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
$123
1 night at 3-star hotel
Orange Beach in January
Estimated hotel price
$123
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 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 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 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 (1,405 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,553 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,004 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,495 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,007 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,000 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,402 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,660 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,404 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,560 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,241 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,115 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,874 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,002 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,604 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,160 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (8,113 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,673 reviews)
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Where to stay in Orange Beach

Average rates range from around $216 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $220 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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Hotel Indigo Orange Beach - Gulf Shores By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 562 reviews)
$106+
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Best Western Premier The Tides
3 stars
Excellent (9, 1962 reviews)
$114+
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Island House Hotel Orange Beach - a DoubleTree by Hilton
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1199 reviews)
$138+
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The Lodge at Gulf State Park, a Hilton Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1154 reviews)
$121+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Orange Beach/Gulf Front
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1771 reviews)
$137+
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Staybridge Suites Gulf Shores By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1101 reviews)
$92+
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Renting a car in Orange Beach

Renting a car in Orange Beach costs $63 per day, on average, or $126 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 37% cheaper than airport locations in Orange Beach.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51.

Renting a car in Orange Beach costs $63 per day, on average, or $126 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 37% cheaper than airport locations in Orange Beach.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51.

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