Foley, Ala., used to be a quiet, little town on the way to Gulf Shores, but about 20 years ago, it opened an outlet center and became a popular destination for Gulf Coast shoppers. About 10 minutes north of the beach, Foley offers 120 name-brand outlets and access to some excellent golf courses, one of which is on the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail.
Hampton Inn
The Hampton Inn is a few minutes away from the outlet mall and a 10-minute drive to the beach. Remodeled in 2007, the hotel has 58 rooms with high-speed Internet access, a breakfast buffet and outdoor pool.
Hampton Inn
2441 Hwy 59 S.
Foley, AL 36535
(251) 943-6100
Holiday Inn Express
One of the city's newest hotels, the Holiday Inn Express is within walking distance of the outlet mall and a short drive to the beaches of Gulf Shores. The hotel has 79 rooms with high-speed Internet access, free breakfast and an outdoor heated pool.
Holiday Inn Express
3155 Abbey Lane
Foley, Alabama 36535
(251) 943 9100
The Hotel Magnolia
The Hotel Magnolia bills itself as "The Treasure of the Gulf Coast" and strives to take guests back in time. Decorated with antiques and an elegant sense of style, the hotel has only eight rooms and two bridal suites, so book early. The restaurant features sandwiches to seafood along with theme nights, such as the wild game dinner.
Hotel Magnolia
119 N. McKenzie St.
Foley, AL 36535
(251) 943-5297
Key West Inn
The Key West Inn is directly across the street from the outlet mall and offers 44 rooms. The hotel has an outdoor pool, high-speed Internet and is pet-friendly. Rooms have microwaves and refrigerators.
Key West Inn
2520 S. McKenzie St.
Foley, AL 36535
(251) 943-1241
Nearby Golf Courses
Lakewood Golf Club in Point Clear, Ala., is one of the jewels of the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail and is about a 30-minute drive east. Kiva Dunes in Gulf Shores is a top-rated course about 10 minutes south, and features occasional rolling hills that make for a challenging course.
Lakewood Golf Club
One Grand Blvd.
Point Clear, AL 36564
(251) 990-6312
Kiva Dunes
815 Plantation Drive
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(866) 540-7100
About The Author
Nicholas Salvatore is a twenty-five year veteran of the television broadcast industry who has extensive experience as a reporter, anchor and network field producer. He's also done play-by-play for college basketball and minor league baseball. He has received awards for reporting from Associated Press and United Press International.
