The Lodge at Gulf State Park in Gulf Shores, Alabama, offers gorgeous rooms, a sustainable hotel experience, and great restaurants with easy access to Gulf State Park and the Beach!
The Lodge at Gulf State Park
One of the really cool things about staying at the Lodge at Gulf State Park is they are a leader in sustainable tourism.
I highly suggest reading the interpretive panels spread throughout the property, which explain how they are incorporating the principles of ecotourism into the entire guest experience.
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Room Types
There are 350 guest rooms at the Gulf State Park Lodge. Half of the rooms have Gulf of Mexico views from a private balcony, while the others look out towards Lake Shelby and Gulf State Park.
Guest Room options include one king bed, two queen beds, one king bed with a bunk bed, or a room with two bunk beds. Rooms with private balconies are also available.
Suite options include two-room suites, junior suites, and meeting suites.
Accessible rooms
Accessible rooms feature audio/strobe alarms, doorbells, and telephones. They have roll-in showers or accessible bathtubs.
- Hearing accessible one king and one bunk bed Gulf front balcony studio
- Hearing accessible one king bed
- Hearing Accessible one king bed 2 room Gulf Front balcony suite
- Hearing accessible one king and one bunk bed Gulf Front Balcony
- Mobility accessible one king bed and a Gulf front balcony with roll-in shower
- Mobility accessible one king 2 room Gulf Front balcony suite with roll-in shower
- Mobility accessible one king and one bunk bed Gulf Front Balcony with mobility access tub
- Mobility accessible two bunk bed Gulf Front Balcony with mobility access tub.
Room Amenities
- Coffee maker
- Hair dryer
- Small refrigerator
- Iron and ironing board
- Small safes (will fit a small laptop)
- 50" flat screen tv HDTV
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Eco-friendly bath amenities from BeeKind Products (Shampoo, conditioner, shower gel)
- There were 2 bottles of water available in our room for purchase.
We stayed in a King Room with a balcony view of the Gulf of Mexico. One thing to know is the beds are firm.
The shower was a great walk in shower with room to move around. There is quite a bit of storage in the room so you can easily bring your beach accessories if you want them.
The room had a couple of chairs that were great for getting ready.
If you plan to stay in a balcony room one thing to know is the Adirondack chairs are low, low, low to the ground!
If you have any mobility restrictions they may be hard to get in and out of. There is a communal balcony with higher chair options in the middle of the building.
We tend to bring our camp chairs with us that we know are comfortable but it does take some maneuvering to get them to fit with the size of the balcony.
Hotel Amenities
The entire family will love all of the amenities at The Lodge at Gulf State Park. This full-service hotel has something for all ages.
The hotel facilities are gorgeous and so well maintained! I am always amazed at the views from the lobby.
I find myself looking around the hotel and lobby at the coastal decorations, wondering how we can fit them into our house.
The outside terrace right off of the lobby is one of my favorite places on the entire property. Grab a coffee/tea or glass of wine from The Roasted Oak and you can savor the epic water views from the back terrace.
- Beach Chair and Umbrella Rentals - Provided by a third party, Ike's Rentals. Two beach chairs and an umbrella
- Complimentary free bikes from the bike share program
- Complimentary free WiFi is available for all guests.
- Easy Gulf State Park beach access
- Beautiful Gulf views
- LEED© Gold, SITES© Platinum, and FORTIFIED Commercial™ certifications
- Water bottle filling station near the elevators and meeting rooms.
- 24-hour reception
There is over 40,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting space at the Lodge. I have been to a few events and conferences at the lodge and they were amazing.
Make a Lodge at Gulf State Park Reservation HERE
Outdoor Pool
One of my favorite things about the outdoor pool at The Lodge is knowing that the pool water comes from the HVAC Systems.
The HVAC systems collect and recycle condensation which is used to replace the water in the pool. How cool is that!
Towels are available near the pool.
An amazing new outdoor pool is being built at the Lodge at Gulf State Park! This pool will dramatically increase the pool size and lounging area with gorgeous views of the Gulf.
The Lodge plans to have the new outdoor pool open by Spring 2026.
Onsite Restaurants/Bar
If you are looking for a unique dining experience you will love these in-house restaurants available at Gulf State Park Lodge.
Perch - Located above Foodcraft on the 2nd floor with epic views of the Gulf of Mexico you will find elevated food and cocktails at Perch. Fresh seafood, premium steaks, and handcrafted cocktails await you.
FoodCraft - We absolutely LOVE FoodCraft! This is our go to breakfast buffet when we have friends in town. The breakfast buffet is honestly delicious. Truly every meal is fantastic and the views are spectacular.
