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Hotel Vela

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An outdoor dining area with wicker chairs and tables, string lights, and umbrellas.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple hanging light fixtures, and a wine rack.
A modern bar area with a black counter, metal stools, and hanging wicker lamps.
A hotel entrance with a reception desk, potted plants, and a black mat.
A hotel with a modern facade, a prominent sign, and a well-lit entrance.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$257
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov

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1409 24th Avenue, Gulfport, MS, 39501
  • Place, Gulfport Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mississippi Aquarium
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of Gulfport
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Gulfport, MS (GPT-Gulfport - Biloxi Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern bedroom with a grey sofa, a bed with a black frame, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall with a leaf-pattern wallpaper.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Gulfport

Hotel Vela puts you in the heart of Gulfport, within a 20-minute stroll of popular places like Gulfport Beach and Island View Casino. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas and a lift. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this Gulfport hotel include Keesler Air Force Base and Beau Rivage Casino.

What's nearby

  • Harbor Square Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Gulfport Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mississippi Aquarium - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Port of Gulfport - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Island View Casino - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Gulfport Amtrak Station - 4 min walk
  • Gulfport, MS (GPT-Gulfport - Biloxi Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Island View Casino Resort - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Stage Bar - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Prime Cut - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Hotel Vela

There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Parking is available for a fee.

This Gulfport hotel is smoke free.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • Towels for the beach
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Hotel Vela offers 16 accommodations with minibars and a safe. 43-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Gulfport hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding, an iron/ironing board and change of towels can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 10 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Siren Social Club

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach towels

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar in shower (61 centimetre high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (175 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 35.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 10.00 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 35.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Vela?

Hotel Vela offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Vela?

As of 6 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Vela on 8 Nov 2026 start from NZ$257, 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 Hotel Vela?

Yep, Hotel Vela has an uncovered self car park for USD 10.00 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Vela?

Yep, Hotel Vela is a short 6-minute walk from Gulfport Beach.

Is there a spa on site at Hotel Vela?

No, there is no spa at this property. Bellissimo Spa & Salon is a short 15-minute walk away.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Vela?

No, Hotel Vela does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Vela?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Hotel Vela's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Vela?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Hotel Vela Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 282 out of 356 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 356 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 356 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 356 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 356 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Our stay was awesome, we will return
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place . Clean restaurant excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent hotel. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The front desk staff and the Bartenders were amazing!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We definitely enjoyed our stay, we had a great night sleep in a very comfortable bed. The ac kept us very cool and the extra amenities were the best! I highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Unique, clean, and great location. Can’t wait to stay here again when we visit Gulfport.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Nice boutique hotel. Helpful staff and clean rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A beautiful room, every detail covered. Comfy bed, beautiful decor, great shower and products, wonderful drink options. Friendly, accommodating staff with a furry sidekick. Very walkable area of town. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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My go to spot while in Gulfport!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, nice amenities in the room. It was a little noisy from the social club being right outside the room we stayed in, but not unbearable. King size bed was very comfortable, great sleep bottle nights we stayed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location. Great staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect place to stay. Staff was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing hotel!! From font end staff, to bar tenders to restaurant staff!! Top notch, will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place and great location. Would definitely recommend staying here while visiting Gulfport.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is not just a great option for Gulfport this is one of the best boutique hotels you can find anywhere. Big spacious climate controlled rooms and a restaurant that is a destination dining location for the entire Gulf Coast make this an amazing option.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Hotel is clean, well maintained, bed is comfortable, clean rooms, staff is excellent, drinks and food are excellent, will definitely be staying again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was great. Clean room, helpful and very friendly people at front desk. Room was very comfortable. All good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The entire vibe of this place is top notch. The room was clean and comfortable. The front desk workers were very friendly and helpful. The bar and restaurant were fantastic. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We came for just one night, super cute hotel. Very clean, spacious. We hope to visit the bar and restaurant next visit! Definitely recommend and in a great location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Within walking distance of most attractions. Train, Aquarium, and food.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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2nd time we have stayed here on our way through Gulfport. Really enjoy this hotel. Right in the middle of a bunch of great restaurants and walking distance to the beach and aquarium
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Love this hotel. Simple but comfortable and spacious. Siren Social Club is a gem!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel was simply charming! We absolutely loved the decor, friendly staff and clean spaces. We will definately stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful hotel and room. Staff was helpful and informative.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026