Hotel Overview
Perfect for the purpose of my visit
The room was more than adequate. The location of the hotel is a hike from the central area of Gulf...
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Rox57
- Apr 27, 2012
weekday overnight stay
Hotel was futher away than expected from gulf shores. When we arrived, no one at desk. I waited for...
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JohnnyBlaze
- Nov 23, 2011
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Hotel Map
- Nearby airports
- MOBILE, (MOB), 75.00, MI; Pensacola, (PNS), 35.00, MI;
- Area description
- Resort, resort
Amenities
- Accessible facilities
- ATM/Cash Machine
- Bar/Lounge
- Bath Tub
- Beach
- Business center
- Car Rental Desk
- Children's Activities
- Coffee Maker in Room
- Continental Breakfast
- Cribs Available
- Desk with Lamp
- DVD Player
- Email Service
- Executive Level
- FAX
- Free breakfast
- Free Local Telephone Calls
- Free Newspaper
- Golf
- Hairdryer in Room
- High-speed Internet
- Ice Machine
- Internet Access
- Ironing Board
- Maid Service
- Microwave
- Outdoor Pool
- Outlet Adapters
- Overhead Projector
- Parking
- Pool
- Safe Deposit Box
- Satellite TV
- Shops/Commercial Services
- Temperature Control
- Tennis
- TV
- White Board
Dining
- Bubba's Seafood
- Located across the street from the hotel. Ask about daily lunch specials.
- Live Bait
- Fresh Seafood and Live Entertainment.
- Mango's on the Island
- Elegant dining upstairs from Calypso's in Orange Beach Marina.
- Tacky Jacks
- Serving the locally famous "Farmer's Omlet" for breakfast and a delicious variety of food for lunch and dinner. Located in Cotton Bayou.
- Gulf Island Grill
- Gulf Island Grill
- The Sand Bar
- Relax by the pool and enjoy our seasonal bar featuring a variety of frozen and mixed drinks.
- The Flora-Bama
- Located on the sandy white beaches of Alabama and Florida featuring live bands.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 04:00 PM
- Check-out:
- 11:00 AM
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel and not by Orbitz
Guest Reviews (43)
Ratings and reviews for Holiday Inn Express ORANGE BEACH-ON THE BEACH
- All travelers (43) 4 / 5
- Business (2) 3.5 / 5
- Couples (15) 3.8 / 5
- Families (18) 4.1 / 5
- Friends (5) 4 / 5
- Singles (3) 4.3 / 5
- Amenities:
- 4.2
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.2
- Hotel staff:
- 4.3
- Room comfort:
- 4.3
- Location:
- 4.7
- Value:
- 3.9
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
CHILLAXIN IN OBA
CHILLAXIN' IN OBA
OUR FIRST 2 NIGHTS WERE GREAT BED WAS MADE, EVERYTHING GREAT!!! THIRD DAY WAS AWFUL AS FAR AS HOUSECLEANING...NO SOAP, NO COFFEE...DIRTY TOWELS LEFT IN FLOOR...TRASH CANS FULL. THE REST WAS GREAT! BREAKFAST WAS WONDERFUL EVERY MORNING!!!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 2
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 2
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
JAKE'S IS RIGHT ACROSS THE STREET AND IT WAS GREAT!!! BUBBA'S IS PRETTY GOOD BUT NO AIR CONDITIONER AND NO PATIO TO EAT ON...
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Rox57
Perfect for the purpose of my visit
The room was more than adequate. The location of the hotel is a hike from the central area of Gulf Shores but I was not there to shop, but to relax and enjoy the ocean. I found the staff to be quite attentive and helpful. The pool area was nice and being right on the beach is exactly what I wanted. Not many hotels in Gulf Shores anymore.....all condos so this was a diamond in the rough!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Wenchells Oyster House is less than 1/2 mile from the hotel!
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
JohnnyBlaze
weekday overnight stay
Hotel was futher away than expected from gulf shores. When we arrived, no one at desk. I waited for around 10 minutes, looking around to see if anyone worked there. Another couple came in and wanted to check in also. After waiting for some time, they called the hotel from cell and we could hear the hotel phone ringing. After a second call and a wait of 20 minutes, the girl came around from back where the phone was ringing. No apologizes. She gave me a room, only to find out, it was on the bottom floor beside the meeting room filled with a loud party of people. I asked for another room and she gave me another key on upper floor. After moving my bags, waiting on the elevator and finding the new room, we walked into a dirty, uncleaned, unmade room. I left my bags and down to the desk again. She acted like she did not believe me when I told her of the condition. She did give me another room with a pool view on the bottom floor. Said it was an upcharge but she would comp it for our trouble. We moved bags again and finally got to a usable room. Breakfast was good in the morning and checkout was smooth with another face at the desk. I have stayed at many Holiday Inn Express without any complaints, but I don't plan on staying at this one ever again. Hopefully no one else will have these issues. Bad business!!!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 2
- Hotel staff:
- 1
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
getaway girl1
Nice hotel, steps from the beach, free hot breakfast and 30min from great outlet. We had a room issue (reserved a room facing the beach )and this was resolved the next day. Pleasant find.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Mary C
Not your typical Holiday Inn Express
The fact that we were just steps from the beach and didn't want to waste time looking elsewhere was the only reason we stayed all 3 nights. We were given a smelly handicap room which we did not need or want. It was ugly and the mattresses were stained and sunk in the middle. We waited until 5:00 pm each day for the towels to be brought. I felt that we were perhaps given this room because we had booked through a third party. Very disappointed!!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 2
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- 1
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 2
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Happy Orange Beach Goer
Great hotel.
We loved the pool, and we had a fantastic 4th floor gulf-front room with a view of the beach. We enjoyed the pool-side bar, and the chairs provided by the hotel on the beach. We also indulged in the free breakfasts. Our room was great and had a refrigerator, "kitchen" sink, and microwave. We loved our balcony and bathroom as well. Our only things that could have been improved upon was the pool side bar could have offered a few more snacks (although the hot dog was delicious), and the beach-side chairs could have been a little less expensive (25 dollars per day).
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Max74
A gem among the mist of towers
The hotel was the smallest building among the condo's on the beach. At first we were hesitant because you could tell it was older then the other buildings, but once we checked in all hesitation was removed. The staff was great. Always smiling and made us aware they were there to make sure our time at the beach was enjoyable. Each morning we woke to a hot breakfast. Served something different each morning. The omelet morning was our favorite along with the warm cinamon rolls. We will definitely stay here on our next visit!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Sightseeing tip:
Short drive from hotel
If you ride the ferry over to see Fort Gaines, you do not need to take your care. The Fort and aquarian are a short walk once you get off the ferry. Also they have a bus you can ride for $1.00 once you arive, if you want to go to the bird sancuary. We paid the $35.00 to take our car when we could have paid $5.00 each as a walk on.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Jeaux
Almost perfect!
Only problem was maid didn't clean the coffee pot! Everything else was fabulous!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
Short drive to Foley...Lambert's Cafe' ! They throw hot rolls to you! Wonderful food, and they come around with pots of peas, cabbage, etc. ...lots of fun! Don't miss it!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
JuanQ
Great spot for the Price!!
This hotel is located in a great spot. Close to the restaurants AND the beach. Nice pool with bar when you're tired of the beach. I would recommend this to friends.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Haley
Yay Beach
Loved the location and the free breakfast. Bartendar at the pool was great and drinks were fantastic. Pretty good for the money! Bunch of kids running around but that was expected (we have no kids). Beach was clean. Renting beach chairs and umbrella's seemed expensive so we just sat on a blanket.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