Roasted Oak (Coffee and Wine Bar) - You can get the best of two worlds at Roasted Oak. In the morning grab an amazing coffee or tea drink. Including one of the best chai teas I have had at the beach. In the evening, grab a glass of wine and enjoy sunset over the beach.
The Dragonfly Bar & Grill - Casual dining and refreshing beverages by the pool.
You can also take the shuttle to Woodside Restaurant located in Gulf State Park. They offer great food, live music, and fun backyard games.
Exercise Room/Gym
The fitness center has elliptical machines, stationary bike, Peloton bike, treadmills, free weights and machines weights. It is open 24 hours
Gulf State Park Lodge Sustainability and Ecotourism
Here are a few highlights of how the lodge is focused on sustainability.
- 15% of building materials are recycled materials
- 70-75% of construction waste was recycled
- 32% reduction in energy use by design.
- 35% reduction in water usage compared to a typical hotel
- Energy efficient lighting and motion sensors to reduce unnecessary waste
Make sure to look at the landscaping and sand dunes that surround the Lodge at Gulf State Park. You will notice that they use native species that thrive without the need for irrigation, chemical pesticides or fertilizers.
There is a huge focus on protecting natural resources at the property.
Why you will enjoy staying at the Lodge at Gulf State Park
- Located in the center of Gulf Shores on the beach
- Easy access to kayaking and e-biking
- Helpful Staff
- Private parking onsite
- Sustainable practices of the lodge
- Fantastic lobby coffee bar and wine bar
Things to know when planning your stay
Make sure to bring your photo identification and credit card for checking into the hotel.
Reservations - Book your hotel stay here.
Hotel Address - 21196 East Beach Blvd., Gulf Shores, Al 36542
United States
Check-in Time - 4 pm
Check-Out Time - 11 am
Minimum check-in age - 25
Pets - Pets are not allowed at this hotel. The Lodge is not pet-friendly, with the exception of service animals
Smoking - The Lodge is a smoke-free facility
Parking - There is a parking fee at The Lodge at Gulf State Park. Self-parking is $12 per day and valet parking is $22 per day. You will need to let them know which parking option you want when checking in.
EV Charging - Four electric vehicle charging stations are located in the self-parking area
Distance from nearest airport to the Lodge at Gulf State Park a Hilton Hotel
Gulf Shores International Airport - 5.3 miles
Pensacola International Airport - 37 miles
Mobile Regional Airport - 48 miles
Additional Gulf Shores Articles
The Lodge at Gulf State Park is located near popular points of interest in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Alabama!
Gulf Shores Public Beach - Check out the world-famous white sands of Gulf Shores at our favorite public beach.
Gulf State Park Fishing Pier - Currently closed. When open the pier is a fantastic place to watch for sharks, fish, and enjoy epic sunrise and sunset views.
Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo - Check out all of the amazing animal encounters and fun!
Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - Another great bird-watching spot just down the road.
Wade Ward Nature Park - Located across the street from the restaurant is a great elevated boardwalk over marsh lands. Great for walking a little before or after you enjoy Papa Rocco's.
Additional Orange Beach and Gulf Shores Lodging options
If you are visiting and need to book accommodations, here are our recommendations. We have stayed at each of these lodging options:
The Beach Club Resort and Spa (Fort Morgan): This resort offers beachfront condos with amazing amenities and a great spa. Don't miss dinner at Coast Restaurant.
Use Code - GULFJOURNEY for a discount when booking with Spectrum Resort.
Turquoise Place Luxury Vacation Rentals (Orange Beach): This is our favorite resort in the area! It offers luxury amenities, epic beachfront views, and unbelievable condos.
Use Code - GULFJOURNEY for a discount when booking with Spectrum Resort.
Springhill Suites Orange Beach: Located next to The Wharf, it is an excellent location near shopping and dining. We enjoyed their gorgeous pool.
This map will show you the current hotels and vacation rentals available in the area.
Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Tours
These are some of our favorite tours available in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Alabama.
Dolphin Tours - Book a dolphin cruise here
Check out our experiences on Hammock Time Tiki Tours, Explorer Dolphin Cruise, Southern Rose Dolphin cruise, Cruise OB (Orange Beach), Sail Wild Hearts, Sunset Sail and Dolphin Tour, and the Sunny Lady Dolphin Cruise.
Slingshot Rentals - Use code GULFJOURNEY To save 10% off a Slingshot Rental with Gulf Coast Rental Co in Orange Beach
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
Click here to see all of the top rated tours and activities available in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach.
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