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Flat-screen TV, DVD player
Indoor pool
A beachfront hotel with multiple high-rise buildings, a sandy beach, and clear blue skies.
Flat-screen TV, DVD player
A sign for Island Tower 521 with a modern building in the background.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire condo

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hangout Music Fest
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf State Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the area

Gulf Shores

This condo places you steps from Gulf Shores Beach and within a 20-minute stroll of Gulf State Park. .You can enjoy a flat-screen TV with a DVD player, and condo features a washing machine, 4 bathrooms and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. In-room jetted baths, a living room and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site water park, indoor swimming pool and gym. Plus you'll find laundry facilities and a lift.
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What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • The Hangout - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Gulf State Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Waterville USA - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Catch - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Picnic Beach - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Best view in Gulf Shores! Luxury and Relaxation!

Island Tower has everything that dream vacations are made of! This is the tallest building in Gulf Shores and has an unobstructed view that makes this property very special. This property is centrally located in Gulf Shores - just a few steps to the beautiful beaches, and only a short walk or drive to the rest of the fun that Gulf shores has to offer. The complex amenities are fantastic as well. Gulf-front heated indoor pool, sauna, Gulf-front fitness center, large beach-side outdoor pool with lounge area, playground, BBQ area, covered parking, two high-speed elevators and 150 feet of white sandy beach. After a day of fun in the sun, kick back and relax on your private balcony and enjoy the view while you breathe in the salty air.

Island Tower Penthouse East has it all. 2400 sq ft to spread out with the entire family. The views from this 26th floor unit are absolutely stunning. The living area features amazing glass walls, comfortable seating for seven, a dining table for eight, and four additional bar stools surround the kitchen. The kitchen has beautiful, modern cabinetry and granite counter tops. All stainless steel appliances, double oven and drop in cook top. There is also a large laundry room with a full sized washer and dryer.

Be advised that the association is NOT a pet-friendly property.
The association retains the right to ensure that all pets on the property are documented and registered
prior to the guest's arrival. All pets on the property without proper registration will result in the owner being
fined $200 per day, the pet will be required to be removed from the premises, and guests may be evicted.

The bedrooms are spacious and well appointed. The Gulf front master suite is amazing! Lots of room with a private balcony, a King sized Bed, flat screen TV, and one of the most beautiful master bathrooms you will find! The complex amenities are fantastic as well. There is an indoor pool as well as an outdoor infinity lap pool. The BBQ area, located on the East side of the complex, is a great place for the family!. The kids can play in the sand or swing in the swings. There is also an exercise room to keep that beach body in shape and covered parking in the parking garage.
Any reservations made prior to October 1st for the Winter Season (January and February) require a 60 day (two month) minimum. Reservations made that do not meet this criteria are subject to cancellation by management. After October 1st, reservations may be made for the winter months at a minimum of three or seven nights, depending on unit specifications.

Professionally managed by Poole and Associates

Additional Information:
Parking Passes are required and may be purchased upon arrival or by contacting our office directly. You must purchase each parking pass. You can have only 2 parking passes per reservation. 2 cars maximum.
Linens are provided however, please bring your own beach towels
The reservation includes a "starter set" of hand soap, 1 roll of toilet tissue per bathroom, 1 trash bag per trash can, and 1 roll of paper towels.

Policies:
Must be at least 25 years of age or older to rent
Photo ID is required at check-in
Sorry, No Smoking
Sorry, No Pets

***Call for monthly "Snowbird" rates November through February!***

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Indoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

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
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 2,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Pets

  • No pets 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Best view in Gulf Shores! Luxury and Relaxation!?

Yep, Best view in Gulf Shores! Luxury and Relaxation! is a short 2-minute walk from Gulf Shores Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find motor boats.

Does Best view in Gulf Shores! Luxury and Relaxation! have a pool?

Take your pick from a pool, a communal pool and an indoor pool.

Does Best view in Gulf Shores! Luxury and Relaxation! have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

What luxury perks are available at Best view in Gulf Shores! Luxury and Relaxation!?

This property features an indoor pool, as well as a jetted bath and a living room.

