I will be heading to Gulfport, MS in less than 2 weeks with my husband because he is scheduled to have 5 months of training at the nearby Naval Construction Battalion Center. We were wondering where the nearest hotel was since we will need one for the initial 2 and a half weeks there. Any suggestions? Price does not matter although we prefer a place away from the hustle and bustle of the beach, preferably a hotel that is quiet and not busy for the most part. We live a pretty subdue lifestyle and would like to keep it that away. In addition, would it be hard to find an apartment there? Again, one that is near the battalion center. Please help as this is urgent! Thanks in advance!!
2006-10-05 17:19:25 · 1 answers · asked by Emi 3 in Local Businesses ➔ United States ➔ Other - US Local Businesses
You only have two choices. The interstate or the beach. There are two Gulfport interstate exits that have hotels. On the main thoroughfare which is Hwy 49 (Exit 34) and the Long Beach/Canal RD. exit which I think is exit 31. Exit 31 is less travelled than Hwy 49 and will take you right to the base which shouldn't be more than 5-10 miles. There aren't any 4 or 5 star hotels there but there is a large Crystal Inn, and an Econo Lodge.
I am not sure what if any of the beach hotels in Gulfport are up and running. There were only two before the storm. Several of the large casino hotels in Biloxi are operational but that would be 20 minutes away from the base.
I am not sure about the housing "close by" but there are several large complexs on the opposite side of Hwy 49 going toward Biloxi. Hope that helps.
2006-10-06 01:50:08 · answer #1 · answered by Sam B 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