Gulf Shores used to be the Gulf Coast's secret beach escape. It was less crowded than the more popular beaches across the Florida border but still had plenty of blue water and white sand. Now that more condos have built up along the coast, Gulf Shores beaches have become more popular, though travelers can still get a good deal on a perfect beach vacation. The hotels and condo rentals are some of the best choices where you and your family can stay for a relaxing getaway.
- The Beach Club
This family resort located on the Gulf's Highway 180 offers onsite dining, shopping, and other activities to keep your family more than happy during your beach getaway. With a flexible booking policy and exclusive amenities, The Beach Club in Gulf Shores is a beautiful, secluded resort where you and your family can reconnect and relax together. Offering cottages and condominiums, no matter the size of your vacation party, The Beach Club in Gulf Shores knows how to accommodate beachgoers of all interests. - Gulf Shores Plantation
Gulf Shores Plantation Resort occupies multiple establishments, including several 3-story buildings, as well as a 5- and 9-story building. Each one is labeled after its location: Plantation East, Plantation West, and the newest addition Plantation Palms. They also offer resort cottages, which are larger and have greater privacy. The amenities here are endless: indoor and outdoor pools, kiddie pools, hot tubs, saunas, game rooms, a putting green, tennis, basketball, and shuffleboard courts. Each room also includes a washer and dryer or on-site laundry. No matter if you're visiting Gulf Shores on your honeymoon with your significant other, or if you're part of a 40-person reunion, Gulf Shores Plantations welcomes you with open arms. - Phoenix All Suites Hotel West
Each one-bedroom, 1.5-bath suite comes with a fully equipped kitchen, as well as a balcony overlooking the crystal blue waters and white sands of the Gulf of Mexico.At Phoenix All Suites Hotel West, amenities include free Wi-Fi, covered parking, on-site laundry, and a beachside swimming pool. Each suite also includes a king-size bed, a sofa sleeper, and child-size bunk beds, making this hotel perfect for families with children. - Kiva Dunes Resort Rentals
Kiva Dunes Resort Rentals offers a beachfront haven for travelers with an elegant, yet natural taste. Each individual home has its own private and inviting atmosphere and is just footsteps from the famed Gulf shores beaches. Play golf on its courses, visit the golf shop, the Tiki bar, or swim in one of the three beautiful pools. Most impressively, a 30-foot sand dune obscures the view of the Gulf until you crest the top, when you’ll be blown away by the sudden views of the crystal blue ocean. Relaxation is key at Kiva Dunes Resort. - Sanibel Gulf Shores
Offering stunning views of the Gulf of Mexico and the Little Lagoon, guests at Sanibel Gulf Shores will enjoy a relaxing and comfortable stay on the shore. Take a walk down the boardwalk to dip your feet in the white sands and then take a swim in the warm, Gulf waters. If you enjoy seafood, go fishing in the lagoon or eat at one of the many delicious restaurants in the area. Amenities such as a large outdoor pool with loads of tanning space, a hot tub, and a fitness center with sauna make Sanibel a luxurious vacation destination for your next beach getaway. Sanibel is also within walking distance to popular shopping, amusement parks, and nature trails.
