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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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Experience a unique stay in a hotel with a distinctive curved roof, surrounded by a parking lot and local amenities.
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.
Relax by the pool at this hotel, featuring a clear pool, comfortable seating, and a landscaped setting.

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is AU$182
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug

Explore the area

Map
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)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 33.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(66 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

Standard Room

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Extra Floor Space)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

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 cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

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 cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Gulf Shores

At Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG you'll be 0.6 km (0.4 mi) from Gulf State Park and 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Gulf Shores Beach. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas and a fitness centre, and has a business centre. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Gulf Shores hotel include The Wharf and Orange Beach Beaches.

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, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 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 with free breakfast, a short walk to Gulf State Park
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

A business centre 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 a safe and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

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

Languages

English, Spanish

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The price is AU$183
includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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

  • Free cot
  • 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 centre
  • 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 centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

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 all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 1 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG on 10 Aug 2025 start from AU$182.33, 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.

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

Yep, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG?

The closest beach to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG is Gulf Shores Beach (3.1 km).

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

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

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

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a deli, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG is a hit with families.

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

Yeah, our visitors give high marks to the free continental breakfast here! Served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG?

There isn't one on site, but Gulf Shores Golf Club is a short 19-minute walk away.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 536 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 289 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 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

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

2/10 Terrible

CONNIE

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Keith

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Needed a room with two beds. Gave me one with a couch and the mattress was only coil springs. Horrible. Non sleepable. Left right after never stayed. Horrible.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quick trip

Good stay. Breakfast seclection good.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and clean room. Enjoyed!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

marlon

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

2/10 Terrible

LaShundra

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very dirty and unclean room

The room was very dirty
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Awesome stay. Exactly what we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Antonio

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

10/10 Excellent

Theresa And Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025