Southern Alabama, AL

Travel Guide

Southern Alabama
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Mobile which includes heritage architecture
Mobile showing heritage architecture

Where to stay in Southern Alabama

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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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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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
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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.

Cabana Beach
Battleship Memorial Park

Riverfront Industrial Area

4.5/5(290 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Riverfront Industrial Area, Mobile Cruise Terminal and GulfQuest National Maritime Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Riverfront Industrial Area
Beachside Resort Hotel
Beachside Resort Hotel
2 out of 5
610 W Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, AL
The price is AED 372 per night from Mar 12 to Mar 13
AED 372
AED 432 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
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! (1,369 reviews)
"We've stayed here several times. The staff is very accommodating and friendly."

Reviewed on 8 March 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 559 per night from Mar 18 to Mar 19
AED 559
AED 705 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
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! (399 reviews)
"Beautiful and friendly place to stay"

Reviewed on 6 March 2025

The Admiral, Downtown Historic District
Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks
Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks
Dauphin Island
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Dauphin Island. Enjoy private pools, a beach locale, and balconies. Popular attractions Dauphin Island Public Beach ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (11 reviews)
work with a beautiful view
"This was the perfect property for our professional retreat! Excellent service."

Reviewed on 25 December 2024

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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. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (305 reviews)
Very Clean Good location
"Very clean with access to the beach and the local spots. Bunk beds are on the smaller side. Ok for smaller kids but would be a tight fit for teens. I would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 6 March 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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (595 reviews)
"Visited for a couple days. Really enjoyed the stay. Would stay again"

Reviewed on 7 March 2025

Phoenix All Suites West Hotel
Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks
Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks
Dauphin Island
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Dauphin Island. Enjoy private pools, a beach locale, and balconies. Popular attractions Dauphin Island Public Beach ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (11 reviews)
work with a beautiful view
"This was the perfect property for our professional retreat! Excellent service."

Reviewed on 25 December 2024

Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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)

You can learn about the local history of Fort Morgan during your trip to a top site like Fort Morgan. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Fort Morgan
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
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
USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park

USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park

4.5/5(310 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park during your trip to Mobile. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park
Alabama State University

Alabama State University

4.5/5(102 reviews)

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Alabama State University, during your trip to Montgomery. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment venues in this family-friendly area.

Alabama State University