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Indoor pool
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV
Property grounds

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81203 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Hangout Music Fest
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Waterville USA
    ‪4 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gulf Shores

Seaside stay .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Gulf Shores Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Gulf State Park with a stay at this Gulf Shores condo. Wade Ward Nature Park and Shrimpy's Mini Golf are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Hangout Music Fest - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Gulf State Park - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Waterville USA - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 8 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burro Azul - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Corner condo with Gulf/lagoon views, beach access & pools/lazy river

Crystal Tower 1401

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This lovely high-rise condo, which occupies the east corner of Crystal Tower's 14th floor, offers majestic views of the Gulf of Mexico and a prime location across the street from the beach! Come home each afternoon to relax on the private balcony, help prepare dinner at the kitchen's bar counter, and enjoy such fantastic on-site amenities as multiple outdoor pools, an indoor pool, a lazy river, a fitness center, a hot tub and sauna, a beachfront boardwalk, and grilling areas.

This condo is located in Crystal Tower, just across an air-conditioned sky bridge from the beach. The property sits half a mile west of the heart of Gulf Shores and Highway 59, which is home to such family-friendly attractions as Waterville USA and the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo. Spend a morning exploring the natural wonders of Gulf State Park (two miles east), hit the links at the Peninsula Golf & Racquet Club (eight miles west), time your visit to attend the Hangout Music Festival or the Annual Gulf Shores Shrimp Fest, and dine on excellent local seafood at nearby restaurants that include The Hangout and Beach House Kitchen & Cocktails. The Orange Beach Marina and Zeke's Marina offer fishing charters, dolphin cruises, and water sports rentals as well.

THINGS TO KNOW
Beach chair/umbrella rentals are seasonally available for a fee.
This condo allows monthly reservations from November 1 to March 15.
The property is managed by Vacasa Alabama LLC.

Parking notes: There is parking available for a fee and charges will apply for 2 vehicles.
This rental is located on floor 14.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Alabama

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,203 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
29492

Frequently asked questions

How close is Corner condo with Gulf/lagoon views, beach access & pools/lazy river to the airport?

This condo is 38.5 mi (68-min drive) away from the Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Corner condo with Gulf/lagoon views, beach access & pools/lazy river have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.

How close is Corner condo with Gulf/lagoon views, beach access & pools/lazy river to the beach?

This condo is a short 3-minute walk from Gulf Shores Beach and 2.9 mi (6-min drive) from Orange Beach Beaches. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Corner condo with Gulf/lagoon views, beach access & pools/lazy river offer free breakfast?

This condo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Corner condo with Gulf/lagoon views, beach access & pools/lazy river?

No, there is no casino at this condo.

What time is check-in at Corner condo with Gulf/lagoon views, beach access & pools/lazy river?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Corner condo with Gulf/lagoon views, beach access & pools/lazy river?

Free parking is not available at this condo.

Does Corner condo with Gulf/lagoon views, beach access & pools/lazy river have a pool?

This condo features an indoor pool.

Does Corner condo with Gulf/lagoon views, beach access & pools/lazy river have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this condo.

How close is Corner condo with Gulf/lagoon views, beach access & pools/lazy river to downtown Gulf Shores?

This condo is 1.3 mi away from Gulf Shores.

Corner condo with Gulf/lagoon views, beach access & pools/lazy river Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 56 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Whitney F.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

janet k.

Liked: Cleanliness

The view was awesome but…

It’s our third gulf shores trip and second time at Crystal tower. I loved the view from our unit. But… cleaning was ok, furnitures were old, dingy, scratched up, and shaky, bed was squeaky, maintenance is much much needed, and kitchen was NOT well stocked AT ALL. No knives except some steak knives, no cutting board, only two bowls, and four mugs. Many of the plates and mugs I did see had chipped edges. Bunk bed didn’t have a step ladder for the top bunk. I called maintenance and, after waiting like 10 minutes on the phone, they said there’s no ladder so just step on the bottom bed to climb up. My daughter had to use a chair and a dresser to get on top. TV’s were old and screen quality was bad. Inside of the dryer was rusted and scratched up. Door lock was maybe low on battery- it kept powering off while putting in the code. Three of the five light bulbs were out in the dining. With all that said, yes I would probably book again if it’s priced cheaper in comparison, but I would have to bring my own pillows, knives, and other kitchen items.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Andrew L.

