Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
Heated pool
Swim in comfort year-round in the heated pool, a rare find in this location.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Close to Gulf Shores Beach
4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 11
Popular amenities
On beach
Heated pool
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Explore the area
Gulf Shores, AL
Hangout Music Fest
Place, Hangout Music Fest
3 min walk
Gulf Shores Beach
Place, Gulf Shores Beach
5 min walk
Gulf State Park
Place, Gulf State Park
8 min walk
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)
Bonus Room with Twin Beds
3 Single Beds
Guest King Suite Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Guest King Suite Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Guest King Suite Bedroom 4
1 King Bed
Master King Bedroom
1 King Bed
4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Guest King Suite Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Guest King Suite Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Guest King Suite Bathroom 4
Toilet · Shower only
Half Bathroom in Hallway
Toilet
Master King Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
Direct Beach Access | Walking distance to All Local Hotspots
Gulf Place 502
** Must be 25 or older to rent** ** No Cancellations permitted for the NCAA Beach Volleyball Championship April 27-May 7 ** ** Unit comes with 4 parking passes **
Enjoy a vacation destination full of luxury and relaxation in the incredible Gulf Place, Unit 502! This property is located in the heart of Gulf Shores right next to The Hangout with countless restaurants and attractions within walking distance. Take the elevator up to your Beachfront condo with a sweet, city view that will take your breath away. Gulf Place was built in 2020 and holds truly incomparable condos; the modern sleekness, top-quality furnishings, appliances, and views are simply unbeatable!
Enter the 5-bedroom/4.5-bathroom unit that radiates light through the giant, floor-to-ceiling windows that encompass the entire living room, dining room, and kitchen. Enjoy the large sectional for tons of seating space while taking advantage of the Smart TV. Go through the dining area that seats 8 into the spacious, gorgeous kitchen for more seating at the large-scale, quartz waterfall island! Any and all appliances you may need in the kitchen are here and of top quality to meet your cooking needs. Step outside to the expansive, wrap-around balcony with lots of seating to get the most amazing views of the city of Gulf Shores; this balcony can be accessed from 3 bedrooms in the condo!
Head down the hallway to access the four king bedrooms and the bonus room. Four of the bedrooms contain a king-size bed, Smart TV, and an ensuite bathroom. These 4 bedrooms are beautifully decorated and contain their own private, glass doors to the balcony. Each regular bedroom also comes with an ensuite, sleek bathroom; two bathrooms contain a walk-in shower, one has a tub/shower combo, and the final bathroom has a double vanity and large walk-in shower. The bonus room features 2 twin-size beds with 1 pull-out trundle bed. This bonus room can sleep up to 3 guests. The half bath is also located in the hallway for general convenience.
Step out of 502 and head up the elevator to access the amazing rooftop pool, the multitude of pool cabanas and lounging areas, and the incredible, birds-eye view of the Gulf Shores beaches and city that stretched for miles! Inside the recreational area, have fun playing ping-pong, board games, or just chill and have a snack. This area alone will have you tempted to extend your stay!
Gulf Place offers many amenities for you that we are sure you will appreciate: - WiFi Access - Washer and Dryer - Private Balcony - City View - Rooftop Heated Communal Pool - Access to Recreational Area - Kitchen Island - Top-Quality Appliances - Smart TVs - Beachfront Property - Perfect Location (Right next to the Hangout) - Bottom Floor- Access to Island Market and Trading Co.
Don't forget to bring: While Lucky Bird provides you with an initial supply of toilet paper, paper towels, hand soap, trash bags, laundry detergent, and dish soap to get you through your first 24 hours, we recommend you bring the following: paper towels, toilet paper, trash bags, toiletries, hairdryer, napkins, condiments, spices, dishwashing liquid, laundry soap, coffee and coffee filters, beach towels, umbrella, beach toys, sunscreen, and anything else you may need for your perfect vacation.
Gulf Place is a non-smoking property and no pets are permitted. You must be 25 years of age or older to reserve this property. Monthly rental rates are available November 1st - March 1st.
We sincerely look forward to your stay at Gulf Place 502- the ultimate luxury vacation destination!
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Gulf Shores
Located in Gulf Shores, this condo is in the city centre and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park, while Waterville USA and The Park at OWA are popular area attractions. Consider The Hangout for a night out or Shrimpy's Grill and Golf if you're travelling with kids. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.
Gulf Shores, AL
What's nearby
Hangout Music Fest - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
The Hangout - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Gulf Shores Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Gulf State Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Waterville USA - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
Restaurants
The Hangout - 3 min walk
The Catch - 5 min walk
Pink Pony Pub - 4 min walk
Sunliner Diner - 4 min walk
Picnic Beach - 5 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Direct Beach Access | Walking distance to All Local Hotspots have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Direct Beach Access | Walking distance to All Local Hotspots?
