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A spacious lobby with a wooden ceiling, a reception desk, seating area, and large potted plants.

A spacious lobby with a wooden floor, large windows, and a mix of seating arrangements including sofas and chairs.

A wooden boardwalk leading to a sandy beach with the ocean in the background.

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

1. Hotel Indigo Orange Beach - Gulf Shores by IHG

2.8 km from Shelby Lake

chan seng

AED 419

AED 486 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a telephone, and a television.

A modern kitchen with a long counter, equipped with various appliances and a refrigerator.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a TV, a desk, and a floor lamp.

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

1.6 km from Shelby Lake

mike

AED 368

AED 427 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A wooden deck bar with seating, a bar counter, and a television screen.

A resort with a central pool, sun loungers, and a beach area.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a variety of seating arrangements.

An outdoor bar area with a fire feature, seating, and a view of the building.

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

1.1 km from Shelby Lake

Kelly

AED 479

AED 556 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by a modern building with balconies.

A bar area with a long counter, wicker bar stools, and a view of the interior through large windows.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, modern pendant lighting, and a variety of seating options including tables and chairs.

A modern lounge area with sofas, round tables, and a long bench.

4. Embassy Suites By Hilton Gulf Shores Beach Resort

3 km from Shelby Lake

Tonya

AED 496

AED 746 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A swimming pool with a water feature, surrounded by a brick building and a tiled wall.

A hotel conference room with a long table, multiple chairs, a chandelier, and a large window with curtains.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a television, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight equipment.

5. Hampton Inn Gulf Shores

2.6 km from Shelby Lake

James

AED 387

AED 449 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large glass door entrance.

A hotel with a parking lot, multiple floors, and a swimming pool.

A hotel room with a sofa, a wooden table, a bed, a nightstand, and a window with a view.

A hotel room with a bed, a gray sofa, a wooden side table, and a lamp.

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG

2.7 km from Shelby Lake

Kevin

AED 349

AED 405 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A balcony with a view of a beach, featuring a white railing and a single white chair.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a balcony with a view.

A reception area with a counter, seating, and artwork on the wall.

A hotel with a pool area featuring multiple swimming pools, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

7. Best Western On The Beach

2.4 km from Shelby Lake

Tamara

AED 420

AED 487 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A beach with white sand, clear blue water, and umbrellas.

A balcony with a view of a beach and ocean.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign for the Phoenix Hotel.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs, a hot tub, and a view of the beach.

8. Phoenix All Suites

2.7 km from Shelby Lake

Shelley

AED 452

AED 588 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with sand dunes and a clear blue sky.

A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach area with a sign indicating beach access.

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach and a multi-story building.

A pool with lounge chairs, a view of the beach, and a building with a balcony.

9. Romar Beach 203

3.2 km from Shelby Lake

Amy

AED 317

AED 1,804 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A balcony with a view of the beach and ocean.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a coffee bar.

A pool area with lounge chairs, a wooden deck, and a building with balconies.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by multi-story buildings with balconies.

10. Hilton Garden Inn Orange Beach Beachfront

3.2 km from Shelby Lake

Jonathan

AED 403

AED 467 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a large island with bar stools, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden ceiling.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden dining table, and a hanging light fixture.

A spacious living room with a large flat-screen TV, a sofa set, a coffee table, and a decorative cabinet.

A wooden deck with a white railing, a table, and a chair.

11. Luxury 4BR | Across street from beach | New Hot Tub!

3 km from Shelby Lake

Jena

AED 655

AED 2,485 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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.

A spacious room with a high ceiling, a large fan, a desk with a computer, and a bicycle mounted on the wall.

A hotel with a large parking lot, a sign indicating 'NOW OPEN', and a view of a city skyline in the background.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a metal ladder, and a bench.

12. Quality Inn Gulf Shores Airport

2.7 km from Shelby Lake

Lydia

AED 185

AED 214 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A beachside resort with multiple swimming pools, lounge chairs, and a gazebo.

A beachfront hotel with multiple-story buildings, a swimming pool, and a beach view.

A sandy beach path leading to the ocean, with a flag and a sign indicating beach rules.

