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Paradise is calling 🌴 Pick up! The beach is more affordable than you think!

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Pool
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A tropical Paradise awaits you!

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61080 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Hangout Music Fest
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Paradise is calling 🌴 Pick up! The beach is more affordable than you think!

Welcome to the stunning Crystal Tower, a beachfront haven like no other. Dive into the Gulf's largest outdoor pool featuring a Lazy River or cross the air-conditioned enclosed walk-over to access miles of sugar-white sandy beaches. This exceptional destination is nestled across the street from the Gulf of Mexico, boasting an array of amenities that make your stay truly premier.

Crystal Tower offers three distinct swimming pools—one indoor and two outdoor—offering guests a wealth of options for sunbathing and aquatic enjoyment. As you step into the magnificent granite and limestone lobby, you'll discover a fully-equipped fitness center, ensuring you can stay active even while on vacation.

Inside the condo, you'll find an inviting and well-appointed space. The Master bedroom overlooks the Gulf and offers a spacious King bed with breathtaking views. The cozy guest room features a Queen bed, providing a private retreat for your guests. Plus, a new sleeper sofa with a memory foam mattress offers extra sleeping space. The kitchen is thoughtfully stocked and ready for you to prepare the catch of the day. Conveniently, a full-size washer and dryer are available in the unit.

But it's the balcony that truly sets this condo apart. When you step outside, you'll be greeted by one of the best Gulf views on the island, stretching as far as the eye can see. This stunning vista promises to be the backdrop for cherished memories throughout your stay
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Winter Getaway: Planning a winter escape? Keep in mind that reservations made before October 1st for the Winter Season (January and February) require a minimum 60-day stay. Reservations not meeting this criteria may be subject to cancellation by management. After October 1st, reservations for the winter months can be made for a minimum of three or seven nights, depending on unit specifications.

Professionally Managed: Rest assured, Crystal Tower is professionally managed by Poole Vacation Rentals. With over two decades of experience, we've been helping families "take home a sand pail filled with great memories" since 1998. We care deeply about each and every guest, working hard to ensure your beach experience is unforgettable, making you want to return year after year.

Additional Information:
Parking Passes are required and can be purchased upon arrival or by contacting our office. A maximum of 2 parking passes per reservation, with a limit of 2 cars.
Linens are provided; please bring your own beach towels.
Your 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.
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Monthly "Snowbird" Rates: Interested in a more extended stay during the winter months? Feel free to call us for monthly "Snowbird" rates for November through February!

Property manager

Poole and Associates
Premier Host

Languages

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Amenities

Pool
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Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this condo is on the beach. Shoppers can check out The Wharf, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. The Park at OWA and Shrimpy's Mini Golf are also worth visiting. With jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Gulf State Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Waterville USA - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 8 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Paradise is calling 🌴 Pick up! The beach is more affordable than you think! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Paradise is calling 🌴 Pick up! The beach is more affordable than you think!?

As of 31 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Paradise is calling 🌴 Pick up! The beach is more affordable than you think! on 1 Aug 2025 start from £324.56, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Paradise is calling 🌴 Pick up! The beach is more affordable than you think! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Paradise is calling 🌴 Pick up! The beach is more affordable than you think!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Paradise is calling 🌴 Pick up! The beach is more affordable than you think!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Paradise is calling 🌴 Pick up! The beach is more affordable than you think! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores condo building is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Gulf Shores Beach and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Gulf State Park. West Beach and Wade Ward Nature Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Steven S.

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

Summer getaway at Gulf Shores

I've stayed at Crystal Towers multiple times, mostly because of the three pools, the two jacuzzis, and the private beach. I went with a cheaper option on the condo this time, and it was as advertised. Everything worked as it should for the most part. The hardware on the doors, including the patio doors, was pretty old and difficult to open. They actually replaced the outer door lock while we were there. The paint and furniture need updating, but we didn't spend much time indoors, so it didn't matter. Didn't provide any perks like prepaid beach chairs or extra towels, trash bags, or tissue. The bare minimum was provided, which is basically what I paid for.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Annette S.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in

Girls Trip

The unit needs some upgrades. Bathtub backed up while showering. Rental agency sent a plumber. Bedding and Pillows need to be updated. Carpet needs to be cleaned. Suggest switching to a keypad versus a hard lock with a key. The outdoor furniture needs updating. Pools and outdoor spaces were great!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

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

Great place

I was very happy with my stay at Crystal Towers. It was very comfortable and just the right size for my group. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandi M.

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

Great stay

We enjoyed our stay here. The condo was clean and plenty of space for my family of 4! The staff at the condo were all friendly and you always saw someone cleaning. The convenience to the beach plus the pool and hot tub amenities made this location ideal. We will choose to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Nicely decorated, good ocean view, wonderful pools, easy beach access! Will return to Crystal Tower

Fabulous vacation! Will return to Crystal Towers!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

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

Very peaceful and away from the hustle and bustle of the entertainment areas.

It was different from the usual Disney vacation. The family time was wonderful and in a lovely area. Amazing views from the entire unit!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amber J.

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

Great location

This condo was in a great location close to lots of places you can walk to. The view was pretty, easy access to the beach multiple pools nice for little ones. Condo was very spacious for a family. The condo building has carts to help load/unload your car which was so nice. We will be going back for sure!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alycia K.

Fantastic property. Great for kids!

The pool leads right out on to the beach and is beautiful! The skywalk makes crossing the busy highway a breeze for kids (and those of us that don't move as fast as we used to). Fifth time here and we will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Belinda P.

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

Beautiful view

Management was wonderful. The view was beautiful. No issues at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Great!!

Good overall
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Susan S.

