The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel

4.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Outdoor pool
Lobby

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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21196 East Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, AL, 36542
  • Place, Gulf State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf Adventure Center at Gulf State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Orange Beach Beaches
    ‪5 min walk‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(64 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, Multiple Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Room, Multiple Beds, Balcony (Gulf Front)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Gulf Front)

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Gulf Front)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(52 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Gulf Front)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Gulf Front)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, Multiple Beds, Balcony (Gulf Front)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Suite, Balcony (Gulf Front)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Murphy Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony (Hearing, Gulf Front)

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, Multiple Beds, Bathtub (Gulf Front)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Room, Multiple Beds, Balcony (Gulf Front)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds (Gulf Front)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Balcony (Hearing, Gulf Front)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony (Roll-In Shower, Gulf Front)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing, Gulf Front)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, Multiple Beds, Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

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

Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Balcony (Gulf Front)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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About the area

Gulf Shores

When you stay at The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel in Gulf Shores, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Gulf State Park and 14 minutes by foot from Gulf Shores Beach. .This beach resort is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Orange Beach Beaches and 6.5 mi (10.4 km) from The Wharf.

What's nearby

  • Gulf State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Gulf Adventure Center at Gulf State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Orange Beach Beaches - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Gulf State Park Fishing Pier - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Catch - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel

On beach with outdoor pool, near Gulf State Park
The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel offers 350 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary toiletries. Tempur-Pedic beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. This Gulf Shores resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the resort include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.

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

Make yourself at home in one of the 350 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your Tempur-Pedic bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.
Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including an outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room.
Enjoy American cuisine at Foodcraft, one of the resort's 5 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 5 bars/lounges. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Gulf Shores? This resort has 40000 square feet (3716 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 24 meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Foodcraft - This beachfront family restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
Perch - This beachfront restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open select days.
Roasted Oak Coffee & Wine - This beach lobby lounge specializes in American cuisine and serves light fare only. Open daily.
The Dragonfly Pool Bar - This bar specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch and light fare. Open daily.
Woodside - Onsite restaurant. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site (USD 15 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 22 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet and self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 23.95 for adults and USD 12 for children
  • 5 bars/lounges
  • 5 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Foodcraft
  • Perch
  • Roasted Oak Coffee & Wine
  • The Dragonfly Pool Bar
  • Woodside

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room cot
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business centre
  • 40,000 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • In a state park
  • On a lake
  • On the beach
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 5 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 23.95 for adults and USD 12.00 for children
  • Self parking fee: USD 15 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 22 per day (in/out privileges)

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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 CleanStay (Hilton)

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
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hilton Lodge Gulf State Park AL Orange Beach
Hilton Gulf State Park AL Orange Beach
Hilton Gulf State Park AL
Hilton Gulf State Park AL Ora
Hilton The Lodge at Gulf State Park AL
The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel Resort
The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel Gulf Shores
The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel Resort Gulf Shores

The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 733 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 141 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1003 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was beautiful, very nice. Staff was always helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michial

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

The staff was great! The fact that they were under construction was a bit disappointing. To hear drills in the morning was not appreciated. The outdoor construction did not bother us, just the indoor. The room was clean, very average in appearance. Have never had to pay for parking before, just caught me off guard, guess it’s the new way these days. But overall, loved the location and the amenities. Will stay again and would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Monica

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Becky

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We would love to come back to this property again-after the remodel is completed. We had a beautiful view, clean room, friendly staff, and good food. We could walk to the park and ride bikes and the segways. The beach was great. We weren’t told about the remodel that was in progress. before our visit. Workers did their best to keep work contained, but the generator was below our balcony. It was all we heard during day hours. The remodel will be beautiful and enhance a great property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