A boardwalk leading to the beach with a 'NO DOGS ALLOWED ON BEACH' sign.

13. Sugar Beach 313

3.1 km from Shelby Lake

Jenny

AED 284

AED 1,732 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A balcony with white rocking chairs and a view of the sea.

A beachfront hotel with multiple floors, a sandy beach in front, and a clear sky.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a granite countertop, a microwave, and a large island with bar stools.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a pavilion, surrounded by buildings.

14. Sugar Beach153- 4 Pools Two Bedrooms 2 Baths Beach-side

3 km from Shelby Lake

Kimberly

AED 654

AED 1,588 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A balcony with a view of the beach, featuring a table and chairs.

A modern kitchen with a granite countertop, white cabinetry, a built-in oven, and a microwave.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

A beach with a large hotel and a pier in the background.

15. Island Shores

2.1 km from Shelby Lake

"The condo provided was fantastic! It was clean and in great condition, almost everything worked very well (one of the TV remotes didn't work, but it was a non-issue since we didn't care to watch TV there), and the view of the beach was amazing! It's in a very pedestrian friendly area, too. The staff were also very polite and professional. We were able to receive and return our key without any issues. I can definitely picture coming back here again next year!"

Casey

AED 617

AED 2,112 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a ceiling fan, a painting of a pier, and a window with patterned curtains.

A laundry room with a front-loading washer and dryer, a small shelf with cleaning supplies, and a wall-mounted cabinet above the dryer.

A pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a sign indicating pool rules.

16. Gulf View 8

2.3 km from Shelby Lake

AED 395

AED 1,796 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a dining area with a wooden table, and a view of the ocean through large windows.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island with bar stools, and a view of the ocean through a window.

A hotel with a swimming pool, multiple balconies, and palm trees.

A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a clear sky.

17. Grand Beach Resort Condos

1.5 km from Shelby Lake

AED 329

AED 3,816 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A spacious kitchen with a central island, wooden flooring, and a ceiling fan.

A spacious living room with a wooden floor, two beige sofas, a coffee table, and a ceiling fan.

A sandy beach path leading to the ocean with umbrellas and beach chairs.

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, a glass door leading to a covered area, and a view of neighboring buildings.

18. Bottlenose Beach House

1.7 km from Shelby Lake

Jennifer

AED 419

AED 2,211 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a built-in oven.

A balcony with a wooden table and two chairs, overlooking a building with orange shutters.

A dining area with a wooden table set for four, a vase with flowers, and two paintings on the wall.

A modern kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinets, and a large island.

19. Drift Away

1.8 km from Shelby Lake

Tara

AED 562

AED 2,377 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a gray sofa.

A hotel pool area with multiple levels of balconies, lounge chairs, and a clear blue pool.

A hallway with a console table, decorative starfish wall art, a lamp, and a vase with flowers.

A balcony with two green Adirondack chairs and a small table, overlooking a beach and a distant building.

20. Grand Beach Resort 105

1.5 km from Shelby Lake

Ryan

AED 397

AED 2,058 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Shelby Lake

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Indigo Orange Beach - Gulf Shores by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Gulf Shores East Beach near Gulf State Park	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 1,079 reviews	View
Embassy Suites By Hilton Gulf Shores Beach Resort	9.2 Wonderful 643 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Gulf Shores	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View

Top Shelby Lake Hotel Reviews

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

8/10 Good

"property was easy to get to, easy to check in/out. Spacious rooms."

DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH~1 BD+Bunk Room~Book 7 or more nights for a 10% discount~

10/10 Excellent

"All I can say is perfect spot all the way around. Clean, decor was great, and what a view of the sunrise from the master bed and balcony. Couldn’t have asked for a better spot for our first trip to Gulf Shores. Checkin and out was a breeze. The amenities were great, especially having the ice machine on site. The host was very communicative and we were able to stay an additional night with zero headache. I will be sure to book this same condo in the future."

Lighthouse 603, Owner Managed. Beautiful Beachfront Condo

10/10 Excellent

"We had a great trip!!"

Time to get… 🎶 Knee deep in the water somewhere! 🎶 on island time!

