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
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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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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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
The Admiral, Downtown Historic District
The Admiral, Downtown Historic District
4 out of 5
251 Government Street, Mobile, AL
The price is AED 459 per night from Feb 10 to Feb 11
AED 459
AED 588 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
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! (313 reviews)
The Admiral
"Lil trouble checking in but management fixed it. We had an amazing stay and will probably go back. The drinks in the living room where more to our taste. The ones in the restaurant were to strong to take another sip."

Reviewed on 7 February 2025

The Admiral, Downtown Historic District
Beachside Resort Hotel
Beachside Resort Hotel
2 out of 5
610 W Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, AL
The price is AED 236 per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
AED 236
AED 273 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
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! (1,341 reviews)
"Great value and location"

Reviewed on 5 February 2025

Beachside Resort Hotel
Hilton The Lodge at Gulf State Park, AL
Hilton The Lodge at Gulf State Park, AL
3.5 out of 5
21196 East Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, AL
The price is AED 410 per night from Feb 25 to Feb 26
AED 410
AED 476 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Gulf Shores. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Beach was accessible and beautiful."

Reviewed on 1 February 2025

Hilton The Lodge at Gulf State Park, AL
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Dream Spring Break Getaway! Spacious & Clean Oceanfront Paradise! Many Reviews ⭐️
Dream Spring Break Getaway! Spacious & Clean Oceanfront Paradise! Many Reviews ⭐️
Orange Beach
Stay at this condo in Orange Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a water park. Popular attractions The Wharf and Gulf State Park are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (190 reviews)
Wonderful stay
"We had an amazing stay! this condo was beautiful, well appointed and the host was easy to work with. You couldn't ask for a more perfect setting either with great amenities. I hope to stay there again!"

Reviewed on 31 January 2025

Dream Spring Break Getaway! Spacious & Clean Oceanfront Paradise! Many Reviews ⭐️
Awesome view “oceanfront 1br 1ba, HANGOUT, new furniture & sliding glass doors
Awesome view “oceanfront 1br 1ba, HANGOUT, new furniture & sliding glass doors
Gulf Shores
Book a stay at this beach condo in Gulf Shores. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (228 reviews)
Great vacation spot
"Conveniently located, great community"

Reviewed on 28 January 2025

Awesome view “oceanfront 1br 1ba, HANGOUT, new furniture & sliding glass doors
Lighthouse Condominiums
Lighthouse Condominiums
4 out of 5
455 East Beach Boulevard, Gulf Shores, AL
Stay at this 4-star condo in Gulf Shores. Enjoy parking (surcharge), a meeting room, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Gulf State Park and Gulf Shores ...
7.6/10 Good! (4 reviews)
Golf Shores
"We loved our condominium and the property. The beach was absolutely beautiful. We didnt like that they charged for parking and it was more than what we were told on Hotels.com"

Reviewed on 26 December 2024

Lighthouse Condominiums
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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 family-friendly area.

Fort Morgan
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
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
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