Southwest Alabama

Travel Guide

Bragg-Mitchell Mansion featuring a garden and a house
Lake Charles which includes a church or cathedral and heritage architecture
Bragg-Mitchell Mansion which includes a garden and a house
Battleship Memorial Park featuring military items
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
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
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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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Brigadoon Trail

While Brigadoon Trail isn't home to many top sights, West Beach and Gulf Shores Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Brigadoon Trail
Beachside Resort Hotel
Beachside Resort Hotel
2 out of 5
610 W Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, AL
Fully refundable
The price is P5,760 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
P5,760
P6,681 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
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! (1,384 reviews)
"Room was clean, bed was comfortable"

Reviewed on Apr 3, 2025

Beachside Resort Hotel
The Admiral, Downtown Historic District
The Admiral, Downtown Historic District
4 out of 5
251 Government Street, Mobile, AL
The price is P7,143 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
P7,143
P8,469 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
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! (485 reviews)
"Cc"

Reviewed on Apr 4, 2025

The Admiral, Downtown Historic District
The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel
The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel
4 out of 5
21196 East Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, AL
The price is P7,665 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
P7,665
P8,891 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Gulf Shores. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
10/10
"My stay was awesome!! The room was clean, beds were comfortable and my view was amazing!! Although it was lakeside, I could still see the ocean from my balcony. The staff, Rodney, was very informative about the property and events going on. My stay was 10/10 and it made a great trip!"

Reviewed on Mar 30, 2025

The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel
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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! (350 reviews)
"Great price for being right on the beach. Staff was very friendly and got you what ever you needed"

Reviewed on Apr 2, 2025

Phoenix All Suites
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (635 reviews)
Great condo!
"Well maintained property. Very clean! Friendly staff. Would stay again and again!"

Reviewed on Apr 1, 2025

Phoenix All Suites West Hotel
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 ...
7.2/10 Good! (31 reviews)
"Beaches were great and the blended drinks by the pool were great."

Reviewed on Mar 25, 2025

Sugar Beach Condominiums
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Popular places to visit

Gulf Shores 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 family-friendly area.

Fort Morgan
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 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 which includes 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
Orange Beach Beaches

Orange Beach Beaches

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Orange Beach Beaches during your trip to Orange Beach? Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Orange Beach Beaches
Orange Beach

Orange Beach

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York

York

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Spanish Fort