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Sunset or Sunshine You Will Have An Incredible View ~Newly renovated!

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Royal Palms 503 Walkway to beach
Royal Palms 503 Balcony view west
Royal Palms 503 Balcony view east
Royal Palms 503 Living area w/ Gulf views
Royal Palms 503 Living area w/ Gulf views

Reviews

9.4 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Heated pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Gulf State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf State Park Fishing Pier
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Other Space 1

2 Single Bunk Beds

Other Space 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Sunset or Sunshine You Will Have An Incredible View ~Newly renovated!

Royal Palms 503 is located at 561 East Beach Boulevard in beautiful Gulf Shores, Alabama.

We think you need a little vitamin SEA and this newly renovated, one bedroom, two bathroom beachfront condo is just the answer! With a king size bed in the master suite, youth-sized hallway bunk beds and a sleeper sofa in the living room, there is plenty of room to accommodate up to 6 guests. A fully equipped kitchen makes enjoying meals in a breeze. You’ll feel total relaxation when you spend sometime quality time on your private balcony soaking in all the sights and sounds of the Gulf of Mexico! There are 2 TVs, one in the living room being a smart TV, a DVD player and high speed WiFi to keep you connected while you vacation. A washer and dryer and located in the unit for your convenience.

Royal Palms is a beautiful property with lots of excellent amenities. With it’s gulf front location, you will have easy access to the white sandy beaches of Gulf Shores every day! There are both an indoor and an outdoor pool, exercise room, steam room and sauna. This property is located near the 1540 ft. Gulf State Park Fishing Pier and very close proximity to all of the best dining, shopping and recreation that the island has to offer. Please note there is a new BBQ grilling area. The building has 2 elevators for ease of access throughout.

Sleeping Arrangements:
Bedroom 1: 1 King bed, TV, Private Bathroom
Twin-over-twin bunk bed located at the hallway.
A sofa bed is located in the living room.

Additional Information:
* 5th Floor
* Beach Service - Perdido Beach Service
* No Pets Allowed
* Smoking is permitted only in the BBQ area.
* Monthly Reservation Accepted Nov- Feb (Contact staff directly for pricing)
* Parking For A Maximum Of Two Vehicles
***Each reservation includes 1 vehicle registration $70 plus tax. The Additional Vehicle pass is $70 plus tax. $150 Music Fest VP

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About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. The Park at OWA is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Shrimpy's Mini Golf and Waterville USA are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling 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 - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Orange Beach Beaches - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Catch - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Picnic Beach - ‬2 min drive

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 88 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great overall!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May 2026
Thanks for the great review! We're glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela C.

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

Beautiful Stay

We had an Excellent time! Condo was great, with a beautiful view! Thank you, until next time!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher P.

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

Great place to stay

The condo was very clean and the check in process was easy.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 June 2022
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay in Royal Palms 503. Don't forget to call Bender Realty when you are ready for your next Gulf Coast getaway!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TIm S.

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

Perfect spot for a softball week

Centrally located to softball venues. Beautiful beach to relax after a day of games.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Apr 2025
Royal Palms is in the perfect location: Easy driving distance to the ball parks and an unobstructed view of the Gulf! We're so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to hear from you for your next visit.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy N.

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

Gulf Shores Royal Palms Condo

It was a great place right on the beach and was very clean. We enjoyed staying there.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2020
It was a pleasure, hosting you in Royal Palms 503, and we welcome the opportunity to assist you in booking your next Gulf Coast getaway!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great location!

Location was great and condo was beautiful! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol H.

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

Gulf Shores VRBO

We enjoyed our stay and would return to this unit.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2023
Your review is appreciated! Royal Palms is a great place to vacation. Please come back soon! Bender Vacation Rentals
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Great Beach Getaway

We enjoyed a week at the beach front condo. The views were amazing. It was very neat, clean, and a short walk to restaurants.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2023
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay in Royal Palms 503. You are right; the views are stellar, and the condo is a convenient walk from your favorite restaurants.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erica A.

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

Beautiful condo on the beach

Perfect for our family of 4! Plenty of beach area and condo was very spacious!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2022
Your review is appreciated. Royal Palms is a great location. The building is in a great location. It is very convenient to area attractions and restaurants. Bookings can be made a year in advance. Come back to see us soon. Bender Vacation Rentals
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy R.

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

Perfect location!

This condo is right beside a state park so the view is beautiful! We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2023
Royal Palms 503 is definitely in a prime spot for its unobstructed views of the Gulf. Be sure to give us a call when you are ready for your next visit to the Gulf Coast!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candace Y.

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

Perfect view of beach)

Awesome location to everything! We’ve stayed here now at Royal Palms 3 times! We love it less crowded since it’s by the state park!! Easy access to Walmart, Publix and all the eateries!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May 2023
Your view from Royal Palms 503 is spectacular, isn't it? Be sure to call Bender Vacation Rentals when you are ready for your next Royal Palms visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Super Beachfront Condo

Exceeded our expectations from start to finish. Great location, great beach and Gulf view... why we keep returning to Royal Palms! Bender Vacation Rentals staff is extremely responsive to all questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jon s.