Outdated Listing

Condo needs painting and new bedding. Bedding is old, thin and dirty. Living room furniture is two odd leather couches—one is uncomfortable. Main pool and lazy river of property is closed and listing didn’t provide this information.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Noelle B.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Mini Vacation

We are no stranger to Chrystal Towers. This is our 3rd trip to the condo and love the pool and access to the beach. Elevator wait times and speed were amazing. Not too crowded this weekend so that was great. The condo was a little disheartening on arrival. We arrived around 9pm and my kids were running around while we got unpacked and their feet were literally black from walking barefoot in the condo. There was dust on glass table tops that you could see. I messaged the owner about the dirty floors and requested someone to come mop since a mop was not available in the condo but with it being late I knew it wouldn’t be handled then. I ended up mopping floors with towels and did the best I could. No one ever came to mop the floors. The condo was decent, had enough to get us through our short weekend but the overall of it was gross to say the least. This condo definitely needs TLC. No microwave rotating plate, Toaster oven doesn’t work, there isn’t a wall that’s not covered in a scratch or mark (even looked like blood on guest bathroom wall?!?), the floor between kitchen and dining room appears unfinished. Balcony needs pressure washing as it is black to walk on, and it needs a deep cleaning. Will definitely return to the building for another stay but not this unit unfortunately.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Tracie H.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Gulf Shores stay

When we arrived to the Condo, the AC was not working. It took almost 24 hours for someone to get it taken care of. Once it was fixed, the space was better. The condo had candy in the bunkbeds where the kids slept. Candy was in the sheets and on the bed. A used milk bottle with old milk was left under the coach in the living room and had old milk spilling out from under the coach in the living room. Gatorade bottles were left under the bed in the master bedroom. When we arrived, I had to vacuum and re-clean the space in order for us to feel comfortable. The AC not working properly really made the beginning of the stay very uncomfortable. The last day of our stay, we waited 40 minutes for an elevator to take us from the 14 floor to the parking lot. It was absolutely frustrating. The condo needs a complete over haul and new linens. It would make the space a lot more appealing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Amy G.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Very disappointing

For being a premium unit in this complex it was very disheartening to see the lack of supplies and maintenance for this unit. As soon as we walked in, there was a hole over the eating area in the kitchen. Plaster was failing on to the counter making it a safety hazard to eat there. There are two couches and both are broken and ripped. The supplies in the kitchen were a joke. This unit provided 2 forks and 3 butter knives. There was no knife block or a knife that we could use to cut food. Underneath the sink, it was leaking which did not help with the constant mold smell. The sink in the master bathroom was cracked. Majority of the lights were either burned out or didn’t work. The owner has so much random stuff in the bedroom closets we couldn’t even use it, although no hangers were provided anyways. We reached out to Vacasa 10 minutes after we checked in. Vacasa sent some out the next day to assess our concerns. He did come back with 6 more forks, 6 more butter knives, and a new frying pan. They said they would reach out to the owner and follow up with me. I’m still waiting a response!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Roger lindner

We were here for my moms 70th birthday surprise. Beautiful views, wonderful amenities, quick access to the beach. The sofa was torn from what the pictures showed and the fridge was leaking but overall enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Florence F.

Great location. Overall property is great. Unit needs TLC in the living area and second bedroom.

Such a beautiful view of the ocean and the Sound. Two great balconies. The pictures online are obviously old. The furniture in the living room needs replacing, torn sofa, the throw pillows are old and musty. Should be thrown out. The kitchen is nice but cookware and accessories are minimal. Main bedroom is nice the secondary bedroom needs updating. The mattress on the queen bed needs to be replaced very uncomfortable for adults. The trip was about the beach and it is a great beach property. I would go back to the property but probably not this unit. Also, There was Construction being done and it was a little inconvenient but not a huge issue.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Stacey V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful place but needs updating

The place was beautiful and comfortable but there are various appliances and furniture that needs fixing. We told the property manager about it but no one came during our time there - freezer water leaking, microwave fan cover fell on my daughter, sofa is ripped, But it was a beautiful place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Robert P.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Not the cleanest

Master sheets and towels had stains on them. The door to the AC unit was caked with dust and dirt, kitchen ceiling was very dirty. Refrigerator would stop working and water would leak and pool up in the kitchen also water started pouring out of fire sprinkler in kitchen on our last night. And lastly the balconies had no furniture on them as pictures online indicated that there were table and chairs. Very disappointed with this unit.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Tracy N.

