Top Hotels in Galveston Island
- 1. The San Luis Resort, Spa and Conference Center
- 2. Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
- 3. Holiday Inn Resort Galveston-on the Beach, an IHG Hotel
- 4. Best Western Plus Seawall Inn & Suites By The Beach
- 5. The Tremont House Hotel
- 6. Grand Galvez
- 7. Hampton Inn & Suites Galveston
- 8. Gaido's Seaside Inn
- 9. Homewood Suites by Hilton Galveston
- 10. Quality Inn & Suites Beachfront
The 10 best hotels in Galveston Island, United States
Discover the best hotels in Galveston Island, Texas including The San Luis Resort, Spa and Conference Center, Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center, Holiday Inn Resort Galveston-on the Beach, an IHG Hotel, Best Western Plus Seawall Inn & Suites By The Beach, The Tremont House Hotel, Grand Galvez, Hampton Inn & Suites Galveston, Gaido's Seaside Inn, Homewood Suites by Hilton Galveston, Quality Inn & Suites Beachfront.
Things to do in Galveston Island
1. The San Luis Resort, Spa and Conference Center
Overall Ratings
4 based on 3753 reviews
The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center is one of the Gulf Coast's finest beachfront properties offering a variety of luxury options. From Spa San Luis and the heated pool to its 40,000 sq. ft. IACC conference center and magnificent gulf views, it's an ideal destination for vacationers, business travel and corporate meetings. Our AAA Four Diamond rated resort offers the finest in award-winning dining, overnight accommodations and first-class personalized and professional service.
Underrated Destinations
Reviewed By cameroncusterPros -valet is very accommodating and quick -front desk is professional -hotel housekeeping is reliable and efficient -Spa and their staff are incredible - the massages and facials were excellent -every restaurant is spot on with great food and great service -close to delicious off site restaurants on Seawall BLVD Cons -pool staff is lax, the adult-only spaces are filled with kids and the pool staff walked thru the pavilions and said nothing and made the adults miserable with the kids running around -pool bar had one person behind the bar to serve customers, which slowed down service -great hotel, suite interior could use a facelift -bathrooms are small, no soaker tubs, -Note: you have to request your room be cleaned at no extra cost and they will clean it at the time you request -Do not rent a cabana, the large ones are $700 and the small ones are $600 with no amenities, no ice water, no fruit baskets, no cold towels, nothing other than a room with an ice box
2. Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2336 reviews
Moody Gardens Hotel Spa & Convention Center is an excellent choice for travelers visiting Galveston, offering a romantic environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay. You’ll enjoy relaxing rooms that offer a flat screen TV and air conditioning, and you can stay connected during your stay as Moody Garden Hotel offers guests free wifi. The motel features room service and a concierge. Plus, Moody Gardens Hotel Spa & Convention Center offers a pool and an on-site restaurant, providing a pleasant respite from your busy day. For guests with a vehicle, free parking is available. Close to some of Galveston's most popular landmarks, such as Galveston Fishing Pier (1.5 mi) and Galveston's 61st Street Fishing Pier (1.7 mi), Moody Gardens Hotel Hotel is a great destination for tourists. While in Galveston be sure to experience local ribs favorites at Rainforest Cafe, The Steakhouse, or Leon's World's Finest Barbeque. Galveston is also home to Galveston Naval Museum, a popular military museum that is not too far from Moody Garden Hotel Galveston. Enjoy your stay in Galveston!
CONCHOLOGISTS OF AMERICA CONVENTION
Reviewed By C5387KJlindapWhat a wonderful experience! All facets of the convention were wonderful, from food to the room accommodations to the meeting rooms. Staff was so helpful; from the hotel porters, the docents at the attractions, to the wait staff at The Cafe, where the ongoing joke about Sophia Loren was so much fun! This is a wonderful place for a convention or a family vacation. Thank you to everyone for making it so pleasant!
