Gulfport Beach Hotels
Looking for a place to stay in Gulfport MS? Well in our opinion the closer you can stay to the beach the better. Below is a list of some quality hotels near the ocean in or around Gulfport. We have them listed by proximity to the beach with a couple of hotels we especially recommend. Just click on the links to check prices and availability. Here are some additional maps and pictures of Gulfport MS and the surrounding area as well.
Recommended Hotels
| Hotel | Miles From Beach | Rating | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holiday Inn BILOXI | 0 | Reservations | |
| Holiday Inn Express LONG BEACH MS | 0 | Reservations |
Other Hotels
| Hotel | Miles From Beach | Rating | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Courtyard by Marriott Gulfport Beachfront | 0 | Reservations | |
| Sterling Resorts – Sienna On The Coast | 0 | Reservations | |
About Gulfport MS
The Gulfport MS wiki shares this info about the city:
“Gulfport is the second largest city in Mississippi after the state capital Jackson. It is the larger of the two principal cities of the Gulfport-Biloxi, Mississippi Metropolitan Statistical Area, which is included in the Gulfport-Biloxi-Pascagoula, Mississippi Combined Statistical Area. As of the 2010 census, the city of Gulfport had a total population of 64,316. Gulfport is co-county seat with Biloxi of Harrison County, Mississippi. Gulfport is also the East Coast home to the US Navy Seabees.
On August 29, 2005, Gulfport was hit by the strong east side of Hurricane Katrina, and much of Gulfport was flooded or destroyed. Much of Gulfport was also severely damaged by Hurricane Camille on August 17, 1969.”
The Harrison County Tourism site adds this:
“Visit the Mississippi Gulf Coast, overlooking the sparkling Gulf of Mexico and 62 miles of scenic shoreline including the world’s longest man-made beach (26 miles) located in Harrison County. Visitors can enjoy our world-class golf courses, artistic and historical museums and after a day of fun, visitors can begin an exciting evening with dinner at a local seafood restaurant before heading off to enjoy 24-hour gaming at one of the coast’s casino resorts. Whether you are looking for a relaxing weekend getaway or an adventure-filled vacation, change your pace and visit the Mississippi Gulf Coast!”
The Gulfport City website gives us this brief history:
“On July 28, 1898, Gulfport was incorporated. In 1902, the harbor was completed, and the Port of Gulfport became a working seaport.
The Port of Gulfport has flourished over the years and today accounts for millions of dollars in annual sales and tax revenue for the state of Mississippi.
From its simple, humble beginnings as a lumber and port city, Gulfport has evolved into a diversified community. With about 6.7 miles of man-made white sandy beaches along the Gulf of Mexico, Gulfport is one of the fastest growing areas in the state, due in part to recent gaming activities. Home of the annual “Worlds Largest Fishing Rodeo,” Gulfport is a residential community that is blessed with a strong business center.
The downtown area provides a strong mercantile center. Along the beach are historic home sites with several motels scattered throughout to accommodate the golfing and water tourist that make up a large part of the economy.
In December 1993 the City annexed 33 square miles north of Gulfport making it the second largest city in Mississippi with a land area of 62.37 square miles and a population in excess of 70,000.”
Gulfport area businesses of note
