The Holiday Inn Express Orange Beach offers attractive rates for a beachfront hotel along Orange Beach’s main drag. The budget property is only a three-minute walk to Adventure Island amusement park and a brief drive to The Wharf. Its 119 rooms are comfortably sized and have microwaves and mini-fridges, but decor is dated and in need of a refresh, with worn and stained carpets and other minor issues. The property has two heated outdoor pools and a hot tub, plus it offers free hot breakfast. Overall, it’s a good value that’s popular in peak season, so it’s wise to have a backup. The Hampton Inn & Suites Orange Beach also directly on the beach, offers a good alternative; but it’s a relatively new hotel, so expect higher rates.
The Holiday Inn Express Orange Beach offers attractive rates for a beachfront hotel along Orange Beach’s main drag. The budget property is only a three-minute walk to Adventure Island amusement park and a brief drive to The Wharf. Its 119 rooms are comfortably sized and have microwaves and mini-fridges, but decor is dated and in need of a refresh, with worn and stained carpets and other minor issues. The property has two heated outdoor pools and a hot tub, plus it offers free hot breakfast. Overall, it’s a good value that’s popular in peak season, so it’s wise to have a backup. The Hampton Inn & Suites Orange Beach also directly on the beach, offers a good alternative; but it’s a relatively new hotel, so expect higher rates.
The mid-range Hampton Inn & Suites Orange Beach is a modern, beachfront hotel that offers an unbeatable location in Orange Beach, with restaurants and shops nearby and the Wharf in Orange Beach within a 10-minute drive. Its 160 rooms are spacious and clean, with microwaves, mini-fridges, coffeemakers, and free Wi-Fi, though noise can be an issue due to thin walls. The heated indoor/outdoor pool and hot tub overlook the beach, and there’s a tiki bar serving drinks in warmer months. A free hot breakfast with eggs is served daily, but there's no on-site restaurant. It’s a solid value for beach-loving families and couples, but rates typically spike on weekends, so it’s wise to shop around. The Holiday Inn Express Orange Beach is also on the beach and offers cheaper rates over most dates.
The mid-range Hampton Inn & Suites Orange Beach is a modern, beachfront hotel that offers an unbeatable location in Orange Beach, with restaurants and shops nearby and the Wharf in Orange Beach within a 10-minute drive. Its 160 rooms are spacious and clean, with microwaves, mini-fridges, coffeemakers, and free Wi-Fi, though noise can be an issue due to thin walls. The heated indoor/outdoor pool and hot tub overlook the beach, and there’s a tiki bar serving drinks in warmer months. A free hot breakfast with eggs is served daily, but there's no on-site restaurant. It’s a solid value for beach-loving families and couples, but rates typically spike on weekends, so it’s wise to shop around. The Holiday Inn Express Orange Beach is also on the beach and offers cheaper rates over most dates.
The 445-room Jurys Inn Birmingham is an established Irish-brand hotel that is of higher quality than an average mid-range hotel. Located on busy Broad Street, the hotel is near plenty of bars and restaurants and is within walking distance to many attractions. Unique, funky decor provides the hotel with a touch of personality that prevents it from feeling too generic. Rooms are simple and on the smaller side, but contemporary and pleasant with flat-screen TVs and electric kettles.
The 445-room Jurys Inn Birmingham is an established Irish-brand hotel that is of higher quality than an average mid-range hotel. Located on busy Broad Street, the hotel is near plenty of bars and restaurants and is within walking distance to many attractions. Unique, funky decor provides the hotel with a touch of personality that prevents it from feeling too generic. Rooms are simple and on the smaller side, but contemporary and pleasant with flat-screen TVs and electric kettles.
The mid-range Gulf Shores Plantation, adjacent to a golf course, offers a quiet beachfront setting about 20 minutes from central Gulf Shores in a gated community. The sprawling complex’s amenities include six pools, lighted tennis courts, a putting green, fitness center, sauna and steam rooms, and direct access to a private beach. The complex has a seasonal cafe, but no restaurants are within walking distance. The 225 units of condos and cottages are individually owned, and quality and conditions can vary widely. Guests have reported cleanliness and maintenance problems in some. Typically, a three-night minimum stay is required, and some units require longer stays, especially in high season and over holiday weekends. Rates are competitive, but for a similar complex with comparable rates that’s less isolated, travelers might prefer the Phoenix Condominiums in Orange Beach.
The mid-range Gulf Shores Plantation, adjacent to a golf course, offers a quiet beachfront setting about 20 minutes from central Gulf Shores in a gated community. The sprawling complex’s amenities include six pools, lighted tennis courts, a putting green, fitness center, sauna and steam rooms, and direct access to a private beach. The complex has a seasonal cafe, but no restaurants are within walking distance. The 225 units of condos and cottages are individually owned, and quality and conditions can vary widely. Guests have reported cleanliness and maintenance problems in some. Typically, a three-night minimum stay is required, and some units require longer stays, especially in high season and over holiday weekends. Rates are competitive, but for a similar complex with comparable rates that’s less isolated, travelers might prefer the Phoenix Condominiums in Orange Beach.
Part of the InterContinental Hotels Group chain, Staybridge Suites Gulf Shores is an 88-room mid-range property that’s a frequent choice for snowbirds and extended-stay travelers because of the apartment-style suites. Reflecting the venue’s significant distance from tourist attractions, room rates are low -- one of Staybridge’s best features -- and all rooms include kitchens with full-sized refrigerators. Travelers who rave about this hotel like its pet-friendly policy, free breakfast spread, and affordable price point. Others complain that the location is too far from the beach and situated in an unattractive suburban strip mall.
