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Welcome to Island Royale 1002. Beachfront Comfort in the Heart of Gulf Shores!

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A balcony with a view of a beach and ocean.
A balcony with a view of the beach and ocean.
A pool area with a clear view of the pool, lounge chairs, and a sign indicating no lifeguard on duty.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a granite countertop, and a dining area with a view.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and white cabinetry.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Enjoy the heated pool
    A rare find in this area - swim in comfort or have a relaxing dip.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Gulf Shores Beach

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Hot tub on site
  • Swimming pool
  • Waterpark access
  • On-site fitness centre

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Little Lagoon
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Hangout Music Fest
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

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About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore The Wharf. Tropic Falls at OWA and Shrimpy's Grill and Golf are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Little Lagoon - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Hangout - 1 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Gulf State Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Catch - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Welcome to Island Royale 1002. Beachfront Comfort in the Heart of Gulf Shores! have a pool?

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

Is Welcome to Island Royale 1002. Beachfront Comfort in the Heart of Gulf Shores! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Welcome to Island Royale 1002. Beachfront Comfort in the Heart of Gulf Shores!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Welcome to Island Royale 1002. Beachfront Comfort in the Heart of Gulf Shores!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to Island Royale 1002. Beachfront Comfort in the Heart of Gulf Shores!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to Island Royale 1002. Beachfront Comfort in the Heart of Gulf Shores! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores condo building is just steps away from Little Lagoon and Gulf Shores Beach. Gulf State Park and Wade Ward Nature Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Welcome to Island Royale 1002. Beachfront Comfort in the Heart of Gulf Shores! on 2 Nov 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back again.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was in the perfect location, as we planned a long golfing weekend, we were only a few miles from both golf courses and our favorite restaurants are very close.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
The condo was clean could just use a few upgrades. Location and views were amazing. Communication with the host wasn’t great. I had sent a question about check out to two different numbers that were given and I had never received a response.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place! Wonderful view, right on the beach. Refrigerator had ice and water in the door and there was a separate mini fridge and a small freezer. Coffee machine used ground coffee not k-cups but no big deal. Beach chair and umbrella and other beach items in utility room. Nice washer and dryer. Great communication from the host. Loved being able to see and listen to the Gulf from the front bedroom. I haven't slept that peacefully in years! I will definitely be staying there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Sept 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the view and found the amenities helpful during your stay. It is wonderful to know that you were able to get some peaceful rest, and we look forward to welcoming you back again.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Large space with sliding doors to the balcony and view of the gulf. Could only hear the waves as we slept! Beautiful beach with soft sand. Walking distance to so many fun things; restaurants, shopping, bars! Great location and nice building.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr 2026
Thank you very much for your kind words. We're glad the view, beach, and location helped make your stay enjoyable. We hope to welcome you back again sometime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved the property. We had a few hiccups our refrigerator did not work.They were finally able to fix it the day before we left. They did provide a mini fridge and a deep freezer. It was tricky I had to turn the deep freezer to refrigerate temp as the mini would not fit everything we had for the week. Aside from that it was absolutely wonderful. The walk to the beach was so convenient! The condo itself was amazing it was clean, you couldn’t hear people above you or below. The balcony was nice and spacious with an amazing view. We would absolutely recommend. Check out was easy no hassle. Overall great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are so glad you enjoyed the convenient beach access, the spacious balcony, and the quiet atmosphere of the condo. We sincerely apologize for the frustration caused by the refrigerator issues during your stay and appreciate your patience while we worked to provide an alternative solution. We hope to host you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The pool was clean. The hot tub however did not have all the jets working. Everything else about this stay was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2026
Thank you for your review. We're glad you enjoyed the stay and appreciated the cleanliness of the pool. We’re sorry the hot tub jets weren’t all working as expected.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach

Really liked the layout and the amenities
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jul 2025
Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad you enjoyed the layout and amenities. Hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation

It was very clean and had all the commodities we needed for our stay. I would recommend having more toilet paper available, so travelers do not have to bring with them.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr 2025
Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad you enjoyed your stay. Just to note, we only provide a starter kit of supplies, but we appreciate the suggestion and will keep it in mind.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent stay.

This location is very accessible to beach pool and highways. The rooms and condo was very clean. I arrived an hour early and this was no problem. I got into the condo just fine with no hassle. I would stay here again and recommend it to friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Fall break 2023

Condo needs updated and it could of been cleaner. Oh also Needs to to be a public bathroom on ground floor by pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2023
Thank you for reviewing your 2023 fall break vacation at Island Royale 1002. We will inspect the condo and suggest the needed updates to the property owner.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best Ocean and Sunrise/Sunset Views

If you are looking for a place to stay right on the beach with awesome views of the ocean, sunrise and sunsets, this is the place to be. We loved being able to hear the ocean right outside our door as well. The place was clean, nice and spacious. You are close to everything as far as restaurants, and stores, and Orange Beach is just down the road as well. Everyone we met staying there was nice as well as the people on the beach. We enjoyed having the beach chair service also...we didn't have to worry about getting up early to get a spot each morning. The balcony stretched across from the living room to the main bedroom with doors leading into both rooms. You can lay in bed and see the sunrise each morning. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Annual visit to GS

The property is in a perfect location. We walked everywhere which was great. The unit itself was fine, but the amenities need updating. There were two coffee pots, one did not work. One side of the toaster worked. Washer and dryer are older. Master bed mattress could use an update. Patio furniture sparse and needs updating. It is pretty worn. Shower curtain in master did not reach the tub - easy fix, move the curtain rod. Looks like a property bought solely to make money. I’ve been visiting GS annually since 2006. I will be back to GS, but not to this unit.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Apr 2023
Thank you for your detailed review. We value our guest feedback and have replaced the shower curtain and toaster. Please know we apologize for these inconveniences. Please contact us, as we would love to have you as a repeat guest.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and views of Gulf. Small grocery store across street.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun 2026
Thank you for your review. We're glad you enjoyed the location and the views of the Gulf.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great

Ytt
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Gulf shores was great

The room was decent. There was black mold on the bathroom ceiling. The floors felt slimy, not sure if it was a combination of humidity and dirty floors. Now I get on the shore your dealing with a lot of humidity but with a good air conditioning system l, think that could be held in check. One in our group about slipped and fell in the shower because there were no grips on the tub. I would think with the money that place turns over, these could easily be maintained. My last little complaint, we got 2 rolls of toilet paper. I don’t understand why some of that is not complimentary. I paid around 1500 bucks for this stay and thought some of these issues could be corrected. Don’t get me wrong I would stay again but dealing with “maintenance” people that I do in my line work, you have to make sure people are cleaning like they should and doing their job correctly! Just a side note, I do heating and air conditioning, so that’s why I picked at the humidity problem. It was like a cold wet blanket in that room.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan 2025
Thank you for the rating! We’re thrilled you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back again soon!
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