Pointe West Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Gulf of Mexico beach at Galveston, Texas near the San Luis Pass
Gulf of Mexico beach at Galveston, Texas near the San Luis Pass

Popular places to visit

Evening sun illuminates the Seawall at Galveston, Texas

Galveston Seawall

5/5(1 review)

You can learn about the local history of Galveston when you make a stop at a well-known site such as Galveston Seawall. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Galveston Seawall
Aerial panorama sunset over Port of Galveston Texas

Port of Galveston

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Galveston with a trip to Port of Galveston. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Port of Galveston
Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark

Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark

Enjoy a day twisting and turning on water slides or just relax in a pool with a swim-up bar at this popular water park.

Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark
View towards Moody gardens in Galveston, Texas

Moody Gardens

This impressive theme park in Galveston Bay features a zoo, an aquarium, museums and rides.

Moody Gardens
Panorama view calm waves with seagulls by shoreline, red umbrellas striped wooden chairs highlight nostalgic beach aesthetics, focus on intimate seating arrangements, sandy views, Galveston, TX

Galveston Island Beaches

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Galveston Island Beaches during your trip to Galveston?

Galveston Island Beaches
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier

Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier

4/5(2 reviews)

Ride the thrilling swings over the Gulf of Mexico and browse the shops and restaurants on this fun and scenic pier.

Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier

Activities

Galveston: Dolphin-Watching Cruise

Galveston: Dolphin-Watching Cruise

AU$40
per adult
Galveston: Dolphin-Watching Cruise
Baywatch Dolphin Tours: Dolphins Galveston’s Historic Harbor Tour

Baywatch Dolphin Tours – Pier 21 Galveston

AU$45
per adult
Baywatch Dolphin Tours – Pier 21 Galveston
Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour

Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour

AU$43
per adult
Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour
The Bryan Museum Admission

The Bryan Museum Admission

AU$21
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
The Bryan Museum Admission
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

AU$25
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion
Juneteenth and Beyond African American Van Tours

Juneteenth and Beyond African American Van Tours

AU$69
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Juneteenth and Beyond African American Van Tours
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Our pick of the best Pointe West Hotel Deals

Galveston Beach Hotel

Galveston Beach Hotel

2.5 out of 5
8710 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is AU$92 per night from 21 May to 22 May
AU$92
21 May - 22 May
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. ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,048 reviews)
Place was clean…

Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Galveston Beach Hotel
Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center

4 out of 5
7 Hope Blvd Galveston TX
The price is AU$269 per night from 25 May to 26 May
AU$269
25 May - 26 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Galveston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,088 reviews)
This place was not bad but it was not good.

Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
Holiday Inn Club Vacations Galveston Seaside Resort by IHG

Holiday Inn Club Vacations Galveston Seaside Resort by IHG

3 out of 5
19320 Termini-San Luis Pass Road Galveston TX
The price is AU$268 per night from 20 May to 21 May
AU$268
20 May - 21 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Galveston. Enjoy a fitness centre, a business centre and a snack bar/deli. Popular attractions Kahala Beach and Indian Beach are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (820 reviews)
Yes to All!

Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Holiday Inn Club Vacations Galveston Seaside Resort by IHG
Inn at The Waterpark

Inn at The Waterpark

2 out of 5
2525 Jones Dr Galveston TX
The price is AU$155 per night from 20 May to 21 May
AU$155
20 May - 21 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf motel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in their ...
Inn at The Waterpark
Updated! Sunrise-Ocean View, Top Fl, Prvt Beach Access, Pool, W&D, Parking

Updated! Sunrise-Ocean View, Top Fl, Prvt Beach Access, Pool, W&D, Parking

Galveston TX
Stay at this beach condo in Galveston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
10/10 Exceptional! (260 reviews)
We had such a good time celebrating Mother’s Day weekend! The pool, the beach, and the cleanliness of the condo was great. We all enjoyed our time . We will be back

Reviewed on 10 May 2026

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Updated! Sunrise-Ocean View, Top Fl, Prvt Beach Access, Pool, W&D, Parking
Best Western Plus Galveston Suites

Best Western Plus Galveston Suites

2.5 out of 5
8502 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is AU$176 per night from 4 June to 5 June
AU$176
4 June - 5 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, an outdoor pool and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,686 reviews)
Everything was excellent

Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Best Western Plus Galveston Suites
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Other neighbourhoods around Pointe West

Panorama aerial view of Seabrook city near Texas Gulf Coast and Clear Lake. Waterfront harbor town with pier. Wooden vacation house under construction. Real estate and beach travel background

Sea Isle

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

Sea Isle
The historic pier and seagulls on the beach in Galveston, Texas USA

Indian Beach

While visiting Indian Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Jamaica Beach and Indian Beach.

Indian Beach
Galveston Island historic Pleasure Pier on the Gulf of Mexico coast in Texas.

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.

Jamaica Beach
The Queen Anne style architecture of Bishops Palace on Galveston Island, Texas.

West End

While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like Jamaica Beach and Galveston Island State Park Beach.

West End
Stewart Beach, Galveston, Texas

Pirates Beach

If you're spending some time in Pirates Beach, Pirate's Beach and Pirates Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Pirates Beach
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Bermuda Beach

If you're spending some time in Bermuda Beach, Bermuda Beach and West Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Bermuda Beach

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