Southwest Alabama

Travel Guide

Bragg-Mitchell Mansion featuring a house and a garden
Lake Charles featuring heritage architecture and a church or cathedral
Bragg-Mitchell Mansion featuring a park and a house
Battleship Memorial Park showing military items
Gulf State Park which includes views and modern architecture

Where to stay in Southwest Alabama

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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

When in Surf Side Shores, you can plan a visit to Kiva Dunes Golf Course and Fort Morgan Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Surf Side Shores
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Cotton Bayou

While there might not be top attractions in Cotton Bayou, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Orange Beach Beaches and Adventure Island.

Cotton Bayou
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Morgantown

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Morgantown and surrounding area, you can visit Kiva Dunes Golf Course and Fort Morgan Beach.

Morgantown
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Cabana Beach

Cabana Beach might not have many top sights, but Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge and Kiva Dunes Golf Course are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Cabana Beach
Mobile showing heritage architecture

Mobile Central Business District

While visiting Mobile Central Business District, you might make a stop by sights like Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception and Saenger Theatre Mobile.

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! (1,484 reviews)
"I loved the fact it had three beds. It was a great location across from the beach. The staff was super nice. I'll definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

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Beachside Resort 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 laundry facilities. Popular attractions West End Beach and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews)
We are staying again!
"Nice house. We love the bay side. The pool was fabulous. The back deck is nicely fenced for kids and dogs. The kitchen had everything we needed. Note that previous comments mentioned no coffee filters…we left a bunch. The only seasonings in the home were salt and pepper. We brought ALL of our own. ..."

Reviewed on 24 May 2025

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Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks
Motel 6 Gulf Shores, AL

Motel 6 Gulf Shores, AL

2 out of 5
3025 W 1st ST, Gulf Shores, AL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is HK$573 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
HK$573
HK$665 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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! (1,035 reviews)
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Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Motel 6 Gulf Shores, AL
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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! (751 reviews)
Great Place to stay!
"Great place & great price. The only thing that we didn’t care for was the elevator wait time. Overall would recommend to stay here!!"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

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 26 Jul 2025

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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 ...
7.4/10 Good! (68 reviews)
"Close to the beach. Elevator was a pain, and slow."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

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Popular places to visit

Gulf Shores Beach

Gulf Shores Beach

Nothing says holiday 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

The Park at OWA

Bring the family to The Park at OWA and enjoy this exciting theme park in Foley. Wander through 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
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Daphne

Photo by Karen Dickey

Point Clear

Pensacola

Pensacola

Photo by Linda Sammons

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