Is there a private hot tub at Best view in Gulf Shores! Luxury and Relaxation!?

No, but there is Jetted Baths.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Best view in Gulf Shores! Luxury and Relaxation!?

No, Best view in Gulf Shores! Luxury and Relaxation! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Best view in Gulf Shores! Luxury and Relaxation!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Best view in Gulf Shores! Luxury and Relaxation!?

No, pets are not allowed.

Best view in Gulf Shores! Luxury and Relaxation! Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 29 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave K.

Awesome

Great place would love to stay there again
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

paul e.

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

Perfect for all families

This property was incredible! The view was fabulous.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

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

Gossetts family vacation

It was great. Lots of space and bathrooms for everyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

beautiful penthouse with amazing views!

Our family of four had a wonderful time in this penthouse unit at Island Tower. We have stayed in this complex before, but never in the penthouse. We would definitely stay here again. The views are outstanding and the condo is nicely furnished. Everything you need for a great vacation on the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin M.

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

Amazing views

Our stay was incredible! Amazing views, beautiful condo! First time to Gulf Shores and we will definitely return! The property was fantastic. The only complaint is the microwave, could not get microwave popcorn to pop after at least 4 bags not popping. 😍
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Anne L.

Best View Ever!

We totally liked the condo. The view spectacular. Loved the two different seating areas. Kids could watch TV and adults visited while looking at the view. Thought the kitchen was very well stocked. We had four families, 10 people, including 2 toddlers and never felt cramped. We have been coming to Gulf Shores for 15 years. This was our 3rd year at Island Tower. First year in Penthouse. Best Vacation yet!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

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

Fall getaway

Overall a great experience. There was only one kitchen towel and no pot holders... So I bought a set at Walmart... Wonder if they'll stay there. The views at this unit are phenomenal. We had fun looking for marine life with binoculars. Enjoyed the beach several days before a cold front moved in... Would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

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

Beautiful city and gulf views- the best of both worlds.

This unit offers plenty of room for a large family to spread out. The panoramic penthouse views are breathtaking, with one wall of windows facing the gulf and the other featuring views of the city. The master bathroom is very luxurious, and the balcony off the master is perfect for relaxing alone with a cup of coffee, as it is separated from the main balcony. Two of the guest rooms share a small balcony which has a side view of the gulf, and the other guest room faces the front of the building with limited view of the bay. Perfect location, close to everything.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tonya G.

Beautiful Condo! Wonderful Location.

The location and unit were perfect. It was easy walking distance to shopping and restaurants. There was plenty of room for six adults for everyone to have their space. This was especially important since we had plenty of rain the week we stayed. The kitchen was amazing. Since we had rain during our week, we cooked in a couple of nights. The dining room was a great place to play cards and games. It was nice to have laundry in the unit. The beach was a quick walk and the out door pool was very nice. We would stay here again. Great memories.!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Korrie B.

Best View on the Gulf

I’ve been vacationing in Gulf Shores for literally 60 years and can say that it truly does have the best view. Great size and accommodations. Four comfortable bedrooms and 4 baths ... 3 that are ensuite. Great having a washer and dryer in a separate laundry room. The size was equivalent to some houses I’ve rented. Switch out the unused wine frig that’s in the wet bar area for an under cabinet ice maker and you have THE Best accommodations! Poole and Associates were very pleasant and easy to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Kayla A.

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

Great views and easy access to restaurants and beach.

My husband and I rented the Island Tower penthouse for a full week vacation. Overall, it was an amazing trip! The condo was right on the beach and had some breathtaking views. All the rooms were very clean and had cozy beds. Only issue we had during our stay was one of the air units were not functioning properly. We reached out to the property owners to get it addressed. The property owners did respond quickly to our concerns and were very polite about it. They got maintenance out there as soon as they could. However, the HVAC workers ended up having to come by twice. Both times needing another part since air unit still was not functioning properly. Aside from the air issue, our stay was wonderful. We really enjoyed the property and easy access to beach and restaurants. I would suggest in future for owners to do a run through before renting condo out to make sure everything is functioning properly.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

betsy r.