Part of the InterContinental Hotels Group chain, Staybridge Suites Gulf Shores is an 88-room mid-range property that’s a frequent choice for snowbirds and extended-stay travelers because of the apartment-style suites. Reflecting the venue’s significant distance from tourist attractions, room rates are low -- one of Staybridge’s best features -- and all rooms include kitchens with full-sized refrigerators. Travelers who rave about this hotel like its pet-friendly policy, free breakfast spread, and affordable price point. Others complain that the location is too far from the beach and situated in an unattractive suburban strip mall.
The 285-room Hampton by Hilton Birmingham Broad Street is a fresh, budget hotel with modern, funky decor. There are a fitness room, lounge areas, and a business center on-site. A free, ample breakfast buffet is on offer every morning and there is a snack bar open 24/7. Rooms are clean and contemporary with flat-screen TVs. The hotel is located on the outskirts of the city center, but is still within walking distance to the main sights plus restaurants and pubs.
The 285-room Hampton by Hilton Birmingham Broad Street is a fresh, budget hotel with modern, funky decor. There are a fitness room, lounge areas, and a business center on-site. A free, ample breakfast buffet is on offer every morning and there is a snack bar open 24/7. Rooms are clean and contemporary with flat-screen TVs. The hotel is located on the outskirts of the city center, but is still within walking distance to the main sights plus restaurants and pubs.
The 30 apartments at Staying Cool at the Rotunda are a luxurious alternative for guests who don't want to stay in a hotel. Apartments are chic and contemporary with king-size beds, kitchens, lounge areas, and floor to ceiling windows offering gorgeous views. Located within a shopping center, the apartments have direct access to the surrounding chain stores and restaurants, and are just a short walk to some of the city's more popular tourist attractions.
The 30 apartments at Staying Cool at the Rotunda are a luxurious alternative for guests who don't want to stay in a hotel. Apartments are chic and contemporary with king-size beds, kitchens, lounge areas, and floor to ceiling windows offering gorgeous views. Located within a shopping center, the apartments have direct access to the surrounding chain stores and restaurants, and are just a short walk to some of the city's more popular tourist attractions.
The 319-room Hyatt Regency Birmingham is a contemporary chain hotel with a sophisticated style. With a spa, indoor pool, business center, restaurants, and proximity to the International Convention Centre, the hotel caters to guests visiting both for leisure and business. Although it is located on a quiet, unimpressive street in downtown Birmingham, it is just a short walk to many of the city's popular attractions plus restaurants and bars. The rooms are spacious with contemporary decor and modern bathrooms, but there is a pesky fee for Wi-Fi and a fee for breakfast.
The 319-room Hyatt Regency Birmingham is a contemporary chain hotel with a sophisticated style. With a spa, indoor pool, business center, restaurants, and proximity to the International Convention Centre, the hotel caters to guests visiting both for leisure and business. Although it is located on a quiet, unimpressive street in downtown Birmingham, it is just a short walk to many of the city's popular attractions plus restaurants and bars. The rooms are spacious with contemporary decor and modern bathrooms, but there is a pesky fee for Wi-Fi and a fee for breakfast.
The 174-room Hotel La Tour is a sophisticated, sleek hotel and one of Birmingham's only luxury options that isn't a hotel chain. Decor is dramatic, from the generous common spaces to the spacious, chic rooms with contemporary bathrooms and flat-screen TVs. High-tech amenities include bedside lighting controls and media hubs. Located near a railway station, the hotel is very accessible, but slightly removed from the main action in center city (though it is still just a short walk from the main attractions).
The 174-room Hotel La Tour is a sophisticated, sleek hotel and one of Birmingham's only luxury options that isn't a hotel chain. Decor is dramatic, from the generous common spaces to the spacious, chic rooms with contemporary bathrooms and flat-screen TVs. High-tech amenities include bedside lighting controls and media hubs. Located near a railway station, the hotel is very accessible, but slightly removed from the main action in center city (though it is still just a short walk from the main attractions).
This sleek, towering 120-unit condo complex looks like a shiny mirage imported from the Vegas strip. Two towers, rising 24 and 30 stories, house massive gulf-facing rooms that start at 2,300 square feet. The high-end style is unique for the area and leaves Turquoise Place with no direct competition. The upscale three- to five-bedroom condos have private balcony whirlpools, barbecues, fireplaces, and state-of-the-art appliances. Property features include five on-site pools (both indoor and outdoor), a lazy river with nearly a half-acre of sun deck, two fitness centers, tennis courts, on-site activities for both children and adults, and direct beach access -- to name a few. While it may be an expensive choice for smaller parties, its a great choice (and value) for larger parties, discerning travelers and families.
This sleek, towering 120-unit condo complex looks like a shiny mirage imported from the Vegas strip. Two towers, rising 24 and 30 stories, house massive gulf-facing rooms that start at 2,300 square feet. The high-end style is unique for the area and leaves Turquoise Place with no direct competition. The upscale three- to five-bedroom condos have private balcony whirlpools, barbecues, fireplaces, and state-of-the-art appliances. Property features include five on-site pools (both indoor and outdoor), a lazy river with nearly a half-acre of sun deck, two fitness centers, tennis courts, on-site activities for both children and adults, and direct beach access -- to name a few. While it may be an expensive choice for smaller parties, its a great choice (and value) for larger parties, discerning travelers and families.