Welcome to Centennial Plaza Resort

Best family-friendly hotel in Gulfport, MS

There is simply no other hotel in Gulfport, MS, like Centennial Plaza Resort. Set on 48 beachside acres with sweeping oaks and beautifully restored Spanish Colonial buildings, it offers a coastal experience you won’t find anywhere else on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. 

Overhead drone shot of a person relaxing on a yellow tube in the turquoise blue lazy river at Centennial Plaza Resort

Easygoing Escapes

With two unique hotels on property, The Grand Centennial Hotel and Oasis Resort, guests can choose boutique charm or family-friendly fun in one unforgettable setting. This is where the city meets the sea in the best way. Kids can splash through the 3-acre water playground while adults enjoy frozen drinks at our swim-up bar. The nightly Dancing Fountain show brings everyone together before dinner at one of our casual on-site restaurants, including the all-new Hippie Fish with golf, games, and grub. 

With spacious rooms, Gulf views, and easy beach access, Centennial Plaza Resort is made for easygoing escapes and quality time. 

Overhead drone shot of a person relaxing on a yellow tube in the turquoise blue lazy river at Centennial Plaza Resort
Overhead drone shot of a person relaxing on a yellow tube in the turquoise blue lazy river at Centennial Plaza Resort

Easygoing Escapes

With two unique hotels on property, The Grand Centennial Hotel and Oasis Resort, guests can choose boutique charm or family-friendly fun in one unforgettable setting. This is where the city meets the sea in the best way. Kids can splash through the 3-acre water playground while adults enjoy frozen drinks at our swim-up bar. The nightly Dancing Fountain show brings everyone together before dinner at one of our casual on-site restaurants, including the all-new Hippie Fish with golf, games, and grub. 

With spacious rooms, Gulf views, and easy beach access, Centennial Plaza Resort is made for easygoing escapes and quality time. 

Experiences

Exactly Where you Want to Be

The fountain show starts at sunset, and families gather on benches to watch. Kids run between the splash pad and arcade while the smell of dinner drifts from Hippie Fish. Someone grabs a treat from the Sweet Shack. The day winds down, but no one’s in a hurry. At Centennial Plaza Resort, everything feels close, easy, and exactly where you want to be. 

Tranquil walking path with an arched wooden bridge over a reflecting pond framed by oak trees at Centennial Plaza Resort

Natural Beauty

Our Grounds
Neon-lit arcade room with crane machines, Pac-Man light art, and classic video games for families at Centennial Plaza Resort

Endless Fun

View the Fun
Underwater view of two happy young girls smiling while swimming in the bright, clear resort pool at Centennial Plaza Resort

Water Playground

View Our Park
A juicy grilled burger and golden French fries served on a plate in the Oasis Grill at Centennial Plaza Resort

Delicious Food

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Biloxi Lighthouse standing tall against blue sky with a resort building nestled among the trees near Centennial Plaza Resort

Explore

Explore Gulfport
Grand facade of the historical building entrance with an Oasis Grill sign, inviting guests into the Centennial Plaza Resort

Oasis Resort at Centennial Plaza

Grand facade of the historical building entrance with an Oasis Grill sign, inviting guests into the Centennial Plaza Resort

Stay

Two Unique Gulfport Hotels

Stay just steps from the beach in one of two unique Gulfport hotels at Centennial Plaza Resort. The Grand Centennial Hotel offers quiet boutique charm, while Oasis Resort brings the fun with family-friendly features and easy access to the splash pad. Both are set in restored Spanish Colonial buildings, blending history with comfort. Spacious rooms, modern touches, and a laid-back coastal setting make every stay feel like a reset.

Stay WIth Us
The grand white historic hotel main entrance building with large columns and a striped crosswalk at Centennial Plaza Resort

Grand Centennial Hotel

Stay

Two Unique Gulfport Hotels

Stay just steps from the beach in one of two unique Gulfport hotels at Centennial Plaza Resort. The Grand Centennial Hotel offers quiet boutique charm, while Oasis Resort brings the fun with family-friendly features and easy access to the splash pad. Both are set in restored Spanish Colonial buildings, blending history with comfort. Spacious rooms, modern touches, and a laid-back coastal setting make every stay feel like a reset.

Stay with Us
Indoor wedding ceremony with a bride walking down the aisle under flowing white draped fabric at Centennial Plaza Resort
Resort dining room with light stone columns, wood floors, and a long table set for a dinner at Centennial Plaza Resort
An outdoor wedding ceremony under a large oak tree with a white fabric arch, and a bridal party at Centennial Plaza Resort
Industrial-chic indoor event space set up for a wedding with ghost chairs and a dark wooden stage at Centennial Plaza Resort

Events

A Setting that Always Shines

Centennial Plaza Resort is home to some of the most unique event spaces on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Couples say "I do" beneath the oaks or host sunset receptions on the lawn. Our indoor venues are perfect for rehearsal dinners, mid-size receptions, and private celebrations. The resort has also welcomed outdoor concerts, community events, and seasonal festivals. With on-site dining, walkable accommodations, and a dedicated team, planning feels simple and the setting always shines. 

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