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

Orange Beach travel guide

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You're Going to Love Orange Beach

With a population of 5.441, Orange Beach is a must-see destination in Alabama, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Orange Beach deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Orange Beach

If you’re looking for affordable options, Louisiana Lagniappe - Orange Beach (27267 Perdido Beach Blvd) and Zeke's Restaurant (26619 Perdido Beach Blvd) are great picks.

When to visit Orange Beach

Orange Beach in January
Estimated hotel price
$112
1 night at 3-star hotel
Orange Beach in January
Estimated hotel price
$112
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Orange Beach

Plane

When flying to Orange Beach, you’ll arrive at Gulf Shores Jack Edwards (GUF), which is located 9 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Orange Beach is to pick up a car rental from New Orleans, which is about 241 km from Orange Beach. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Nola Rent A Car, among others, in New Orleans.

Plane

When flying to Orange Beach, you’ll arrive at Gulf Shores Jack Edwards (GUF), which is located 9 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Orange Beach is to pick up a car rental from New Orleans, which is about 241 km from Orange Beach. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Nola Rent A Car, among others, in New Orleans.

Airports near Orange Beach

MOBMobile
PNSPensacola
VPSValparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Airlines serving Orange Beach

KLM
Good (1,434 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,649 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,014 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,605 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,056 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,105 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,686 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,442 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,513 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,551 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,620 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,339 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,512 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,898 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,075 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,894 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,038 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,660 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,185 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (8,196 reviews)
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Where to stay in Orange Beach

Average rates range from around $224 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $257 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Orange Beach and Holiday Inn Express Orange Beach-On The Beach By IHG.

Where to stay in popular areas of Orange Beach

Most booked hotels in Orange Beach

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Best Western Premier The Tides
3 stars
Excellent (9, 1978 reviews)
$98+
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Island House Hotel Orange Beach - a DoubleTree by Hilton
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1208 reviews)
$131+
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The Lodge at Gulf State Park, a Hilton Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1166 reviews)
$84+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Orange Beach/Gulf Front
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1779 reviews)
$109+
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Gulf Shores Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 38 reviews)
$152+
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Sleep Inn Orange Beach
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 2371 reviews)
$85+
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Renting a car in Orange Beach

Renting a car in Orange Beach costs $63 per day, on average, or $127 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 41% cheaper than airport locations in Orange Beach.

Expect to pay $3.26 per gallon in Orange Beach (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.

Renting a car in Orange Beach costs $63 per day, on average, or $127 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 41% cheaper than airport locations in Orange Beach.

Expect to pay $3.26 per gallon in Orange Beach (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.

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