Getting around Biloxi while staying at IP Casino Resort Spa
IP Casino Resort Spa sits at 850 Bayview Ave on Biloxi’s Back Bay and offers free self-parking and valet, an on-site shuttle for a fee, and easy access to Gulfport‑Biloxi International Airport (about a 15–20 minute drive). For short trips, walking reaches Back Bay Park and Boomtown Casino; for farther sights rent a car, use rideshares/taxis, or take Amtrak/ Greyhound connections nearby.
In this guide
- Arriving and departing (airports and ground transfers)
- On-site parking, shuttle and front-desk services
- Getting around town: car, taxi, rideshare and public transit
- Walking and nearby attractions
- Pool, spa, fitness and age/access rules
- On-property dining and nightlife for quick trips
- Choosing a room type and getting to/from the casino floor
Arriving and departing (airports and ground transfers)
The nearest airport is Gulfport‑Biloxi International Airport (GPT); travel time to IP Casino Resort Spa is roughly 15–20 minutes by car. New Orleans (MSY) and Mobile (MOB) are farther alternatives.
If you don’t drive: taxis and rideshare services commonly operate between GPT and Biloxi. The resort lists an area shuttle service available to guests for an extra charge; check with the front desk for current schedules and booking.
- Nearest airport: Gulfport‑Biloxi International Airport (GPT) — about 15–20 minutes by car
- Alternative airports: New Orleans (MSY) and Mobile Regional (MOB)
- Resort area shuttle: available for a fee (contact property)
- Taxis / rideshares: typical option from GPT
| From | Typical travel option | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Gulfport‑Biloxi Intl (GPT) | Taxi / rideshare / rental car | About 15–20 minutes |
| New Orleans (MSY) | Rental car / regional transfer | About 75–90 minutes (no resort transfer stated) |
| Biloxi Amtrak Station | Short taxi or walk | Station is roughly 1 mile from the resort |
On-site parking, shuttle and front-desk services
IP Casino Resort Spa offers both free self-parking and free valet parking on-site, including wheelchair-accessible parking. A refundable deposit at check-in and other incidental policies are reported by third-party booking sites — confirm at the front desk.
The property maintains a 24-hour front desk and is listed as open 24 hours. If you need shuttle service, area transfers, or concierge-arranged transportation, contact the front desk or concierge after arrival.
- Free self-parking available
- Free valet parking available
- 24-hour front desk for transfers and concierge help
- Area shuttle available for an extra charge (ask front desk)
| Service | Availability / note |
|---|---|
| Self-parking | Free, on-site |
| Valet parking | Free, on-site |
| Area shuttle | Extra charge; contact front desk |
Getting around town: car, taxi, rideshare and public transit
Renting a car gives the most independence for Biloxi and nearby Gulf Coast destinations (Ship Island departures in Gulfport, Ocean Springs, New Orleans day trips). Free on-site parking makes driving convenient.
If you prefer not to drive, taxis and rideshares cover most local needs. Biloxi has Amtrak and Greyhound connections; the Biloxi Amtrak station is roughly a mile from the resort and Greyhound serves the Biloxi Transit Center on regional routes.
- Best for flexibility: rental car (free on-site parking)
- Quick trips: rideshare or taxi — available locally and from GPT
- Regional public transit: Amtrak (station ~1 mile) and Greyhound (limited schedules)
| Mode | Good for | Limitations |
|---|---|---|
| Rental car | Day trips and multiple stops | Need parking at some attractions |
| Rideshare / Taxi | Point-to-point travel (airport, casinos, restaurants) | Cost varies by distance and demand |
| Amtrak / Greyhound | Regional travel (e.g., New Orleans) | Schedules limited; station not on-site |
Walking and nearby attractions
IP Casino Resort Spa sits on Bayview Avenue with several nearby sights within walking distance. Back Bay Park is about a 5‑minute walk and Boomtown Casino is a short walk from the property.
Other popular local stops are a short drive away — Biloxi Beach, the Saenger Theatre, the Old Brick House, the Mardi Gras Museum and the Ohr‑O’Keefe Museum of Art. For ferries to Ship Island you’ll need to drive to Jones Park in Gulfport.
- Back Bay Park — ~5-minute walk
- Boomtown Casino — ~10-minute walk
- Saenger Theatre — about 1,300 ft from the resort
- Biloxi Beach and many museums — short drive
| Attraction | How to get there |
|---|---|
| Back Bay Park | 5-minute walk |
| Boomtown Casino | About 10-minute walk |
| Biloxi Beach | Short drive (few minutes) |
Pool, spa, fitness and age/access rules
The seasonal outdoor pool is on the 11th floor of the parking garage (open mid‑March through mid‑October, weather permitting) and is reserved for registered hotel guests only. Pool hours and adults‑only windows vary by source; some reporting lists adults-only hours in the evening — check the front desk for the property’s current schedule.
Senses Spa & Salon is open daily 9:00 AM–6:00 PM; spa guests must be at least 18 and show photo ID. The fitness center is open daily with reported hours ranging by page; guests must be 18 to use the fitness center and should follow the published dress code (no open-toe shoes).
- Pool: seasonal (mid‑March to mid‑October); hotel guests only; beach‑type entry, rentable cabanas and Quench poolside dining
- Spa (Senses Spa & Salon): open 9:00 AM–6:00 PM; guests 18+ with photo ID; reservations recommended
- Fitness center: state-of-the-art equipment with bay views; age and attire restrictions apply
| Facility | Access / age rules |
|---|---|
| Pool | Registered hotel guests only; adults-only hours reported by some sources |
| Senses Spa & Salon | Guests 18+ with photo ID; reservations recommended |
| Fitness center | Guests 18+; no open‑toe shoes; proper workout attire required |
On-property dining and nightlife for quick trips
If you need something close, the resort offers multiple on-site venues: thirty-two (steakhouse/seafood, dinner only, reservations recommended), tien (Pan‑Asian, dinner service Wed–Sun), Bayview Café (late-night American fare), The Sportsbar by FanDuel, Quench (seasonal poolside), Infusion Coffee Bar (open 24 hours), and Chill Ultra Lounge (nightlife).
Because hours vary by venue, ask the concierge or front desk for up-to-date opening times and to make reservations at thirty-two or tien if you plan a dinner there.
- Signature dinner spots: thirty-two (steakhouse) and tien (Pan‑Asian) — reservations recommended
- 24/7 option: Infusion Coffee Bar for espresso and snacks
- Nightlife: Chill Ultra Lounge and an on-site nightclub with live music
| Venue | Typical service |
|---|---|
| thirty-two | Steakhouse/Seafood — dinner only (reservations recommended) |
| tien | Pan‑Asian — dinner (Wed–Sun; hours vary) |
| Infusion Coffee Bar | Open 24 hours — espresso & snacks |
Choosing a room type and getting to/from the casino floor
Room choices include Deluxe Room, Premium Room, Deluxe Room, Smoking and Premium Room, Smoking — each offers options for 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds on the property’s renovated room lists. Many rooms overlook the Back Bay of Biloxi.
The casino floor and casino restaurants are restricted to guests 21 and over; elevators and corridors provide direct access from guest room floors to casino levels and public spaces. If you need accessible routes or assistance, the front desk can arrange help.
- Room names on file: Deluxe Room, Premium Room, Deluxe Room, Smoking, Premium Room, Smoking
- Guest access: casino and casino restaurants restricted to 21+
- If you need accessible rooms or features, confirm at booking or with the front desk
| Room type | Bed options (as listed) |
|---|---|
| Deluxe Room | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
| Premium Room | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
| Deluxe Room, Smoking / Premium Room, Smoking | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
