Friends floating in the lazy river at Beach Village Resort beach house community in Orange Beach

Lodging with Lazy Rivers

in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach

A float in a lazy river is an experience that totally enhances a beach trip. They offer you even more opportunities for relaxation and fun on your trip without ever leaving your accommodation. The kids will have a blast winding through the pool area on innertubes while the adults can enjoy a relaxing float with a cold drink in hand. They’re also great for hitting the water on red flag days. If this sounds like a must-have for your vacation, consider staying at one of these condos and resorts with lazy rivers in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach.

Best Condos with Lazy Rivers

Women lounging on pool chairs at Phoenix Orange Beach beachfront condo

Condos are ideal for visitors wanting space, privacy, and home-like comforts. Access to full kitchens, living areas, and bedrooms offers families and friends spaces to hang out without leaving the condo. A lazy river adds extra value to your stay and provides another way for groups to unwind together.

Pool area at Phoenix on the Bay Resort in Orange Beach

Phoenix on the Bay

Phoenix on the Bay

Phoenix on the Bay is a waterfront condo complex tucked away on Terry Cove in Orange Beach. This accommodation has a relaxing lazy river, an indoor and outdoor pool, a hot tub, and even a waterslide – perfect for entertaining kids. Additionally, Phoenix on the Bay offers boat slips and a launch, making it ideal for those wanting a boat-friendly vacation.

Pool at Crystal Towers beach condo in Gulf Shores

Crystal Towers

Crystal Towers

Crystal Towers is a Gulf Shores condo that offers resort-like amenities such as a barbecue area, arcade, and ample parking. The condominium sits just across the beach and has a private air-conditioned skywalk leading to a Gulf-front pool, hot tub, lazy river, viewing deck, and beach access. On the condo property, guests can enjoy an indoor and outdoor pool, sauna, and hot tub.

Waterslide, pool, and lazy river at The Oasis beachfront condo in Orange Beach

The Oasis

The Oasis

The Oasis is a recently renovated beachfront condominium that provides guests with an array of on-site amenities. Its outdoor pool area has a splash pad, lazy river, bar and grill, adults-only pool, waterslide, and gorgeous views of the Gulf. Guests can also take advantage of the half basketball courts, pickleball courts, barbecue area, indoor pool, sauna, arcade, and putting green. What more could you ask for?

Couple floating along the lazy river at Phoenix Orange Beach condo

Phoenix Gulf Towers

Phoenix Gulf Towers

Phoenix Gulf Towers I and II are new luxury condo developments on the beach. Their beachfront pool area includes a lazy river, outdoor pool, waterslide, splash pad, hot tubs, and an indoor heated pool. A boardwalk sits just a few steps away from the pool and provides easy, direct access to the beach. These condos offer two-, three-, and four-bedroom units so that you can bring your whole gang.  

Couple jumping into lazy river at Phoenix West beachfront condo in Orange Beach

Phoenix West

Phoenix West

Phoenix West is a popular beachfront condo that boasts a lazy river with scenic views of the beach and luscious palms scattered around it. Additionally, the pool area has a hot tub, waterslide, zero-entry pool, indoor pool and hot tubs, and direct beach access. You can take a float in the lazy river and then easily stroll down to the Gulf.

Best Resorts with Lazy Rivers

Family enjoying the rooftop lazy river at The Caribe waterfront resort in Orange Beach

Treat yourself to a beach trip to remember by booking a stay at a resort on Alabama’s Beaches. Whether you’re looking for an all-inclusive experience or a laid-back stay (with extra perks), you’ll have a blast floating in the lazy rivers at these incredible resorts.

kids floating in the lazy river at The Caribe waterfront resort in Orange Beach

The Caribe

The Caribe

The Caribe has just about everything you could ask for in a resort. When you stay here, you’ll find a fabulous rooftop lazy river and pool offering scenic views of the bay. This resort has additional pools on its lower decks with water slides, an indoor pool, hot tubs, a putting green, a mini golf course, a basketball court and tennis courts, bocce ball, and a full-service marina. Guests at The Caribe can hop on the convenient trolleys and take a short ride to the beach directly across the resort.

Best Hotels with Lazy Rivers

Hilton Garden Inn lazy river

You don't have to give up the luxuries of a resort or condo when you stay at a hotel along Alabama's Beaches. The beachfront, boutique, and chain hotels across our destination offer guests a comfortable place to stay with coastal charm.

lazy river at Hilton Garden Inn beachfront hotel in Orange Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Orange Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Orange Beach

As the only hotel on Alabama’s Beaches with a lazy river, the Hilton Garden Inn Orange Beach is the ultimate accommodation for those wanting fun in the sun with all the amenities of a chain hotel. This beachfront hotel is conveniently located within walking distance of several restaurants and stores. The hotel’s lazy river offers guests a relaxing spot to float and take in the scenic views of the shore.

Book Your Stay

Family walking along boardwalk to the beach in Gulf Shores

Lazy rivers are a hot commodity along our shores, especially during the spring and summer. If you see a property you like, we suggest snagging it early so you don’t miss out! Book now and get ready for an unforgettable vacation on Alabama’s Beaches.

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