Is parking available at the property?

Self parking is available on-site for a fee of USD 15 per day, which includes in/out privileges. Covered valet parking is also offered at a rate of USD 22 per day. Reservations are not required.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

A buffet breakfast is available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee of approximately USD 23.95 for adults and USD 12.00 for children.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers several accessibility features, including elevators, wheelchair-accessible registration desk, business center, and meeting spaces. There are also wheelchair-accessible paths of travel and a pool. Limited wheelchair accessibility is available.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located on the beach, just steps from Gulf State Park and a 7-minute walk from Orange Beach Beaches. It is 1.1 miles from Gulf Shores Beach and 9.4 miles from Perdido Key Beach.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, the property features an outdoor swimming pool. The operational hours are not specified, but it is available for guests to enjoy.

What are the policies regarding children staying at the property?

Children are welcome at the property. The minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.

The Lodge at Gulf State Park Resort

Average nightly price at The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$114
February	US$150
March	US$234
April	US$264
May	US$271
June	US$335
July	US$400
August	US$265
September	US$259
October	US$191
November	US$144
December	US$108

What guests think

Reviews of The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel highlight a scenic, uncrowded beachfront setting within the state park and consistently friendly staff, alongside recurring complaints about paid, distant parking and occasional construction or project-related disruptions.

Many guests praise clean, comfortable rooms with balconies and gulf views, though several note small fridges, no in-room microwaves, and occasional noise near the pool or during works. Pools, direct beach access, bike loans, and multiple restaurants make it easy to stay on property, but some found food and drinks pricey or hours limited. Expect a relaxed, nature-focused resort stay with strong amenities and a few trade-offs.

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Facilities

Well equipped with pool, beachfront access, bike rentals, and several on-site restaurants/bars, plus public balcony spaces. Downsides mentioned repeatedly are paid, distant parking, periodic construction affecting access or noise, occasional elevator issues, and extra charges for beach chairs.

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Carl

2 Jan 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

One of 2 elevators was down for the week. It is part of the Gulf state park, so we brought our eBikes to ride around. We could bring them to our room for safekeeping. This is a very convenient place to stay for eBikes or bicycles as well.

10

David

1 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Property is just ok the space is limited, pool is small, no towels available at the pool area so we had to drop dry back to the room.

8

Brian

8 Apr 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

We loved that it is right off the beach. Nice place to visit and stay at. Food was great. Peaceful and quiet Didn't like that parking is not real close unless you want to use valet to park your car. You either use their service to take luggage to room or carry it yourself no carts available to use.

6

Randall

12 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The balcony view was nice but there was construction and saws running right under our room during our stay. The parking was also a great distance from the hotel so that was the most inconvenient aspect of our stay. They offer valet parking but of course that cost extra if you wanted that option. Over all the teip was ok but parking was a disappointment for sure

4

Jeff

13 Oct 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

1. We were happy to get a Gulf view room and were happy to pay for this. No one disclosed that our view was over very loud daily pool construction. Power washers running early. Cement trucks backing into the area. Loud. We wanted rest and relaxation. 2. Bugs. Sand flies in our bathroom. Dozens of them. Nowhere else. We’re told that we must be letting them in. We spend most days out if the room so I doubt this. 3. Beach access. Close boardwalk was closed due to already mentioned construction. Forced to walk to opposite end of hotel (and it is very long) to go to tbe beach. Horrible on my bad knees. 4. Expensive. No discount for construction area. Not even mentioned.

10

Paul

25 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great access to beach. Breakfast buffet wonderful food , though pricey. Pool was excellent & was pool bar. Excellent maid services in rooms.

10

Carol

23 Oct 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Room was clean and beautiful. They’re building a new pool so there was some construction going on under our room, but they didn’t disturb us, and didn’t start working early. It was quite a walk to the beach, but that’s only temporary until the new pool is finished and they reopen that beach access. My only minor complaint is there is no restroom close to the temporary beach access that I could find, so it’s quite a walk to the lobby or current pool restrooms.

