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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG – Gulf Shores, AL
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG – Gulf Shores, AL
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG

Only a short distance from the Gulf of Mexico, this hotel located in Gulf Shores, Alabama, features free high-speed internet access, a microwave and a mini-refrigerator in each guestroom. Begin the day at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Gulf Shores with a free continental breakfast, serving a variety of bagels, muffins, fruits, juice and coffee. Following breakfast, relax in the outdoor pool or enjoy the in-room cable television. Take advantage of the numerous activities including golfing, deep-sea fishing and shopping available within driving distance of the Gulf Shores Holiday Inn Express. Gulf State Park and the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo are also only a short distance from the hotel.

Amenities

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • Fitness center
  • On-site dining
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Business center
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Full kitchen / kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room microwave
  • Pool
  • Spa / sauna
  • Pet friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning
  • Elevator
  • In-room safe

Reviews

4.1 / 5
Great 1527 reviews
  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Everyone was kind so kind and helpful. From getting checked out, every question and concern was answered with a smile and respect.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    We had a great experience at this hotel great breakfast and helpful staff had a little clogged toliet problem but other than that it was a great stay

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The ac in our room was terrible - sooooo humid that it felt like the linens were wet. Difficult to sleep. Needs updating. Carpeting dirty, gross grout, dirty light switches. Certainly not worth the almost $300 price tag.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Clean room. Friendly staff

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The hotel is overpriced for its condition and clearly needs significant updates. The bathroom had chipped, broken tiles, and the towel rack looked like it had been repeatedly repaired with poor, mismatched paint. The air conditioning was also a problem, running weakly while the thermostat clicked and chattered all night, waking me up several times. To make matters worse, there was no one at the front desk on Saturday night after about 8:00 p.m., and no staff member was available again until around 9:00 the next morning. Overall, this hotel does not offer good value for the price. I would not stay here again or recommend it to others.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    We had a good stay. The hotel was comfortable and the staff were nice.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Do not plan to eat a hot breakfast unless you are there first thing when it opens. Two of our three days when we went there was either no warm food or pancake machine was empty of the mix to make pancakes. When asked to have it refilled I was advised it would be a waste since breakfast ended in 30 min. When spoke to the manager she basically said the same thing and in regards to no warm food said that if she made more they would be closing soon. Said that she would address it with them to have the food put out partially rather than all at once. Trash cans were always overflowing with no where to put your plates. Talked to corporate they were going to have general manager call since I was still at the property and 48 hours later when I checked out still had received no call and never did. You would think the elevator was going to breakdown anytime you were in it.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Clean rooms and very friendly staff.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Check in and out were a breeze. The breakfast was not elaborate, but it was good and included with the room do the value was excellent. Room was clean and air conditioning made it very comfortable. I will definitely choose this hotel again!

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Excellent room

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Great one night stay! Very clean, breakfast, and room was quiet. Would definitely stay here again

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Close to the beaches

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    It was fine. Good lovation

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Facility is a bit rundown but the staff were very nice and responsive. Breakfast was great and location worked well for us.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Great facility

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Everything was good except the pool was really dirty.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Breakfast was great! Clean, comfortable, and great location

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The bathtub was not clean and the carpet in the room was dirty.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    About 5 minutes drive to the beach & close to a lot of different restaurants!

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Stay was very quick, but nice hotel, clean and maintained. Clean rooms and the breakfast was good.

Frequently asked questions about Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG offers free Wi-Fi for all guests. Free wired internet is also available in select rooms.
Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG offer parking?
Yes, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG offers free parking on-site.
Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG offers meeting spaces for business and group use. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG have a fitness center?
Yes, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG features an on-site fitness center for guests. Additional wellness amenities include spa, pool.
Where is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG located, and how walkable is the area?
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG is located at 160 W Commerce Avenue, Gulf Shores, AL 36542. With a Walk Score of 62, the area is rated Somewhat Walkable. Some errands can be done on foot, but a car or rideshare is helpful for most trips.

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