3. Holiday Inn Resort Galveston-on the Beach, an IHG Hotel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 2066 reviews
Holiday Inn Resort Galveston- On the Beach features 8 stories of Gulfview rooms on beautiful Galveston Island. We are located at the premier San Luis Resort in the heart of the Texas Gulf Coast! Most of our 178 rooms have private balconies that overlook the Gulf or our sparkling outdoor pool. The Jetty Restaurant located in our lobby area provides breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as, room service. The famous B Jiggers Lounge is also located in our lobby offering live entertainment on the weekends and Happy Hour specials. Our hotel is centrally located to many Galveston attractions. Bring your sun block for your trip to the beach or Schlitterbahn Water Park. Go for a wild ride on the Rainforest Cafe and Adventure Ride, or if shopping is more your style spend the day at the Historical Strand Shopping District. Stay before a cruise on Royal Caribbean or Carnival Cruise Lines, and park your car with us, we provide transportation to and from the cruise terminals. Whether you want to take a historic home tour at Bishop s Palace, Moody Mansion or Ashton Villa or catch a play at The Grand 1894 Opera House we are the place to stay. The Galveston Island Convention Center is only blocks away, as well as prominent universities, UTMB and Texas A & M University. Upcoming Special Events: Lone Star Motorcycle Rally, and Mardi Gras. Now come Explore Galveston!
They will make you feel special
Reviewed By tomtravlerWe Arrived early and the GM met us and said “no problem “ and checked us into our room. The room was nice with a view of the ocean, balcony and great air conditioning. All staff we met we great and pleasant. Lots of parking and easy to walk to the beach
4. Best Western Plus Seawall Inn & Suites By The Beach
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1002 reviews
At the Best Western Plus Seawall Inn & Suites By The Beach you're sure to find that little something extra. With our modern amenities and thoughtful design, the Best Western Plus Seawall Inn & Suites By The Beach will stand out among other hotels in Galveston,TX. For the business traveler, a spacious work desk and free internet access are included in all our guest rooms to ensure you don't miss a beat while you're away from the office. For extended stays, each room provides a convenient in-room mini fridge that is ideal for drinks and snacks. We also have an in-house fitness room, so you can keep up your workout routine while you're on the road. As always, the Best Western Plus Seawall Inn & Suites By The Beach will provide you with the superior customer service that you are used to at Best Western® Hotels & Resorts.
Very Clean and Friendly staff
Reviewed By StognermomWe stayed one night at this BW and it was great. It's walking distance to the beach and restaurants. Everything was very clean. The room had all we needed and breakfast was good. The pool area is really pretty. The Staff was very friendly and helpful. I would stay here again.
5. The Tremont House Hotel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3094 reviews
The Tremont House Hotel Galveston is situated in the heart of the Strand Historic District. The Tremont House Hotel Galveston is located near many attractions such as The Bishop's Palace and Texas Seaport Museum. Taxis and Uber offer travelers easy access to Galveston points of interest as well as to the airport. All rooms feature hardwood floors, 32" flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi. Choose from queen or king size beds. Our Galveston hotel provides dinning options that are fresh, distinctive and delicious. On-site is the Tremont Café, which features Starbucks® coffee, pastries, a pizza oven, gourmet sandwiches, salads, soups and desserts. The Café serves breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as provide items for room service. The Tremont House offers its 1888 Toujouse Bar and The Rooftop Bar. Guests will find ample shopping and dining near the Tremont House Hotel Galveston.
Quick Get Away
Reviewed By RandommomandwifeQuick get away allowed for us to have late night dinning, room service breakfast and noon checkout meant we could sleep in. Valet Parking. Close to the Strand for shopping. Made for the perfect 24 hours.
6. Grand Galvez
Overall Ratings
4 based on 5312 reviews
Hotel Galvez & Spa has pleased guests worldwide for more than 100 years. Our AAA 4-Diamond property is the only historic beachfront hotel on the Texas Gulf Coast and renowned as one of the finest Galveston hotels on the beach.
