Our pick
The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel
Gulf Shores, US
★ 4-star8.9/10959 reviews
20.3 km (12.6 mi) from original
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Bristol 109 - Beachfront Unit on Ground Floor-Steps to the Pool vs Similar Hotels
Compare similar hotels across guest insights, rooms, location, amenities, value, nearby attractions and suitability to understand the trade-offs before you choose.
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Lodgegrid Decision Intelligence
Best overall fit
✓Why it stands out
Rooms
8.9Guests enjoyed their rooms and the oceanfront view was highly praised.
Cleanliness
8.9The hotel was super clean and the beach area was clean as well, standard quality for this hotel tier.
Location
9.4Right on the beach and very close to Gulf State Park, offering easy access.
Close alternatives
No close alternative was identified for this preference.
Hotels (4 selected)
Original hotel
Bristol 109 - Beachfront Unit on Ground Floor-Steps to the Pool
Gulf Shores, US
★ 3-star8.5/102 reviews
Beachside Resort Hotel
Gulf Shores, US
★ 3-star7.5/103,550 reviews
17.0 km (10.5 mi) from original
Our pick
The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel
Gulf Shores, US
★ 4-star8.9/10959 reviews
20.3 km (12.6 mi) from original
Heated Pool - No Pool Heating Fee - Walk2Beach - Fire Pit - Pet Friendly
Gulf Shores, US
★ 0-star10/101 reviews
14.4 km (8.9 mi) from original
Key differences
Rooms
The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel8.9
Beachside Resort Hotel6.1
Cleanliness
The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel8.9
Beachside Resort Hotel6.6
Location
The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel9.4
Beachside Resort Hotel8.7
Service
The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel9.4
Beachside Resort Hotel8.6
Food & Breakfast
The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel8.4
Beachside Resort Hotel7.1
Amenities & Facilities
The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel8.4
Beachside Resort Hotel7.6
Value
The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel8.4
Beachside Resort Hotel7.6
Bristol 109 - Beachfront Unit on Ground Floor-Steps to the Pool amenity advantages
Spa/wellness centerSaunaHot tub/Jacuzzi
The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel amenity advantages
Room serviceBusiness centerConcierge serviceLuggage storageWheelchair accessible
Heated Pool - No Pool Heating Fee - Walk2Beach - Fire Pit - Pet Friendly amenity advantages
Pets allowed
Distance from original
The compared hotels differ by 5.8 km.
Heated Pool - No Pool Heating Fee - Walk2Beach - Fire Pit - Pet Friendly: 14.4 km (8.9 mi)
The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel: 20.3 km (12.6 mi)
Detailed comparison
Guest score
Bristol 109 - Beachfront Unit on Ground Floor-Steps to the Pool
8.5/10Beachside Resort Hotel
7.5/10The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel
8.9/10Heated Pool - No Pool Heating Fee - Walk2Beach - Fire Pit - Pet Friendly
10/10Rooms
Bristol 109 - Beachfront Unit on Ground Floor-Steps to the Pool
Not enough guest feedbackBeachside Resort Hotel
6.1Comments about uncomfortable beds and need for renovations lowered the score.
The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel
8.9Guests enjoyed their rooms and the oceanfront view was highly praised.
Heated Pool - No Pool Heating Fee - Walk2Beach - Fire Pit - Pet Friendly
Not enough guest feedbackCleanliness
Bristol 109 - Beachfront Unit on Ground Floor-Steps to the Pool
Not enough guest feedbackBeachside Resort Hotel
6.6Some reviews mentioned dirtiness and bugs in the room, affecting the score.
The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel
8.9The hotel was super clean and the beach area was clean as well, standard quality for this hotel tier.
Heated Pool - No Pool Heating Fee - Walk2Beach - Fire Pit - Pet Friendly
Not enough guest feedbackLocation
Bristol 109 - Beachfront Unit on Ground Floor-Steps to the Pool
Not enough guest feedbackBeachside Resort Hotel
8.7Proximity to the beach was frequently praised, contributing to a high score.
The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel
9.4Right on the beach and very close to Gulf State Park, offering easy access.
Heated Pool - No Pool Heating Fee - Walk2Beach - Fire Pit - Pet Friendly
Not enough guest feedbackService
Bristol 109 - Beachfront Unit on Ground Floor-Steps to the Pool
Not enough guest feedbackBeachside Resort Hotel
8.6Multiple mentions of friendly and helpful staff contributed positively.
The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel
9.4All staff encountered were very friendly and professional.
Heated Pool - No Pool Heating Fee - Walk2Beach - Fire Pit - Pet Friendly
Not enough guest feedbackSleep & Noise
Bristol 109 - Beachfront Unit on Ground Floor-Steps to the Pool
—Beachside Resort Hotel
—The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel
—Heated Pool - No Pool Heating Fee - Walk2Beach - Fire Pit - Pet Friendly
—Food & Breakfast
Bristol 109 - Beachfront Unit on Ground Floor-Steps to the Pool
Not enough guest feedbackBeachside Resort Hotel
7.1Limited breakfast options and issues with coffee availability noted.
The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel
8.4Restaurants looked good but were not experienced by guests.
Heated Pool - No Pool Heating Fee - Walk2Beach - Fire Pit - Pet Friendly
Not enough guest feedbackAmenities & Facilities
Bristol 109 - Beachfront Unit on Ground Floor-Steps to the Pool
Not enough guest feedbackBeachside Resort Hotel
7.6Basic amenities mentioned, but some were lacking, justifying a moderate score.
The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel
8.4Some complaints about amenities, such as parking and lack of certain facilities.
Heated Pool - No Pool Heating Fee - Walk2Beach - Fire Pit - Pet Friendly
Not enough guest feedbackValue
Bristol 109 - Beachfront Unit on Ground Floor-Steps to the Pool
Not enough guest feedbackBeachside Resort Hotel
7.6Generally considered reasonable for the price, but some felt it showed in quality.
The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel
8.4Mixed feelings due to added parking fees and the room not matching what was booked.
Heated Pool - No Pool Heating Fee - Walk2Beach - Fire Pit - Pet Friendly
Not enough guest feedbackLandmarks
Bristol 109 - Beachfront Unit on Ground Floor-Steps to the Pool
No landmark signals returnedBeachside Resort Hotel
Wade Ward Nature ParkThe Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel
Great WhiteHeated Pool - No Pool Heating Fee - Walk2Beach - Fire Pit - Pet Friendly
Mo's Landing Park