McKenna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This was a very nice property. However, I put leftovers in the fridge for them to then freeze. I can’t find a single microwave in the entire hotel which is absurd. Motel 6 even has microwaves. The walls also must be made out of paper as I can hear literally everything that goes on in the hallway. I shouldn’t be woken up on Sunday morning at 8am because of noise in the hallway.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Carly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean and beautiful. They’re building a new pool so there was some construction going on under our room, but they didn’t disturb us, and didn’t start working early. It was quite a walk to the beach, but that’s only temporary until the new pool is finished and they reopen that beach access. My only minor complaint is there is no restroom close to the temporary beach access that I could find, so it’s quite a walk to the lobby or current pool restrooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Logan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Breakfast is not free. The parking is far from the check in counter and you have to pay for it! You can't bring your own drinks or a cooler to the pool. The fire alarm randomly went off one night and the front desk staff did nothing about it. If you book with expedia or anything other than Hilton, you probably won't get the room you booked. Our room was just open when we got to it and the rooms are so far away from the front desk if you get in the 50s + numbers. The view of the beach was nice and the balacony, but other than that it was a hassle and nothing was done to fix the hotels mistakes.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking is inconvenient, especially if you self-park ($15/day). Valet parking ($22/day) shares the same area that is 400' from the hotel front entrance. Nothing is in walking distance (except the state park across the road). Guests will either walk to and from the parking lot 2-3 times a day, or wait and tip a valet attendant 2-3 times a day. This situation becomes worse in inclement weather. The pool is ordinary. The only access from the sprawling resort property to the beach is via a long boardwalk from the SW corner. Not especially convenient. Going anywhere at this property is a trek. A pair of chaise lounges with an umbrella at the beach will cost you $45 a day. Bed and pillows were comfortable. Walk-in shower was roomy with strong water pressure. Each room comes with a pair of 16 oz. bottle of water @ $3.00. Porter trolleys are not available to guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mugdha

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property by the beach front. Loved it would be back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristie

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

Enjoy

Everyone was very friendly from the valet, bell hop and wait staff. We ate at all restaurants and really enjoyed them. We will definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location was great, hotel was very nice. Staff across their functions were friendly, always engaging, impressed they were busy working regardless day or night. Staff, food, and location will have me book again. Foodcraft breakfast & dinner was excellent, we'll try The Perch next time, worth the price. The Dragonfly service was very slow, especially if you sit at the bar, and food and drinks were underwhelming and overpriced, except for the wings. Room was fine, seemed a bit tight, and the big stand up lamp in room was weird and was in the way. The bed was maybe too soft, and felt like an undersized King, but was okay. It would be nice to have a fan available. Otherwise, bathrooms clean, towels were good quality. Shower was large stand up but smaller single showerhead needs to be large to cover two people. Marsh view was fine, but wished we knew the roadway was right there. We liked the public balconies with seating and ocean views on each level. Mostly dipped in the ocean yet pool was nice. We will book a different style room next time so not adjourning and see how it is. Do not like the idea of an expanded pool area and dune removal for 2026. If I wanted a typical resort feel, I’d book in Orange Beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness
The lobby is very beautiful and desk staff are good. The breakfast buffet is first rate! It's a first class conference hotel and resort. Extremely eco-friendly. All staff are very friendly and helpful. I was very disappointed in having no convenient beach access. There was pool onstruction right in front of the balcony. The balcony furniture was very uncomfortable. My room was a long walk from the lobby. The in-room water is $3 a bottle. You are required to join Hilton Rewards to access the "free" Internet. Kids run around the hallways making noise and unsupervised. Valet parking is basically required because parking is very far away. Valet parking takes a while to get your car. The facility is really too large for mature people to easily navigate. I will stay at other beach resorts because this one is not for me.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

jason

Liked: Cleanliness
Used the romantic filter on Hotels.com . FAIL, screaming kids everywhere. Kids in the pool until the pool closed. This hotel was as romantic as a daycare.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

KATHY

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has everything you need and close to pier..
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Jeff

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
1. We were happy to get a Gulf view room and were happy to pay for this. No one disclosed that our view was over very loud daily pool construction. Power washers running early. Cement trucks backing into the area. Loud. We wanted rest and relaxation. 2. Bugs. Sand flies in our bathroom. Dozens of them. Nowhere else. We’re told that we must be letting them in. We spend most days out if the room so I doubt this. 3. Beach access. Close boardwalk was closed due to already mentioned construction. Forced to walk to opposite end of hotel (and it is very long) to go to tbe beach. Horrible on my bad knees. 4. Expensive. No discount for construction area. Not even mentioned.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great view from balcony
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Frank

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room/grounds/lobby were very nice…no luggage carts available for guests…not accommodating AT ALL for check out 1 hour later…they charge for self-parking which was a long hike…did not inform us about construction so had to walk a very long way to access the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Randall

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The balcony view was nice but there was construction and saws running right under our room during our stay. The parking was also a great distance from the hotel so that was the most inconvenient aspect of our stay. They offer valet parking but of course that cost extra if you wanted that option. Over all the teip was ok but parking was a disappointment for sure
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025