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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Gulf Shores

2.5 of 5
160 West Commerce Avenue, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013
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Kaplan, Louisiana
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW via mobile

If your not worried about staying ON the beach, this is definitely a great choice. Nice rooms, great value. Next to grocery store, and food. Laundry facility on site a must for those going to the beaches. Public beach access right down the road.

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Hattiesburg, Mississippi
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3 hotel reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

This hotel is very clean for it's proximity to the beach, but the beds were so uncomfortable and the AC functioned so loudly and poorly, that sleep was impossible. I really wanted to like this hotel, as clean hotels in beach settings (with complimentary breakfast) are hard to come by. The sides of both beds were so hard and the... More

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Robert M, General Manager at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Gulf Shores, responded to this review
17 June 2013

Next time you plan on coming to the area, please contact me directly and I will personally handle all your accommodation needs to insure the highest level of service is expedited, as well a special discounted rate. If you would like to speak with me further about this matter please feel free to contact me directly at any time. Thank... More

Hartford
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139 reviews 139 reviews
48 hotel reviews
Reviews in 77 cities Reviews in 77 cities
53 helpful votes 53 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

Great place to stay when visiting Gulf Shores. Clean and friendly with a great free breakfast. A little less than a mile from the beach. Close to many restaurants. I found the room prices to be reasonable for the area. If you're coming for the pool, let me warn you it's very small. Overall this place lives up to the... More

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Robert M, General Manager at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Gulf Shores, responded to this review
17 June 2013

Thank you for the awesome feedback! More

Central Illinois
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28 reviews 28 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013 via mobile

Very nice hotel. Just a mile or so from a public access to the beach. Breakfast was good they have a pancake "printer" that makes 2 pancakes in about a minute. Bacon and biscuits & sausage gravy. Saw a Jacuzzi room with a king - very spacious.

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DeFuniak Springs, Florida
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7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

Everyone was really nice. The rooms were very clean and so was the entire hotel. Only problem was with the tub there should have been something on the floor of the tub because it had an incline and it was hard to not slip. Told the management when we checked out and was sent a very nice email saying they... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

We made reservations for three nights. Unfortunately, we had to cancel due to illness. We cancelled in advance of our reservations. We have been charged for all three nights. We have called the manager three times and he/she has not returned our calls. Things happen in life and obviously greed is what they represent in Gulf Shores. We have never... More

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IHGCare, Guest Relations Manager at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Gulf Shores, responded to this review
27 May 2013

Dear Gloridee, First of all, thank you very much for your recent stay at our hotel. I am so sorry to see you did not enjoy your overall experience with us. We’d like to obtain some additional detail regarding your experience so we have sent you a private message. I look forward to hearing from you and being of further... More

Atlanta, Georgia
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Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

Very friendly customer service, the room were very clean and the location was great, just 1.4 miles from the public beaches. Excellent selection of items in the breakfast menu( hot continental menu). Thanks

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Ft. Benning GA
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11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

We came to the Gulf Shores on a whim, having never been to the area before. The hotel is a little difficult to find, but I actually enjoyed the seclusion behind the bank off of the main strip. The gentleman that checked us in (I think his name was Mark- bearded gentleman) was pleasant, fast and very friendly. He definitely... More

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Robert M, Guest Relations Manager at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Gulf Shores, responded to this review
10 April 2013

Thank you for the great feedback! Next time you plan on coming to the area feel free to call and I will make your reservations personally! Thanks again! More

Madisonville, Kentucky, United States
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013

We were greeted by friendly staff, who promptly checked us in. The elevators were quiet and very smooth, which is a big plus for someone, like me, who hates them. The rooms were clean, and smelled great. They were spacious enough, and had a refrigerator and microwave in there, which came in handy. The bath had hot water, only down... More

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Carrollton, Alabama
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8 reviews 8 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2013

We arrived and did not have reservations. Jenny was very pleasant while finding us a room. The hotel was clean and the room was excellent. We really enjoyed our stay!! Housekeeping was also helpful. This hotel was very close to the beach and other attractions. I would stay again!!

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Also Known As:
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Holiday Inn Express Gulf Shores Hotel
Address: 160 West Commerce Avenue, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
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Region: United States > Alabama > Gulf Shores
Amenities:
Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Restaurant Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#5 Family Hotels in Gulf Shores
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:2.5 star (2.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Your search for Gulf Shores best lodging value ends here! The sugar white sands of Gulf Shores is only moments away from the areas newest hotel, The Holiday Inn Express & Suites of Gulf Shores, AL. Our promise to you is a great room with great service and incomparable value. Whether you are traveling on business or pleasure, the Holiday Inn Express and Suites of Gulf Shores is sure to have a room or suite to meet your needs. Let us be your host to a great getaway! Our property is conveniently located in the heart of all the main attractions and world renowned restaurants that make Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, the premier vacation destination in southern Alabama: Waterville USA, Alligator Alley, Tanger Outlet Center, The Track, Adventure Island, Lambert's Cafe, The Hangout, Adventure Island and the Gulf Coast Zoo just to name a few! If you decide to take a break from the beach, we invite you to take advantage numerous championship golf courses and outstanding charter fishing opportunities. Travelers are encouraged to spend some time at the areas best shopping complex, Tanger Outlet Mall. The kids are sure to enjoy Waterville Waterpark and the go-karts at the Track Recreational Center. Companies like BF Goodrich and Vulcan Materials Company anchor a vibrant business community. Great Gulf Shores shopping, restaurants and entertainment reside only a few footsteps from our front door. We welcome you to experience all that the great coastal community of Gulf Shores, Alabama has to offer. Stay Smart at the Holiday Inn Express and Suites of Gulf Shores. ... more   less 
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