Amazing Hotel, maybe not for four year olds
Reviewed By LisatedjThis hotel is beautiful with interesting history. We really enjoyed our stay. However, the only door guests are allowed to use is a revolving door, and they kept telling us to go through one at a time so it didn't slow down. However, when my four year old went in by herself, she didn't want to exit. So, there were issues, and we are NOT the kind who let our kids run wild. One of the staff was quite upset: "WHOSE CHILD IS THIS?!" Seriously, let us use the regular door just beside it, and they wouldn't have a problem. Or don't get grumpy about us holding our daughter's hand and slowing it down, and not going one at a time. The rooms were nice, but SMALL. probably the smallest rooms I've ever had. And the shower is short. My 6 foot husband had trouble. It was fine for me, at 5'6". The ice machine worked great, but the cold water despenser on the ice machine wasn't working most of the time. There is a cross walk right outside the hotel, which is nice because the street is pretty busy. The Beach in front of the hotel was not as busy as other sections. From our photos you'd think we were the only ones there. The pool is nice. If you want adjoining rooms, call ahead, don't just put it in the comments and expect them to read it.
7. Hampton Inn & Suites Galveston
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1140 reviews
The Hampton Inn & Suites Galveston hotel is right by the Galveston Seawall, Moody Gardens, the beach, and historic sites. The hotel offers a free full hot breakfast every day, free high-speed internet and Wi-Fi, outdoor pool and whirlpool, fitness center, and meeting rooms.
Skeptical from the outside, but pleasantly surprised!
Reviewed By nebulon5Was skeptical at first, then pleasantly surprised. I stayed in a king bed “studio suite with oceanview.” Clean, comfortable, functional, good space. That being said, i’ll make a list of pros and cons PROS - really close beach access… 5 minute walk. - beds and pillows are really comfy - fridge, microwave, spacious bathroom, couch, wonderful balcony - HVAC system works amazingly well. Almost too well. CONS - when they say “Oceanview”, you actually get about 60% Walmart view, 20% ramshackle hotel next door, and 20% oceanview. That being said, it really didn’t affect my experience. - The breakfast was a bit… meh. Whatever the eggs were… they weren’t eggs. - There was some stickiness under the arms of the desk chair.. that was weird. - Wish the windows were cleaner. But i get the salt air must make that very difficult I travel for work and I can say most Hampton Inns aren’t this nice. So overall kudos, it was a great stay.
8. Gaido's Seaside Inn
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 510 reviews
Located right across from the beach and Gulf of Mexico our two story family owned hotel has attracted visitors from all walks of life. We have a knowledgeable and "Texas friendly" staff. Every one of them committed to pleasing you. Many of the island's attractions and dining are only a short distance away from our property. And we have over 100 High Definition channels including HBO and Cinemax.
Definitely recommend
Reviewed By No NWe ate the most beautiful fish dishes. Finished by the famous pecan pie! However our Gaidos experience was exceptional because of our server Christina, Who gave us very good recommendations of what to eat. She was very friendly and because of her we would definitely come back again. Christina is a credit to your business. We had a wonderful first experience and will come back again when we come back to Tx
9. Homewood Suites by Hilton Galveston
Overall Ratings
4 based on 678 reviews
See why so many travelers make Homewood Suites By Hilton Galveston their hotel of choice when visiting Galveston. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers a family-friendly setting with an array of amenities designed for travelers like you. The rooms offer a flat screen TV, a kitchenette, and air conditioning, and getting online is possible, as free wifi is available, allowing you to rest and refresh with ease. Homewood Suites By Hilton Galveston features a 24 hour front desk and baggage storage. In addition, as a valued Homewood Suites By Hilton Galveston guest, you can enjoy a pool and free breakfast that are available on-site. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to free parking. While staying at Homewood Suites By Hilton Galveston, visitors can check out Grand 1894 Opera House (1.4 mi) and The Strand (1.4 mi), some of Galveston's top attractions. While visiting Galveston, you may want to try some ribs at one of the nearby restaurants, such as Fish Tales, Saltgrass Steak House, or Queen's Barbecue. Looking to explore? Then look no further than Stewart Beach (0.1 mi), Bishop's Palace (1.0 mi), and 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA (0.4 mi), which are some popular Galveston attractions – all conveniently located within walking distance of the hotel. We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at Homewood Suites By Hilton Galveston as you experience all of the things Galveston has to offer.
