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Crystal Palace Resort

2.0 star property
Travelers enjoy a pristine beach or relax by the palm-fringed pool at this Florida getaway, where a coffee station provides refreshment throughout the day.

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Crystal Palace Resort on Crystal Beach offers relaxation and activity. Enjoy an on-site grocery store, seasonal outdoor pool with free cabanas, and a lobby coffee and tea station. Water sports equipment is available for seaside adventures.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$217
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr

Room options

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Comfort Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Comfort Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Classic Double Room, 1 Bedroom

Classic Double Room, 1 Bedroom

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Poolside

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Poolside

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Partial Ocean View

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Partial Ocean View

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Partial Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Luxury Studio, 1 King Bed, Canal View

Luxury Studio, 1 King Bed, Canal View

Luxury Studio, 1 King Bed, Canal View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
  • Canal view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Single Room, Partial Ocean View

Family Single Room, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Port Bolivar, Crystal Palace Resort is near the airport and near the beach. Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal is worth exploring if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Moody Gardens and Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark. NASA Johnson Space Center is another place to visit that comes recommended. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Port Bolivar travel guide
Map
1600 Highway 87, Port Bolivar, TX, 77650

What's nearby

  • Aerial panorama coastal homes at Port Bolivar Beach Texas
    Crystal Beach
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • huge cruise liner stands off the coast of Vancouver Canada Place flag flying over the Pacific Ocean sails a beautiful view of the city on the water Canada 2023
    Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
    45 min drive - 30.4 km
  • Evening sun illuminates the Seawall at Galveston, Texas
    Galveston Seawall
    45 min drive - 31.9 km
  • View towards Moody gardens in Galveston, Texas
    Moody Gardens
    53 min drive - 38.5 km
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark
    Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark
    55 min drive - 39.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Camp Margaritaville RV Resort
    3 min drive
  • Nauti Beaver Hut
    10 min walk
  • Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp
    2 min drive
  • HardHeads Icehouse & Grill
    1 min drive
  • Stingaree Restaurant & Bar
    7 min drive

About this property

Crystal Palace Resort

Remodelled hotel, renovated in 2023 and located in Crystal Beach
Crystal Palace Resort provides a corner/local shop and more. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool, along with free cabanas and sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • A 24-hour front desk, coffee/tea in reception and charcoal grills
  • Outdoor furniture and water sports equipment
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 60 individually furnished rooms offer comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as separate sitting areas. Guests reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Memory foam beds and down duvets
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and baths or showers
  • 40-inch LED TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, balconies and separate sitting areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Pool toys
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1984
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - January 2023

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 30
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 30

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 18 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 50 per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 30 (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, debit card or cash deposit 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, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from 01 March to 30 September
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Property is also known as

Crystal Palace Resort Hotel
Crystal Palace Resort Port Bolivar
Crystal Palace Resort Hotel Port Bolivar

Frequently asked questions

Does Crystal Palace Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Crystal Palace Resort?

As of 13 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crystal Palace Resort on 5 Apr 2026 start from AU$217, 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 Crystal Palace Resort pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 18 kg per pet. There's a deposit of USD 50 per stay. A cleaning fee of USD 0 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Crystal Palace Resort?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Crystal Palace Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 30 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Crystal Palace Resort?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 30 (subject to availability).

Where is Crystal Palace Resort located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Crystal Beach hotel is in the historical district, 15.5 mi (24.9 km) from Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal, and within 25 mi (40 km) of Moody Gardens and Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark.

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Reviews

Crystal Palace Resort Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.4

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 299 out of 585 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 147 out of 585 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 585 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 585 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 585 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Clinton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were very clean and modern. Staff very friendly Nice pool and beach access Very modern rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly. Clean room. Very conveniently located to beach and to Ferry.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

friendly staff, Sam was helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was kind and room was super clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Staff & service
People at desk were very nice and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was clean, beds were comfortable, staff was friendly. We booked a room for two days, would definitely stay here again. It is an older establishment.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Donnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked it and definitely be back. Well lit. Clean. Quiet. Staff was very friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

LIZENA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room spotless, staff very friendly, everytime am going to galveston i stay here
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel for a quick weekend getaway! It was plain and simple nothing fancy but the bed was comfortable and major plus having a fan in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernest

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Amenities
Good place to stay. Quiet and convenient to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doreen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean; friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Management and staff were accommodating and property was nice, and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Destiny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was amazing and rooms were very cleaned!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My room was clean and updated. The AC was cold and the fan in the room provided excellent circulation. The room was also very spacious and the pool was well kept. The grounds were clean and the staff pleasant and helpful. For the price, it was an excellent value.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's an older property and has some cosmetic issues but it is clean and the rooms are large. The staff were very friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was our third time to stay in 4 weeks. We are so glad we discovered this hotel. Could use a couple of more towels in the room but otherwise its a pretty good place to stay for the beach. We always try to make time as well to go to the pool. The pool area is so awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

AMANDA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our 2nd time staying here. It's nice and peaceful. My kids love the pool and its a short distance to the beach
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff clean hotel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The prices are reasonable and the pool is really nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the staff and accommodations. The owners and staff were very hospitable. The pool was nice and clean. Beautiful beaches closeby.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kindra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent place for the price

3rd time we’ve stayed here, always enjoy it! Rooms are big & always very clean. The pool is amazing with a 9ft deep end!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was great! The staff was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

love Crystal Palace

Customer service, cleanliness and comfortability is ALWAYS 5 stars! love this place, we stay multiple times a year!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025