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Hotel Vela
Beau Rivage Resort & Casino
WHISKEY NEAT
If you’re looking for a neat getaway, Hotel Whiskey might just be the Coast spot for you, and you’ll even have your pick of more than one location. Hotel Whiskey Pascagoula is strategically located in the heart of downtown and offers guests the convenience of walking to local bars, shops, and restaurants. The boutique hotel perfectly blends modern amenities and Coastal cozy, making it an ideal choice for visitors. And if you need a quick lunch or dinner or just get the munchies, check out the woman-owned Uncle Joe’s Pizza & Wings on the ground floor. For those seeking a more secluded boutique getaway, Hotel Whiskey Pass Christian is a venue near the Pass Christian Harbor. The on-property restaurant Whiskey Prime offers a wealth of high-end spirits alongside hearty American fare. And coming soon, Hotel Whiskey Long Beach is underway and set to open in January 2026.
A SEDUCTIVE BOUTIQUE BEAUTY
If you’re searching for a venue rooted in a 1920s era of jazz and secret speakeasies, this quaint and cozy boutique hotel in one of Gulfport’s most historic buildings is the place for you. The Hotel Vela features rooms with a simplistic, historical feel that is elegantly decorated, while the downstairs offers the Siren Social Club with jazzy vibes and refined European cuisine with an open kitchen concept.
ELVIS IS IN THE BUILDING
Visitors to the Gulf Hills Hotel & Resort can expect to see mementos of Elvis Presley and the property’s history everywhere they turn as they enjoy a luxurious getaway at the new and improved Ocean Springs venue. Originally opened in 1927, A-list actors and musicians such as Elvis, Marilyn Monroe, Judy Garland, and even mobster Al Capone were famous guests when the hotel was known as the Dude Ranch. And since it was once considered Capone’s hideout and Elvis’ favorite place to tickle the ivory keys, the owner, Roxy Condrey, made sure to preserve all the stories and history.
HIDDEN IN PLAIN SIGHT
Feel right at home with the unique style and personalized customer service at the Inn of Ocean Springs. Tucked quietly among the gentle canopied live oaks of Downtown Ocean Springs, this in-demand little bed and breakfast is hidden right in plain sight. The two luxurious suites are within walking distance of shops, restaurants, museums, and even the beach. It’s truly the perfect place to stay while exploring this one-of-a-kind Coastal town known as the City of Discovery. Complete with a Southern-style porch, private back patio, and complimentary coffee and waffles from the onsite coffee shop, you might just lose your way home. Under the same ownership umbrella are two additional bed-and-breakfast venues. The Hemingway is a boutique bed and breakfast with four stylish rooms carved into a historic bank building that was once the bustling center of downtown. The Robinson House Cottage is a charming bed and breakfast venue also in the heart of downtown and offers a blend of comfort and local culture. Both cottage-style rooms reflect the artistic spirit of renowned nature painter Walter Anderson.
So when planning your visit to the Coastal Mississippi, make sure your travels include resting your head somewhere charming and memorable. And, you might just turn a visit into forever.
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