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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Gulf State Park

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Property amenity
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Free daily continental breakfast
Outdoor pool
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores, near Gulf State Park, offers a complimentary continental breakfast and outdoor pool. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi, a business center, snack bar/deli, laundry facilities, and gym. Visitors consistently praise the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Laundry

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(67 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Shower/tub combination
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Extra Floor Space)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
160 W Commerce Avenue, Gulf Shores, AL, 36542

What's nearby

  • Gulf State Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Waterville USA - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Hangout Music Fest - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Lulu's Gulf Shores - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪DeSoto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Picnic Beach - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG

Hotel near Gulf State Park
Free continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and a gym are just a few of the amenities provided at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a business center and a snack bar/deli.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, a vending machine, and a front-desk safe
  • 1 meeting room, a 24-hour front desk, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 89 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and free infant beds

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Gulf Shores Holiday Inn Express
Holiday Inn Express Gulf Shores
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Gulf Shores
Holiday Inn Express Gulf Shores Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Suites Gulf Shores
Inn Express Gulf Shores

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG located?

Situated in Gulf Shores, this hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Gulf State Park and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Gulf Shores Beach. Gulf Shores Museum and Zooland Mini Golf are also within 15 minutes.

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