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Karen

3 May 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Nice pool, and easy access to ocean. Comfortable beds and pillows. I dont think that there shoukd be a charge for the beach chairs and unbrellas when you stay there, every place that i stayed at before if you were a quest they were free only had to provide a rm #. I did call in advance though so i was aware of the fee.. Also nice walk across the street to the lake.. overall a pleasant stay.

10

Jenna

4 May 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

One of my favorite properties I ever stayed at where they reward Hilton honors member loyalty and go the extra mile to make their guests feel comfortable and welcomed. Super unique building, fantastic ocean views, nice bar and pool life with live music. The rooms are all recently remodeled and with fantastic hang out spaces. 💯 would return

8

Emily

11 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Overall, we were pleased with our stay. The price point was on the higher end in my opinion; however, the location is beyond compare in Alabama. The beach is not crowded. Other hotels are a fair distance away. The pier is a short walk down the beach. Guests have the entire state park full of walking trails across the street to explore. We took advantage of the beach chair/ umbrella service with Ike’s, and it was great!! The pool was lovely, but we are beach goers and stayed on the beach. There were a few jellyfish, but definitely manageable. We saw porpoises and dolphins in the mornings!!! 😍 The water was lovely! Our room was clean and well furnished. I appreciated the communal balconies on the ocean side for lake view stays to enjoy. I deduced one star for the mattress. If this is a tempur-pedic…it certainly did not feel like a memory foam mattress to me.

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Cleanliness

Many guests find the property and rooms very clean, but there are recurring reports of stained hallway carpets, inconsistent housekeeping, and occasional room issues such as odors, pests or missed spots.

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Shelley

12 Jul 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

The room was ok, nothing fancy but it is a lodge setting. Mattress was good. Nice gulf view. Pool and beach nice. Little bit if a walk to beach. Parking terrible, you had to walk quite aways you'll be sweating by the time you get to your car plus daily parking fee. Turned light on one night very large cockroach on wall.

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Kaytlyn

14 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was not clean by any means. There were toothpaste splatters all over the walls and dust bunnies in every corner. The outlets for plugging in electronics were dust ridden and disgusting.

2

Vanessa

1 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Our first room had black mold around the tops of the ceiling. We had a maintenance staff come look and he also agreed that it was mold. After we were moved to another room they changed the sheets several times to try and get clean bedding. We still ended up with dirty sheets and the explanation of they have a new company washing sheets and it hasn’t been the best experience. I would not stay here again.

10

Marcella

18 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This property is wonderful. The staff is friendly, the accommodations are fresh and clean, there are many areas to relax and the gulf views are breathtaking. Highly recommend this Hilton property!

4

Theresa

22 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Hotel lobby was very pretty and clean. Hall carpet was dirty and stained. I know that is a high traffic area but it’s time to replace it. Mattresses were terrible. They were sagging on one side and felt like you would roll in the floor. I switched sides and the same thing. Staff was very friendly and prompt. Hotel in on a major highway and the traffic noise was horrible. We couldn’t get a gulf front room with balcony so I opted for a balcony room facing Lake Shelby. Don’t! Ok view but road noise made it miserable! Rather than face a second sleepless night we drove 6 hours home instead!

6

Bryan

23 Apr 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Secluded property The property itself lacked some upkeep Pool furniture was rusted and cement surfaces full of gum. Toilet paper dispenser in our bathroom was broken Walls in hallways needed painting

10

Debbie

12 Apr 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Clean, nice smelling, clean walls, clean carpet just great

6

Janie

30 Sept 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Room very worn not clean. Smelled like urine Sad because the property is excellent!! It may have been our room or floor I would try again just for the property itself and hopefully a better room

10

Robert

5 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room, friendly staff

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Rooms

Rooms are comfortable with balconies and strong gulf or park views, but some guests found beds uncomfortable, furnishings worn in places, and noise near the pool or during projects. Fridges are small, no in-room microwaves, and free Wi-Fi requires Hilton membership.

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carla

21 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location. Nice size room, but the beds were not comfortable at all and the AC barely cooled the room. The breakfast buffet was good.

