The Best Western Premier The Tides Hotel in Orange Beach, Alabama, is the perfect family-friendly hotel right on the beach.
Best Western Tides Hotel
When the opportunity came up to stay at Best Western Premier The Tides Hotel in Orange Beach, we jumped at the chance. We are working with the Gulf Shores-Orange Beach Visitors Bureau to visit local hotels so we can share our 1st hand knowledge with everyone.
Every time we walk the beach at Cotton Bayou, I look up at the beachfront balconies at The Tides and think about how epic it would be to wake up to sunrise on the balcony.
The private hotel balconies offer unbelievable views over the white sand beaches we all love. You can't go wrong looking at the Gulf of Mexico in awe while relaxing in your room.
Once we checked into The Tides Hotel, we knew we were in for a treat. The lobby is on the fourth floor, with sweeping views out over the water. I had difficulty paying attention at check-in due to looking out over the water.
The lobby has a fantastic seating area that is perfect for relaxing while enjoying the view. There is also an outside covered patio that would be amazing on a gorgeous evening.
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Room Types
The Best Western Tides Hotel offers a few different types of rooms, including beachfront with direct Gulf views, Beach View with side views of the Gulf, and Inland that overlooks the parking lot and neighboring properties.
Room types include:
- Beach Front - 2 Queen + 2 single bunk beds
- Beach Front - 2 Queen beds
- Beach Front - 1 King Bed
- Inland (no view) - 1 King + 2 single bunk beds
- Inland (no view) - 2 Queens + 2 single bunk beds
- Beach View - 2 Queen beds
- Beach View Oversize Balcony - 2 Queen Beds
- Beach View Accessible - 2 Queen Beds
- Beach View Accessible - 1 King Bed
This 86-room property features accents of natural driftwood and is decorated in the perfect balance of coastal decor. The hotel decorations perfectly fit the coastal charm of Orange Beach.
The Inland Rooms do not feature a balcony but have a large window to let light in.
We stayed in a Beach Front Corner Deluxe room with a king bed and bunkbed. This room is perfect for a family! The bunk bedroom has its own TV and storage area so kids can have their own space.
The corner balcony is swoon-worthy! We were able to watch the sunset from the balcony after enjoying an amazing pizza in the lobby.
My husband fell asleep sitting on the balcony, listening to the waves below. It was unbelievably relaxing and such a treat to slow down and soak in the views and sounds of the beach.
Room Amenities
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- 43 inch Flatscreen TV
- Microwave, mini-fridge, Keurig coffee maker
- Hairdryer
- Iron and ironing board
- In-room safe
- Sofa Bed
Make sure to use the coconut lotion in the bathroom. This is the first time in 15 years I have mentioned hotel lotion in a blog post, but it is so good. It smells like a lotion you would find in a high-end tropical store.
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The Tides Hotel - Onsite Restaurants and Bars
One of the benefits of staying at Best Western Orange Beach Tides Hotel is the onsite dining available in the lobby area.
You can enjoy freshly baked pizzas in the expansive lobby without worrying about running around town. They also have a truly amazing breakfast buffet everyone needs to try.
High Tides Lobby Bar
High Tides Lobby Bar is located in the 4th-floor lobby area, featuring gorgeous views of the Gulf of Mexico.
They are known for their amazing homemade pizza. I have to tell you the pizza is delicious! We met Chef Carl who brought our pizza out to the lobby and was super sweet.
While talking to Chef Carl, we learned that he roasts fresh garlic to make the roasted garlic oil for the Perdido and Shoreline Pizza. I had pineapples on my pizza, and he cut the pineapples fresh by hand.
All of the vegetables are cut in-house, and the pizzas are made fresh when you order them. They can customize a pizza with the toppings that you want on it.
My husband had the Land Lovers pizza, and it was packed with meaty goodness. He took one bite and told me it was one of the best pizzas in Orange Beach.
I would think about booking a night at The Tides Hotel so we could enjoy pizza and a drink on the deck overlooking the water.
Pizza options include:
- Classic Cheese
- Classic Pepperoni
- Perdido - Garlic oil, steak, mushroom, red onion, rosemary and thyme
- Shoreline - Roasted garlic oil, shredded mozzarella, fresh mozzarella, bacon, red onion, arugula, and balsamic glaze.
- North Shore - Red sauce, shredded Mozzarella, pulled pork, pineapple, red onion, grated parmesan
- Land Lover - Red sauce, shredded mozzarella, pepperoni, Italian sausage, pulled pork, bacon, and grated parmesan.
- Tidal Wave - Red sauce, shredded mozzarella, pepperoni, Italian sausage, red onion, green pepper, mushroom, kalamata olive, and grated parmesan
- Intercoastal - Garlic oil, shredded mozzarella, red onion, green pepper, mushroom, kalamata olive, pineapple, Roma tomato, roasted red pepper, and feta
- Romar - Garlic oil, Gulf shrimp, roasted red pepper, red onion, crushed red pepper, and cilantro
Make sure to check out The Tides Hotel cocktail with coconut rum, lime, blue curacao, pineapple, and Grand Marnier.
