the modest suites with conservative furnishings feature free wi-fi and flat-screen tvs, along with kitchenettes and sitting areas. other amenities include an outdoor pool and a furnished sundeck. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. this down-to-earth, all-suite budget hotel is a mile from shopping at tanger outlets, and 9 miles from the white sands of gulf shores public beach. parking is complimentary Pensacola International Airport 59 min
Waterville USA/Escape House (17 min) Amusement park with attractions including mini-golf, laser tag, go-karts & seasonal water rides. The Park at OWA (7 min) Playful theme park with 22 rides from roller coasters to spinning tea cups, plus games & shows. Foley Railroad Museum & Model Train Exhibit (8 min) Free museum featuring a huge, remote-controlled model railroad, real train cars & other exhibits. The Track - Gulf Shores (12 min) Outdoor amusement park with go-kart tracks & bumper boats, plus roller coasters & arcade games. Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail - Rosemary Dunes Trailhead (26 min) Start point for a walking & biking route through pines, coastal sands & wetland alligator habitats. Pirate's Island Adventure Golf (12 min) Adventure-themed miniature golf courses with pirate ships, waterfalls & tropical surrounds. Adventure Island (26 min) Amusement park with go-karts, bumper boats, laser tag, kiddie rides & an erupting volcano replica. Gulf State Park (16 min) Serene park with beaches, trails & pier fishing plus tennis, golf & a zip line above the dunes. The Wharf (17 min) Waterfront area with shops, a marina, restaurants, rides, miniature golf & an amphitheater. Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo (10 min) Home to more than 500 animals, this zoo offers hands-on experiences with kangaroos & other critters. Gulf Shores Shrimp Fest (19 min) Alligator Alley (19 min) Swamp sanctuary offers an elevated boardwalk with a close view of hundreds of alligators & wildlife. Gulf Shores Public Beach (19 min) Tranquil coastline retreat for swimming, boarding, sunbathing & walking. Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge (28 min) Beach refuge known for sea turtles, migratory birds & other wildlife offers trails & events. Gulf State Park Pier (22 min) This long, wide pier with scenic beach & ocean views is a popular place for fishing. |