Gulf Shores Hotels, Resorts, and Rentals

About Gulf Shores Vacation Rentals

There are more than 24897 places to stay in Gulf Shores that are available. These options include hotels, resorts, rentals as well as short-term private accommodations (i.e. RVs, Condos, Cabins, Chalets, etc.). The places can provide you with a great option on your next holiday. Compare many places to stay in Gulf Shores.

Are you seeking a last-minute hotel deal, or are you wanting to find the best deals available for hotels, resorts, cottages, condos, private villas, chalets, or a large vacation homes? With Hotala Gulf Shores, you can quickly compare different options to find the hottest deals with a single click. Looking for a resort with an infinity pool, hot tub, is pet-friendly, or features a large master suite bedrooms or has a fireplace? You can find hotels, resorts, or other popular Airbnb-style properties in or near Gulf Shores. Places to stay near Gulf Shores are 1052 ft² on average, with prices averaging US $420 a night.

Hotala makes it easy to find and compare hotels, resorts, and holiday rentals in Gulf Shores with prices often listed at a 30-40% off the rack rate. Just enter your destination and secure your reservation today.

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Things to Know Before You Visit Gulf Shores

Gulf Shores is a well-known, Alabama travel destination on the Gulf of Mexico. The city starts just 60 miles south of Mobile, AL and ends 20 miles east of downtown Pensacola, FL. The beaches in Alabama are known for their white sands and clear emerald waters. Unlike most travel destinations in America, Gulf Shores offers some year round travel opportunities to enjoy the best of Alabama tourism available there all year long.

The best time to travel to Gulf Shores is anytime, but certain seasons are better than others for enjoying the best of what Alabama tourism can offer in Gulf Shores. The summer months are very popular with families and college students, since the beaches are much quieter than during spring break or on the weekends. Winter is also another very popular travel time, since it is one of the best times to catch some great travel deals and plan a fun trip to Gulf Shores.

One of the main attractions to visit in Gulf Shores is the sugar-white sands and emerald waters of the Gulf Coast. The water is so clear, you can see all sorts of sea life without even needing to go snorkeling or scuba diving. There are also plenty of things to do in Gulf Shores, like visiting famous attractions like Orange Beach, AL, renting a boat for the day, or playing on some of the best golf courses in Alabama.

Everyone can have an exciting travel experience by taking a look at all that Gulf Shores has to offer.

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Top Hotels, Resorts, Rentals, Villas, Vacation Homes, Cottages, B&B and Cabins Accommodation Types in Gulf Shores

Type Count
Vacation Homes 6895
Holiday Apartments 2918
Cottages 372
Villas 33
Unique Vacation Rentals 28
Cabin Rentals 21
Others 6
B&B 4
Unique Vacation Rentals 1

Use these Quick Filters to Find a Vacation Rental in Gulf Shores

Pro Tip: Hotala has aggregated the supply of many of the leading websites including providers of short-term rentals, OTAs (including Booking.com, Agoda, Airbnb, and others). Use the Advanced Filter feature at the top to compare homes, hotels, vacation rentals, bed and breakfasts, private Airbnb-style rentals, eco-friendly properties, and more. We want to help you find the hottest places and best places to stay in Gulf Shores.

Weather in Gulf Shores, AL

View the weather forecast for Gulf Shores before booking your Gulf Shores Vacation Rentals to confirm your best time to go.

December - February
High 60°F       Low 26°F
March - May
High 77°F       Low 40°F
June - August
High 91°F       Low 64°F
September - November
High 84°F       Low 38°F

Frequently Asked Questions About Gulf Shores?

What are the top hotels or resorts in Gulf Shores?

You have a lot of choices in or near Gulf Shores. If you need a hotel in the Gulf Shores area, consider making a reservation for a few nights at one of our suggested properties as these have been known to be the Top Vacation Rentals and Places to Stay in Gulf Shores:

How many vacation rentals have private pools in Gulf Shores?

There are 4525 accommodation options with private pools in or near Gulf Shores. Top-rated hotels, resorts, and places to stay that have access to a swimming pool include:

Which hotel or resort in Gulf Shores is best for families?

If you are looking for a family-friendly hotel, resort, or vacation home in Gulf Shores, check out one of the following places to stay as all are highly-rated accommodation choices with excellent reviews for families or groups staying in Gulf Shores:

How many hotels, resorts, or rentals are available in Gulf Shores?

At present, the total number of properties listed by Hotala -- including hotels, resorts, and rentals -- as of 2026 is over 24897 in the Gulf Shores area, and still growing. By combining listings from multiple websites, Hotala provides a huge selection of the best hotels, resorts, and vacation properties in Gulf Shores.

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