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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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
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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
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 372 per night from May 19 to May 20
AED 372
AED 432 total
19 May - 20 May
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! (1,418 reviews)
"🌴good enough for my trip and vacation."

Reviewed on 14 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 463 per night from Jun 2 to Jun 3
AED 463
AED 548 total
2 Jun - 3 Jun
includes taxes & fees
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! (568 reviews)
"The staff at the Admiral are always helpful and wonderful. We have now stayed at the Admiral for four consecutive business trips and needed at hotel close to the courts and restaurants. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 13 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 309 per night from May 19 to May 20
AED 309
AED 359 total
19 May - 20 May
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,105 reviews)
Nice Microtel
"Overall the hotel was great. Coffee was great, there was no microwave to heat up the breakfast biscuits. The floor in the room was nice because it was not carpet. Unfortunately the floors had too much cleaner or polish on them because it caused sticky feet. Trade of to not having carpet. I'll stay ..."

Reviewed on 14 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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (52 reviews)
Okay
"The a/c was not working when we arrived. The customer service line had the A/c repair person fix the a/c about 4 hours after it was reported. The furniture was old and stained, coffee table leg was loose, the ceiling fan had lots of dust on them. The location was great. Close to beach and good sea ..."

Reviewed on 6 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. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (364 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! (688 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