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Gulf Front ~ 1BR 2BA + Bunks ~ 12th Floor ~ Keyless Entry ~ GulfShoresByOwner

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A balcony with a view of the ocean, a chair, and a railing.
A living room with a beige recliner, a blue sofa, a wooden chest, and a ceiling fan.
A rooftop swimming pool with a clear view of the ocean, a palm tree, and a building with large windows.
A multi-story hotel with a central vertical feature, surrounded by palm trees and a parking area.
A kitchen with a granite countertop, white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a white refrigerator. There are three wooden stools and a painting on the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Relax in the indoor pool
    A rare find in this area - enjoy a swim, whatever the weather.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Gulf State Park
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 6

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 State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf State Park Fishing Pier
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Hallway twin bunks

1 Single Bunk Bed

Master Bedroom w/King Bed

1 King Bed

Sleeper Sofa w/Queen Bed

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Gulf Front ~ 1BR 2BA + Bunks ~ 12th Floor ~ Keyless Entry ~ GulfShoresByOwner

Welcome to Royal Palms 1202, a direct Gulf-front condo on the 12th floor with panoramic views of emerald water and sugar-white sand. Follow us on FB "Gulf Shores By Owner."

GULF-FRONT BALCONY VIEWS:
Step out from the living room to your private Gulf-front balcony—front-row views and easy beach days.

FEATURES:
🏖️ Direct Gulf-front private balcony with panoramic views
🏖️ Keyless entry for easy self check-in (no keys to manage)
🏖️ King bed in the primary bedroom
🏖️ Hallway bunks (best for kids; not recommended for adults or tall children)
🏖️ Queen sleeper sofa for extra sleeping space
🏖️ Two full bathrooms (great for families)
🏖️ Fully equipped kitchen
🏖️ Coffee setup: Keurig AND a regular drip coffee pot
🏖️ Stackable washer/dryer in unit (great for towels and swimsuits)

BEDDING (SLEEPS UP TO 6):
🏖️ Primary bedroom: King bed
🏖️ Hallway: Twin bunks (kid-size)
🏖️ Living room: Queen sleeper sofa

ROYAL PALMS AMENITIES:
🏖️ Indoor pool + outdoor pool
🏖️ Hot tubs
🏖️ Sauna + steam room (located on the 2nd floor)

PARKING INFO (PLEASE READ):
🏖️ Two parking spaces allowed per reservation
🏖️ One parking pass is included with your reservation
🏖️ An additional parking pass may be purchased if needed
🏖️ Parking permits are required — each vehicle must have a parking permit at all times

LOCATION (LESS CROWDED BEACH!):
Royal Palms is located next to Gulf State Park & the Fishing Pier, which means this stretch of beach is typically less crowded than many other areas of Gulf Shores. You can also walk to the pier and you’re close to all the Gulf Shores/Orange Beach dining, shopping, and attractions.

SMOKE-FREE BUILDING:
🏖️ No smoking in the unit or on the balcony.
🏖️ Smoking is permitted only in the designated smoking area located on the ground floor.

HOUSE RULES:
🏖️ Must be 25 or older to reserve (per association rules and regulations).
🏖️ No pets (per association rules and regulations).
🏖️ 30-day cancellation policy.
🏖️ Check-in: 4:00 PM
🏖️ Check-out: 10:00 AM

MORE OPTIONS:
We also own and offer Royal Palms units 206 and 904.

We look forward to hosting you on our beautiful beaches!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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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Smoking

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Guest Must Sign Rental Agreement. NO Smoking. NO Pets. NO Parties or Events.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1594480vb
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. Tropic Falls at OWA is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Orange Beach Tennis Center, or consider a night out at The Hangout. Jet skiing and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Gulf State Park Fishing Pier - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Orange Beach Beaches - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Catch - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Gulf Front ~ 1BR 2BA + Bunks ~ 12th Floor ~ Keyless Entry ~ GulfShoresByOwner have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Gulf Front ~ 1BR 2BA + Bunks ~ 12th Floor ~ Keyless Entry ~ GulfShoresByOwner pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Gulf Front ~ 1BR 2BA + Bunks ~ 12th Floor ~ Keyless Entry ~ GulfShoresByOwner?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gulf Front ~ 1BR 2BA + Bunks ~ 12th Floor ~ Keyless Entry ~ GulfShoresByOwner?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gulf Front ~ 1BR 2BA + Bunks ~ 12th Floor ~ Keyless Entry ~ GulfShoresByOwner?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gulf Front ~ 1BR 2BA + Bunks ~ 12th Floor ~ Keyless Entry ~ GulfShoresByOwner located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Gulf State Park and Gulf Shores Beach. Orange Beach Beaches and Gulf Adventure Center at Gulf State Park are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 134 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 134 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 134 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 134 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 134 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean & comfortable with great view of the Gulf. Beach was well taken care of & not crowded. We enjoyed our 3 nights.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug, 2026
Thanks so much for booking and glad you enjoyed your stay. Hope we can host you again. Thanks!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Get A Way