They also have a Bushwacker, fruity frozen cocktails, beer (bottle and can), seltzers, and on the rocks drinks.
Breakfast and Coffee Shop
The breakfast and coffee shop features Lavazza brand espresso-style drinks, freshly baked muffins, pastries, and croissants. They also offer southern biscuits and gravy, shrimp & grits, crepes, and more.
Breakfast Buffet
I NEED you to stay at The Tides so you can enjoy one of the best breakfasts in Orange Beach. I can't believe I am saying this about a hotel breakfast buffet, but it was that good.
Please take the time to meet Gerald and have one of his epic crepes or omelets. I had a strawberry blueberry crepe that was a work of art. It was so great that I could have been in a high-end restaurant.
Gerald also whipped up a freshly made omelet that tasted amazing. You can choose from a bunch of ingredients to create your omelet.
If you are not a crepe or omelet person, don't worry. The buffet also has shrimp and grits, biscuits and gravy, a yogurt bar with freshly cut fruit, white chocolate chips, granola, and more.
There is an assortment of pastries and bread, bacon, sausage, eggs, oatmeal, cereal, and more.
I promise you will not leave this buffet hungry unless you choose to. Sydney and the rest of the staff are excellent. They want you to have the best experience possible while you are at the hotel.
Sydney told me they want people to be able to relax and enjoy their time at the hotel.
Low Tides Poolside Bar
Low Tides is located next to the Gulf front pool, offering delicious cocktails!
They were closed during our visit due to winter weather. We can't wait to go back this spring and try a drink by the pool.
Grab and Go Deli
The food in the grab-and-go deli is made in-house, and it looks incredible. The salads and wraps looked so good we almost did a bit of grocery shopping to bring meals home with us.
Make sure to pick up a bag of freshly baked cookies! Yes, you read that right. They have freshly baked cookies available in the lobby. During our stay, they had chocolate chip, oatmeal raisin, peanut butter, and white chocolate macadamia.
The Tides Orange Beach Hotel Amenities
Outdoor Pool and Hot Tub
There is a great outdoor pool that is heated open from 10 am to 10 pm. The views from the pool deck are swoon-worthy!
Grab a drink from the Low Tides Bar and relax with a great view of the beach and Gulf.
This would be the perfect place to relax with a new vacation book.
Exercise Room/Gym
The fitness center is open from 6 am to 9 pm. It includes weight lifting equipment, stationary bike, and treadmill.
Beach Rentals
Beach Chairs and Umbrellas can be rented from Perdido Beach Service right on the beach. Their standard beach package includes a standard umbrella and two beach chairs.
They also have beach equipment rentals, including paddleboards, boogie boards, and kayaks.
This service is available seasonally from March to September.
Why you will love staying at The Tides
- Helpful Staff/ Southern Hospitality
- Gorgeous beachfront hotel
- Gorgeous views of Alabama famous beaches
- Beachfront pool deck and bar
- Located in the heart of beautiful Orange Beach
- Kids and adults will love the easy beach access
The attention to detail at The Tides Hotel is 5 star. My husband and I kept commenting to each other that we felt like we were in a high-end hotel on the beach.
Everything in the hotel was super clean and comfortable. The staff made sure that we had everything we needed to enjoy our staycation on the beach.
We are already talking about needing to book another getaway so we can relax on the balcony.
Things to know when planning your stay at Best Western The Tides Orange Beach
Reservations - Book your hotel stay here.
Hotel Address - 26650 Perdido Beach Boulevard, Orange Beach, AL 36561
Located close to the Cotton Bayou Public Beach
Check-in Time - 4 pm
Check-Out Time - 11 am
Minimum check-in age - 21
Pets - Pets are not allowed at this hotel.
Smoking - The Best Western Tides Orange Beach is a 100% smoke-free hotel
Parking - Covered parking is available for $10/day per vehicle.
Distance from nearby airports:
Gulf Shores International Airport - 6 miles
Starting in May 2025, Gulf Shores will have Allegiant Airlines flights coming in from multiple cities.
Pensacola International Airport - 35 miles
Mobile Regional Airport - 71 miles
The Tides Hotel is part of Innisfree Hotels
Orange Beach Restaurants and Attractions near the hotel
Cotton's Restaurant - This local restaurant is right across the street from the hotel.
CoastAL Orange Beach - Just down the street is an excellent waterfront restaurant.
Carvers Steakhouse - Great steakhouse with delicious food.
Del's Ice Cream - Make sure to try the brownie sundae!
Deep South Cake Company - Get the Caramel cupcakes! YUM!
Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Tours
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Pontoon Boat Rentals - Enjoy cruising the waters of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach on a Pontoon. Check out the pontoon boats with slides for extra fun. Book your Boat Rental Here
Parasailing - Check out the epic views as you parasail in the Gulf of Mexico. Look for wildlife and you float high above the water. Book your Parasailing Trip Here
Jet Ski Rentals - Jet Ski Tours and rentals are a great way to explore the back bays of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. Book your Jet Ski Rental Here
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