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Galveston Beach Hotel
"Nice hotel, a bit older but I love the balcony, it’s very close to the beach and the beds are comfortable."
Hilton Galveston Island Resort
"The bathroom tub stopped up and toilet stopped up but overall a great stay"
The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center
"Una nueva experiencia. Todo vonito.limpio y buena atención"
Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection
"Excellent"
Hyatt Select Galveston - Beachfront
"Lala was very helpful during our stay."
Gaido's Seaside Inn
"Great ocean view. Friendly and helpful staff."
The Mariner
"The room was great. View was better then expected. Beds were clean and comfortable. The staff was great and allowed us to check in early at 2pm. We will stay there again for sure."
Holiday Inn Resort: Galveston-On The Beach by IHG
"Excellent Staff welcoming Ocean view"
Seabreeze Hotel, An Ascend Collection Hotel
"Very beautiful hotel! Very clean and comfortable. Staff is friendly and helpful. Breakfast was very good with assorted hot choices and cereal and waffles."
Find out more about Galveston
Accommodation in Galveston
Galveston is a family-friendly neighbourhood that's popular for its restaurants. The neighbourhood's friendly people and natural features are just a couple of its charming qualities. Many visitors come to bask in its beautiful outdoor settings, namely the sea, beaches, and gardens. A stay at one of the hotels in Galveston makes it easy to venture out into the larger area.
Sightseeing around Galveston
The local museums will impress, as will other attractions. Lone Star Flight Museum, Lone Star Fire Museum, and Galveston Arts Center feature captivating exhibits. Attractions like Galveston Island Railroad Museum, Strand Theatre, and Galveston History Museum highlight the local culture. Fort Crockett, Samuel May Williams House, and Moody Mansion Museum are some of the notable landmarks. Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark, Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier, and Bay Area Raceway are family favourites.
Popular activities in the area include shopping, fishing, and hunting. Dip your toes in the water and soak up the sun at Porretto Beach, Stewart Beach Park, and East Beach. Local parks like Moody Gardens, Galveston Island State Park, and Seawolf Park are peaceful spots. Plan to do some shopping while in town? Consider Outlet Shops at La Marque, Mall of the Mainland, and Tanger Outlets. If you have some more time, pay a visit to Galveston Island Municipal Golf Course, Moody Gardens Golf Course, or Magic Carpet Golf.
Some of the area's most popular sights are Texas Seaport Museum, Grand 1894 Opera House, and Bishop's Palace. Galveston Go Kart and Fun Center, Galveston Fishing Pier, and Galveston Country Club are other top spots to see.
Getting around Galveston
Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) is the closest major airport, 46.6 km (29 miles) from Galveston. You can also fly in and out of Houston, TX (HOU-William P. Hobby), which is located 57.1 km (35.5 miles) away.