8/10 Good

"Great room and space for the price. Parking wasn’t the easiest to navigate, nor was the price listed in the description, but it working out. Great beach view and walk to the beach without having to cross any streets. Central location to everything."

The Whaler Condos

10/10 Excellent

"Todo muy excelente muy bonito lo recomiendo"

CUTE DUPLEX IN THE HEART OF GULF SHORES | SLEEPS 16

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect Location. Short walk to beach, able to walk to the Hangout and surf shops! The Duplex was very cute and space was good! Just one bathroom in each duplex. So you may want to think about shower and bathroom times. But we had a great stay! We did call for maintenance on carport light and fridge light. Was fixed quickly and set of sheets brought in timely manor for pull out sofa!! Thank Beach Ball for having us! Till next time"

Other attractions near Shelby Lake

A wooden boardwalk leading to Gulf State Park Pier with a signboard.

Gulf State Park Fishing Pier

9.0/10 (505 reviews)

After visiting Gulf State Park Fishing Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Gulf Shores. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its great live music.

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A water park with a multi-lane water slide and a tall observation tower.

Waterville USA

8.6/10 (223 reviews)

Have a fun-filled day with the family at Waterville USA as part of your trip to Gulf Shores. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

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Gulf Adventure Center at Gulf State Park

9.0/10 (4 reviews)

You can take time to visit Gulf Adventure Center at Gulf State Park during your travels to Gulf Shores. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Middle Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Middle Lake during your travels in Orange Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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Wade Ward Nature Park

You can take time to visit Wade Ward Nature Park during your travels to Gulf Shores. Discover the seafood restaurants and great live music in this relaxing area.

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Gulf State Park Nature Center

Gulf State Park Nature Center is just one of the places to see in Orange Beach, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

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Zooland Mini Golf

8.6/10 (12 reviews)

You can take time to visit Zooland Mini Golf during your travels to Gulf Shores. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its great live music.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Shelby Lake?

Shelby Lake is located in Gulf Shores. Travelers love the area for its top seafood restaurants, sporting events, and great live music scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 59 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Shelby Lake?

The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this resort offers 2 outdoor pools and 6 restaurants. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Shelby Lake. Another good choice is Comfort Inn & Suites Gulf Shores East Beach near Gulf State Park, located just 1 mi (1.6 km) away.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Shelby Lake?

Expedia has 59 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Shelby Lake.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Shelby Lake, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Shelby Lake.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Shelby Lake?

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What can I see and do near Shelby Lake?

You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Orange Beach Sportsplex and Dog Park at Lake Shelby. Dip your toes in the water at Gulf Shores Beach, Romar Beach, and Orange Beach Beaches. Waterville USA, Zooland Mini Golf, and The Track Family Recreation Center are some favorites close by Shelby Lake.

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Our top choices for Shelby Lake hotels

1. Hotel Indigo Orange Beach - Gulf Shores by IHG

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

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

4. Embassy Suites By Hilton Gulf Shores Beach Resort

5. Hampton Inn Gulf Shores

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG

7. Best Western On The Beach

8. Phoenix All Suites

9. Romar Beach 203

10. Hilton Garden Inn Orange Beach Beachfront

11. Luxury 4BR | Across street from beach | New Hot Tub!

12. Quality Inn Gulf Shores Airport

13. Sugar Beach 313

14. Sugar Beach153- 4 Pools Two Bedrooms 2 Baths Beach-side

15. Island Shores

16. Gulf View 8

17. Grand Beach Resort Condos

18. Bottlenose Beach House

19. Drift Away

20. Grand Beach Resort 105

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Top Shelby Lake Hotel Reviews

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

DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH~1 BD+Bunk Room~Book 7 or more nights for a 10% discount~

Lighthouse 603, Owner Managed. Beautiful Beachfront Condo

Time to get… 🎶 Knee deep in the water somewhere! 🎶 on island time!

The Whaler Condos

CUTE DUPLEX IN THE HEART OF GULF SHORES | SLEEPS 16

Other attractions near Shelby Lake

Gulf State Park Fishing Pier

Waterville USA

Gulf Adventure Center at Gulf State Park

Middle Lake

Wade Ward Nature Park

Gulf State Park Nature Center

Zooland Mini Golf

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