Pelican Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A large naval ship docked near a waterfront with palm trees and a building with a red roof.
Two brown pelicans on rocks by a body of water.
A naval ship with the number 244, docked near a fence and palm trees.

Stay near popular Pelican Island attractions

A pier with amusement rides, including a roller coaster and a Ferris wheel, extending into a turbulent sea.

Galveston Island Beaches

9.0/10 (1,471 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Galveston Island Beaches during your trip to Galveston?
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Activities

Galveston: Dolphin-Watching Cruise

Galveston: Dolphin-Watching Cruise

AU$46
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Galveston: Dolphin-Watching Cruise
Baywatch Dolphin Tours: Dolphins Galveston’s Historic Harbor Tour

Baywatch Dolphin Tours – Pier 21 Galveston

AU$50
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Baywatch Dolphin Tours – Pier 21 Galveston
Next to the Cruise ship

Galveston Historical Harbor Cruise with Dolphins

AU$63
per adult
Galveston Historical Harbor Cruise with Dolphins
Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour

Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour

AU$45
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour
Galveston Naval Museum Admission Ticket

Galveston Naval Museum Admission Ticket

AU$20
per adult
Galveston Naval Museum Admission Ticket
Beer Tasting Experience with 4 Beer Flight

Beer Tasting Experience with 4 Beer Flight

AU$14
per adult
Beer Tasting Experience with 4 Beer Flight
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Our pick of the best Pelican Island Hotel Deals

Beachfront Palms Resort Galveston, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Beachfront Palms Resort Galveston, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3 out of 5
5914 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is AU$109 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$109
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Beachfront Palms Resort Galveston, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Galveston Beach Hotel

Galveston Beach Hotel

2.5 out of 5
8710 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is AU$99 per night from 19 Nov to 20 Nov
AU$99
19 Nov - 20 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Galveston Beach Hotel
Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection

Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
2024 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is AU$283 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
AU$283
24 Nov - 25 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection
The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center

The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center

4 out of 5
5222 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is AU$450 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
AU$450
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Galveston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center
Baymont by Wyndham Galveston

Baymont by Wyndham Galveston

2.5 out of 5
2826 63rd St Galveston TX
The price is AU$108 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
AU$108
17 Nov - 18 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
Baymont by Wyndham Galveston
Wingate by Wyndham Galveston Beachfront at the Seawall

Wingate by Wyndham Galveston Beachfront at the Seawall

3 out of 5
1402 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is AU$83 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
AU$83
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
4.6/10 (2,043 reviews)
"The person at the counter was very nice. The hotel on the outside needs some work. The rooms look nice at first, beds slept well. The TV and blow dryer did not work at all. Electrical outlets were loose and coming out of the wall. The bathroom and outside of the hotel was dingy and needed cleaning ..."

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

Wingate by Wyndham Galveston Beachfront at the Seawall
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Our guide on where to stay in Pelican Island

Find the best Pelican Island areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A large, ornate building with a turret and a sign that reads 'Shop's Palace.'

West End

While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like Jamaica Beach and Sea Isle Beach.

A pier with a Ferris wheel and roller coaster, overlooking the ocean.

Near West End

While visiting Near West End, you might make a stop by sights like Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Moody Gardens.

A sunset over the ocean with clouds reflecting on the water.

Jamaica Beach

Jamaica Beach is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Jamaica Beach and Galveston Island State Park Beach while you're in town.

A resort pool with a waterfall, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
Photo by George Zimzores
Open Photo by George Zimzores

Midtown

While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Galveston Seawall and Seawall Beach.

A coastal house with a wooden deck, a large white building with a dark roof, and a palm tree.

Sea Isle

While visiting Sea Isle, you might make a stop by sights like Sea Isle Beach and Terramar Beach.

Pelican Island Travel Guide

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