6

Brooke

30 May 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We were traveling with a child and it would have been nice for them to have advised us that the room they gave us was right above the pool that stays open until 10pm… none of us could get any sleep until the pool Closed and the live music. We had to ask 3 times to get our room services / cleaned for a 3 night stay. We got there Saturday didn’t get room cleaned or serviced until Monday at 2pm. Was also not advised about the daily parking fee that is added to your bill at the end. No where does it say a fee for self parking.

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beth

28 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Property is very nice but also very expensive. You have to pay to park, if you want to use a luggage cart you have to pay for bell service. It says free Wi-Fi but that is only if you are a Hilton rewards member. The view and beach are very nice, just be forwarned about all the extra fees.

10

Gary

22 Sept 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Great access to the beach. Room conditions were clean. Balcony latch was stuck and very hard to operate. Walking around door in bathroom layout was awkward. Nice dining options. Coffee shop could use a second worker. Overall great location and wonderful getaway!

10

Thomas

16 Oct 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice rooms. The oceanside had beautiful views of ocean.

10

Greg

7 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The first night of our three night stay we were put in a suite in the meetings building which had outdated bathroom and no coziness. We requested and got put back into a standard suite which we loved, balcony included. The access to beach, umbrella and chair rentals, was awesome. The Perch was fantastic food for dinner and Food Craft great for breakfast and lunch.

4

Doug

15 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The lobby is very beautiful and desk staff are good. The breakfast buffet is first rate! It's a first class conference hotel and resort. Extremely eco-friendly. All staff are very friendly and helpful. I was very disappointed in having no convenient beach access. There was pool onstruction right in front of the balcony. The balcony furniture was very uncomfortable. My room was a long walk from the lobby. The in-room water is $3 a bottle. You are required to join Hilton Rewards to access the "free" Internet. Kids run around the hallways making noise and unsupervised. Valet parking is basically required because parking is very far away. Valet parking takes a while to get your car. The facility is really too large for mature people to easily navigate. I will stay at other beach resorts because this one is not for me.

10

maria

6 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It is an amazing place to stay , loved the pool and the walk to the beach .The room are very spacious and comfortable beds.

8

Derric

24 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Stay was good with clean rooms. No microwave.

6

Tanya

16 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The facility was very nice. Unfortunately, the bed/bedding were terrible.

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Service

Service is frequently described as friendly and helpful across the property, with attentive teams throughout. Some guests report lapses such as rude or unhelpful front desk interactions, slow bar service, miscommunication about fees or construction, and an isolated valet issue.

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Janice

27 Jun 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Beware Expedia’s room pictures & description … this was for a ‘Gulf Front’ Hearing room. This room was out on the far end of the building in the green organic section of the property so no sand except in the distance. the view of the ocean was also quite distant. Expedia, however, pulled 3 of the property’s stock photos of a 2-queen bed gulf front view into this listing, 1 of which is clearly on a higher level overlooking the beach access bridge, ocean, & beach. Very misleading, as the 1st floor pics aren’t very obvious. This room however was of exceptional quality since it hasn’t been booked often. We canceled & rebooked directly w/hotel to get a room w/better view. That room was well-worn w/uncomfortable beds in comparison. Swapped room quality for a better view. 1st floor rooms also have 12ish foot ceilings, levels 2-4 have standard ceilings. Appears as tho level 5 - highest level - may have high ceilings as well. Also hotel employees treated me completely differently when booked directly. They treat guests w/3rd party bookings like sub-par guests. The front desk employee even went as far as to say she thinks it should be against the law for Expedia to use the hotel’s stock photos for their listings!😳 In summary view Expedia w/a very critical eye, & expect to received less respectful treatment than guests that booked directly w/the hotel :/.

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Luke

20 May 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Lady at desk was rude! Wouldn’t even give me a late check out of 12 pm. Lied and said she had 200 check ins on a Monday. Nice property terrible manage and staff for spending $1,000 dollars in 2 nights

10

Paula

19 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location with beautiful views. Staff was very helpful.

10

Kristina

1 Dec 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

We had a fantastic time at The Lodge. The staff was amazing and valet attendants were quick and efficient. The beach was clean and gulf view room was perfect.

