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 28 miles from Orange Beach. The shortest flight to Orange Beach from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 19h 12m.
Another option to get to Orange Beach is to pick up a car hire from New Orleans, which is about 150 miles from Orange Beach. You’ll find branches of Budget and Hertz, among others, in New Orleans.
You can travel by bus to Orange Beach using FlixBus or Busbud. From Orlando, the bus ride to Orange Beach takes 600 miles and will cost you around €150. From Houston, the ticket costs about €148 for a journey of 755 miles.
Average rates range from around €299 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €389 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 €0.97 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 €11.60 and €15.46. 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, 57% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.