Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Located close to Moody Gardens and Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark, Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center provides an adjacent golf course, a marina and a swim-up bar. Tee up with amenities, such as a driving range, golf lessons and a golf clubhouse, at this resort. Indulge in a body scrub, hydrotherapy and a hot stone massage at The Spa at Moody Gardens, the on-site spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 4 on-site restaurants. Yoga classes are offered at the 24-hour gym; other things to do include ziplining. In addition to a poolside bar and a terrace, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
The current price is AU$231
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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  • City view
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
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  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
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About the area

Located near the beach, Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center is in Near West End neighbourhood and is connected to the convention centre. Port of Galveston and Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Galveston Island Beaches and Palm Beach. Travelling with kids? Don't miss Moody Gardens and Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, parasailing and sailing adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Galveston travel guide
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7 Hope Blvd, Galveston, TX, 77554

What's nearby

  • A nighttime view of a waterfront with illuminated structures and a foggy atmosphere.
    Moody Gardens
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A water park with multiple slides and a large building in the background.
    Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A pier with amusement rides and a Ferris wheel at sunset.
    Seawall Beach
    4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Palm Beach at Moody Gardens
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Lone Star Fire Museum
    12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field)
    42 min drive

Restaurants

  • Whataburger
    3 min drive
  • McDonald's
    4 min drive
  • Sonic Drive-In
    4 min drive
  • Starbucks
    4 min drive
  • Waffle House
    4 min drive

About this property

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center

  • Upscale family-friendly resort near Moody Gardens
  • Located close to Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Galveston Island Beaches, Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center provides an adjacent golf course, a marina and a swim-up bar. Get out on the links at this resort and enjoy amenities such as a driving range, golf lessons and a golf clubhouse. Indulge in a body scrub, hydrotherapy and a hot stone massage at The Spa at Moody Gardens, the on-site spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 4 on-site restaurants. Yoga classes are offered at the 24-hour gym; other things to do include ziplining. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a poolside bar and a terrace.
  • Additional perks include:
    • An indoor pool and an outdoor pool, along with a lazy river, a waterslide and cabanas
    • Free self-parking, plus valet parking (surcharge) and extended parking (surcharge)
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), free bike hire and a cruise ship terminal shuttle
    • An electric car charging station, express check-out and a water park (surcharge)
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the family-friendly amenities, helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All 433 rooms include comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
    • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/bath combinations
    • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, recycling and fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 40 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Covered extended parking on site (USD 40 per day)
  • Limited on-site self and valet parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 21.95 to 23.95 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 4 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle storage
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Golf driving range
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Lazy river
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Playground
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Pro golf shop
  • Ropes course
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Splash pad
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas
  • Water park
  • Waterslide
  • Yoga classes
  • Ziplining

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Splash pad
  • Stroller
  • Water park (surcharge)
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 20 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Marina
  • On the bay
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open select days
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 9 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 100.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 100.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guest access to the Palm Beach attraction is not included with the cost of stay. Tickets are available for purchase at the Front Desk or Palm Beach.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 1 October to 30 April:
  • Water park

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 125, per accommodation (varies based on length of stay), plus a deposit of USD 125.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls and an off-lead area are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 21 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 20.00 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Business centre/computer access
  • Fitness centre access
  • Fitness/yoga classes
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool access
  • Hot tub access

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 21.95 to 23.95 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 40 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Covered extended parking fee: USD 40 per day
  • Pet deposit: USD 125.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 125 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 100.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 100.00 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Reservations are required for golf tee times, massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility or hot tub
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 16 years old are only allowed with adult supervision

Frequently asked questions

Does Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center?

As of 23 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center on 28 Sept 2026 start from AU$231, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 125.00 per stay and a fee of USD 125 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 100.00 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center?

Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for USD 100.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center located?

This family-friendly Galveston resort is located near the bay, within a 10-minute walk of Moody Gardens and Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark. Galveston Island Beaches and Galveston Seawall are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1512 out of 2214 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 375 out of 2214 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 180 out of 2214 reviews
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10/10 Excellent

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Very friendly staff - many stuff to do inside the resort and by the area - family friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place for family and friends
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, helpful staff, walking distance to popular attractions!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room nice people at front desk love the area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I really like staying at Moody Gardens. The rooms are clean and the beds are very comfortable.. I love the pool area for a great afternoon of swimming.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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All of the above clean comfortable room great staff prefect pool very family friendly we will be back for thanksgiving
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very family friendly and accommodating staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Customer service was great and rooms were super nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Our favorite hotel in galveston. Everything is perfect, clean. Easy to park, staff is always nice and respectful, spacious areas.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice place to stay and nice pool
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel and resort. The restaurants were great. Very huge and spacious. Spa was amazing. Has a cool arcade. Pool was gorgeous. I enjoyed staying at the hotel more than going out to do anything else.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, pool was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room very spacious and comfy bed. Pool area was very nice as well as the property inside and out.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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My experience at moody gardens was amazing. From the friendly staff to the amenities. I would definitely recommend this resort for anyone who’s planning to have a good time
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Pool and hot tub great, restaurant convenient and enjoyed meals . The staff super in the bar, at main desk , bell hopper . Super to be close to the pyramids . Extremely enjoyed Aquarium and rain forest
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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The staff was very helpful in all aspects of the stay. The food was very good. We would expect to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice Hotel & Spa in Texas Amazing amenities all over the place! Excellent food and affordable prices
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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My husband and I go to place every time we go to Galveston. Rooms are always in good condition. Staff always nice and helpful. This time around not a busy time so it was perfect. I like all the amenities. Enjoyed the walking trail.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent place to relax and enjoy family time
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Amazing trip per usual. Lots to do on property for families and children
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good area for entertainment
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The lobby smelled like fish which wasn’t pleasant but other than that it was a great place to stay! Unfortunately the water park wasn’t open while we were there. Definitely family friendly and the staff were great!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very helpful staff for older people
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast and convenience was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great friendly staff clean and the amenities were awesome family friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026