Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Foley travel guide

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You're Going to Love Foley

With a population of 14,618, Foley is a must-see destination in Alabama, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Foley has to offer.

Where to Eat in Foley

If you’re looking for affordable options, Local and Company Food+Drink (812 N McKenzie st) and Gelato Joe's (202 E Michigan Ave a) are great picks.

When to visit Foley

Foley in December
Estimated hotel price
$80
1 night at 3-star hotel
Foley in December
Estimated hotel price
$80
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Foley

Plane

When flying to Foley, you’ll arrive at Gulf Shores Jack Edwards (GUF), which is located 8 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Foley is to pick up a car rental from New Orleans, which is about 146 miles from Foley. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Turo, among others, in New Orleans.

Plane

When flying to Foley, you’ll arrive at Gulf Shores Jack Edwards (GUF), which is located 8 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Foley is to pick up a car rental from New Orleans, which is about 146 miles from Foley. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Turo, among others, in New Orleans.

Airlines serving Foley

Lufthansa
Good (8,245 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,577 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,238 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,246 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,606 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,664 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,246 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,998 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,701 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,432 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,982 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,039 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,319 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (2,569 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,926 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,457 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,977 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,218 reviews)
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Where to stay in Foley

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Foley - N Gulf Shores By IHG and Hampton Inn Foley.

Where to stay in popular areas of Foley

Most booked hotels in Foley

The Lodge at Gulf State Park, a Hilton Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1223 reviews)
$127+
Embassy Suites by Hilton Gulf Shores Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9, 136 reviews)
$155+
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Foley
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 106 reviews)
$102+
Hampton Inn Gulf Shores
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 920 reviews)
$110+
Courtyard by Marriott Gulf Shores Craft Farms
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 644 reviews)
$86+
Econo Lodge Inn and Suites Foley-North Gulf Shores
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1845 reviews)
$62+

Renting a car in Foley

Renting a car in Foley costs $70 per day, on average, or $210 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 18% cheaper than airport locations in Foley.

Expect to pay $4.81 per gallon in Foley (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.69 and $76.92. The most frequently booked car type in Foley is Standard (Class Standard SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 32% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Foley costs $70 per day, on average, or $210 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 18% cheaper than airport locations in Foley.

Expect to pay $4.81 per gallon in Foley (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.69 and $76.92. The most frequently booked car type in Foley is Standard (Class Standard SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 32% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.