As of 19 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Direct Beach Access | Walking distance to All Local Hotspots on 8 September 2026 start from NZ$2,128, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Direct Beach Access | Walking distance to All Local Hotspots pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Direct Beach Access | Walking distance to All Local Hotspots?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Direct Beach Access | Walking distance to All Local Hotspots?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Direct Beach Access | Walking distance to All Local Hotspots?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Direct Beach Access | Walking distance to All Local Hotspots located?
Located in Gulf Shores, this beachfront condo building is in the city centre and within a 5-minute walk of The Hangout and Gulf Shores Beach. Gulf State Park and Waterville USA are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Fantastic location and units. We couldn't have been happier and the service from staff was great. See you next year!
Jerry G.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Chandra T.
20 October 2025
Great stay!
Love this roomy condo! This is the third time we have stayed here and it is always amazing. Perfect location, easy access to the beach. The rooms are spacious and comfortable. Parking was also close and easy. Will be returning for sure :)
Chandra T.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Dave S.
9 July 2023
Great place
Great condo and great location
Dave S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2023
We are happy you enjoyed it! Come back and see us again any time!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Becky Y.
4 June 2024
Wonderful place to stay
Gulf Place is comfortable and convenient. We enjoyed our time there very much. The rooftop pool is beautiful, the sunset views spectacular.
We were there for a beach volleyball tournament and the location was perfect. Unit was clean, updated, and enough room for all of us. Will stay again!
Jennifer C.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Kevin W.
17 March 2026
Three
The space is very nice. I would've given more stars except that there are so many things that you are not made aware of before booking, that should be made known, such as: parking situation, the fact that you are literally rushed out of the space (very uncomfortable situation when you have a large group with you). The lack of concern for the tenants needs upon checkout was a bit disturbing, bc the communication is basically you have to be gone by 10 (too early for checkout), not leaving enough time between the previous tenant and the upcoming tenant. The space does mot have enough essentials on hand.
Kevin W.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Rosie T.
2 July 2025
Five
My family and I had an enjoyable stay at your property. Loved the location. No problems with anything.
Great location. Huge disappointment that the roof top pool was not available 50% of the time as this was a drawing feature and why we were willing to pay more.
The accommodations were wonderful and we felt safe the entire time there! The location is central with lots of restaurants and activities close. The rooftop pool is beautiful. I would return without hesitation!
Our family got together at Gulf Place for Thanksgiving. The condo was in great condition and had everything we needed for our stay. We really enjoyed the neighborhood too. There was lots of stuff for us to do together with the kids, and the adults were able to get out and enjoy some of the local bars within walking distance too! We are already talking about a repeat trip for next year!
Jeff M.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2023
Jeff,
We are thrilled to hear you had a pleasant holiday experience with us! You and your family are welcome back anytime :)
This space was absolutely perfect for my large size family. All features were updated and we had plenty of space for our 11 members. Decor was beautifully put together.
Nefertiti L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2023
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! We hope to host you again in the future.
Chose property primarily due to location close to the Hangout, could literally see the band playing from living room, and hear them from balcony, and many other restaurants and shopping within walking distance as well as been right on the beach
Great experience in Gulf Shores staying at this property
Roger K.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2023
So glad you enjoyed it, Roger! We are happy to hear about your experience and hope to see you again!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jim B.
21 June 2025
Such a nice stay!
The condo was so spacious and convenient to many things. We enjoyed it so much!
Having the new Embassy Suites opening up across the street is going to be a negative thing I fear. They were testing out their speaker systems the whole time we were there and it was REDICULOUSLY LOUD! The music was shaking our windows. We had small kids with us and it definitely affected their sleep. Other than that, it was great. We stayed there last year also and loved it. It is very quiet inside the condo even with the Hangout next door with live bands every night. We will definitely consider staying at Gulf Place again next year.
Loved this place! There were only two problems. All of the beds had microfiber sheets that seemed to be a size too large and they were horrible! They didn't fit tight and every morning the fitted sheet had come off the mattress. The 2nd thing was the amount of noise on the street side of the condo. It was VERY loud! If you rent from this complex, get on the beach side!
Debbie W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2023
We are glad you enjoyed your stay! We will definitely look into the issue you ran into with the bed sheets being too large and get that fixed. We appreciate the feedback on the noise level from street side, unfortunately there isn't anything we can do. Thanks for staying with us, we hope to see you again!
First the cruise, we like that all the bedrooms have their own bathroom. The view from the hang out out was fun at night. All the rooms have blackout shades.
Cons - There are no baking dishes like Pyrex in the condo. There’s one cookie sheet.The hallway smelled like dead fish entire time we were there.
Golf place does not have their own beach access, you will be on a public beach. Go tours public beach does not allow you to use canopy tents. And then you have the public beach People that you are with.
