Gulf Shores, AL

Travel Guide

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A misty sunrise over a calm lake with a wooden bridge and trees.
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A beach with sand dunes and grasses at sunset.
A waterfront with a dock, a building with a blue roof, and a reflection in the water.

Where to stay in Gulf Shores

Find the best Gulf Shores areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Gulf Highlands

While visiting Gulf Highlands, you might make a stop by sights like Fort Morgan Beach and Kiva Dunes Golf Course.

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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.

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Cabana Beach

When in Cabana Beach, you can plan a visit to Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge and Kiva Dunes Golf Course, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Plash Island

Though Plash Island might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf Shores Golf Club.

Morgantown

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.

Beachside Resort Hotel

Beachside Resort Hotel

2 out of 5
610 W Beach Blvd Gulf Shores AL
The price is AED 436 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
AED 436
AED 506 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,655 reviews)
"great location only feet away from the beach"

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

Beachside Resort Hotel
The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel

The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel

4 out of 5
21196 E. Beach Blvd Gulf Shores AL
The price is AED 1,010 per night from Jul 12 to Jul 13
AED 1,010
AED 1,172 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Gulf Shores. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"No one! Everyone is very friendly"

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel
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 321 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
AED 321
AED 372 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
7.4/10 Good! (115 reviews)
"This place is decent. Rooms are a little outdated. The pool is small...laundry room is in the back building as well as breakfast. The beds are not that great and breakfast is okay. Staff was very friendly"

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Gulf Shores
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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
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Gulf Shores. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Gulf Shores Beach and Waterville ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (855 reviews)
"This place was amazing. Each room is massive with a fully furnished kitchen and separate bedroom. The view of the beach was as good as it gets! Each time we go we will definitely be using them again!"

Reviewed on 26 June 2026

Phoenix All Suites West Hotel
The Cabins at Gulf State Park

The Cabins at Gulf State Park

3 out of 5
20111 State Park Road Gulf Shores AL
Book a stay at this business-friendly cabin in Gulf Shores. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free beach shuttle. Popular attractions Gulf Shores Beach and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (58 reviews)
"Great little extras."

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

The Cabins at Gulf State Park
Phoenix All Suites

Phoenix All Suites

3.5 out of 5
201 East Beach Blvd Gulf Shores AL
Book a stay at this 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! (551 reviews)
"Floor was sandy which made it difficult to keep sand out of the bed sheets, stayed 4 nights was only given 1 roll of toilet paper(asked for an extra on the 2nd morning never received) purchased our own, room was against the laundry room which was noisy all hours of the day/night, air vents in room ..."

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

Phoenix All Suites
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Stay near popular Gulf Shores attractions

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Gulf Shores Beach

9.4/10 (3,388 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.
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