Best Western On The Beach

3.0 star property

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, sun loungers
On the beach, white sand
Exterior
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Street View) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

Map
337 E Beach Boulevard, Gulf Shores, AL, 36542
  • Hangout Music Fest
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Waterville USA
    ‪18 min walk‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Street View)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(61 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Street View)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(40 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(52 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Street View)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Microwave (Street View)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Microwave (Street View)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Oceanfront

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Best Western On The Beach

3-star Gulf Shores hotel walkable to Gulf Shores Beach
An indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a 24-hour business center, a business center, and conference space.
Best Western On The Beach offers 101 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

2 hot tubs are on site along with an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Other recreational amenities include a children's pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Best Western On The Beach features 2 hot tubs, an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. The hotel offers a restaurant. This 3-star property offers access to a 24-hour business center and a meeting room.

A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is complimentary. This beach hotel also offers a vending machine, gift shops/newsstands, and a front-desk safe. Complimentary self parking is available on site.

Best Western On The Beach is a smoke-free property.

Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge.
Island Pancake House - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: USD 10 to 20 for adults and USD 10 to 20 for children
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Island Pancake House

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
10 children, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 15 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 20 for adults, and USD 10 to 20 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Best Western Beach
Best Western Beach Gulf Shores
Best Western Beach Hotel Gulf Shores
Best Western Gulf Shores
Best Western On The Beach Hotel Gulf Shores
Gulf Shores Best Western
Best Western Beach Hotel
Best On The Gulf Shores
Best Western On The Beach Hotel
Best Western On The Beach Gulf Shores
Best Western On The Beach Hotel Gulf Shores

Best Western On The Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 492 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 274 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 122 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 55 out of 1001 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jerry

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
We stayed here with our kids during spring break and had a decent experience. The best parts were the easy beach access and the ocean-view room (definitely worth the upgrade). The two hot tubs and indoor pool were also lifesavers—especially on colder days when the kids needed entertainment. Another plus was the short walk to a nearby park and the pier, which added some variety to our outings. That said, the property itself feels tired and outdated. The bathroom was cramped, and the aging decor made the whole place feel worn. My biggest complaint, though, was the smoking area right by the elevator. Every trip to our room meant walking through a haze of smoke—not ideal with kids in tow. The hotel should really move it to a less-trafficked spot. One other letdown was the food at the on-site Pancake Factory. The taste and presentation were both below average, so we ended up eating out more than planned. Overall, this place works if you prioritize location and basic amenities, but don’t expect luxury or great dining. With a few upgrades and better management of the smoking area, it could be much better.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice little place

The place was in a great location with easy access to the beach. Rooms were pretty clean. Beds were comfortable. Stove and full size fridge was super convenient. Areas around pools were clean. Outdoor hot tub wasn’t hot at all, but the 2 inside were. Only one elevator, but the place isn’t huge so waiting for an elevator wasn’t terrible. The staff were all friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Traveled with partner
Clean and tidy However the walls of the room were so thin you could hear other guests communicating in the adjacent rooms Good location on the beach Lots of dining choices local to the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sybella

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Raven

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super convenient amenities friendly and helpful staff on board!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ardath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely nice and helpful. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Calyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was amazing! The room, the view, the amenities, the distance from places was walkable!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teshla

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean hotel. Beach access was perfect and the location was very convenient for whatever you may need or want to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kelsey

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I stayed there for spring break and I regret every moment I was there the room was filthy the balcony had food from the previous stay still there. I was charged $250 in cash for my husband smoking one cigarette on the balcony and I was not there at the time it took place. It's a racist hotel and my reason for saying this is because I'm black and I was charged $250 and you had whites on the same floor I was on smoking but because they didn't get caught they wasn't ask to pay.The manger lied to my husband like he was the owner of the hotel and then stalked them came to room several times hoping to smell smoke or catch him smoking went to the extreme talking about taking me to court for a $250 smoking fine etc. Like as if I was broke and couldn't afford $250. No room services all while I was there has a stove with no utensils or pots or pans to cook with and a very small room size refrigerator. Sand was all over the room when I entered it. I have attached the pictures of the dirty room when I entered it.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay here everytime im in Gulf shores, always a great experience
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good value for a room on the beach. Bathroom was small but extremely clean. Enjoyed our stay and will visit this location again. Soon we hope.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Patra

Disliked: Cleanliness
The hotel is conveniently located right on the beach. You can walk right onto the white sand without a boardwalk, and showers are provided to wash off the sand. The rooms are old and musty, but I didn’t expect much else for the price. Might want to bring an extra blanket as the sheets and bed covering are very thin.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Taehyun

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Sonia, mountainside

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darla

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lou Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My wife and I loved staying at Best Western on the beach. I recommend this place to those traveling to Gulf Shores.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorthy

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On the Beach
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025