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✦ Stay: Alys Beach (Vacation Rentals + Caliza) ($$$-$$$$)
✦ Eat: George's at Alys Beach — book reserve ahead in high season — it's the primary public restaurant in Alys Beach and a small cottage space. Book online/by phone; confirm current hours (may run reduced/seasonal in the off-season).
✦ Stay: WaterColor Inn & Resort ($$$-$$$$)
✦ Eat: Bud & Alley's — book reserve the downstairs dining room ahead in high season (summer + holiday weeks); the ROOFTOP BAR is more first-come — arrive well before sunset to land a rail spot for the sundown bell. Target a seating ~60–90 min before sunset for the light over the Gulf.
✦ Stay: The Pearl Hotel ($$$-$$$$)
✦ Eat: Havana Beach Bar & Grill — book reserve ahead in high season — the rooftop lounge's Gulf-view sunset seating is in demand. Book online/by phone via The Pearl; target ~60–90 min before sunset on the rooftop for the light.
When to go: May, June, September, October.