With a population of 5,441, Orange Beach is a must-see destination in Alabama, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Orange Beach has to offer.
If you’re looking for affordable options, Villaggio Grille at the Wharf (4790 Main Street, F108) and Ginny Lane Bar & Grill (4780 Wharf Parkway S101) are great picks.
Although Orange Beach doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Pensacola (PNS), which is located 45 km from Orange Beach. The shortest flight to Orange Beach from Australia departs from Brisbane and takes around 29h 49m.
Another option to get to Orange Beach is to pick up a car hire from New Orleans, which is about 241 km from Orange Beach. You’ll find branches of Avis and Dollar, among others, in New Orleans.
You can travel by bus to Orange Beach using Greyhound or FlixBus. From Orlando, the bus ride to Orange Beach takes 966 km and will cost you around $181. From Fort Lauderdale, the ticket costs about $366 for a journey of 1473 km.
Average rates range from around $498 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $758 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn & Suites Orange Beach/Gulf Front and Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Orange Beach.
Expect to pay $1.56 per litre in Orange Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.64 and $24.85. The most frequently booked car type in Orange Beach is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Chevrolet Spark or similar) is, on average, 78% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.