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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG

Property class: 2.5
Hotel near Gulf Shores Beach in Gulf Shores

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A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large glass door entrance.
A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight racks.
A hotel with a parking lot, multiple floors, and a swimming pool.
A hotel room with a sofa, a wooden table, a bed, a nightstand, and a window with a view.
A hotel room with a bed, a gray sofa, a wooden side table, and a lamp.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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160 W Commerce Avenue, Gulf Shores, AL, 36542
  • Place, Gulf State Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Waterville USA
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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A bed with white bedding and pillows against a brown headboard.

Standard Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a wardrobe.

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a wardrobe.

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a wardrobe.

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a sofa, a wooden table, a bed, bedside lamps, and a window with a view.

Suite, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, and a small desk with a telephone.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(100 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a wardrobe.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Extra Floor Space)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a wardrobe.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(56 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a lamp.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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About the neighborhood

Gulf Shores

In Gulf Shores .Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Gulf State Park and Gulf Shores Museum. Also, Zooland Mini Golf is within half a mile (1 km) and Gulf Shores Beach is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Gulf State Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Gulf Shores Museum - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Waterville USA - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Alabama Coastal Birding Trail - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Lulu's Gulf Shores - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Picnic Beach - ‬3 min drive

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.

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG is 1.8 mi (4-min drive) away from the Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG?

As of Oct 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG on Nov 17, 2026 start from $110, including 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 Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 1.6 mi (7-min drive) from Gulf Shores Beach and 3.1 mi (9-min drive) from Orange Beach Beaches. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

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

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG features an outdoor pool.

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

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG to downtown Gulf Shores?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG is 1.3 mi away from Gulf Shores.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 569 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 237 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 120 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1006 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Room was clean and hotel staff were very friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great location, easy parking
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and easy access to beach
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, good location, friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice Hotel,it was very clean,I would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, easy check in and out, comfortable beds, good breakfast, everything is well maintained and clean!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was super clean, breakfast was great. Will stay there again
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The parking was good excellent breakfast staff was very helpful the rooms could have been a little cleaner but would recommend the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was great. Jim at tge front desk was so helpful and he spoke to everyone coming in and going out.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Everything was great. Definitely know where I will be booking again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great! Clean, comfortable, and great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean and convenient, safe
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great all around Clean, friendly and centrally located
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay it was a very nice place we will definitely stay with them again everyone of the staff was very friendly and our room was very nice and clean very comfortable beds as well
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. A little bit off the beach but a quick uber ride away. We’d definitely stay here again. Great breakfast too. Super nice staff. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk clerk was so friendly I almost asked if he’s from the Mid-West! This hotel is away from the busy commercial area but close to restaurants and shops. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent location couldn't ask for better.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good parking
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Facility is a bit rundown but the staff were very nice and responsive. Breakfast was great and location worked well for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was delicious, room was clean, location was convenient, and staff was nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decent breakfast and comfy beds
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great and the parking area is very good. The room was spacious and clean, but you can definitley tell that this is an older hotel. Overall, no complaints.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was exceptionally friendly and helpful. Rooms were clean and bed was really comfortable. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Hotel was ok. Nothing extravagant. Breakfast was decent.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms , comfortable beds and a gym. Id definitely stay here again ,if i come back to the area
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

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