Gulf Tower 1C ~ Economy Studio with Basic Furnishings~ Enclosed Balcony ~
About this condo rental
"Gulf Tower 1C, located at 1051 West Beach Boulevard, is a beach front studio condo with one bathroom. Furnished with basic, somewhat dated furniture, the unit features a queen size bed along with a sleeper sofa, accommodating up to 4 people comfortably. Gulf Tower 1C has a kitchenette but NO washer and dryer. The enclosed glass balcony creates some extra space and allows you to open the room up and let in the sights and sounds of the beach in front of you. There is a TV and DVD player in the room. Guests are welcome to bring extra linens. Gulf Tower is in a prime Gulf Shores location. 1.5 miles from the popular Hangout and public beaches and 3 miles to the Gulf State Park & Pier. Not to mention the proximity to all the best dining and shopping this island has to offer! With its amazing beach front location access to the our white sandy beaches is a breeze! Aside from the fantastic coastal views, there is also an outdoor pool, BBQ grills, exercise room, and free WiFi in the Club Room for your use and pleasure. This location does have an elevator for ease of access throughout the building. Please, No Smoking. Parking is limited to ONE car. Duallies prohibited"
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
Map of West Beach, AL
Condo in West Beach, AL
Reasons to book
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsPool, Kitchen / Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
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Reviews
4.2/5.0
Excellent(64 Reviews)
3.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
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:
The condo was located in a great area. It was clean. There was no washer and dryer which was a huge inconvenience and there was construction going on in the next room that started at 8:00 every morning, which we were not warned about in advance.
2.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Only 3 towels @ washcloths for 3 women for 3 nights. Could hear water from other rooms (sounded like we had leak) Wasn’t told only one vehicle per unit was allowed. You can’t grill nor smoke when raining; bc there isn’t a cover to stand under.
5.0
Overall it’s a clean and in a great location.
3.0
Overall had a great vacation. There are some pros and cons to this unit.
Cons- The beach in front of property was slightly on a hill and wasn’t wide at all. I walked a good distance down the beach in both directions and it was the same. Not sure if that’s typical for gulfshores as this was my first time staying. We typically go to FL but I’ve never experienced such a small beach. There aren’t really any pictures of the beach area in front of the unit online so I wished there would have been.
There were missing ceiling tiles in the bathroom… didn’t affect our experience but for the price I would’ve liked it to have been mentioned prior to booking. Kind of a shock to just walk in and see.
Extra blankets in a linen closet were all rolled up instead of folded.. made us wonder if they were “clean” because we already knew people had just
Checked out the same day we were checking in.
No towels can hang from balcony.
We were only given 3 wash cloths for 2 adults to use for 3 nights. I can “make do” with reusing towels to dry off on but not having a clean washcloth per person per night or the ability to request more is a bit much considering the price point.
Now to the pros.
The unit and property grounds was clean and well kept.
Parking was good. I’m sure that’s because they limit you on your vehicles per unit but that’s a good thing in my opinion. Location was perfect.
Loved the beachside pool. Balcony had plenty of seating and a nice table. Bed was comfy.
2.0
Our first time at Gulf Shores and we were not aware of them renovating our condo. We were told it was ready for us. Exposed wires in hallway and in our bathroom, elevators were being worked. Most all outlets were useless because the plug ins wouldn’t stay plugged in very loose. Bed was falling apart and some of the light switches didn’t work properly. Overall the location was nice, right on the beach, beautiful view from our room balcony, had a nice pool, wasn’t very far from shops and restaurants.
3.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
It was on the beach & had an enclosed balcony. The unit had an adjoining door to another condominium. Every time some ran water we thought our unit had a leak. There was very small amount of beach space. There were ceiling tiles missing in the bathroom. The rental staff was very nice & went over everything throughly.
5.0
A Nice place and a great view of the gulf.
4.0
Room needs some updating, but It was clean and roomy. One elevator wasn’t operating due to work being done on It, so thank goodness we were on the first floor. Good location. Loved the enclosed balcony!!
