bayou
Mobile which includes heritage architecture

Mobile Central Business District

4.5/5(37 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Mobile Central Business District, Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception and Saenger Theatre Mobile are top sights worth seeing.

Mobile Central Business District
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Brigadoon Trail

While Brigadoon Trail isn't home to many top sights, West Beach and Gulf Shores Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Brigadoon Trail
Beachside Resort Hotel
Beachside Resort Hotel
2 out of 5
610 W Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, AL
The price is AED 475 per night from May 26 to May 27
AED 475
AED 551 total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
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. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,431 reviews)
"Been traveling for over two weeks this is third stop and the best so far to me and my family good job"

Reviewed on 20 May 2025

Beachside Resort Hotel
The Admiral, Downtown Historic District
The Admiral, Downtown Historic District
4 out of 5
251 Government Street, Mobile, AL
The price is AED 426 per night from May 29 to May 30
AED 426
AED 549 total
includes taxes & fees
29 May - 30 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Mobile. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (584 reviews)
Best in Mobile
"Great weekend for an event. Ate there 2 times. Everything was amazing."

Reviewed on 19 May 2025

The Admiral, Downtown Historic District
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Gulf Shores
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Gulf Shores
2.5 out of 5
3600 Gulf Shores Parkway, Gulf Shores, AL
The price is AED 340 per night from May 27 to May 28
AED 340
AED 395 total
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gulf Shores. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,114 reviews)
"They were very accommodating but the building and bathrooms in the room could use a little TLC"

Reviewed on 20 May 2025

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Gulf Shores
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Sugar Beach Condominiums
Sugar Beach Condominiums
2 out of 5
23044 Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach, AL
Book a stay at this beach condo in Orange Beach. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a beach locale, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Gulf Shores Beach and Orange ...
7.4/10 Good! (55 reviews)
Great stay
"Its an amazing place to stay at. Walking distance to the beach. The only thing is that checking in is so late(4pm)and checking out is so early(10am). Then they're knocking at the door at 9:45am. Thats the only things I dislike. Overall it's a nice place to stay at."

Reviewed on 19 May 2025

Sugar Beach Condominiums
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! (423 reviews)
"The view of the beach was amazing and access was so easy"

Reviewed on 14 May 2025

Phoenix All Suites
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! (691 reviews)
"Very nice place. Love beach access. Great parking"

Reviewed on 12 May 2025

Phoenix All Suites West Hotel
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Popular places to visit

Gulf Shores Beach showing a coastal town, general coastal views and a beach

Gulf Shores Beach

4.5/5(1,223 reviews)

Nothing says vacation 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

4/5(220 reviews)

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

Fort Morgan
Gulf State Park showing modern architecture

Gulf State Park

4.5/5(548 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors with a trip to Gulf State Park, a popular green space in Gulf Shores. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

Gulf State Park
The Wharf

The Wharf

4.5/5(651 reviews)

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
The Park at OWA featuring a lake or waterhole and landscape views

The Park at OWA

4/5(81 reviews)

Bring the family to The Park at OWA and have a fun-filled day at this amusement park in Foley. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

The Park at OWA
Adventure Island

Orange Beach Beaches

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Orange Beach Beaches during your trip to Orange Beach? Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Orange Beach Beaches