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Sunset or Sunshine You Will Have An Incredible View ~Newly renovated!

Beachfront condo with a water park and a fitness center

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On the beach
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Smart TV, DVD player
Indoor pool, a heated pool
Royal Palms 503, a beachfront gem in Gulf Shores, offers total relaxation with its private balcony overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. This one-bedroom condo is equipped with a fully kitchen and amenities like an indoor pool, outdoor pool, steam room and sauna to unwind.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Gym

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Sunset or Sunshine You Will Have An Incredible View ~Newly renovated!

Royal Palms 503 is located at 561 East Beach Boulevard in beautiful Gulf Shores, Alabama.

We think you need a little vitamin SEA and this newly renovated, one bedroom, two bathroom beachfront condo is just the answer! With a king size bed in the master suite, youth-sized hallway bunk beds and a sleeper sofa in the living room, there is plenty of room to accommodate up to 6 guests. A fully equipped kitchen makes enjoying meals in a breeze. You’ll feel total relaxation when you spend sometime quality time on your private balcony soaking in all the sights and sounds of the Gulf of Mexico! There are 2 TVs, one in the living room being a smart TV, a DVD player and high speed WiFi to keep you connected while you vacation. A washer and dryer and located in the unit for your convenience.

Royal Palms is a beautiful property with lots of excellent amenities. With it’s gulf front location, you will have easy access to the white sandy beaches of Gulf Shores every day! There are both an indoor and an outdoor pool, exercise room, steam room and sauna. This property is located near the 1540 ft. Gulf State Park Fishing Pier and very close proximity to all of the best dining, shopping and recreation that the island has to offer. Please note there is a new BBQ grilling area. The build has 2 elevators for ease of access throughout the building.

Sleeping Arrangements:
Bedroom 1: 1 King bed, TV, Private Bathroom
Twin-over-twin bunk bed located at the hallway.
A sofa bed is located in the living room.

Additional Information:
* 5th Floor
* Beach Service - Perdido Beach Service
* No Pets Allowed
* Smoking is permitted only in the BBQ area.
* Monthly Reservation Accepted Nov- Feb (Contact staff directly for pricing)
* Parking For A Maximum Of Two Vehicles
***Each reservation includes 1 vehicle registration $65 plus tax. The Additional Vehicle pass is $65 plus tax. $150 Music Fest VP

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

1169-27063

About the neighborhood

Map
Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Hangout Music Fest - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Waterville USA - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

  • Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Picnic Beach - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Sunset or Sunshine You Will Have An Incredible View ~Newly renovated! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Sunset or Sunshine You Will Have An Incredible View ~Newly renovated! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sunset or Sunshine You Will Have An Incredible View ~Newly renovated!?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Sunset or Sunshine You Will Have An Incredible View ~Newly renovated!?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunset or Sunshine You Will Have An Incredible View ~Newly renovated!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sunset or Sunshine You Will Have An Incredible View ~Newly renovated! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Gulf State Park and Gulf Shores Beach. Orange Beach Beaches and Gulf Adventure Center at Gulf State Park are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Sunset or Sunshine You Will Have An Incredible View ~Newly renovated! Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.2

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 87 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Stay

We had an Excellent time! Condo was great, with a beautiful view! Thank you, until next time!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

TIm S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot for a softball week

Centrally located to softball venues. Beautiful beach to relax after a day of games.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark S., Ballwin, Missouri

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Beach Getaway

We enjoyed a week at the beach front condo. The views were amazing. It was very neat, clean, and a short walk to restaurants.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location!

This condo is right beside a state park so the view is beautiful! We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super Beachfront Condo

Exceeded our expectations from start to finish. Great location, great beach and Gulf view... why we keep returning to Royal Palms! Bender Vacation Rentals staff is extremely responsive to all questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tiffany R.

Great place to st!ay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is a great beach front condo of a couple or a family! It with in walking distance of several restaurants. The condo was very clean, well stocked kitchen if you want to cook. There were lots of towels and the bed was very comfortable. Bender Realty was very easy to work with. I can't wait to go back!
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10/10 Excellent

Calvin E.

HAPPY DAYS

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We were very happy with our stay at Royal Palms.

8/10 Good

Cindy A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Overall, it was great!

Check-in & out process was easy. Other guests/residents at the condo were friendly. Location & view from balcony were amazing. The unit could be a little cleaner though. Our son found a used dry shampoo bottle in one of the bunk beds (which makes me wonder if the sheets were even washed), and there was pink soap scum in the shower.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

This is a the perfect location for an incredible view and beach access! We really loved the fact that the Royal Palms property is on the "end" of a long line of condos and hotels. We just walked diwn the boardwalk and turned left and enjoyed a long stretch of beach between Royal Palms and The Gulf State Park Pier! We relaxed on the beach, looked for shells(my favorite activity), and walked in the sand with the ocean washing up on our feet! The condo is well stocked and comfortable and very beautifully decorated! I will definitely book at Royal Palms again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Nikki D.

