A recommended day trip from IP Casino Resort Spa
A recommended day trip from IP Casino Resort Spa: start with a morning coffee at Infusion Coffee Bar, stroll or take a short drive to Back Bay Park and nearby Biloxi attractions, return for a spa treatment at Senses Spa & Salon, have dinner at thirty-two or tien, then finish with evening entertainment or gaming back at the resort. The resort’s location on the Back Bay makes it easy to combine waterfront walks, local museums, and a relaxed on-site evening.
In this guide
Morning: quick start at IP and walk to Back Bay Park
Begin your day with coffee and a light snack at Infusion Coffee Bar, which is open 24 hours. It’s a convenient place to pick up espresso drinks before heading out.
Back Bay Park is about a 5-minute walk from the resort and offers waterfront views along the Back Bay of Biloxi—an easy, level walk for a short morning stroll.
- Infusion Coffee Bar: open 24/7 for espresso and snacks
- Walk to Back Bay Park: roughly 5 minutes on foot from the resort
- Bring a bottle of water; the resort’s resort fee includes in-room bottled water
| On-site Pickup | Notes |
|---|---|
| Infusion Coffee Bar | Open 24 hours; quick service |
| Grab-and-go from Bayview Café | Casual options later in the morning if needed |
| Pool deck (seasonal) | Closed mid-October to mid-March; guests-only access |
Late morning: nearby cultural stops
Drive or take a short taxi to the Ohr-O'Keefe Museum of Art (about a 10-minute drive) to see contemporary and local work and Frank Gehry-influenced architecture.
If you prefer historic sites, the Old Brick House and the Biloxi Lighthouse are both within a few miles of the resort and make easy quick stops before lunch.
- Ohr-O'Keefe Museum of Art: roughly a 10-minute drive
- Old Brick House: about 0.6–0.7 miles from the resort
- Biloxi Lighthouse: within about 2–3 miles depending on route
| Site | Approx. travel time from IP |
|---|---|
| Ohr-O'Keefe Museum of Art | ~10 minutes by car |
| Old Brick House | A few minutes by car or a short walk |
| Biloxi Lighthouse | ~10 minutes by car |
Lunch options near IP
Return to the resort for a casual lunch at Bayview Café or The Sportsbar by FanDuel if you want TV screens and bar-style fare. Both are on-site and convenient for recharging before afternoon activities.
If the pool is open for the season, Quench on the Pool Deck serves salads, sandwiches and frozen beverages to registered hotel guests—check the pool’s seasonal status before planning.
- Bayview Café: casual American, late-night options
- The Sportsbar by FanDuel: burgers, salads, and sports on big screens
- Quench (seasonal): poolside sandwiches and drinks; hotel guests only
| Restaurant | Best for |
|---|---|
| Bayview Café | Casual American lunch or late-night bites |
| The Sportsbar by FanDuel | Game-day viewing and bar food |
| Quench (Pool Deck) | Poolside light fare (seasonal; guests only) |
Afternoon: Senses Spa & Salon or Pool deck downtime
Reserve an afternoon appointment at Senses Spa & Salon (open daily 9:00 AM–6:00 PM) for signature treatments such as the Senses Massage or the Suka Scrub. Advance reservations are recommended and only guests with appointments are allowed in the spa & salon.
If the spa isn’t for you, use the seasonal outdoor pool (mid-March to mid-October) on the 11th floor of the parking garage; it has a beach-type entrance, a sundeck and rentable private cabanas. Pool access is for registered hotel guests only.
- Senses Spa & Salon: open 9:00 AM–6:00 PM; guests must be 18+ with ID for treatments
- Spa day-pass for wet area available ($50 Sun–Fri, $75 Sat) for guests 18+
- Pool is seasonal and reserved for registered hotel guests; hours vary by source
| Option | Notes |
|---|---|
| Senses Spa & Salon | Reservations recommended; 18+ for treatments |
| Pool Deck / Quench | Seasonal (mid-March to mid-October); guests-only |
| Fitness center | Open daily; age 18+ with photo ID required |
Evening: signature dinner and entertainment
For a special dinner, make reservations at thirty-two (the AAA Four Diamond steakhouse) or tien (the AAA Three Diamond Pan-Asian restaurant). Both require reservations and operate for dinner only on select days—check with concierge for current hours.
After dinner, return to the casino floor—open 24 hours—for gaming, or see who’s playing in Studio A or Chill Ultra Lounge for live music and nightlife.
- thirty-two: steakhouse and seafood, dinner service Wed–Thu & Sun 5–10 PM; Fri–Sat 5–11 PM (check current schedule)
- tien: Pan-Asian dinner service Wed–Sun (hours vary; reservations recommended)
- Chill Ultra Lounge: live music, beverage selections, light show
| Evening Plan | Why choose it |
|---|---|
| Dinner at thirty-two | Formal steak-and-seafood experience; water views |
| Dinner at tien | Pan-Asian tasting and sushi |
| Post-dinner entertainment | Casino floor, Studio A shows, or Chill Ultra Lounge |
Practical tips for the day trip
Check current hours and make reservations where recommended: thirty-two, tien and Senses Spa & Salon often require reservations or have limited dinner/service days.
Remember the resort’s policies: check-in begins at 4:00 PM (early check-in may be available for a fee), the minimum check-in age is 21, and casino/onsite casino restaurants are restricted to guests 21 and older.
- Front desk open 24 hours; resort phone (BookResorts agents): +1 (888) 605-1350
- Resort fee includes Wi‑Fi, self-parking, fitness and pool access, and business center use
- Pool and spa are seasonal or have age restrictions—confirm before you go
| Policy | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Check-in / Check-out | Check-in 4:00 PM; check-out 11:00 AM; early/late options may have fees |
| Resort fee | Covers Wi‑Fi, parking, fitness, pool access, in‑room water/coffee, business center |
| Age rules | Minimum check-in age 21; spa & fitness 18+ with ID; casino 21+ |
