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, Villaggio Grille at the Wharf (4790 Main Street, F108) and Ginny Lane Bar & Grill (4780 Wharf Parkway S101) are great picks.

When to visit Orange Beach

Orange Beach in January
Estimated hotel price
$122
1 night at 3-star hotel
Orange Beach in January
Estimated hotel price
$122
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 5 miles 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 150 miles from Orange Beach. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Economy 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 5 miles 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 150 miles from Orange Beach. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Economy Rent a Car, among others, in New Orleans.

Airports near Orange Beach

MOBMobile
PNSPensacola
VPSValparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Airlines serving Orange Beach

Lufthansa
Good (7,407 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,386 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,363 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,957 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,924 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,924 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,336 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,145 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,486 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,894 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,324 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,174 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (963 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,559 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (8,019 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,847 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,140 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,696 reviews)
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Where to stay in Orange Beach

Average rates range from around $225 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $292 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn & Suites Orange Beach/Gulf Front and Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Orange Beach.

Where to stay in popular areas of Orange Beach

Most booked hotels in Orange Beach

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Hotel Indigo Orange Beach - Gulf Shores By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 556 reviews)
$127+
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Best Western Premier The Tides
3 stars
Excellent (9, 1923 reviews)
$113+
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Island House Hotel Orange Beach - a DoubleTree by Hilton
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1193 reviews)
$172+
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The Lodge at Gulf State Park, a Hilton Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1144 reviews)
$117+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Orange Beach/Gulf Front
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1746 reviews)
$167+
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Staybridge Suites Gulf Shores By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1089 reviews)
$92+
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Renting a car in Orange Beach

Renting a car in Orange Beach costs $71 per day, on average, or $142 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 16% cheaper than airport locations in Orange Beach.

Expect to pay $3.56 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 $42.70 and $56.93. Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Orange Beach, while also 36% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Orange Beach costs $71 per day, on average, or $142 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 16% cheaper than airport locations in Orange Beach.

Expect to pay $3.56 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 $42.70 and $56.93. Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Orange Beach, while also 36% cheaper than other types, on average.

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