Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by Ihg

160 West Commerce Ave., Gulf Shores, AL 36542 United States (USA)
View Map Reservations: 1-800-219-2797
2.5 Star Property
30.268349 -87.68973
+1-800-219-2797
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Very Good
4.0/5

Based on 781 guest reviews

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  • Comp. Breakfast
  • Fitness + Health Center
  • 89 rooms in hotel
  • 4 floors in property
  • 26 suites in property
  • Check-in time: 3:00 p.m.
  • Group booking rating of 10.0/10
  • 2 meeting rooms in hotel

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Local Attractions

Beach, Zoo, Water Wheel Park, Track-family Recreation Center, Golf Courses, Dolphin Cruises, Parasailing.

Verified Reviews of Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Very comfortable here and easy to get around."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Will be back.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
08-Jul-2026 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Jul 05 to Thu Jul 09 2026 at a $154.61 average nightly rate.
"Clean rooms good breakfast options coffee availability"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
The room was very clean and spacious, lots of towels in the bathroom. The beds were very comfortable and I appreciated the different types of pillows. The breakfast offered many options, which was nice. The coffee machine was great and we were able to get fresh coffee at any time, it was a very nice stay.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
11-May-2026 Verified Review, stayed from Wed May 06 to Sat May 09 2026 at a $149.85 average nightly rate.
"Great Place"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Having never been to the area we were pleasantly impressed with the friendly staff and accommodations. We would definitely consider staying here again in the future.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
16-Feb-2026 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Feb 11 to Sat Feb 14 2026 at a $123.99 average nightly rate.
"Our Stay"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
We enjoyed our stay very much. The room was great and the breakfast is always good
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
16-Oct-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Oct 12 to Wed Oct 15 2025 at a $124.34 average nightly rate.
"Good "
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Hotel was good. We would stay here again.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
21-Sep-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Sep 19 to Mon Sep 22 2025 at a $121.44 average nightly rate.
"Very good overall."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Everything good,young girl serving breakfast needs to smile and act like she wants to be there.East door wouldn't unlike with key card,had to walk in front every time.They told me it didn't work need to fix.People were putting rug so do wouldn't lock.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
25-Jun-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Jun 21 to Tue Jun 24 2025 at a $209.99 average nightly rate.
4.0 out of 5. Based on 781 guest reviews

Details / Other Expenses

Check In: 3:00 p.m.
Check Out: 11:00 a.m.
Year of Last Renovation: 2009
Floors: 4
Rooms: 89
Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways
Non Smoking Rooms: 89
Handicap Rooms: 9
Suites: 26
Room Windows: Windows Don't Open
Cleaning Frequency: Daily
Meeting Rooms: 2 View Spaces
Meeting Space: 1900 sq. feet
Banquet Space: Holds 63 people
Dist. to Food/Bars: 0.3 Mi
Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 0.3 Mi
Dist. to Nearest Gym: On-site
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
24 hours prior arrival- groups are longer
Nightly Parking: 0
Typical Group Deposit: 25 %
Total Taxes: 16.00%
Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)

Amenities / Features


  • Fitness and health center
  • Free WiFi Internet

Airport & Shuttle Information

Pensacola and Mobile Airport, 1 hour away. No shuttle service, taxi available.

Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Sorry, pets are not allowed.

About Holiday Inn Express

  • Free Express Start Breakfast
  • Have their own 100% Arabica Smart Roast Coffee
  • Free high-speed internet service in every room
  • eHost Online Concierge Service where guests can learn about hotel amenities, major airlines nearby, up-to-date local weather and even car rental services
  • Perfect for the business traveler on the go, Holiday Inn Express offers 24/7 hours & photocopy services

The Holiday Inn Express highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

    Day 1

  • Breakfast: The Ruby Slipper Cafe - A cozy breakfast spot offering a variety of Southern-inspired dishes. Located 1 mile from the hotel.
  • Lunch: The Gulf - A waterfront restaurant serving fresh seafood and American cuisine. Enjoy beautiful views of the Gulf of Mexico. Located 2 miles from the hotel.
  • Dinner: The Hangout - A popular beachfront restaurant known for its live music, seafood, and vibrant atmosphere. Located 0.5 miles from the hotel.
  • Activity: Gulf State Park - Explore the park's trails, rent bikes, or relax on the beach. Located 3 miles from the hotel.

    • Day 2

  • Breakfast: The Southern Grind Coffee House - Start your day with a delicious breakfast and a cup of coffee at this cozy cafe. Located 1.5 miles from the hotel.
  • Lunch: The Original Oyster House - A local favorite for seafood, including oysters, shrimp, and crab. Located 3.5 miles from the hotel.
  • Dinner: LuLu's Gulf Shores - A family-friendly restaurant with a large outdoor seating area and live music. Enjoy seafood, burgers, and more. Located 4 miles from the hotel.
  • Activity: Waterville USA - Have a fun-filled day at this waterpark and amusement park. Enjoy water slides, go-karts, and mini-golf. Located 5 miles from the hotel.

    • Day 3

  • Breakfast: The Pancake House - Indulge in a hearty breakfast with a variety of pancake options at this local favorite. Located 0.8 miles from the hotel.
  • Lunch: The Yard Milkshake Bar - Treat yourself to a delicious milkshake with creative toppings at this popular dessert spot. Located 1.2 miles from the hotel.
  • Dinner: Bahama Bob's Beachside Cafe - A casual beachfront restaurant serving seafood, sandwiches, and tropical drinks. Located 2.5 miles from the hotel.
  • Activity: Gulf Shores Public Beach - Spend the day relaxing on the sandy beach, swimming in the Gulf, or playing beach volleyball. Located 1 mile from the hotel.

Previously known as:
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores, an IHG Hotel, Holiday Inn Express Gulf Shores

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by Ihg

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by Ihg.

Feel free to use the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by Ihg meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Gulf Shores event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Meeting Room Name L x W x H
(Feet)		 Size
(sqft.)		 Banquet
5'/6'
Banquet Space Layout		 Crescent
Crescent Tables Layout		 Classroom
Classroom Meeting Layout		 Hollow
Square
Hollow Square Table Layout		 U-Shape
U Shape Meeting Layout		 Boardroom
Boardroom Meeting Space		 Convention
8'/10'
Convention Booth Layout		 Theater
Theater Layout		 Reception
Reception Desk for Meeting		 Regist.
Desk
Registration Desk for Meeting
General Meeting Room 37 x 25 x 12 900 60/63 52 65 61 61 61 --/-- 70 61 61
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General Meeting Room

Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
900 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
37 x 25 x 12 Ft.
Floor Level:
1
Power Outlets:
9
Columns:
0
Windows:
3
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • LAN Internet
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
  • Simultaneous Interpretation
Meeting Space is complimentary if 25 rooms are reserved.
Meeting Room 40 x 25 x 10 1000 --/-- -- 50 22 33 33 --/-- 60 60 --
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Meeting Room

Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
1000 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
40 x 25 x 10 Ft.
Floor Level:
Natural Light?:
No
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
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    FAQs about Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG

    What time is check in?

    Check in time is 3:00 p.m. based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

    What time is check out?

    Check out time is 11:00 a.m. based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

    How many rooms does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG have?

    There are 89 rooms in the property.

    Is there any meeting space at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG?

    Yes, they have 2 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

    Is there a gym at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG?

    Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

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