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

Needs some refresh

It was generally good. And clean. But the unit needs some freshening up. Carpet needs replaced and walls need painted. Curtain is off in second bedroom. The sofa makes into a nice bed and seems newer.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

erin m.

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

Nice cozy condo

We had a lovely time in Gulf Shores and the condo was perfect for what we needed. It had a beautiful view of the gulf, the pool was large and there was easy access the the beach. The walkover was nice and convenient for getting to the pool, hot tub and the beach. There was a large balcony that was accessible from the main living room and also the main bedroom. There was a pullout couch bed but no fitted sheets for it. I would say that the linens on the beds could be updated but other than that, we have no complaints and were pleased with our stay! Would come again! :)
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Tammi T., Moody, US

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Needs updating check in

The only really negative was the parking passes and the check in and picking up keys. Had to go out of route to pick up keys to get in and then only one parking pass, my parents stayed in same condo and was given access remotely to their condo and also given extra car passes and extra wrist bands for property not sure why this condo couldn’t do the same.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

cheryl b.

1303 review

very nice complex very clean (lobby) employees very helpful. Are room was a great view and was very clean. Had issues with items not working, TV in front bedroom would not work. Issues with WIFI. ice maker needs repair along with dryer took for ever dry clothes and towels. (no large loads). Heating element possible. Enjoyed our stay and would consider renting again with minor issues taken care of.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2018

6/10 Okay

Nick C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location - Condo could use some love.

First off the location and amenities of Crystal Tower are wonderful. We loved the variety of pools! The condo has a great view of the ocean. Like other reviews have noted though this condo needs some love. The beds were very uncomfortable and the couch was not much better. You could also tell that the condo had not been deep cleaned before our arrival. Like others mentioned the floors needed to be mopped if you walked at all barefoot your feet were black quickly. I had read these comments on vrbo and saw responses from the owner so we had hoped these issues had been resolved.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Kevin R.

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

Nice for the Price and time of year!

Beds were a little hard but not terrible. No blankets except for two 1/2 blankets on the master, but found a comforter in a closet. Overall the kitchen needs a few more accessories like pot holders, pizza cutter, etc. No keurig but a coffee pot so I wished I had read that! Patio furniture on deck older but super comfy. Light bulb in kitchen out. Blinds in bedroom and living area off the track but easily replaced. Also the front door had a metal stopper that kept scraping the floor. Refrigerator had a pull out drawer that was just sitting on a shelf. All little things but nothing that caused any major inconvenience. Hot water, plenty of pillows and towels. Overall nice price for what we got and have been to Crystal towers many times. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Christy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Clean but needs some updating

Recliner seems to be on its last leg; the only comfortable place to sit was the chaise lounge but it was pretty hard. The other part of the couch is not comfortable at all. You need more comfortable dining chairs and more than just 4 for the whole family. The master bed is very hard. Nice views and nice furniture on the balcony. The balcony furniture was by far more comfortable than anything inside. We did not like having to stop for keys (only 2 were provided for a room for 6). We prefer a keyless room with a code. We haven't had to keep up with room keys in many years. The only reason we booked this room is because my husband wanted a recliner. The people we delt with were really nice. I had sent a message the night before wondering it we could check in early but got an automated response. Per the contract we could check in between 3pm and 5pm. So we left about 9am expecting about a 6 to 7 hour drive. I got a text well before noon saying our room was ready. I wish I could have known that much earlier and we would have left earlier.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tess B.

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

Loved the pool

Condo was comfortable. Had what we needed. Take your own pillows as they weren’t the best. You have to check in at Poole properties office and get your key; this unit doesn’t have a key pad lock. They didn’t put our wristbands in so we had to go back, not that big of a deal. The pool is great and we liked the air conditioned skywalk over to that pool and beach, no street to cross! Enjoyed the patio! We would stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Melissa

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Sherri M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Beautiful view

Beautiful view!!! Great pools, beach access, and hot tubs. The roll out mattress on the couch had hair on it, was lumpy and needed replaced, and left a one foot gap between the couch and mattress. There weren't any sheets in the unit for it but after a call to the office they did provide some(excellent service there). The couch also was shedding its pleather everywhere so we came home with it all over our things. The shower was clogged with hair and barely drained, which my husband cleaned out so we could shower. The unit was only stocked with small pans so it made cooking difficult. Also out of 4 kitchen chairs only one was strong enough to sit in! One was already broken in the closet, one was broken at the table, and the third chair was one time setting in it away from crumbling. We tried to fix the towel holder in the master shower as we found it broken under the sink. There were also dings and scrapes on most of the walls. The location and the rest of the condo were amazing, but the unit we stayed in definitely needs some work. Normally I don't write reviews very often but after this stay I noticed a $29 charge in my bank account with no notice of the reasoning, which to me added injury to insult. I may have incured the charge for parking or something else, but an invoice would've been nice. So yes I would stay there again but with proper expectations. The rest of the condo is what gave it 4 stars.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joseph L.

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

It was great being back at the beach the accommodations were great

Wished the condo was on the beach but we really enjoyed being back at the beach
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Sonya G.

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

Great stay for the rate.

Loved the location and beach access. Great pools. Too many rental chairs on the beach. Elevators slow. Beds hard, sofa sleeper high in center. Not enough pillows and linens, requested more, never came. Would stay again for location, pools and view. Could use some updates.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Brenda S.

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

Good except elevators

Everything was good except the elevator situation. Word of mouth was one was broken but there was nothing was posted by them. We even heard people got stuck on them. It would have been nice to see a note in writing by the main entrance on the bottom floor. Overall I would definetely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Chelsea S.

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

Overall, Good stay!

Overall, things were great. No complaints. Room was clean, just outdated a bit. Loved the pool, location, and easy access to the beach!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2021

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