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Perched on scenic East Beach, Royal Palms 1306 is a direct Gulf Front Condo that offers panoramic views of the sparkling gulf water and sugar white sand from your private balcony. Enjoy an indoor heated pool, fitness center, sauna and free WiFi for a relaxing retreat. With modern decor throughout this fully-tiled condo has all appliances plus ice maker to make you feel right at home.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire condo

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 663 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

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About this property

Beachfront | Indoor Pool | Penthouse Unit w Top Tier Views

  • Awesome Gulf Front Condo- Indoor Pool / Fitness Room / Free WiFi!.

    Welcome to Royal Palms 1306 - sky-high beachfront views!

    *UPDATE as of Jan 20th: concrete repairs will take place in the common areas at Royal Palms - anticipated now through mid/end of February. There's no impact to the condo, guests may hear intermittent noise.

    Enjoy panoramic views of the sparkling gulf water and sugar white sand from your private balcony. Royal Palms in Gulf Shores is a prime location on scenic East Beach and only about 1 mile from the center of town. Condo size is 1BR/2BA and approx. 676 SqFt. Free WiFi!

    The master bedroom includes a recently replaced Sealy Black Opal King mattress!

    On-site amenities include an outdoor pool, indoor heated pool, fitness center, and sauna! Awesome complex directly on the beach, and easy walking distance to the center of town, and the closest condo to Gulf State Pier!

    Please Note:
    Royal Palms will be a No Smoking property starting August 16, 2025. This includes balconies and all common areas.A designated smoking area is located near the BBQ area.Violators may be fined or evicted after a second warning.
    Thank you for respecting this policy.

    Newly installed tile throughout plus accent wall! Recent updates also include new bathroom vanities and large flat screen in living room.

    Continually updated, this direct gulf front condo is fully tiled with bright, modern decor. Breathtaking coastline views from your Penthouse floor private balcony directly off the living room. Condo has all appliances, ice maker, Flatscreen TVs(3), 2 DVDs, Elevator (2), & Washer/Dryer. 55" 4K UHD Smart TV with DVD and surround sound in living room. 32" Flat Screen with DVD in Master Bedroom, and 19" Flat Screen in Bunk Area.

    Parking is available on-site with the pricing below:
    $67/veh - (2MAX)
    $152/veh - (2MAX) during the Hangout Festival
    *Winter monthly guests are required to purchase 1 parking pass per month of the stay with no pro-rations. 2 MAX per month.

    Bedding is:
    Bedroom: King
    Sleeping Area 2: Bunk Beds (for children)
    Sleeper Sofa: Queen

    Approx Area: 676 Sq Ft

    Gulf Shores Alabama Beach Front Vacation Rentals hosted by Gulfsands. Please call or book online for reservations today. Check our specials page for current deals & discounts!

    Monthly stays are from the 1st of the month to the 1st of the next month. We do not prorate our rates.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the condo: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 676 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Renter/occupant min age 25 years;must stay in unit

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: Pets are not allowed.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Gulf Shores, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. The Park at OWA is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Orange Beach Tennis Center or Foley Sportsplex. Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Gulf Shores travel guide
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf State Park
    Gulf State Park
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Gulf State Park Fishing Pier
    Gulf State Park Fishing Pier
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Sunset on Orange Beach Alabama with people in hazy fog
    Orange Beach Beaches
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach
    Gulf Shores Beach
    2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Girls relax on red bean bag chairs at beach music festival, enjoying drinks, toasting. Sunlit summer event with stage in background, youthful energy, leisure atmosphere. Women smiling, casual fashion.
    Hangout Music Fest
    2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.)
    65 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Hangout
    3 min drive
  • The Catch
    3 min drive
  • Pink Pony Pub
    3 min drive
  • Sunliner Diner
    2 min drive
  • Picnic Beach
    2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beachfront | Indoor Pool | Penthouse Unit w Top Tier Views have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Beachfront | Indoor Pool | Penthouse Unit w Top Tier Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beachfront | Indoor Pool | Penthouse Unit w Top Tier Views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beachfront | Indoor Pool | Penthouse Unit w Top Tier Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Where is Beachfront | Indoor Pool | Penthouse Unit w Top Tier Views located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Gulf State Park and Gulf Shores Beach. Orange Beach Beaches is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) away.

