Fins Up in Orange Beach
Set to open in late 2027, Margaritaville Resort in Orange Beach is an upcoming paradise for travelers seeking a luxurious yet laidback escape. You’ll find much more than a lost shaker of salt here. The full-service resort encompasses 83 acres along the Intracoastal Waterway, offering a relaxing, upscale retreat tucked away from the crowds. The grounds boast a variety of accommodations, numerous dining options, a vast pool area, a slip transient marina, live entertainment, and more.
Dining at Margaritaville
With 10 on-site dining options, an extended stay at Margaritaville is needed to try them all. From casual eateries and family-friendly options to outdoor bars and an upscale restaurant, there’s a little bit of everything here. All restaurants are open to the public, with the exception of Fins Bar & Grill.
Best restaurants for families: Frank & Lola’s Pizzeria, Lah De Dah Bar & Grill, Joe Merchant’s Coffee & Provisions
Best date night spots: Nautical Wheeler’s Prime, Ville ’77 Social Club, Euphoria Bar
Best bars for quick, cold drinks: 5 O’clock Somewhere Bar, Margarita’s to Go, Salty Rim Bar, Ville '77 Social Club, and Euphoria Bar
Margaritaville Entertainment, Marina, & Pool
Live Music
It wouldn’t be a coastal resort without live music. The sounds of local musicians will fill the coastal air across Margaritaville as live music can be found at the restaurants, bars, and pool area.
Marina
The Marina at Margaritaville Resort offers 43 slips for transient vessels, providing convenient access to the resort’s waterfront dining options and live entertainment. Boaters can dock their vessels at the marina and spend a day dining, drinking, and shopping at Margaritaville. You don’t have to be a resort guest to cruise over to the marina!
Resort Ferry
The resort sits just across the canal from The Wharf, an entertainment district with shops, restaurants, attractions, and year-round events. Both guests of Margaritaville and those visiting The Wharf can hop on the resort ferry to travel back and forth between the two. The ferry will run nonstop throughout the day and is a quick and easy way to access all the fun at The Wharf and Margaritaville.
Arcade
When you need a break from the sun or want to challenge your friends and family to a little competition, check out the Fin City Arcade. From classic arcade games to interactive simulators and multiplayer experiences, Fin City has something for all ages. Spanning over 7,000 square feet, you could spend all day inside this entertainment hot spot!
Tip: Looking for grown-up games like pool and darts? Visit the Ville ’77 Social Club speakeasy!
Shopping
If the shops at The Wharf aren’t enough, head over to Margaritaville for more retail therapy. The resort’s signature Live Like a Song Margaritaville Store has two locations, one inside the lobby and another at the Fins Up! Waterpark next to the poolside restaurant. Pick up clothes, hats, and other noteworthy souvenirs to commemorate your visit! The marina store has everything needed for a day out on the water like snacks, drinks, and sunglasses.
Pool & Activity Deck
With seven acres of water fun, the water park and activity deck are the ultimate spots for slashing the day away, soaking up the Southern sun, or sipping a tropical drink by the pool. This massive pool area features a 1,000+-foot lazy river, a waterside tower, a kid zone pool play area, and a resort-style pool with a swim-up bar and a 22-foot outdoor TV, perfect for poolside game days. The area will also have pool loungers, umbrellas, cabanas, a shaded grassy lawn, and a beer garden serving iced-cold LandSharks.
Tip: Not staying at the resort? No problem! Margaritaville offers day passes for non-guests to access the pool and activity deck.
Meeting & Event Space
There’s no better place to gather than the Alabama Gulf Coast. Margaritaville Orange Beach boasts versatile event and meeting spaces that can host everything from corporate events to receptions and parties. Bring your group together on Alabama’s Beaches for a memorable time by the water with help from the dedicated resort staff.

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Margaritaville Orange Beach isn’t your average resort. This coastal paradise is a dream for boaters, water lovers, and anyone seeking a serene sanctuary combined with family-friendly fun.