My husband and I just got back from staying at 1202. It was the perfect get a way place for us. It was extra clean and the bed was super comfy. The view was great. Can’t say enough good things about this place. The host was super responsive and very helpful. We will be back again soon!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The owner was awesome to deal with! The beach is perfect! It’s not too busy.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug, 2026
Thanks so much for booking. Glad you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to hosting you again. Thanks!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
10 out of a 10 perfect place to stay will definitely come back to this same unit
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May, 2026
Thanks you so very much for your kind review. We are so happy that you guys enjoyed your stay. It really means a lot to us. We look forward to hosting you next time. Thanks!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very communicative leading up to the stay and during the stay. The unit was as listed and pictured. It was very clean and everything in the unit worked. The beach view was amazing. We did not use the pool area, but did walk to it. It is a small pool, but it is also a small condo building in comparison to others. We would definitely stay in this unit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept, 2026
Thanks so much for booking with us. So glad you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to hosting you again. Thanks!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Condo

We have previously stayed at this condo several times. It is fully stocked with everything you need to cook with except measuring cups. It is comfortable and well kept on the inside. The channels provided for the tvs were expansive and gave you plenty of viewing options after a long day on the beach. The bed was huge and comfortable. The washer and dryer worked extremely well. Also, I was surprised at the number of usable items in the front hallway closet. Boogie boards, beach towels and lots of sand toys. Nice!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property, good host.
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Apr, 2026
Thanks so much for booking. Glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to host you again. Thanks!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was great, the unit was definitely older and lacked some of the more modern touches many Vrbos are offering. View was amazing and overall we had a really nice time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May, 2026
Thanks so much for booking. Glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to host you again. We will check out the modern touches to see what that entails.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The condo was perfect. Looks updated with everything needed. The host was very attentive although we didn’t need anything. Will be staying there again. ;)
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Apr, 2026
Thanks so much for booking. So glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to hosting you again. Thanks!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time. Location and access to the beach is awesome
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug, 2026
Thanks so much for booking with us. So glad you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to hosting you again. Thanks!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect July 4th vacation

Condo was clean. Right on the beach within walking distance of shops and restaurants. We had a perfect view of the fireworks from our balcony. Hosts were responsive and helpful
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The oceanfront view was phenomenal!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The unit is a little older, but clean, very comfortable, and obviously well maintained. It is perfectly located on the beach immediately next to Gulf State Park. Beach is not crowded. Short walk to the pier.Wonderful views and overall great experience. We will stay here again if available for our next visit.
Great sunset!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Apr, 2026
Thanks so much for booking. So glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to hosting you again. Thanks!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view from the balcony, very comfortable bed, and clean. We really enjoyed our stay. We could see Gulf Shores State Park Pier from the balcony, and it was a short walk down the beach. We loved watching the dolphins.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug, 2026
Thanks so much for booking with us. So glad you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to hosting you again. Thanks!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Condo was great! Amazing view of the ocean and easy access! Would definitely recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug, 2026
Thanks so much for booking with us. So glad you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to hosting you again. Thanks!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location!

Great location! Jason was an amazing host!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Oct, 2024
Thanks so much for booking! Glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to host you again. Thanks!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing beach view

Great location right next to Gulf State Park. Quiet end of the beach. Would definitely stay there again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place

Perfect for a couple or small family. Plan on coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Condo

Absolutely great stay, couldn't have been easier .
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jul, 2023
Thank you so much for booking with us. Glad you guys had a great time. Look forward to having you back again. Thanks!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect place for our family. Loved being close to pier and not being in a super crowded area. Will definitely rent again. Host was attentive and the home was clean and had all that we needed. Will rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug, 2025
Thank you so much for booking with us and so glad you guys enjoyed your stay. Hope we can host you again next time. Thanks!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great view

Great view
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug, 2025
Thank you so much for booking with us. So glad you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to having you back again. Thanks!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Stay!!

We came down to Gulf Shores with our baseball team and had a great experience. The room was very clean and had a great view of the beach. Our family had a great time and we'd certainly book again in our next visit to Gulf Shores.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug, 2024
Thanks so much for booking! Glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to hosting you again. Thanks!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect getaway weekend!

My husband and I had such a great weekend at this property. It is well maintained and the location is great! Quiet, not overcrowded beach. We were very happy with our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jul, 2023
Thanks so much for booking! Glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to hosting you again. Thanks!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing vacay and beautiful hosts! ❤️

Very clean, welcoming and accommodating! I highly recommend searching for your vacation getaway at mygulfcoastvacation.com !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

On the beach

Great location close to beach and state park
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jason Willis

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We are Jason and Sonya Willis and live in Gulf Shores and love the beach life. We enjoy walks on the sand, boating and spending time working together. We take pride in our units and are always checking on them, upgrading and adding the little touches that keep our units warm and inviting. We enjoy sharing our units with our guests and are always a phone call away with any questions, maintenance items or to offer recommendations. Out mission statement is to give our guests the same level of service and expectations that we would expect ourselves.

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