Gulf Shores Vacation at Royal Palms 503

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Really enjoyed our time at Gulf Shores in Royal Palms 503. We had six people in this condo which was a bit tight, but worked for the small amounts of time we were in it. Ocean view was beautiful...saw dolphins every morning and evening.

10/10 Excellent

Aame L., Axtell

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Last minute find

Being that we already had a trip booked and paid for through Flipkey that we were told at the last minute we didn’t have and would need to make other arrangements, this place was a lifesaver. First of all, HUGE shout out to the ladies of Bender Realty because the were HELPFUL & AMAZING!! We traveled over ten hours to be told our first condo was no longer available (did get refunded) and we found this place. Secondly, new condo was in a great area. It’s at the east end of Gulf Shores closest to the state park which was nice because not as many people. The ladies let us go ahead and check in a little early because they knew what trouble we had been through. Our family had a wonderful time in the condo, the check in was easy, the location was awesome and even the clean up and check out was convenient. Will definitely use Bender for future trips and highly recommend these folks!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Angie W.

Simple but yet great for our needs!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was a last minute trip for us, so we had very little expectations and preparation to the trip. I took my 3 kids (16,11,2) for a "get out of the cold" vacation. We stayed for 4 nights between Christmas through New Years & were pleasantly surprised by the weather. The best thing about this cute little condo for us was the location. We loved having easy access to the pier and the low crowds due to the state park made it very peaceful. No obstructed views here & that part was lovely. The indoor pool and hot tub (VERY hot and almost unable to get in it) made a nice addition to our wind down routine each night. The layout worked perfectly for us as well. I feel like the kitchen could have had a few more basics available (like a salt shaker and a few coffee filters) mainly for that first day. We didn't overly pack for this trip like most, but I would have loved to have had the ability to make a pot of coffee that first morning before running to the store. I'm not sure I have ever stayed somewhere that didn't have at least the few basic items, but we made due. We expected the unit to be a bit dated due to the pictures, so that part didn't bother us. The beds were very comfy and the shower/water pressure was a plus for the girls :) It could use a good deep clean to target the tile and floors/corners, but again that is something that is to be expected for an older unit. Overall, we would stay here again for a quick getaway! The property manager was wonderful and texted to always make sure we were ok and provided helpful tips for checking and check out, but didn't blow us up :) The trip was simple, stress free, and easily coordinated- so we couldn't ask for much more than that!
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8/10 Good

Tracy H.

Royal Palms06

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Nice place to stay for a little beach down time
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10/10 Excellent

Cynda P.

Royal Palms 503

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was just like it was pictured, location was great, would rebook again. Very satisfied with everything.
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Russellville, KY

Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great!

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love it!

This is our 3rd time staying in the Royal Palms and each time has been wonderful! This condo was clean, and the view from that balcony was beautiful. The only thing I think they should upgrade is the king sized bed- a little lumpy, but other than that, great condo for that price point! Will stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Katie H.

A great week away

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This condo is everything you see in the pictures and more. The views are beautiful. The bed was very comfortable. The property management company was very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend this location.
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8/10 Good

Jeffrey D.

Gulf shores extended stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The management staff at Bender were excellent. Always helpful and very pleasant to talk with. And had excellent follow thru. Can’t say enough about them. There are things that if I owned that condo would fix and update. That would be the owners decision. I am not sure if they stay here or is it an investment. With just a little investment it could be a very nice property. One other issue that I would suggest to the owners, there is not sealing around the door. When the wind blows it is VERY loud. You can also see light all around the door. It was annoying when the wind was blowing hard. Just updates that would help make this a nice place to stay.

10/10 Excellent

Samantha H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great location!

Location was great and condo was beautiful! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Brentwood, TN

Best area to stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Love the location of Royal Palms. Will stay in that area again.
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6/10 Okay

A guest from Henderson, KY

Fowler family review

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Ok.Nice nothing fancy.

10/10 Excellent

Marte R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love the location

The location was perfect. It is on the less crowded side of the beach with plenty of room. There was a nice beach vendor that rented chairs and umbrellas. We loved that it was next door to the state park. We brought our bikes and rode many miles on the trails. we also rode to everything else like dinner. The condo was clean and very cozy for my husband and I. The only reason I didn't give the cleanliness 5 stars was that I don't think they regularly mop the floors. My feet were black from walking barefoot.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gulf Shores VRBO

We enjoyed our stay and would return to this unit.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Candace Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect view of beach)

Awesome location to everything! We’ve stayed here now at Royal Palms 3 times! We love it less crowded since it’s by the state park!! Easy access to Walmart, Publix and all the eateries!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kellie D.

Wonderful experience!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Location was perfect. Right on the beach. Beautiful views. Condo was very clean. Perfect for our family of four. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023