Family-friendly Hotels in Gulf Shores

I'm not a big fan of the Courtyard by Marriott brand - my company books my travel, so I wind up staying at them more often than I would choose if I could control it. The room was small and cramped. Front desk staff was fine. Check-in was a breeze. I hate when the side doors don't lock, though. That feels creepy to me. Internet speeds for the enhanced internet were around 40-45 mbps, so that's good. The A/C was a wall unit, controlled at the unit itself rather than by the thermostat elsewhere in the room. As a real plus (earns an extra star for this, actually) the room included a microwave and a fridge! Woohoo! Good luck trying to find somewhere to plug in your laptop at the desk. Both outlets were taken - one for the desk lamp and the other for the coffeemaker.

Beautifully decorated and landscaped; the clean, newly modern style hotel had super friendly and helpful front desk staff. The indoor/ outdoor pool was awesome, comfy cozy lobby and sitting areas inside and outdoors. Southern grinds coffee shop is connected to the building, offering delicious breakfast and lunch items as well as tasty coffees, teas, and scooped ice cream. The coffee shop has one of the best coastal gift shops I've ever seen in the area. We were offered 500 bonus IHG points if we spent $50 in food/drink in the bar, but the menu didn't look that great, and we had our heart set on Cobalts anyway. The room was very spacious with wood like floors and modern marine decor, a very comfy bed. The bathroom and shower were also modern, with glass doors and optional spray wand. It felt like coastal luxury. It's further down from the busier ***** area, but that's not a bad thing. The only inconvenience is that you can not walk or cross the busy road to access the beach because there are private rentals that don't allow pass through pedestrians. You will actually have to initial an agreement that you will not do so or be fined? If you are a smoker, they have orange Adirondack chairs in the back parking area where you can puff. Other than that, smoking is not allowed anywhere on the property, not even in front or at the coffee shop outdoor tables. They say there is a shuttle that takes you to the public beach entrance less than a mile down the road. It's a nice Pavillion and showers/bathrooms, BUT parking is $10 a day! We didn't see a shuttle but then we didn't ask. We drove there with our beach gear and paid the $10! I suppose you could walk a mile if you had a wagon to haul your stuff to avoid paying the $10 beach access lot parking fee, but who wants to do that on a hot summer day. If staying at Indigo, I would inquire exactly what does using the beach shuttle entail? Anyhow, we usually use IHG points to stay at HI on the beach but it's ridiculously expensive between Labor and Memorial day (the high season), but if your looking for a nice place to stay that's away from the hustle bustle traffic in orange beach, Indigo is great if you can make arrangements for a ride to the beach access at a time suitable for your party (or just cough up the $10 for parking at the beach)!

When you stay at Sugar Sands RV Resort in Gulf Shores, you'll be near the airport, within a 5-minute drive of The Wharf and Gulf State Park.Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a fitness center.Featured amenities include a computer station and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 5 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include separate sitting areas and coffee/tea makers.

When you stay at Eagle Cottages at Gulf State Park in Gulf Shores, you'll be in a state park, a 1-minute drive from Gulf State Park and 8 minutes from The Wharf. This cottage is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Gulf Shores Beach and 11 mi (17.6 km) from The Park at OWA.Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, a picnic area, and barbecue grills. Getting to the surf and sand is a breeze with the complimentary beach shuttle.Satisfy your appetite at Woodside Restaurant, one of the cottage's 3 restaurants. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.The front desk is staffed during limited hours.Make yourself at home in one of the 11 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchenettes with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and ovens. Satellite programming and DVD players are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include desks and separate sitting areas.

With a stay at this apartment in Gulf Shores, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. This apartment is 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from The Wharf and 10.5 mi (16.9 km) from Perdido Key Beach.Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and charcoal grills.Make yourself comfortable in this apartment, which has a kitchen. There's a private balcony or patio.

Offering sea views, San Carlos 1604 by Vacation Homes Collection is an accommodation set in Gulf Shores, 1.9 km from Gulf State Park Beach and 1.9 km from Gulf State Park Fishing Pier. The air-conditioned accommodation is 2.4 km from Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Gulf Shores Public Beach is 100 metres away. The spacious holiday home has 3 bedrooms, a TV with cable channels and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, an oven, a washing machine, a microwave and a fridge. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. OWA Parks & Resort is 18 km from the holiday home. Pensacola International Airport is 58 km from the property.

Located in Gulf Shores, this apartment is by the ocean, within a 10-minute drive of Fort Morgan and Kiva Dunes Golf Course. This beach apartment is 6.2 mi (10 km) from Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium and 6.4 mi (10.2 km) from Fort Gaines.Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including an outdoor pool, an indoor pool, and a spa tub. This apartment also features complimentary wireless internet access and barbecue grills.Featured amenities include laundry facilities and an elevator. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself comfortable in this individually decorated apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. A flat-screen television with cable programming provides entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a separate sitting area and a microwave.

With a stay at this apartment in Gulf Shores, you'll be steps from Gulf Shores Beach and a 2-minute drive from Gulf State Park. This apartment is 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from The Wharf and 11.5 mi (18.5 km) from The Park at OWA.Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and barbecue grills.Make yourself comfortable in your apartment. There's a private balcony.

Located in Gulf Shores, 200 metres from Gulf Shores Public Beach and less than 1 km from Gulf State Park Beach, Grand Beach Resort offers pool with a view and air conditioning. It is situated less than 1 km from Gulf State Park Fishing Pier and provides a lift. Providing free WiFi throughout the property, the non-smoking apartment features spa facilities. The spacious apartment comes with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a TV with cable channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with sea views. The property has an outdoor dining area. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Gulf Shores, like cycling. Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo is 3.3 km from Grand Beach Resort, while The Park at OWA is 19 km away. The nearest airport is Pensacola International Airport, 57 km from the accommodation.

With a stay at this condo in Gulf Shores, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Kiva Dunes Golf Course and Bon Secour Bay. This condo is 16.7 mi (26.8 km) from Gulf Shores Beach and 9.5 mi (15.3 km) from Fort Morgan.Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and barbecue grills.Featured amenities include laundry facilities and an elevator. Limited parking is available onsite.Your condo features a flat-screen TV. There's a private balcony or patio. The bathroom has a shower/tub combination.