Island Retreat RV Park
18201 State Highway 180, Gulf Shores, AL 36542-4105
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#7 of 63 Specialty lodging in Gulf Shores
Location
4.5
Cleanliness
4.3
Service
4.1
Value
4.4
We are a large RV park with 173 sites, including 17 pull-through sites. We are located 2.5 Miles from the beach. Our sites have concrete pads and 50/30/20 full service. We provide WI-FI and Cable television free of charge. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring. We have a shaded playground for the kids and a swimming pool. Our roads are paved. Our lots are large, many with shade. We have two laundry facilities and private bath/showers.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Vending machine
Boating
Bowling offsite
Children's television networks
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Wifi
Swimming pool toys
Outdoor pool
Fence around pool
Canoeing offsite
Fishing
Patio
Water park offsite
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
24-hour security
BBQ facilities
Convenience store
Gift shop
Outdoor fireplace
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Shared bathroom
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun umbrellas
24-hour check-in
Express check-in / check-out
Clothes dryer
Self-serve laundry
Washing machine
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Additional bathroom
Cable / satellite TV
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Pool view
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18201 State Highway 180, Gulf Shores, AL 36542-4105
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Appreciated the August special rate and noticed how clean the bathhouse and pool area were. Very quiet for most part. Will be better once all pull thru sites are full concrete and picnic tables are replaced. Ours was somewhat rotted and the electrical box was missing a back cover....our breaker out there tripped off once, we didn't know why but turned back on and was fine. Overall this is a nice RV park and location is great!
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Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Another great trip to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. We love staying at Island Retreat RV Park. We always have a great stay. The sites are roomy and the facilities are very well maintained. It's our go to RV park when we're ready for a trip to the beach.
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Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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This was our first stay at Island Retreat and we will definitely be back! We had a very nice 5 night stay. Upon arrival, office staff was very informative and accommodating. We noticed the spot we were set to be in had very minimal shade, so we asked if there was any other spots available. They did not hesitate to look and moved us to a nice shaded spot across from the pool and playground, which was so nice for our kids. The bathhouses were very clean. The grounds were very clean as well and nicely landscaped. We really enjoyed the bike path that ran right in front of campground as well!
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Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Traveled with family
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This place is not like the pictures. Sites are small. Not much grass. Pool is very small. We thought by looking at pictures on their website it looked like a nice place. We were fooled. Our 5th wheel was too big for the spot they assigned for us. No grass for the dog. We couldn't unload the bikes because we had to back up to a tree to park. They would not let us move after several spots emptied. Very dissapointed.
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Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Traveled with family
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We had a great time and the park was very accommodating for our baseball team! We were able to use the club house and the kids and adults had a great time playing indoors and out! The washing machines were a plus too!
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Date of stay: June 2022
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Had a great experience at Island Retreat RV Park. Staff very friendly, campgrounds and bathrooms very clean. We had a relaxing 2 week stay. THE RV park was close to everything, but still not on the main drag of Gulf Shores. Rouse Market was great for groceries and could be reached without getting on Gulf Shores parkway. Publix and Walmart close by also. The trail in front of the campground is great for walking or biking. The trail will take you up to Gulf Shores parkway where you can cross and catch the Gulf State Park trails. Sunset at end of Fort Morgan was beautiful.
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Date of stay: May 2022
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We had a great stay May 5-11 (we added a day from original plan). We had a pull thru site, but the back-ins had enough space around them that it really wasn’t necessary. It felt very safe with many workers around frequently. 3 yr old granddaughter and I walked and rode bikes all over. My only complaint is that there is no bathroom at the pool and playground area. That is tough with a little kid. Had the clubhouse been built near that central area, that would have encouraged us to participate with things there more and solved the bathroom problem. Again, we had a great time… just mentioning the one and only inconvenience we found.
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Date of stay: May 2022Trip type: Traveled with family
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The entire staff was very friendly and kind. Lots were spacious, bathhouses were well maintained and cleaned 3 times per day plus the swimming pool hit the spot. Many other campers have stayed here multiple times and I know for sure that I will be returning.
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Date of stay: March 2022
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I am kind of used to state park camping and this was relatively new experience for us. Island Retreat was a very Nice campground and for as many campers there were it was pretty quiet. The people who worked there were all very friendly and helpful. I would stay there again.
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Date of stay: April 2022Trip type: Traveled with family
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We really enjoyed our stay! A nice campground, a nice pool, although pool was cold when we were there. We were there the first two weeks of April. Good bike trails. Really friendly and helpful people running the place!
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Date of stay: April 2022
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United StatesAlabamaGulf Shores
NUMBER OF ROOMS
173
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Claim Your Listing Frequently Asked Questions about Island Retreat RV Park
Which popular attractions are close to Island Retreat RV Park?
Nearby attractions include Gulf State Park (2.2 miles), Pirate's Island Adventure Golf (2.6 miles), and Gulf Shores Public Beach (0.7 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Island Retreat RV Park?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and free parking.
What food & drink options are available at Island Retreat RV Park?
Guests can enjoy barbeque facilities during their stay.
Is parking available at Island Retreat RV Park?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Island Retreat RV Park?
Conveniently located restaurants include Gulf Shores Seafood, Hope's Cheesecake, and Sunset Cork Room.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Island Retreat RV Park?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Are any cleaning services offered at Island Retreat RV Park?
Yes, self serve laundry and a clothes dryer are offered to guests.
Are pets allowed at Island Retreat RV Park?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Does Island Retreat RV Park offer any business services?
Yes, guests have access to meeting rooms and a banquet room during their stay.
Are there any historical sites close to Island Retreat RV Park?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Swift- Coles Historic Home (3.9 miles).