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Orange Beach

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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
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 family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Orange Beach Beaches
Gulf State Park Fishing Pier

Gulf State Park Fishing Pier

Explore the waterfront in Orange Beach with a trip to Gulf State Park Fishing Pier. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its great live music.

Gulf State Park Fishing Pier
Adventure Island

Adventure Island

Bring your family to Adventure Island and enjoy some excitement at this theme park in Orange Beach. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its great live music.

Adventure Island
Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach

Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach during your travels in Orange Beach. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach
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Perdido Beach Boulevard

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Perdido Beach Boulevard during your trip to Orange Beach. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Perdido Beach Boulevard

Things to do

Orange Beach Islands 3-Hour Excursion

Orange Beach Islands 3-Hour Excursion

฿3,049
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Orange Beach Islands 3-Hour Excursion
Orange Beach: Dolphin-Watching Eco-Boat Tour

Orange Beach: Dolphin-Watching Eco-Boat Tour

฿1,115
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Orange Beach: Dolphin-Watching Eco-Boat Tour
Orange Beach 90-Minute Sunset Cruise on a Tiki Bar

Orange Beach 90-Minute Sunset Cruise on a Tiki Bar

฿2,498
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Orange Beach 90-Minute Sunset Cruise on a Tiki Bar
The Explorer at Sunset

Dolphin and Nature Sunset Cruise from Orange Beach

฿1,622
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Dolphin and Nature Sunset Cruise from Orange Beach
Orange Beach: Sunset Sailing Cruise

Orange Beach: Sunset Sailing Cruise Aboard The Cetacean

฿2,676
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Orange Beach: Sunset Sailing Cruise Aboard The Cetacean
Orange Beach 1.5-Hour Bay Cruise

Orange Beach 1.5-Hour Bay Cruise

฿2,336
per adult
Orange Beach 1.5-Hour Bay Cruise
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Top hotels in Cotton Bayou

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 Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,475 reviews)
"as clean smelled good ac blew cold staff was helpful and courteous all around Wonderful experience"

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

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Hilton Garden Inn Orange Beach Beachfront

Hilton Garden Inn Orange Beach Beachfront

3 out of 5
23092 Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach, AL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,456 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿5,456
฿6,329 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Orange Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,140 reviews)
"Easy beach access, friendly staff, clean hotel."

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Orange Beach Beachfront
Hampton Inn & Suites Orange Beach/Gulf Front

Hampton Inn & Suites Orange Beach/Gulf Front

2.5 out of 5
25518 Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach, AL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿6,005 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿6,005
฿6,965 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Orange Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,214 reviews)
"I was unaware of the $15 daily parking charge so that was upsetting. The pool area appeared dirty or moldy, but I think it was just in need of paint. Food was not great, especially the sausage patties and muffins were still really cold from being frozen and things ran out before the attendant could ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Orange Beach/Gulf Front
Sleep Inn On The Beach

Sleep Inn On The Beach

2.5 out of 5
25400 Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach, AL
The price is ฿4,806 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿4,806
฿5,575 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Orange Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,117 reviews)
"It was amazing being able to stay right on the beach."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Sleep Inn On The Beach
Holiday Inn Express Orange Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Orange Beach by IHG

2.5 out of 5
24700 Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach, AL
Fully refundable
The price is ฿6,419 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿6,419
฿7,446 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Orange Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
"good"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Holiday Inn Express Orange Beach by IHG
Hotel Indigo Orange Beach - Gulf Shores by IHG

Hotel Indigo Orange Beach - Gulf Shores by IHG

3.5 out of 5
22843 Perdido Beach Boulevard, Orange Beach, AL
The price is ฿4,226 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
฿4,226
฿4,902 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Orange Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
Definitely would stay again!
"Great experience! The room and view was perfect. Staff was very friendly and the overall stay was a wondeful ending to our anniversary trip!"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Hotel Indigo Orange Beach - Gulf Shores by IHG
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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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