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

Penthouse 2601 East. Island Tower

Best view in gulf shores. . Would stay here again .
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

What a beautiful place to stay!

From the moment we walked in we were in heaven. The view is the first thing that blows you away then the rooms, the furnishings all top notch. Beds were amazing.The master bathroom luxurious. Our entire family 7 of us all had great rooms with balconies. You really felt at home here. What a great time in a great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Parker S.

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

Awesome condo!

Can't ask for a better place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

becky f.

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

Nice but had issues.

Everything was really nice except the renovations being done or that the indoor pool was being worked on.Did not know any of that prior or we would have canceled.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Perfect condo for many couples

The condo we stayed in was a 4 bdrm. When we arrived at check in we were told we had to pay for additional parking passes, over the one included. When there is a 4 bdrm condo surely there could be at least 2 passes given with the rental fee charged. Some areas of the condo could have been cleaner; in side cabinets, bedroom carpets, bathroom rugs. The condo was spacious and comfortable for our party of 6.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne H.

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

1st Trip to Gulf Shores

Great location, loved the beach, Condo has fabulous views, lots of room for everyone Definitely would stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann C.

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

Home From Above

This was our second year in a row to rent the PH. What a wonderful experience both years!! The view is breath taking - I would love a home with the same floor plan.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie N.

Best vaca ever.We will go back.

Beautiful!Awesome! Amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Robert B.

This penthouse needs upgrades before I would call it a penthouse

If you have a big car, truck parking is terrible!! The elevators are very bad , not working half the time , you get stuck or stranded on them ! In the penthouse 2 of the 3 toilets didn’t work and it took half are vacation to get them fixed ! The oven didn’t work well, taking hours to warm up and cook , we took food out of the oven to microwave instead ! It seemed like the coffee maker took an hour to make a pot ! The ice machine in the fridge was useless making very little ice ! The master bedroom bathroom door didn’t close also ! The carpets are dirty, bad as well ! When I rented the penthouse I expected the best , this wasn’t the best not even close !! It was a special vacation with family but when you have to put your hand down in the toilet tank to flush it every time it kind of becomes a awe full start to our vacation !! Think twice before vacationing here the view might not be worth the headaches !!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

heather g.

Beautiful Condo, love the living room hangout area

Great stay! Living room was great for our large number of family members to play games, watch TV and all eat together. Easy walk to area restaurants and shopping. Beach area was super clean and not crowded. Only complaint, not enough towels and washcloths. We had to wash them daily, sometimes twice. We managed fine. Enjoyed our stay and looking to book again for next year!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

cheri h.

Nice get-away

The location and unit was very nice. It was easy walking distance to shopping and restaurants. There was plenty of room for our party of six. We had a nice time at this location. The beach was very nice as well. During our stay the maintenance wanted to come in and do repairs and actually unlocked our door and walked in the condo. I requested they not do repairs when we were on our vacation and they responded very well, were friendly and did not bother us again. I would not recommend bringing a large vehicle because the parking garage is very tight. I had a suburban and getting out was a nightmare.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Elijah S.

Beautiful place

The pictures do not do this place justice, it's a beautiful place. Great views, easy parking, easy beach access. Every you might need is within a 5 mile radius. Very clean. Definitely will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
Archival

2/10 Terrible

carolyn j.

Bad

The furniture is old and out dated and the carpet is dirty. The elevators in the building are so slow and don't work half the time. I called and complained and warned them that I would call fire department. Our beach chairs and umbrellas got stolen ,they were where security told us we could put them. When I called the people we rented from they told me they would call association to see if they could help, that did not fix the problem, so the entire time we were there the elevators were a big problem
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017
Archival

8/10 Good

Vickie S.

Great space ! Great Views !

The unit is amazing! The views are incredible, very spacious and well stocked with all the utinsils needed for a 2 week stay. I would like to have given 5 stars but the carpeting really needs to be cleaned and the tile could use a really good scrub. You had to wear flip flops or shoes or your feet were BLACK! Love Gulf Shores and I would rent this unit again but would request floors cleaned prior to check in. Poole staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2016