4.0
I love the location of this property. Nice place for small family or older couple.
4.0
A simple room with a bed, living area and kitchen in one room. Located right on the beach.
5.0
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:
We had a great experience at this location. The room overlooks the pool, the beach, the was great! Located on first floor, so we took the stairs, never waited for the elevator as others did, very convenient.
5.0
It very good
5.0
Everything was nice except we had poor phone reception
It very good
4.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Place was as described, but kitchen cookware and bakeware could definitely be improved. Some people don’t cook on vacation, but we normally do. There is no chair or coffee table as shown in this picture. Only the sofa for seating. The chairs on the balcony are not very comfortable and could use some paint, but we managed.
4.0
Julygetaway
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Place was as described, but kitchen cookware and bakeware could definitely be improved. Some people don’t cook on vacation, but we normally do. There is no chair or coffee table as shown in this picture. Only the sofa for seating. The chairs on the balcony are not very comfortable and could use some paint, but we managed.
4.0
Had an amazing time and it was the perfect place to spend time with your significant other!!!!!!!!!!
Had an amazing time!
5.0
Great
10.0
Great
5.0
The view is fantastic. The condo is just right for 2 people. Everything was very clean.
Great
4.0
Need to be told no ice,
Nice would have liked more toiletries provided
4.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The best part of my stay was the view! The porch was very nice, but the furniture was sub standard, The condo could be perfect, however, it has not been updated in about 30 years. Peeling paint, rusted ceiling in bathroom, holes or missing trim. Poorly stocked kitchen. Refrigerator in the living area. And, an awful matress on the old couch. On the up side, I loved being on a lower floor , the view was amazing and the small unit was all I needed. Some TLC would make a huge difference.
2.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The unit was decent. But comparing it to our other families we traveled with that were staying at other places felt it was over priced. For 2 to $300 more they had 2 and 3 bedrooms, washer and dryers,3 TVs, nice and updated kitchens, bathrooms etc. So we just basically slept at our place and spent the majority of our time at theirs. Our place was very dated and was just a 1 room place, like a hotel room with 1 bed and a fold out couch. It worked but will make a different choice next year for sure.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than 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:
Enjoyed stay very much. Everyone was very welcoming, condo was excellent. All the amenities of home, very pleasant experience. Pool was great!
4.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Good experience. Would have liked more suggestions from office about dining suggestions and entertainment. Nice location. Clean. Felt safe.
4.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
I have to say, I was pleasantly surprised with this condo. We had originally booked a different condo that was closer to the Hangout Festival. There was a problem with the owners of that condo, and we were moved to this one. I was a bit upset because we were staying with another couple, and we were now sharing a studio apartment. There was ZERO privacy. It would be a great condo for just one couple or a small family, though. I also have to say that Bender was very sweet about it, and refunded me some of my money for the inconvenience. I was also scared when I saw the pictures of the place. The pictures DEFINITELY need to be updated. It looks much better in person. It is very very clean, but it needs to be updated. There is no dishwasher, which was a bit of a pain. Also all of the dishes were ceramic and glass, which were not allowed at the pool or anything- I'd recommend bringing some plastic cups and paper plates. The location was AMAZING. Right on the beach. I really enjoyed the patio in the mornings. The pool was lovely, and the beach was perfection. If you are renting this place for Hangout Fest, know that this is quite the walk! We were told it was a mile away but it was actually 1.4 miles, which means that its about a 3 mile walk every day. So be prepared! Overall our stay was much better than expected, but the condo could use some updating and it was a little further than I had hoped for.
3.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was somewhat unhelpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Unit was ok. Furniture needs updating. Location of right above pool area was not enticing.
3.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was somewhat unhelpful.
The vacation rental was very dirty.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
I love the beach view, we were over the pool little mousey, but ok!
4.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Loved the location!! It was very outdated, mold on the shower curtain, floors were sticky, the cabinet was broken in the kitchen and my son (1 year old) found the board with nails sticking out of it. The shower had sooo much water pressure, it felt like knives stabing me. Overall, it was a great stay, great location, and decent for our stay.
