Title: The Oasis at Orange Beach, formerly known as Phoenix West II, Unit 2308 Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire condo # The Oasis at Orange Beach, formerly known as Phoenix West II, Unit 2308 Beachfront condo with fitness centre and sauna ## Photo gallery for The Oasis at Orange Beach, formerly known as Phoenix West II, Unit 2308 ![Property grounds - The Oasis at Orange Beach, formerly known as Phoenix West II, Unit 2308 (Orange Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22150000/22145200/22145195/3aa5d020.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - The Oasis at Orange Beach, formerly known as Phoenix West II, Unit 2308 (Orange Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22150000/22145200/22145195/5e1ef3fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Flat-screen TV - The Oasis at Orange Beach, formerly known as Phoenix West II, Unit 2308 (Orange Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22150000/22145200/22145195/c04fabe5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Flat-screen TV - The Oasis at Orange Beach, formerly known as Phoenix West II, Unit 2308 (Orange Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22150000/22145200/22145195/6b59e268.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Indoor pool - The Oasis at Orange Beach, formerly known as Phoenix West II, Unit 2308 (Orange Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22150000/22145200/22145195/51fbbb33.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies From its 32nd-floor perch at Phoenix West II, this 3-bedroom retreat offers an unparalleled Gulf-front lifestyle. With a free-flowing living space, expansive balcony views of the Gulf, and resort-style amenities just an elevator ride away. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire condo 3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 101958 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Oasis at Orange Beach, formerly known as Phoenix West II, Unit 2308 With extra high ceilings, stylish contemporary furnishings, and spectacular views of the Gulf as far as the eye can see, you’ll be living the high life at this Gulf-front 3-bedroom on the 32nd floor of Phoenix West II. In the free-flowing living space, sunlight streams in through floor-to-ceiling windows and there’s plenty of seating for everyone with an enormous sectional and accent chairs. After spending all day at the beach and pool, there’s nothing better than gathering for some downtime – watch a movie on the flatscreen TV, play games in the open space, or simply relax with your favorites. Open to the living room, the kitchen is fully equipped with expansive granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Brew your coffee in the Keurig and sip it on the balcony, enjoy casual meals and snacks at the large breakfast bar with seating for four, mix drinks or make smoothies at the wet bar with a blender, sink, and ice maker, and gather for meals in the Gulfview dining room, where a table for six awaits. When you’re that beach-kind-of-tired, there’s nothing like having your own private suite for a restful sleep. Each well-appointed bedroom has comfortable bedding, a flatscreen TV, and a private ensuite bathroom, including the primary ensuite with a jetted tub and separate shower. There’s also a fourth bathroom with a washer and dryer and a Queen sleeper sofa in the living room, so there’s plenty of space for everyone. With two King beds, two Queen beds, and the Queen sleeper sofa, families of ten can easily all stay together. The living space extends outside on the private Gulf-front balcony. With expansive views of the Gulf, it’s your own slice of paradise. Morning coffee, afternoon naps, al fresco meals, sunset drinks – they’re all better with views of the Gulf. And when you’re ready for adventure? All the incredible resort-style amenities of Phoenix West II are just a quick elevator ride away. \*Please note: The Oasis at Orange Beach, formerly known as Phoenix West II, is a smoke-free complex, except for designated outdoor smoking areas. The non-smoking policy, which include e-cigarettes, apply to all common areas (i.e. pool decks, stairwells, etc.), inside condominium units and on balconies. On-site paid parking is available and managed by the property's HOA. Parking passes can be purchased upon arrival and are valid for the duration of your stay. Please be sure to display the pass clearly on your driver's side dashboard at all times while on the property. \*Rates are set by the HOA and are subject to change without prior notice. For the comfort and safety of all guests, U-hauls, trailers, boats, jet skis, buses, and similar vehicles are not permitted on the property. Please Note: The minimum age requirement to rent this unit is 25 years of age or older. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Hot tub - Indoor pool - Private pool - Sauna ### Internet - Available in the condo: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Dining - Dining table - Wet bar ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Lift - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Gym - Tennis - Basketball nearby - Golfing 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) ### General - Unit size: 1,958 square feet ## Similar properties ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90920000/90920000/90919915/c0524755.