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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
Orange Beach Welcome Center

Orange Beach Welcome Center

After visiting Orange Beach Welcome Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Orange Beach. Stroll along the seaside or experience the great live music in this family-friendly area.

Orange Beach Welcome Center

Activities

Parasailing Gulf Coast in Alabama

Parasailing Gulf Coast in Alabama

NZ$158
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Parasailing Gulf Coast in Alabama
Orange Beach: Dolphin-Watching Eco-Boat Tour

Orange Beach: Dolphin-Watching Eco-Boat Tour

NZ$57
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

NZ$127
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

NZ$83
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

NZ$137
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Orange Beach: Sunset Sailing Cruise Aboard The Cetacean
2-Hour Dolphin and Nature Eco Tour from Orange Beach

2-Hour Dolphin and Nature Eco Tour from Orange Beach

NZ$63
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
2-Hour Dolphin and Nature Eco Tour from Orange Beach
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Our pick of the best Cotton Bayou Hotel Deals

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 WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,469 reviews)
"The convenience of everything was in area. It was nice"

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

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Beachside Resort Hotel
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
The price is NZ$363 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$363
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Orange Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,200 reviews)
"Close to everything."

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

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

Hilton Garden Inn Orange Beach Beachfront

3 out of 5
23092 Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach, AL
The price is NZ$330 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$330
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & 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! (1,132 reviews)
"Yes,the staff was very courteous and kind, and it was my birthday and they made me feel special,I love the scenery and the quietness of the ocean view..I had a little problem and the staff took care of it right away very homely friendly people and I will come back again and tell others.tyvm for your ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Orange Beach Beachfront
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 NZ$310 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$310
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Orange Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,102 reviews)
"The location is great for many dining options and access to the beach. Chair and umbrella rentals are great because it’s a smaller hotel so you aren’t as crowded. I do recommend the ocean view."

Reviewed on 17 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 NZ$388 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
NZ$388
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Orange Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,013 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 NZ$262 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
NZ$262
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & 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! (1,003 reviews)
"I absolutely loved my time here! Hotel was clean no problems at all !!! I would definitely stay here again when I’m in the area"

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

Hotel Indigo Orange Beach - Gulf Shores by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Cotton Bayou

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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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