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

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 Beaches and Adventure Island are some notable places to visit nearby.

Cotton Bayou
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Morgantown

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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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
Mobile which includes heritage architecture

Mobile Central Business District

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
Beachside Resort Hotel

Beachside Resort Hotel

2 out of 5
610 W Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, AL
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. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,485 reviews)
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"Overall Impression We had a very positive stay—friendly service, spot‑on housekeeping, and a great location made our visit enjoyable. Service & Housekeeping Check‑in was smooth and the staff was genuinely welcoming. We asked for extra towels on a few occasions and they were promptly delivered. Housekeeping ..."

Reviewed on 2025/7/26

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Beachside Resort Hotel
Motel 6 Gulf Shores, AL

Motel 6 Gulf Shores, AL

2 out of 5
3025 W 1st ST, Gulf Shores, AL
The price is NT$2,149 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
NT$2,149
NT$2,493 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Gulf Shores. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,038 reviews)
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Reviewed on 2025/7/26

Motel 6 Gulf Shores, AL
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG

2.5 out of 5
160 W Commerce Avenue, Gulf Shores, AL
The price is NT$2,974 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
NT$2,974
NT$3,450 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,023 reviews)
"The stay at the property was nice. The staff was friendly, housekeeping was great, and the location is very close to the beach, but still close to Foley. I would stay here again"

Reviewed on 2025/7/26

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG
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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! (750 reviews)
"I loved the balcony the view was breathtaking the bed was very comfy the one thing i didnt like was the elevator was very hot i wss on the 14th floor and i have breathing problems and by the time we got to our floor because it woul d stop to let other people on it be a little whild getting to our ..."

Reviewed on 2025/7/25

Phoenix All Suites West Hotel
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! (464 reviews)
"This ia my 2nd vacation stay. I really have no complaints except the elevators are super hot both times."

Reviewed on 2025/7/26

Phoenix All Suites
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 ...
7.4/10 Good! (69 reviews)
"Close to the beach. Elevator was a pain, and slow."

Reviewed on 2025/7/15

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Popular places to visit

Gulf Shores Beach showing a coastal town, general coastal views and a beach

Gulf Shores Beach

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

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

Stretch out on long white-sand beaches at this oceanfront state park. Drive up your heart rate with extreme activities, such as zip lining and parasailing.

Gulf State Park
The Wharf

The Wharf

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

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
USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park

USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park

Board a legendary World War II vessel and inspect authentic fighter planes in a park dedicated to military craft of every shape and size.

USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park

Cities near Southwest Alabama

Andalusia

Andalusia

Milton

Milton

Bay Minette which includes a park

Bay Minette

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