1.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
I have stayed at Gulf Tower approx 7 - 8 times. This was my least pleasurable experience. The Bender staff was helpful and nice. However, our condo was underwhelming. The unit doesn't have a dishwasher (not stated ahead of time), washer or dryer. The balcony is slightly larger than what's available in the 2-br units. For the price, I highly recommend upgrading to a 2-br unit. 2-br units are only about $35/night more in peak season. The parking situation is also inconvenient for any visitors to the complex. No additional parking is allowed.
4.0
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:
Overall, it was great. We did have an unexpected guest, the pest control guy, and he woke us up. People also didn't listen to the quiet time rule at 10 pm, we did hear a lot if racket when trying to sleep. That's the only problems we had.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Everything was simple and everyone we had to deal with was very polite. We did not like the ceiling in Gulf Tower 1C in the kitchen and bathroom areas. The water pressure in the shower was painfully strong. Other than that, we loved it there.
5.0
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:
A great condo with a million dollar view, right on the beach. Bender was wonderful and took care of our every need promptly, and with a smile. We've already booked with Bender for next year and doubled our time of stay. Thanks Bender for making everything so enjoyable and easy for us!
5.0
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:
Enjoyed our stay and price very reasonable
5.0
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:
it was really great, very convenient and beautiful location.
5.0
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:
It was really nice, the people were very nice and helpful. Great people were also staying there. It wasn't noisy and a great spot on the beach. Loved how you could listen to the beach and only few feet away to get on the beach. Everyone was nice and I really enjoyed it. They had everything you really needed it was provided. I brought stuff I didn't even need. It was really fun and nice stay. I really enjoyed my stay and would come back to stay. It was a great location to get in town to. Easy to get around and find places. It was private to a point where it wasn't over crowded. It was a wonderful place to stay. Roomy and comfy bed to sleep in at night. Very nice place to stay I'd reccomend it to anyone if they wanted a nice place to stay in Gulf Shores, Al. Wonderful place.
5.0
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:
Nice easy access from first floor and very good beach & pool view. Bed was comfortable and room was very clean. A/C & everything else worked just fine. Great price for a nice view! Bender Reality was nice to work with and Would stay again.
5.0
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 stayed in the studio apartment and absolutely loved it. The three of us (husband, wife and daughter) were able to share quality time together in the open space. The kitchen was surprisingly larger than we anticipated and the Refrigerator was full size, not dormitory. We were quite pleased with the room, the location, the convenience to restaurants, shopping and grocery stores. We would definitely return. Our only complaint would be the size of the parking lot.
4.0
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:
Was a very nice getaway from nashville. Everyone is friendly...the unit was fine...may need some paint & updating needed for bathroom. Great location! We will be back.
4.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Overall the experience was great, the location of Gulf Tower is excellent. Easy access to beach and only 1 mile from main area of Gulf Shores. On the negative side the complex has very limited parking (one car per unit) and the condo it self is older and in need of modern updates but met all our needs. Had a minor issue this unit above us but it was quickly and professionally resolved.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We were overall pleased with the location and condition of the room. The cabinet doors in the kitchen were hard to open and we only had one trash bag in the kitchen provided, which was not adequate for our 3 night stay. We may have been provided another if we had called and asked.
FAQs
How much does this condo cost compared to others in West Beach?
The average price for a rental in West Beach is $339 per night. This rental is $214 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this condo?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Gulf Tower 1C ~ Economy Studio with Basic Furnishings~ Enclosed Balcony ~. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this condo?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Gulf Tower 1C ~ Economy Studio with Basic Furnishings~ Enclosed Balcony ~. Enjoy the water!
Is Gulf Tower 1C ~ Economy Studio with Basic Furnishings~ Enclosed Balcony ~ pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this condo is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Gulf Tower 1C ~ Economy Studio with Basic Furnishings~ Enclosed Balcony ~?
We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and balcony / patio.
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