Surf Side Shores, AL

Gulf Shores

Popular places to visit

Crane fishing on the beach.

Fort Morgan Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Fort Morgan Beach during your trip to Fort Morgan?

Fort Morgan Beach
Gulf Shores Beach showing a coastal town, general coastal views and a beach

Gulf Shores Beach

For the complete beach experience, visit this well-groomed swath of sand on the Gulf Coast, with thoughtful amenities and a convenient and central location.

Gulf Shores Beach
Fort Morgan

Fort Morgan

Experience southern United States military history, lounge on soft white-sand beaches and explore quiet natural parks in this beautiful Mobile Bay destination.

Fort Morgan
Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge showing signage and forests

Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge

Hike, bird and stroll through sand dunes in this rare and pristine coastal barrier habitat brimming with Gulf Coast flora and fauna.

Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
The Track Family Recreation Center

The Track Family Recreation Center

Bring the family to The Track Family Recreation Center and enjoy this exciting amusement park in Gulf Shores. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

The Track Family Recreation Center
Gulf Shores

Pirate's Island Adventure Golf

You can take time to visit Pirate's Island Adventure Golf during your travels to Gulf Shores. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its great live music.

Pirate's Island Adventure Golf

Things to do

Orange Beach: Dolphin-Watching Eco-Boat Tour

Orange Beach: Dolphin-Watching Eco-Boat Tour

$34
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Orange Beach: Dolphin-Watching Eco-Boat Tour
Orange Beach: Sunset Sailing Cruise

Orange Beach: Sunset Sailing Cruise Aboard The Cetacean

$83
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Orange Beach: Sunset Sailing Cruise Aboard The Cetacean
Alabama Gulf Coast Dolphin Cruise

Alabama Gulf Coast Dolphin Cruise

$25
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Alabama Gulf Coast Dolphin Cruise
The Explorer at Sunset

Dolphin and Nature Sunset Cruise from Orange Beach

$50
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Dolphin and Nature Sunset Cruise from Orange Beach
Orange Beach 90-Minute Sunset Cruise on a Tiki Bar

Orange Beach 90-Minute Sunset Cruise on a Tiki Bar

$77
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Orange Beach 90-Minute Sunset Cruise on a Tiki Bar
Orange Beach: Dolphin-Watching Sunset Catamaran Cruise

Orange Beach: Dolphin Eco Sunset Cruise aboard The Explorer

$55
per adult
Orange Beach: Dolphin Eco Sunset Cruise aboard The Explorer
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Surf Side Shores Hotel Deals

Avocet- Beachfront, Private Pool

Avocet- Beachfront, Private Pool

Gulf Shores
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Gulf Shores. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Fort Morgan Beach and Kiva Dunes ...
10/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
"Perfect location for the beach. Pool is small but clean and has benches to relax in at end of day. House is a little dated but fairly clean and kept up well. We had a couple issues with washer but they gave us quick attention."

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025

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Avocet- Beachfront, Private Pool
Cute Bungalow w/small pool! Absolutely Beach Front!

Cute Bungalow w/small pool! Absolutely Beach Front!

Gulf Shores
Stay at this vacation home in Gulf Shores. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Fort Morgan Beach and Kiva Dunes Golf Course ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (34 reviews)
"Kitchen is very well stocked with cooking and eating utensils. Everything you need.Checkin is very easy with their system."

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2025

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Cute Bungalow w/small pool! Absolutely Beach Front!
September 4 - 6 and 13 - 15 Available. 2 Night Minimum! Reduced Rates! 🏝️⛱️🏝️🐡🐬🦈🦀

September 4 - 6 and 13 - 15 Available. 2 Night Minimum! Reduced Rates! 🏝️⛱️🏝️🐡🐬🦈🦀

Gulf Shores
Stay at this vacation home in Gulf Shores. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Fort Morgan Beach and Kiva Dunes Golf ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (183 reviews)
"Check in was very simple. The kitchen was well-appointed with cookware for most every need."

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025

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September 4 - 6 and 13 - 15 Available. 2 Night Minimum! Reduced Rates! 🏝️⛱️🏝️🐡🐬🦈🦀
Beachside Resort Hotel

Beachside Resort Hotel

2 out of 5
610 W Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, AL
$83 nightly
The price is $96 total per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
$96 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
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. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,515 reviews)
"Clean room and friendly staff. Right directly across from the beach! Walking distance for food and shopping."

Reviewed on Aug 24, 2025

Beachside Resort Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn Orange Beach Beachfront

Hilton Garden Inn Orange Beach Beachfront

3 out of 5
23092 Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach, AL
$127 nightly
The price is $147 total per night from Sep 3 to Sep 4
$147 total
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Orange Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,143 reviews)
Good
"The location was perfect, the accommodations were great and the staff was very helpful and friendly. There are only a few things I didn’t like: the mini fridge went out and the decor was a little worn"

Reviewed on Aug 24, 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Orange Beach Beachfront
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
$119 nightly
The price is $138 total per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
$138 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Orange Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
Dog friendly, close to beach access
"Our check in was smooth and the front desk staff was friendly and helpful. The room was a great set up for our fam of 4 passing thru on our way to Florida. Dog friendly, cute decor, and a 2 min drive / 5 min walk to beach access."

Reviewed on Aug 25, 2025

Hotel Indigo Orange Beach - Gulf Shores by IHG
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Other neighborhoods around Surf Side Shores

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Morgantown

5/5(1 area review)

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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Cabana Beach

When in Cabana Beach, you can plan a visit to Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge and Kiva Dunes Golf Course, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Cabana Beach
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Fort Morgan Pines

While Fort Morgan Pines might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Fort Morgan Beach and Fort Morgan.

Fort Morgan Pines
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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
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