Read reviews before booking

Elevator situation horrible! Only 2 of the 3 working. Only 1 working when checking out. Not great when you're on the 14th floor. Elevator repairman there when checking out, and said that the property management doesn't maintain them very well, and actually recommended that The Phoenix was a better maintained condo complex. The location was good, the walkway over the road was great! The pool is nice, but the beach is very narrow. People out setting up tents and chairs as early as 6:00 am. This unit has a wonderful view, but only a table and one lounge chair on one of the balconies. We still had a good time, but would never stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

4/10 Poor

Shane M., Topeka

Disliked: Cleanliness

Needs upgrading

So there was no furniture on patio area but a couple crappy chairs. The washer had a rusted lid so had to do laundry elsewhere. Ice maker didn't work and last the sleeper couch was falling apart. After seeing other condos in building that our friends where staying in for same price. Would not recommend this one.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

2/10 Terrible

Kristin O.

Disliked: Cleanliness

not what was advertised

We stay in crystal towers annually and love it. NOT THIS UNIT!! It was dirty, with crumbs on the carpet and end tables, a puddle of water in the kitchen. No furniture for sitting on either balcony (except the broken down dangerous recliner on back balcony) Managment said they would get back to us and never did!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Chelsea D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Overall nice place

It was a nice place. The pools were great. Location was great. We did have an issue with the couch and the fold out couch. The one couch was broken in center. Was noticeable and I had already seen on a previous review that it was broken but would be taken care of. Also there were some dirty dishes in the cabinet. Other than that everything was fine. Thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristi G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Close to Everything

Property was in a great location to pools, beach, grocery store and fun shops. Definitely a great, safe place to let your teens explore.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Nycole M.

Wonderful location

Perfect location. Easy access to the beach and pool. Perfect for families with children.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness

1401 crystal towers.

The property could have been a little cleaner when we checked in. Awesome views made up for it though. We’ve never stayed in such a large facility so the number of people was overwhelming. My only complaint is the busyness of the beach. We are used to staying in a smaller property with a more private beach feel (we were 4 rows back from the water). Don’t like the rule that rented chairs and umbrellas can’t be waterfront. Overall it was a good vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

We had a great week at the property. Great location, great views, clean, everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

It was really nice

Wish we could have stayed longer
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Thressa B.

Wonderful time had by all

Entire family had a wonderful time especially the grand kids. Wonderful views from Crystal Tower 1401 of gulf and back bay. Hope we can stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Connie M.

It badly needs a makeover! Loved the view an size.

Living room couch, recliner, an dining room chairs are so uncomfortable!! Carpet is really stained. 2nd bedroom needs a new TV an mattress, pillows. I can overlook somethings but when I got out blankets from the closet and found what looked like fresh blood on 2 of them an other stains on the 3rd that really was gross! They hadn't been washed!!! Yes they brought us clean ones the next day but I was so worried about the sheets being fresh so I washed them. I just feel that it hadn't been thoroughly cleaned! We did enjoy our vacation an was thinking about reserving for next year but very hesitant to do it. Will look else where even though we loved the view!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Scott J., Vancleave, MS

Great value

This property is a great value. The pools and hot tubs are very nice, and it has direct beach access.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

6/10 Okay

Jason M.

Great location and our condo could be really nice if it had some TLC done to it.

We enjoyed our week at the condo. However, our condo itself could use some work. The carpets, drapes, and walls were dirty. Furniture in the living room had a lot of wear and tear on them. Beds were old and really stiff. And the kitchen was missing some essentials, like hot pads, utensils, etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Christy A.

Nice, clean condo but could use some tlc

We had a great time in Gulf Shores, as usual. The condo did need some updates. The chairs were broken, the cable cord in the bedroom needs to be mounted to the floor, there was a leak in the kitchen ceiling and the carpet will soon need to be replaced. Otherwise, it was very clean and had everything we needed. We look forward to coming again next year. :-)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2016

8/10 Good

Cynthia B.

Very relaxing!

My family truly enjoyed our stay. The condo was just what we needed. The pool choices was amazing. Our grandchildren really enjoyed their view from the balcony and playing in the pools.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2016