is a short walk from a number of restaurants, bars, and local points of interest. The Grand Hotel, which first opened in 1847 is an ideal destination for your family, your golf buddies, or for you and a significant other. Guests can relax alongside one of five pools and have a refreshing soak in the hot tub. There’s also a kid’s pool for families with young children. For water enthusiasts, the hotel provides access to a pair of white, sandy beaches alongside Mobile Bay, including a designated section for swimmers. The hotel also has kayaks and jet skis for its guests. Other activities include tennis, biking, horseshoes and croquet. If you are still seeking recreational diversity, make time for a massage in the spa, a session in the steam room, or a workout in the fitness center. Whatever you do each day, make time for afternoon tea. One of the unique aspects of your stay at the Grand Hotel is the firing of the cannon every day at 4:00 pm. The cannon blast over the water of Mobile Bay honors the men and women of the military, who have served in battles and skirmishes in Mobile Bay, dating back to the late 1700s. The two best places to eat locally are Wintzell’s Oyster House and Dauphin’s. At both restaurants, the seafood on their menus, shrimp, crab, grouper, oysters, seafood gumbo, and clam chowder, is beyond compare and simply delicious. Dauphin’s offers amazing views
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