
Best Kid-Friendly Accommodations
in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach
Alabama’s Beaches is the ultimate destination for an unforgettable vacation. With outdoor adventures and water activities, fantastic restaurants, unique attractions, and miles of beaches, there are so many ways for families to connect and make memories. Your accommodation should allow you to do the same.
Keeping kids entertained can be challenging, especially on a multi-day vacation. Thankfully, our area has fantastic lodging options that even the most unimpressed teenager will love. While there are no “non” family-friendly lodging options in the destination, there are several accommodations with amenities like splash pads, arcades, basketball courts, and waterslides, perfect for those traveling with kids and teens. We’ve highlighted the best kid-friendly resorts, hotels, and condos in Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, and Fort Morgan.
Kid-Friendly Resorts

Resorts are ideal options for kids as they offer lots of water activities such as waterslides, splash pads, and a lazy river – three things that kids love. These properties provide a fun and inclusive experience with on-site dining, entertainment and beach access. Stay at one of these resorts for a convenient, fun-filled vacation.

Beach Club Resort & Spa
Beach Club Resort & Spa
The Beach Club Resort and Spa has beachfront condos and lakeside cottages available for rent on its property. When you’re not spending time in your gorgeous accommodations, check out the resort’s amenities like the large outdoor pool, indoor pool, spa, tennis court, sand volleyball court, or racquetball court. Guests can also take advantage of on-site watersport rentals, cruises, campfires, photoshoots, and fishing excursions. Beach Club also offers tons of activities for kids at its clubhouse. From poolside crafts and scavenger hunts to movie nights, there are plenty of ways to entertain the kiddos.

The Caribe
The Caribe
Those who can’t seem to keep their kids out of the water will love The Caribe. This bayfront resort has a massive water complex with a lazy river, multiple pools, water slides, a splash pad, and a poolside tiki bar. Additionally, guests will find a putting green, mini golf course, gift shop, and basketball and tennis courts. This resort stands out among the rest thanks to its full-service marina, allowing guests to easily rent boats or take dolphin cruises without ever leaving the property.

Perdido Beach Resort
Perdido Beach Resort
Perdido Beach Resort is the ultimate place to be during the summer. In June and July, this family-friendly beachfront resort offers poolside movies, face painting, and mermaid encounters. Year-round, guests can enjoy an indoor and outdoor pool, daily live music, outdoor games, and five on-site dining venues. Perdido Beach Resort offers direct beach access with chair, umbrella, and watersport rentals such as boogie boards, kayaks, paddleboards, and pontoon boats.

Turquoise Place
Turquoise Place
Once your kids arrive at Turquoise Place, they won’t want to leave. This Gulf-front resort has something for everyone in the family. The pool area includes several outdoor pools, a lazy river, a splash pad, outdoor games, a sno ball bar, and a 300-foot waterslide. Additionally, all condos at Turquoise Place have a private hot tub on the balcony. If that’s not enough fun, check out the putting green, playground, tennis and pickleball courts, and Spectrum Club Lounge. During the spring and summer, the resort has scheduled crafts, activities, games, and movies for the kids.
Condos with Kid-Friendly Amenities

Condos are the ideal accommodations for those who want home-like comforts and resort-style amenities. Unlike most hotels and resorts, condos offer fully equipped kitchens, multiple bedrooms, and large living spaces, making them ideal for families. The condos on Alabama’s Beaches provide guests with an array of incredible amenities, from pools and splash pads to game rooms and tennis courts.

Phoenix Properties
Phoenix Properties
Phoenix condominiums provide guests with the ultimate beach vacation without them ever having to leave the accommodation. All Phoenix properties are waterfront and include outdoor pools, hot tubs, private balconies, and outdoor grilling areas. Most of them also have tennis or pickleball courts, and several boast lazy rivers and splash pads. A few standout amenities include the putting green at Phoenix on the Bay, a mini waterpark at Phoenix V, and indoor racket ball and wallyball courts at Phoenix VII.

SeaChase
SeaChase
Situated on the Gulf, SeaChase features three luxury towers with two- and three-bedroom condos. All condos have floor-to-ceiling windows and private balconies that offer stunning views of the beach. Guests can enjoy multiple outdoor pools, a splash pad, hot tubs, a heated indoor pool, tennis courts, easy beach access, and a children’s wading pool and mushroom water features.

Gulf Shores Surf & Racquet Club
Gulf Shores Surf & Racquet Club
Gulf Shores Surf & Racquet Club is situated directly between the Gulf and Little Lagoon, providing guests with the best of both worlds. This gorgeous condominium complex has a pool, hot tub, boat launch, shuffleboard, boat slips, two docks, and two tennis courts that can double as pickleball courts. Guests can easily access the Gulf and relax on the private beach or head towards the lagoon for a day of fishing and boating.

The Oasis
The Oasis
If your family loves games, The Oasis is the accommodation for you. The Oasis is a luxury condo complex on the beach with plenty of on-site amenities. The pool area includes multiple outdoor pools, a lazy river, a waterslide, a heated indoor pool, and four hot tubs. During your stay, your family can play a game of tennis, pickleball, or basketball, play on the putting green, or challenge each other to a game of cornhole or ping pong. Inside, guests will find an arcade, poker tables, chess and checkers tables, and a souvenir shop.
Kid-Friendly Beach Houses

Families wanting spacious lodging should consider a beach house. Beach houses have all the convinces of home, such as fully equipped kitchens, living areas, and separate bedrooms and bathrooms. They’re an excellent option for families and groups as they provide lots of room to find privacy or come together. Our destination is home to several beach house communities that boast fantastic on-site amenities.

Summersalt
Summersalt
Summersalt is a new beach home community located just blocks from the beach. These spacious and spectacular homes boast high ceilings and lots of natural light. The property includes a large, zero-entry pool, fire pit, and putting green. Guests staying can easily walk to Beachside Mini Golf, Doc’s Seafood and Steak, and Ruby Slipper without ever crossing the highway. This private community has a lake running through it and backs up to the Gulf State Park, making it a great area to go for family bike rides or walks without fear of traffic.
Start Planning Your Family Vacation Today

These accommodations are the only places where you’ll find family-friendly fun. Our destination has plenty of fabulous activities and attractions and kid-friendly restaurants. Whether you’re traveling with babies, toddlers, or teens, these accommodations are perfect for keeping everyone in the family entertained. Start planning your beach getaway today and book a place to stay below!