Overall we enjoyed staying here, but the public beach access would probably deter me from staying again
Summer B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2023
Thank you for your feedback! We apologize it was not made clear that Gulf Place has public beach access. Thank you for letting us know about the shortage of baking dishes, we will get that taken care of! We hope you come back to visit us again!
I loved this place and would stay here again. Three things that would improve this property. First, when we booked originally, it was listed as beach front, beach views. We did not have a beach view except in the dining area, so no bedroom beach view. Still, this property is so close to the beach that I overlooked that. The property is new or newly renovated. Second, each unit should have a broom. It is completely hard wood and we had a toddler. We bought a broom and dust pan and left it in the room to pick up behind a family. The property is across the street from the Hangout (beach side of the street) but the Hangout shuts down at 11 so no worries. Finally, the property manager was VERY responsive to everything we needed (hot water turned up, additional guests).
We had a wonderful time staying at Gulf Place with Lucky Bird. It was really easy to get to and Lucky Bird provided great emails, information, and maps to understand parking and everything. I was very pleased to find multiple excellent carts to help us unload. Parking was clearly identified and easy to get to, but honestly we did not have to drive much given the amazing location. The unit clean and wonderful. Lucky Bird was clear on what was included regarding additional toiletries and cleaning supplies, which allowed us to get extra as we liked. Very helpful and totally reasonable for the price. The unit itself was luxurious and great to bit in. We loved the views. The rooftop pool was wonderful. While heating can do only so much in winter, it made it usable in late December which our kids loved. The pool and chaises were fantastic. Not only did we enjoy the pool but came up for sunset views as well. The game room was fun and helpful for going up to the pool. The kitchen was well stocked with essentials, including dishes, glasses, a great coffee maker and blender. The utensils were adequate unless someone has a specialty focus. Our family group had a great time and we all loved staying there. We would happily stay again. I’ve rarely had an easier experience than with Lucky Bird.
Location of the property is great if you want to be in the action, check in easy and was clean. The problem was that on the website and in the descriptions of the rooms it was listed as five bedrooms. The fifth room has no window or closet. It is tiny and has two twin beds crammed in it. It was hot, and didn’t get air circulation. I imagine the original concept would have been for it to be storage. I contacted the realty company that runs the property, they told me that because it was listed as a bonus room on one part of the description that it was accurate. As realtors they most certainly know this isn’t true, it’s deceptive and it’s done on all of their “five bedroom” properties in gulf shores. The photos and title of the property have it listed as five bedroom. The street side of the building is definitely loud. Again it’s right in the action so it’s great for walking but the windows don’t protect against any sort of sound.
Jean E.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
From a partner site
2/10 Terrible
David H.
10 July 2023
Great Condo - Horrible crowds-vibe
This was our 3rd time at Gulf Place, the condo unit, pool, common space and staff were great. So it's hard to say this but the vibe in downtown Gulf Shores has changed, we've been staying in the area for 30 years, we noticed the change as soon as we got in and unloaded our cars. There were kids selling stuff out of their cars as they circled around the Hangout and every day there was an element that definitely were not there just to have fun. Of course there was the shooting the first Monday we were there also, thankfully the victim is supposed to recover and the shooter was arrested. Every day of the week there was something going on, from girls being harassed, to gangs of kids trolling around looking for trouble, it was not the Gulf Shores we've known and loved and will not be coming back. I hope for the community and the businesses this gets resolved. Some may say it was just the spring break crowd but I've never seen a spring crowd like that in 30 years. I appreciate the police presence and their approach but GS is a small town and they can't be everywhere all the time. Again, this rating is about the surrounding area, not the complex, if you want to stay shut in the complex, its a beautiful space.
David H.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Nancy F.
29 November 2022
Five
We had an absolutely wonderful stay. Far better than I ever imagined. Thank you so much
Nancy
Nancy F.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
sherry K.
11 October 2022
Gulf Place 502
This is by far the best accommodations at the gulf! We have been coming to the beach annually for years and this condo is second to none. It was clean, very spacious and the perfect place for multiple families to stay and still have plenty of privacy. We have already booked for 2023.
sherry K.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tyler C.
29 September 2022
Best Place in Gulf Shirts
Our family loves this spacious and well managed property! The roof top pool is beautiful and access to the public beach is perfect! Can't wait to visit again!
Tyler C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lisa S.
1 August 2022
Wonderful weekend
Had an awesome time, for moms and our teenage sons it was the perfect set up. The location is wonderful, so close to action, food choices and entertainments. Beach is great, wide and white.
Lisa S.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Robyn H.
11 July 2022
Great family vscation
It was perfect for the whole family. Lots of room for all the grandkids.
Robyn H.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Neal B.
26 June 2022
Great Vacation
The condo was very clean and had a great location to the town and beach. It was very easy to navigate between the town, beach, and pool to satisfy all quests. We would certainly stay here again. The only complaint from our group was the road noise that could be heard on occasion. Overall, it was a very nice setup that was enjoyed by our group.
Neal B.
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