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Newest Property! 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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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as \~ 3BR @ Phoenix West II Condo \~ 3BR @ Phoenix West II Orange Beach \~ 3BR @ Phoenix West II Condo Orange Beach Click for Quote With Free Nights! 3BR @ Phoenix West II 1498 Relax in Style With Jaw dropping View Perched Above the Gulf Click for Quote With 7 Night Specials! 3BR @ Phoenix West II ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C30.25948%2C-87.62456&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=7So02qFrkOS5Tciy5xKKmgfmdlw=) Orange Beach, AL #### What's nearby - Orange Beach Beaches \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Perdido Beach Boulevard \- 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Romar Beach \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Gulf State Park \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Orange Beach Welcome Center \- 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles #### Getting around - Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 61 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Culver's - ‬11 min drive - ‪Tee Off At The Wharf - ‬11 min drive - ‪Cactus Cantina Perdido Beach Boulevard - ‬4 min drive - ‪Doc's Seafood & Steaks - ‬18 min walk - ‪Hurricane Grill & Wings - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Oasis at Orange Beach, formerly known as Phoenix West II, Unit 2308 have a pool? ### Is The Oasis at Orange Beach, formerly known as Phoenix West II, Unit 2308 pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Oasis at Orange Beach, formerly known as Phoenix West II, Unit 2308? ### What time is check-in at The Oasis at Orange Beach, formerly known as Phoenix West II, Unit 2308? ### What time is check-out at The Oasis at Orange Beach, formerly known as Phoenix West II, Unit 2308? ### Where is The Oasis at Orange Beach, formerly known as Phoenix West II, Unit 2308 located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Oasis at Orange Beach, formerly known as Phoenix West II, Unit 2308 Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 10 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelli P. 12 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful condo in a great location. Great beach location. Close to all amenities. One of the best places we’ve stayed. Would definitely stay again. ##### Kelli P. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Clara M. 18 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Experience was great! I loved the location and condition of the property. Will definitely recommend! ##### Clara M. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeremy O'Neal S. 27 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation It is nice ##### Jeremy O'Neal S. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gary S. 4 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Property exactly like advertised Nice and clean property and very accommodating ##### Gary S. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Evelyn M. 28 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great listing and location This condo was perfect for a 3-family stay with small children. Super quiet on the 32nd floor! Beach and rentals were very nice, too. Only complaints were the elevator situation being crowded with lengthy wait times and not being able to park three cars in the garage. Overall, a great time! ##### Evelyn M. Stayed 4 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ryan W. 8 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful condo, very spacious, great getaway! We had a very pleasant stay! Everything we needed was there for our use. Very clean and well kept. The only negative remark would be the elevator wait times during the holiday weekend. It did take a good amount of time to have an elevator arrive and sometimes is was already full. ##### Ryan W. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lindsey S. 20 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### AMAZING VIEWS This space was much larger than I anticipated. This room was on the top floor, so that initial look over the balcony made you feel a little woozy, but the view was incredible! We had such an amazing time. Would definitely rebook! ##### Lindsey S. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Evelyn B. 3 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### LOVE! Had a blast!! ##### Evelyn B. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthew J. 16 Jun 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful beach Condo Condo has everything you will need and more. The development did eveythingnpossible to keep us safe during the Covid health crisis. ##### Matthew J. Stayed 7 nights in May 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carrie K. 18 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good communication from property owner The property was nice. I would like to see one additional life guard at the lazy river and pool area to redirect people when they are behaving badly. The communication from the property manager was excellent. ##### Carrie K. 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