Perdido Beach Boulevard, Orange Beach, Alabama, United States | (618) 248-8274
Picturesque, convenient beachfront location near restaurants and attractions
Clean, spacious condos with full kitchens, laundry facilities, and beach views
Competitive rates for multi-bedroom and multi-bathroom units
Three pools including a meandering lazy-river pool
Lighted tennis court and spacious fitness center with a sauna
Same-floor parking available for some lower-floor condos
Event space available on-site
Front desk is staffed daily
On-site security
Waits for elevators can be lengthy
Parking isn't free for many guests
Beach umbrella and chair rentals are pricey
No on-site restaurant or bar
Cleanliness and maintenance issues in some condos
The three-pearl Phoenix Condominiums West is a lovely
high-rise complex located directly on Orange Beach. Its 225 units are spacious and
well-maintained, with fully equipped kitchens, washer/dryer sets, and covered
balconies that overlook the beach. The one- to four-bedroom units are individually
decorated and that attract everyone from retired snow birds to large extended
families. Multiple pools on-site include a meandering lazy river and a heated indoor pool
with an adjacent whirlpool. A tennis court and covered parking are welcome
amenities, but beach chair rentals are pricey. There isn't a restaurant or bar on-site and at 28 stories, wait times at the four elevators
can be long. Rates are competitive, but the mid-range Sugar Beach offers beachfront
condos at lower rates on most dates.
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Scene
A busy, family-oriented resort filled with beach lovers
The spacious condos in this high-rise complex make it a
magnet for extended-family beach vacations during the warm months and a
comfortable setting for retired snow birds in the winter. The large lobby is decorated with
beige tile floors and leads to a spectacular atrium that soars all the way up to
the 28th floor. Several tasteful sitting areas are located in the
lobby, including clusters of brown leather sectional sofas and round dining
tables placed along with nicely upholstered chairs. Tropical plants in large planters are
set throughout the lobby that includes nice nautical-theme artwork and a
large reception desk that's staffed daily. Despite the impressive vertical
views, guests don’t tend to linger in the lobby, preferring to get outside to
the marquee attractions -- the beach and three pools.
Location
Directly on Orange Beach, a 11-minute drive from The Wharf at Orange Beach
Phoenix Condominiums is located on Perdido Beach Boulevard, directly on
Orange Beach. A couple of restaurants are within a three-minute walk, and several
restaurants, a pharmacy, and a grocery store are found within a three-minute drive. There
are several other hotels, resorts, and vacation condo complexes nearby as
well. Adventure Island amusement park is a three-minute drive away. Gulf State
Park is eight minutes away by car. The amphitheater and many shops,
restaurants, and cinemas at The Wharf in Orange Beach are about 11 minutes
away. The stores at Tanger Outlet are 22 minutes of driving. Pensacola International
Airport and the Mobile Regional Airport are approximately 55 and 90 minutes
away by car, respectively.
Rooms
Spacious, individually decorated condos with full kitchens and covered balconies
These spacious condos are individually owned and as such, they
vary widely in style and size. The units that we saw were tastefully decorated
in a style that incorporates a casual, beachy lifestyle. Generally, expect
to see light-wood furniture, floral-pattern bedspreads, light earth-tone walls,
and tile or laminate floors in shades of earth tones. Beach or
nautical accents are often used for artwork on the walls and tables. The
fully equipped kitchens typically have granite countertops, stainless steel
appliances, and a bar set with stools. Bathrooms can vary widely in style, size,
and furnishings, from more upscale walk-in showers with clear glass doors and
adjacent whirlpool tubs to simple acrylic shower/tub combos. Some have
granite vanities while others are more modest acrylic. Expect to see multiple
flat-screen TVs, with some accompanied by DVD players. Washer/dryer sets are
standard. All units offer beach views from covered balconies
that are large enough for a table and chairs. As is often seen in large vacation rental complexes with
individual owners, guests have reported that some units lacked thorough
cleaning and general upkeep.
Features
Three pools and whirlpool, fitness center, tennis court, event space, and covered parking
Features at the Phoenix Condominiums are focus on enjoying the water. In addition to its beach where guests can rent pricey chairs
and umbrellas in season, the condo resort offers three pools and a kiddy pool.
The featured pool is the lazy river, a meandering oval pool with a landscaped
middle island that includes large palm trees. It also has a twisting slide and
tubes for floating. Adjacent to the lazy river is the kiddy pool and beachside
pool that features a large sundeck with lots of loungers. There's also an
indoor heated pool and adjacent whirlpool that has vending machines nearby. A
lighted outdoor tennis court overlooks the ocean. The fitness room is
quite large and features several cardio and weight-training machines, plus a sauna. The guest services desk is staffed daily in the front lobby,
where there is an ATM. Event space is available, and free Wi-Fi is accessible
throughout the complex. The complex has gated security and a covered parking
garage that enables guests staying on some of the lower floors to park on
the same floor as their condos. Parking is included in some rental packages,
while other guests must purchase a parking pass during their stays. Four
elevators service the 28-story complex, and some guests have reported lengthy
waits for them. Note that there isn't a restaurant or breakfast served at the hotel.
