Hosting a Conference or Event in Gulfport

When you're planning a conference or corporate event in Gulfport, finding the right hotel with meeting space is half the battle. This page lists conference hotels in Gulfport you can book through Engine, ranked by event capability. At the top is Hilton Garden Inn Gulfport Airport, whose largest event space runs about 1,100 square feet and accommodates up to 110 people across 5 event spaces and 137 guest rooms, useful whether you're a planner coordinating the room block or an attendee booking your own stay.

Gulfport sits along the Gulf Coast and is home to the Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center, drawing corporate events, trade shows, and regional meetings year-round. The hotels on this list serve organizations of every size and industry, whether you're attending a conference, hosting a corporate event, or coordinating a large meeting. You can search, compare, and book guest rooms at these properties on Engine. For a stay of 9 or more rooms, Engine Groups handles the room-block booking; for 8 or fewer, you book self-serve. You can also find and request meeting and event space through Engine Spaces, Engine's venue product.

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Hilton Garden Inn Gulfport Airport

3-star hotel 4.5 Excellent (1001)

With 5 event spaces and a Ballroom running about 1144 square feet (up to 110 people), Hilton Garden Inn Gulfport Airport offers 137 rooms and flexible meeting options near the airport serving Gulfport.

  • Free parking avail.
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Holiday Inn Gulfport Airport by IHG

3-star hotel 4.4 Excellent (1239)

Holiday Inn Gulfport Airport by IHG features 3 event spaces, with Palms 2 as its largest at about 851 square feet, hosting up to 70 people across its 143 rooms.

  • Free parking avail.
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Hampton Inn & Suites Gulfport I-10

2-star hotel 4.7 Excellent (1009)

The Coastal Meeting Room at Hampton Inn & Suites Gulfport I-10 runs about 960 square feet and hosts up to 107 people, with 2 meeting spaces and 143 guest rooms.

  • Free breakfast avail.
  • Free parking avail.
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gulfport I-10

2-star hotel 4.7 Excellent (696)

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gulfport I-10 offers the Magnolia Room, its largest event space at about 1150 square feet, accommodating up to 165 people, with 97 rooms available.

  • Free breakfast avail.
  • Free parking avail.
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Residence Inn by Marriott Gulfport-Biloxi Airport

3-star hotel 4.6 Excellent (752)

Residence Inn by Marriott Gulfport-Biloxi Airport has 2 event spaces, the largest being Meeting Room A at about 506 square feet (up to 40 people), plus 108 suites.

  • Free breakfast avail.
  • Free parking avail.
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Holiday Inn Express Gulfport Beach by IHG

3-star hotel 4.6 Excellent (1014)

Holiday Inn Express Gulfport Beach by IHG offers the Cat Island event space at about 660 square feet, hosting up to 60 people, with 80 rooms near the coast.

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  • Free parking avail.
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Comfort Inn & Suites Crystal Inn Sportsplex

2-star hotel 3.2 Good (1764)

Comfort Inn & Suites Crystal Inn Sportsplex features a Meeting Room of about 2100 square feet that accommodates up to 145 people, with 108 guest rooms available.

  • Free breakfast avail.
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Quality Inn Gulfport I-10

2-star hotel 3.8 Great (1936)

Quality Inn Gulfport I-10 provides 2 event spaces including the Chandelier Islands Room at about 780 square feet, hosting up to 87 people, with 143 rooms.

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  • Free parking avail.
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Frequently asked questions

How do I book a block of hotel rooms for conference attendees in Gulfport?
For a stay of 9 or more guest rooms, Engine Groups handles the room-block booking. For 8 or fewer rooms, you can book self-serve by searching and comparing these hotels on Engine. Both options give you access to pre-negotiated rates and consolidated invoicing.
What should I compare when choosing a hotel for a large meeting in Gulfport?
Look at each hotel's largest event space and total number of meeting rooms. For example, the Hilton Garden Inn Gulfport Airport offers a largest event space of about 1,100 square feet (the Ballroom, holding up to 110 people) across 5 event spaces and 137 guest rooms, while the Hampton Inn & Suites Gulfport I-10 has a largest space of 960 square feet (the Coastal Meeting Room, up to 107 people) with 2 event spaces and 143 rooms. Amenities like AV, catering, and breakfast vary by property.
Are these hotels near the airport serving Gulfport?
Yes, several properties on this list are close to the airport serving Gulfport, making travel convenient for attendees flying in. The Hilton Garden Inn Gulfport Airport and Holiday Inn Gulfport Airport by IHG are both airport-adjacent, and the Hampton Inn & Suites Gulfport I-10 is nearby off the interstate.
How does billing work when I book multiple hotel rooms for a corporate event?
Engine offers consolidated invoicing, so you get one bill for your room block instead of managing individual charges. You have multiple payment options, and there's no membership fee to use the platform.
How far in advance should I book hotel rooms when planning a conference?
For larger events, it's best to book as soon as your dates and estimated headcount are set, often several months ahead to ensure room availability. For smaller gatherings, a few weeks' notice is usually sufficient. You can also find and request meeting and event space through Engine Spaces, Engine's venue product, to help source the right space for your event.

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