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

KLM
Good (1,459 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,790 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,752 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,212 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,117 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,321 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,533 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,522 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,691 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,733 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,362 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,904 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,900 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,048 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,709 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,093 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,194 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,921 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (8,473 reviews)
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Where to stay in Foley

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Towneplace Suites By Marriott Foley At Owa 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 (8.8, 1172 reviews)
$153+
Towneplace Suites By Marriott Foley At Owa
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 558 reviews)
$114+
Embassy Suites by Hilton Gulf Shores Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9, 55 reviews)
$168+
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Foley - N Gulf Shores By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 949 reviews)
$88+
Econo Lodge Inn and Suites Foley-North Gulf Shores
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1593 reviews)
$51+
Courtyard by Marriott Gulf Shores Craft Farms
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 625 reviews)
$99+

Renting a car in Foley

Renting a car in Foley costs $51 per day, on average, or $153 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 78% cheaper than airport locations in Foley.

Expect to pay $3.26 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 $39.07 and $52.09. The most frequently booked car type in Foley is Mini (Fiat 500 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Class Full-size Truck or similar) are, on average, 48% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Foley costs $51 per day, on average, or $153 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 78% cheaper than airport locations in Foley.

Expect to pay $3.26 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 $39.07 and $52.09. The most frequently booked car type in Foley is Mini (Fiat 500 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Class Full-size Truck or similar) are, on average, 48% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.