Hotel Vela

2.0 star property
Hotel near Gulfport Beach in Gulfport

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1409 24th Avenue, Gulfport, MS, 39501
  • Place, Gulfport Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mississippi Aquarium
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of Gulfport
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Gulfport, MS (GPT-Gulfport - Biloxi Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Gulfport

City center stay.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Gulfport Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Island View Casino with a stay at this Gulfport hotel. Harbor Square Park and Mississippi Aquarium are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Gulfport Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Gulfport Recreation Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mississippi Aquarium - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Port of Gulfport - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Island View Casino - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Gulfport Amtrak Station - 4 min walk
  • Gulfport - Biloxi Intl. Airport (GPT) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Island View Casino Resort - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Island View Casino Buffet - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪C&G Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Stage Bar - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Hotel Vela

Hotel near Gulfport Beach in Gulfport
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Parking is available for a fee.

This Gulfport hotel is smoke free.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • Towels for the beach
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Hotel Vela offers 16 accommodations with minibars and safes. 43-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Gulfport hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding, irons/ironing boards, and change of towels can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 10 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (69 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar in shower (24 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 35.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 10.00 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 35.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

Hotel Vela Hotel
Hotel Vela Gulfport
Hotel Vela Hotel Gulfport

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Vela to the airport?

Hotel Vela is 5 mi (12-min drive) away from the Gulfport - Biloxi Intl. Airport (GPT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Vela?

As of Jun 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Vela on Jun 9, 2026 start from CA $225, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hotel Vela have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Vela.

How close is Hotel Vela to the beach?

This hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Gulfport Beach and 10.1 mi (19-min drive) from Biloxi Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Vela offer free breakfast?

Hotel Vela does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hotel Vela?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Island View Casino (18-min walk) and Treasure Bay Casino (13-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel Vela?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Hotel Vela?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 10.00 per day.

Does Hotel Vela have a pool?

Hotel Vela does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Vela have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hotel Vela have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Vela to downtown Gulfport?

Hotel Vela is 0.1 mi away from Gulfport.

Hotel Vela Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 219 out of 278 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 278 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 278 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 278 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 278 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, hotel ambience, location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful hotel and we loved the Siren Social atmosphere. Great room, staff and stay! Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A modern retro vibe. Food and drinks were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amity

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My go to hotel in Gulfport. Attention to detail throughout.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint hotel in downtown Gulfport. It was less than 10 miles to all the events
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Roderick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff and the room was excellent room was very clean and smelled wonderful...
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gladys

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, loved the decor. Quite different from the usual hotel setup. Staff was great.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Air conditioning was amazing and kept to the climate it was set at.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing stay for New Years Eve. The food at the Siren Social Club was phenomenal. Very cute boutique hotel and drinks were delicious! Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JASON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spotless! Very easy check-in and check out
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Third visit to this hotel. Room is nice, check in is easy, everything is very clean. The bar downstairs in the restaurant is excellent. Oscar and Brendan are knowledgeable and talented behind the bar and made the evening fun. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean, comfortable room. Loved the vibe! We could hear soft music until 11p ish - which we loved! Others might be bothered by it so thought we would mention it. Area around the hotel was great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Front Desk Staff was amazing! We found the room spacious and clean. Nice surprise to find a Nespresso machine and stocked mini bar.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay Hotel Vela was great. The check-in process was so easy and straightforward. Beautifully decorated lobby and rooms. Very comfortable and had everything we needed. Centrally located too. Will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ivonne

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Everything was great!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Merrily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Close to restaurants close to business good location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
On-site restaurant & bar were great. Delicious food, great drinks & staff. Very nice boutique hotel with speakeasy vibe.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline.

Liked: Amenities
Such a beautiful and unique boutique hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved our stay! The hotel is incredibly swanky—the perfect luxurious escape. Beyond the gorgeous decor, the staff were wonderful and genuinely friendly, making our time here truly enjoyable. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Really great hotel in heart of Gulfport. Walking distance to water front & a variety of restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Great food. Gret room
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I enjoyed the staff, the decor, and the location to all restaurants. I would love if they could add a regular fridge and a ice machine.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place. For sure will stay here again if given the chance. Definitely a must stay if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neysa

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a great place! Would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice place. Welcoming staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025