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 one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Orange Beach has to offer.

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 June
Estimated package price
$128
2 travelers
Flight to Orange Beach
3 nights at hotel
Orange Beach in June
Estimated package price
$128
2 travelers
Flight to Orange Beach
3 nights at 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 Turo, 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 Turo, among others, in New Orleans.

Airports near Orange Beach

MOBMobile
PNSPensacola
VPSValparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Airlines serving Orange Beach

Lufthansa
Good (8,084 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,530 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,062 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,423 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,241 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,612 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,866 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,590 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,842 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,231 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,414 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,990 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,550 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (2,877 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,940 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,487 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,248 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,841 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,218 reviews)
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Where to stay in Orange Beach

Average rates range from around $384 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $450 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express Orange Beach-On The Beach by IHG and Sleep Inn Orange Beach.

Where to stay in popular areas of Orange Beach

Most booked hotels in Orange Beach

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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Orange Beach at The Wharf
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 778 reviews)
$152+
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Best Western Premier The Tides
3 stars
Excellent (9, 2034 reviews)
$202+
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Island House Hotel Orange Beach - a DoubleTree by Hilton
4 stars
Excellent (9, 1232 reviews)
$250+
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Gulf Shores Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 84 reviews)
$256+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Orange Beach/Gulf Front
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1814 reviews)
$246+
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Hampton Inn Gulf Shores
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 885 reviews)
$126+
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Renting a car in Orange Beach

Renting a car in Orange Beach costs $68 per day, on average, or $205 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 29% cheaper than airport locations in Orange Beach.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47. The most frequently booked car type in Orange Beach is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) are, on average, 17% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Orange Beach costs $68 per day, on average, or $205 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 29% cheaper than airport locations in Orange Beach.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47. The most frequently booked car type in Orange Beach is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) are, on average, 17% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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