Gulf Shores is a coastal Alabama city on the Gulf of Mexico and is the state's southernmost city. It is 35 miles west of Pensacola, Florida and an ideal place to stay on the beach.
Gulf Shores is a coastal Alabama city on the Gulf of Mexico and is the state's southernmost city. It is 35 miles west of Pensacola, Florida and an ideal place to stay on the beach.
"The hotel was mostly good, but the front desk clerks were rude on the phone. One said the room type I wanted wasn't available, but I went online and saw that it was, and then he admitted I was right. We never got the towels and bedsheets for the sofa bed that we requested. We finally gave up on the clerk and a kind housekeeper gave us the items.2023-05-25"
"The room phone didn't work. The toilet constantly ran, and the seat was loose. I asked to have the issues fixed, but that didn't happen. The hotel staff was nice. Don't stay here.2021-07-01"
"The room was small, confined, and didn't smell clean. When we complained, we were upgraded to a nice room at no extra charge; this room type would have been out of our budget. The 1st room was reasonably priced, but you get what you pay for. Good breakfast.2019-04-19"
"The check-in clerk was eating when we arrived and didn't greet us pleasantly. We weren't happy about being charged a deposit. The bathroom light didn't work, so I had to shower in darkness. Explore other options.2023-02-06"
"We had a pleasant stay. The hotel room was clean. Ask for a room away from the stairs or back door, or you'll hear the door slamming all night.2021-03-17"
"The room was super clean, and the hotel staff was extremely friendly. The pool was perfect. We'll be back.2019-05-26"
"Good hotel. Book it.2019-04-02"
"The hotel room was nice, but the mattress wasn't that comfortable. The bathroom floor was sticky and turned our feet black. The staff was pleasant, and breakfast was good.2018-11-07"
"Good hotel, but the room had a slight odor.2019-04-14"
"Convenient location. The hotel was nice and clean. The pool was shaded in the afternoon, which was appreciated. Good breakfast and parking area.2015-08-03"
"A clean, modern hotel. I had an excellent, large room on the 3rd floor. The bed was comfortable. Highly recommend.2015-04-05"
Upscale, smoke-free, all-suite, extended-stay hotel
3 miles north of Gulf Shores Zoo
4 floors, 88 suites
Outdoor swimming pool open in summer Exercise room
Kitchen in every suite
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking
Pet friendly hotel
More > - allows pets up to 80 pounds, 2 pets per room - allows pets up to 80 pounds, 2 pets per room - $75 per stay pet fee up to 6 nights - $150 maximum per stay fee. - Sep 2018 < Less
"Nice-sized room with great amenities. The bed was comfortable, and I liked the division between the bedroom and living area to watch TV. The only drawback was a large stain in the bathtub. The motel was located behind a small shopping center, so the parking area was somewhat small.2021-12-21"
"Good hotel room, with nice landscaping and a pool. Good view. The parking lot was far away, though, so if you can't walk a mile or two, don't stay here.2021-02-18"
"Good experience overall. The hotel was clean. The front desk clerk wasn't at the desk when we arrived; we waited a while but could hear staff in back talking. Located on the beach with access to the beach. I recommend staying here.2021-07-26"
"Carpet smelled musty. Everything else was good.2015-01-21"
"Near the beach, but not on the beach. Excellent housekeeping; the entire hotel was meticulously clean, including the breakfast area. I was disappointed that the whirlpool wasn't working.2019-09-18"
"Safe location. The hotel was nice, and the employees were even nicer. Adequate breakfast and easy parking. Try it; you'll like it.2018-08-14"
"The hotel was convenient to everything. The room was clean, and the employees were friendly.2016-10-08"
"This wasn't our 1st stay at this hotel, and it won't be our last. The staff always treats us like family. Don't forget to try Cafe Beignets.2018-05-01"
Outdoor swimming pool open all year - exercise room
Microwave and refrigerator in every room
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking
Pet friendly hotel
More > - allows dogs and cats only, 2 pets per room - $125 pet fee if staying 5 nights or more - $75 pet fee if staying fewer than 5 nights. - Apr 2023 < Less
"Nice, clean hotel room. It was a little pricey for a business traveler, but just a half hour from the beach. My window had sheer curtains but no drapes, and the parking lot light shined in my window; the room was so bright I could almost read a book. Ask for a room on the west side of the building.2019-06-26"
"My hotel "suite" was just a basic room with a huge desk in the middle of it.2019-04-30"
"I had to change rooms because the door wouldn't open and the microwave didn't work.2019-05-13"
"The motel was close to the road, but I never heard a car. The pet friendly accommodations were excellent, and the room was clean. The employees were friendly. I'd definitely stay here again.2018-09-20"
"This was the worst motel ever. We were given a smoking room that reeked and was a total dump. We decided not to stay.2017-02-21"
Gulf Shores offers beachfront condos and hotels and some lodging near the beach. If you don't want to stay beach side, there are also hotels and motels along AL 59.
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