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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near Gulf Shores Beach in Gulf Shores

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Experience a unique stay in a hotel with a distinctive curved roof, surrounded by a parking lot and local amenities.
Relax by the pool at this hotel, featuring a clear pool, comfortable seating, and a landscaped setting.
Welcome to our lobby, featuring a reception desk, cozy seating area, and dining space.
Two double beds with matching headboards and footboards, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted mirror.
Indulge in a variety of breakfast options at our buffet, featuring stations for eggs, omelets, and more.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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160 W Commerce Avenue, Gulf Shores, AL, 36542
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Hangout Music Fest
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, desk, and wall-mounted TV.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, bedside table, and comfortable armchair.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(66 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Restful retreat with a neatly arranged bed and plush pillows.

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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Relax in a clean and functional space with a comfortable bed and sofa, perfect for unwinding.

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and wardrobe.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and wardrobe.

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and wardrobe.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Extra Floor Space)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Relax in a stylish room with a comfortable bed, sofa, and coffee table.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, desk, and wall-mounted TV.

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Gulf Shores

In Gulf Shores .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Gulf State Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Gulf Shores Beach with a stay at this Gulf Shores hotel. Gulf Shores Museum and Zooland Mini Golf are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Gulf State Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Waterville USA - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Lulu's At Homeport Marina - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Original Oyster House Boardwalk - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG

Hotel near Gulf Shores Beach in Gulf Shores
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

A business center and a meeting room are available. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG also features a vending machine, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This Gulf Shores hotel is smoke free.

  • 89 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG offers 89 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary weekday newspapers, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your 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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 535 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 290 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1003 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mamie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean, easy access to local areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Bridget, HOPKINS

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

KELLY, EVERGREEN PARK

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great first day!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Gary

Travelled with family
Will never make a reservation that I can not cancel. My bad I am not a traveler. Too far from the beach and we were ready to go home.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittney

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roshanda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was such an awesome stay check in was smooth and quick. The room was clean, comfortable and welcoming from a long hot day at the ball park. My husband couldn’t stop complimenting on how great the complimentary breakfast was lol. I normally I have a hard time sleeping in hotels but it was like I melted into the pillows and mattress and I slept the best I have in weeks.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Morgan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was great, the building is a little outdated. The floors in the bathroom could be mopped.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nishawndra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very welcoming and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandi

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Served its purpose Good hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Gregory

Location
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Kionna

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Andre

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Strong musky smell in the hallway.

We stayed here previously. That was the reason it was chosen. The last two rooms were renovated. The room we stayed in this time( Apr 25-27) the worse. The shower head was clogged. I tapped it to open up some water routes. The paint in the tub floor was peelin
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jola

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property! Had full breakfast included too!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Colleen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hollis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was well maintained and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean. Linen was clean. Beds comfortable. Staff helpful. There were not any hidden fees
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff….really made us feel at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

LARRY

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was amazing from the time we entered til we checked our
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
We enjoyed our stay so much. The staff were all so nice and friendly. We used the gym a few time which was nice to have. It was close to the beach and the shops so didn’t have to drive far at all. The breakfast we had every morning was fantastic! The only complaint I have was that the bed my daughter slept in squeaked every time she moved. Definitely need a new bed in that room.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025