Galveston
Reviewed By 397shannamWe came for just a little getaway because we love Galveston and it’s not far from home. This hotel is by far our favorite that we have stayed at on the island! It was right across from Stewart Beach and there’s not a lot of road traffic that you hear at night trying to sleep. The breakfast in the morning was delicious! From now on, this is where we will stay whenever we come to Galveston.
10. Quality Inn & Suites Beachfront
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1132 reviews
Welcome to the Award Winning Quality Inn & Suites™ Beachfront hotel Galveston, TX located on the Seawall, adjacent to miles of sandy beaches and offers beautiful views of the Gulf of Mexico from our guest room balconies. Newly Installed State of the Art Dual Band WiFi System with a fast 100/20 three ISP Broadband Connection. This hotel is a Tripadvisor Certificate of Excellence Award Winner 2014 - 2011 and is just minutes from the great area attractions, such as the new Pleasure Pier with its amusement rides, Moody Gardens, the historic Grand 1894 Opera House, Schlitterbahn Water Park, the Elissa sailing ship, the Strand National Historic Landmark District, 61st Fishing Pier, the Cruise Ship docks, and many restaurants overlooking the Gulf, recreational sailing, fishing and numerous amusement rides. The hotel is also located very close to the Galveston Convention Center. Full-service features and amenities include:• Free high-speed Internet access• Free deluxe continental breakfast• Free coffee in the lobby• Free local calls Guests are invited to take advantage of the exercise room, indoor heated pool. This Galveston, TX hotel offers business travelers access to fax services and competitive corporate rates.All spacious guest rooms have large private balconies with seating, coffee makers, hair dryers, safes, microwaves, mini refrigerators, desks, tables and chairs. Almost every room offers spectacular ocean views. Executive king suites also boast sofa sleepers. Coin-operated laundry facilities are located on the premises for guest convenience.Whether traveling for business or pleasure, the Quality Inn & Suites Beachfront hotel is the perfect place to stay when visiting the Galveston, Texas area. Our friendly staff looks forward to seeing you soon.
Don’t, JUST DON’T!
Reviewed By SamandtraceDON’T, JUST DON’T! We originally had adjoining rooms with a beach view. Woke up to a bed bug on the wall and one in the bed. The front desk did move us rooms however they we not adjoining and did not have a beach view, with a promise that the day manager would call me. Prior to moving rooms I had to pack up our personal belongings from each room into small clear trash bags (30) so that we could see if any of the bed bugs were in our clothes, shoes or towels. The manager did call, she stated it wasn’t a bed bug because when they “squished “ it there wasn’t any blood and that the best she could do is let us leave ( it was Saturday & no one else on the island had any rooms available) and not charge us or credit one our room $69.00 ….We did end up leaving/checking out and going home that evening. I just checked my bank account and see that I was charged $301.00 per room per night. I called the hotel, the desk clerk was familiar with our name and room problems, he transferred me to the day manager who literally just argued with me over the phone and “evidently” forgot that she said we could leave and not be charged & was not truthful regarding our conversation last Saturday morning. In the end I asked her if customer service was not the hotels priority, she never responded to my question she just continued to state facts about the hotels pricing. BE WARNED, this hotel is about money not customer service or hospitality. …By the way I verified the bug I took a picture of was in fact a bed bug.
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