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Beachfront | Indoor Pool | Penthouse Unit w Top Tier Views Reviews

Reviews

Excellent

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

8.4

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ginny T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just right

The condo was the perfect size for our family with the best view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

44th Anniversary Trip

Royal Palms is our favorite place to stay on our annual anniversary trip…rooms are always pretty, view is perfect and we love being next to the state park beach area!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brian o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hangoit fest

Great view. Walking distance to festival and several places to eat.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Cory H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great beach and great location

Really enjoyed the distance from the condo to the beach. The crowd of the beach was also low, definitely 10/10. The beach service provided was spectacular. Could not have loved them more. The room was not as clean as I would have liked. I mentioned some issues to the rental company but there were more than initially addressed, and once checked in, it’s understandably out of their hands. I feel like it looks clean but wasn’t and maybe that’s enough for others. The rental company is communicative and they fixed an internet service issue relatively quickly but the cleaning service needs to do a better job: floors, tables, coffee pot, stove eyes, and bathrooms need to be throughly cleaned between each guest. Patio furniture could be updated as well as the main door knob and locking system. Some rugs would also help improve the feel of the space. The condo is in a fantastic location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Overall really good! There were a few items: 1) curtain needed in master. The lights are really bright on the building and shine through the window. 2.) toilets both ran. Had to jiggle them to get them to shut off 3.) shower in master. Faucet is weird trying to turn off and on. 4.) no ladder on the bunk. Makes trying to climb into the top bunk almost impossible for younger kids. Had to put them on the couch. 5.) Food left over in the freezer from the previous guest. All minor issues. Easy fixes. Overall it was really good. The decor was nice. View was good. Wasn’t even bad being on the 13th floor.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Heidi K.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

View was great, everything else mediocre at best.

We are not picky and stay in 2-3 rental homes per year. We arrived to shower that had not been cleaned, with a live cockroach in it. Master toilet was broken. No extra blankets for sofa bed. Dishwasher didn’t clean dishes and had horrible smell. Washer and dryer make loud squeaking noise whenever used. The overall initial appearance was fine. We checked in on Sunday. I called immediately once I found the bug and broken toilet. I also sent an email with a picture of the roach. Called me back mid morning the next day- with little to no concern. Sent building manager out to fix the toilet. We went with other families staying in the same building. Their condos were much much nicer and well maintained. Best part about it was the view!! Nice to have an indoor pool with the unpredictable weather. Walking distance to shops and restaurants. Had a great time in Gulf Shores, but wouldn’t stay in this specific condo or with this rental company again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Anthony R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Updated well. It's in a great area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rebecca D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Condo was very nice! Awesome view!! We like to sleep with the fan on but the one in the master kept clicking, so we bought a standup fan. We left it so, hopefully it's there for future vacationers!!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good vacation

Good lbeach front location, nice stay and willl recommend to family and friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Freida W.

Really enjoyed our stay, great time

Condo was clean and we have no complaints
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bret Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Great place to stay will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

arv b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation stay

The property was as advertised.
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hope W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

We absolutely love Royal Palms. This is our go to place to stay. This condo was absolutely perfect. Very clean! Comfortable bed with extra sheets. Kitchen had all appliances we could have needed. Balcony was furnished and very nice. We will definitely come back to this unit every year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Condo

Location was great, and condo was very clean!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Lois V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great excpt the weather
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

We love this condo! Perfect for our fam of 4! Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Moriah A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view of the gulf!

Beautiful view of the gulf! A comfortable place for 2 adults and 2 young children. This part of the beach was perfect for a family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cory W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Nice property and great communication
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Morganne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Getaway

My husband and I took our 4 boys. We come every year but this was our first time with just us as a family. We thought the condo was perfect for our family! Location was close to our favorite restaurants and great shopping! We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

crystal b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

clean and nice

condo was nice easy access to beach and close to several places the hang out and sea and suds could use better beach chairs but overall excellant
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Royal palms

I loved it! I will definitely be back in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betsy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place.

Great place for a couple. Nice and clean. Only 2 problems bedroom needs black out curtains and ice maker didn’t work.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Rebecca G.

Cute condo

The indoor pool, being on the beach and being next to the state park was fantastic. Curtains in bedroom would be nice, the outdoor hall lighting came through the blinds and illuminated the room. Perfect size for our family of 3, 4 would be just as comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Malynn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Everything was exactly as we expected! We will be back :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Joseph M.

Liked: Location

The room was adequate.

The property was pedestrian. Not bad, but certainly not great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022