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Jessica

14 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Valet lost my keys to rental. I waited 4 hrs after I checked out for them to resolve it. they got me another rental way smaller so it canceled my arrangements to pick up family couldn’t pick up my family on the way home. Had to

10

Taneya

18 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was great, the service was great and it was very clean. My family and I enjoyed our stay and we had a great time. This is our second stay there and we will be back again soon!

8

Matthew

9 Jun 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Had problem with my card ,front desk person i got was unhelpful Came back got different person and was fine

10

Diane

5 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful location, lovely staff

8

Todd

19 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Location was great, hotel was very nice. Staff across their functions were friendly, always engaging, impressed they were busy working regardless day or night. Staff, food, and location will have me book again. Foodcraft breakfast & dinner was excellent, we'll try The Perch next time, worth the price. The Dragonfly service was very slow, especially if you sit at the bar, and food and drinks were underwhelming and overpriced, except for the wings. Room was fine, seemed a bit tight, and the big stand up lamp in room was weird and was in the way. The bed was maybe too soft, and felt like an undersized King, but was okay. It would be nice to have a fan available. Otherwise, bathrooms clean, towels were good quality. Shower was large stand up but smaller single showerhead needs to be large to cover two people. Marsh view was fine, but wished we knew the roadway was right there. We liked the public balconies with seating and ocean views on each level. Mostly dipped in the ocean yet pool was nice. We will book a different style room next time so not adjourning and see how it is. Do not like the idea of an expanded pool area and dune removal for 2026. If I wanted a typical resort feel, I’d book in Orange Beach.

10

Raven

27 May 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The staff was amazing.

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Location

Beachfront inside Gulf State Park with a quiet, uncrowded feel, direct access to trails and the pier, and short drives to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. Many appreciate the secluded setting away from high-rises.

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Nathan

19 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Located inside the Gulf State Park, you are surrounded by outdoor beauty and outdoor activities, trails, fishing, hiking, biking etc. The staff was amazing and efficient. We went for the "Sand in My Boots" festival and the location was very close to that venue. Food and Drinks from the poolside bar were very good and convenient. The ability to text the staff for anything from transportation to getting your car from the valet made for a very easy stay as well. Would stay here again.

10

Ashley

27 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel is on a state park so there are no other hotels next to it. Just natural sand dunes.

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Tara

13 Apr 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Beautiful location at the Gulf State Park. Very peaceful with the gorgeous beach and convenient access to the park. Enjoyed the on-site restaurants and poolside food and drinks. Loved the property and the entire vibe. While it felt remote and serene, it was very close to everything else Gulf Shores and Orange Beach have to offer. Highly recommend!

10

Daniel

27 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The property is in a state park, on the beach. There are no other properties in close proximity and therefore the beach is quiet.

10

Nathan

28 Aug 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Beachfront location felt remote but only minutes from attractions.

10

venkataraman

25 Apr 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Excellent location to explore gulf shore state park/beaches

10

Peter

13 Sept 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Located within state park

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Ashley

12 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was on the state park and everything around it was natural.

10

wauna

25 May 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The best place to stay in Gulf Shores. It is in a great location, has casual and fine dining, and right on the beach.

10

Amy

21 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We loved how safe we felt at The Lodge, as well as the walkability to the beach and onsite restaurant! We loved the feel and the atmosphere!

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Dining

Multiple on-site options earn strong praise, especially Foodcraft’s breakfast and The Perch, with many finding the food tasty and convenient. Some note high prices, occasional slow service at the pool bar, and limited hours or closures at times.

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Jane

1 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely location, nice looking hotel. Unfortunately we were over the pool on the second floor and it was very very noisy. The room was ok, however we found someone else's Kalvin Klein's in the bathroom!!! The food in the bar and for room service was fine, however everything was served in disposable containers. The cutlery was compostable but this was only if done commercially which of course is not the case when trash goes straight in the bin. For the price I expect a plate and proper knife and fork.