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

Clean and nice

Overall good place
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2022
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay in Royal Palms 503, and we welcome the chance to assist you in booking your next Gulf Coast getaway!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Tracy H.

Royal Palms06

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Nice place to stay for a little beach down time
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Nov 2024
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay in this great condo! The location is perfect - just next to the State Park, with fabulous views and fewer folks on the beach. We hope to assist you in planning your next Gulf Coast getaway!
Verified

8/10 Good

katie t.

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

Nice getaway

The condo was at a great location. It was not to crowded because on one side was a fishing pier. The pools were clean and well maintained as well as the high rise. We would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2022
Thank you for your very nice review. This property is convenient to restaurants, shopping and entertainment. You can book a year in advance. Safe travels, Bender Vacation Rentals
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany R.

Great place to st!ay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is a great beach front condo of a couple or a family! It with in walking distance of several restaurants. The condo was very clean, well stocked kitchen if you want to cook. There were lots of towels and the bed was very comfortable. Bender Realty was very easy to work with. I can't wait to go back!
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2025
We're thrilled that you had such a good time in this super-sweet condo. The views from the balcony are fabulous, with unobstructed views to the east. The location is perfect for walking to your favorite restaurants. We can't wait to assist you in planning your next Royal Palms visit!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Calvin E.

HAPPY DAYS

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We were very happy with our stay at Royal Palms.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2022
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay in Gulf Shores! Royal Palms 503 is a wonderful condo from which to view the Gulf and to enjoy such close proximity to restaurants and attractions.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor B.

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

Love it!

This is our 3rd time staying in the Royal Palms and each time has been wonderful! This condo was clean, and the view from that balcony was beautiful. The only thing I think they should upgrade is the king sized bed- a little lumpy, but other than that, great condo for that price point! Will stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

Wonderful Visit

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Truly enjoyed working with Bender on this nice condo experience next to the State Park and pier. The condo was excellent and just the right size for my wife and I.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

Great location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Condo was clean and right at the end of the beach,so there's plenty of space on the beach. Bender Reality was very organized and nice to deal with.
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2022
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay in Gulf Shores! Royal Palms 503 is a terrific condo, with its outstanding view of the Gulf, numerous amenities, and nearby location to all attractions!
Verified

8/10 Good

Cindy A.

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

Overall, it was great!

Check-in & out process was easy. Other guests/residents at the condo were friendly. Location & view from balcony were amazing. The unit could be a little cleaner though. Our son found a used dry shampoo bottle in one of the bunk beds (which makes me wonder if the sheets were even washed), and there was pink soap scum in the shower.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2023
Your review is appreciated. Please know when you stay in one of our condos, we are a phone call away. Anything needing our attention can be addressed. I am in hopes you will give us another opportunity to stay with us in the future. Bender Vacation Rentals
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna P.

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

Perfect location

This is a the perfect location for an incredible view and beach access! We really loved the fact that the Royal Palms property is on the "end" of a long line of condos and hotels. We just walked diwn the boardwalk and turned left and enjoyed a long stretch of beach between Royal Palms and The Gulf State Park Pier! We relaxed on the beach, looked for shells(my favorite activity), and walked in the sand with the ocean washing up on our feet! The condo is well stocked and comfortable and very beautifully decorated! I will definitely book at Royal Palms again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nikki D.

Gulf Shores Vacation at Royal Palms 503

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Really enjoyed our time at Gulf Shores in Royal Palms 503. We had six people in this condo which was a bit tight, but worked for the small amounts of time we were in it. Ocean view was beautiful...saw dolphins every morning and evening.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

Enjoyed our stay at Royal Palms

I stayed with my husband and children for 4 nights. My boys had a blast and enjoyed the views from the balcony. We loved the convenience of the beach access. We also enjoyed our time at the pool. The kids liked that they had the option of the indoor or out door pool. My only suggestion would be since covered parking was an amenity it would be nice to have a larger covered parking area as there was not always a spot available for covered parking with as many guest was occupying the facilitiy. Overall great stay and we would love to stay again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2022
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay in Royal Palms 503 and invite you to call Bender Realty when you are ready for your next Gulf Coast getaway!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marte R.

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

Love the location

The location was perfect. It is on the less crowded side of the beach with plenty of room. There was a nice beach vendor that rented chairs and umbrellas. We loved that it was next door to the state park. We brought our bikes and rode many miles on the trails. we also rode to everything else like dinner. The condo was clean and very cozy for my husband and I. The only reason I didn't give the cleanliness 5 stars was that I don't think they regularly mop the floors. My feet were black from walking barefoot.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
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