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Amber

10 Apr 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Pictures doesn’t do justice on how beautiful this place was. Wish the front desk would tell all the amenities and where because we had to explore and figure out on our own. Also check your receipt. They didn’t explain the parking fees and also had several extra charges on my room that didn’t belong to us and when I called to discuss it the front desk kept trying to push me off the phone and said a manager will review it and didn’t explain what to expect. Also several pending charges for way more than spent so wouldn’t recommend using your debit card so you don’t have to worry about the funds. Overall clean, beautiful place just a lot of unknown and not clarified.

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Aimee

13 Jul 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

This property is stunning with a pristine beach and a quiet atmosphere. Dining at The Perch was amazing and we loved grabbing a quick bite or beverage at the Dragonfly pool bar. We will definitely be returning.

10

Kristie

19 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Everyone was very friendly from the valet, bell hop and wait staff. We ate at all restaurants and really enjoyed them. We will definitely come back.

10

Samantha

31 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Everything was so relaxing & smooth. We got an upgrade & the beach view was the highlight. The breakfast buffet at Foodcraft, I highly recommend!!

10

Jody

23 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We loved our stay. From check-in to check-out everything was pretty great. However, I wasn't crazy about the $5, 16 oz. iced coffee at the hotel coffee bar. It's not often that Starbucks is the cheaper option! If you're going to charge the same price for half the coffee, at least make sure the coffee is outstanding! That coffee was just average.

10

Melissa

10 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful property and beach. Not crowded. We ate at each of the restaraunts at the property and every meal was wonderful!

8

Harry

17 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

As a park adjacent property the surrounding beach and walkways were a great feature. The onsite dining was quite good for the breakfast we had there.

8

Todd

19 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Location was great, hotel was very nice. Staff across their functions were friendly, always engaging, impressed they were busy working regardless day or night. Staff, food, and location will have me book again. Foodcraft breakfast & dinner was excellent, we'll try The Perch next time, worth the price. The Dragonfly service was very slow, especially if you sit at the bar, and food and drinks were underwhelming and overpriced, except for the wings. Room was fine, seemed a bit tight, and the big stand up lamp in room was weird and was in the way. The bed was maybe too soft, and felt like an undersized King, but was okay. It would be nice to have a fan available. Otherwise, bathrooms clean, towels were good quality. Shower was large stand up but smaller single showerhead needs to be large to cover two people. Marsh view was fine, but wished we knew the roadway was right there. We liked the public balconies with seating and ocean views on each level. Mostly dipped in the ocean yet pool was nice. We will book a different style room next time so not adjourning and see how it is. Do not like the idea of an expanded pool area and dune removal for 2026. If I wanted a typical resort feel, I’d book in Orange Beach.

10

Keith W

4 Jun 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Beautiful hotel with an excellent beach. The restaurants were amazing and the food we loved.

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Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
1 $215	2 $246	3 $180	4 $199	5 $162	6 $214	7 $190
8 $150	9 $129	10 $141	11 $171	12 $146	13 $247	14 $157
15 $122	16 $125	17 $125	18 $125	19 $122	20 $140	21 $142
22 $114	23 $122	24 $122	25 $122	26 $136	27 $136	28 $136
29 $114	30 $118

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1 $127	2 $129	3 $146	4 $249	5 $169
6 $179	7 $131	8 $132	9 $130	10 $126	11 $155	12 $155
13 $121	14 $122	15 $117	16 $115	17 $121	18 $141	19 $139
20 $109	21 $115	22 $117	23 $114	24 $115	25 $139	26 $139
27 $123	28 $133	29 $126	30 $114	31 $175

The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel

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Room, Multiple Beds, Bathtub (Gulf Front)

Room, Multiple Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony (Hearing, Gulf Front)

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony (Roll-In Shower, Gulf Front)

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

Room, Multiple Beds, Balcony (Gulf Front)

Studio, Multiple Beds, Balcony (Gulf Front)

Room, Multiple Beds, Balcony

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Gulf Front)

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing, Gulf Front)

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Gulf Front)

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

Suite, Multiple Beds (Gulf Front)

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Balcony (Hearing, Gulf Front)

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Gulf Front)

Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Balcony (Gulf Front)

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