Historic Downtown Galveston

Galveston

A street at night with a brightly lit archway decorated with lights and flags.
A street with two historic red brick buildings with green awnings and large windows.
A statue of a man with birds on his shoulders, a ship in the background, and cranes near the water.
A large sailing ship docked at a harbor with buildings in the background.
A sign with directions to The Strand Historic District, including the Galveston Visitor Center, Railroad Museum, and Cruise Ship Terminal.

Stay near popular Historic Downtown Galveston attractions

A pier with a Ferris wheel and a lighthouse at sunset.

Port of Galveston

8.8/10 (3,297 reviews)
Explore the waterfront in Galveston with a trip to Port of Galveston. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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Things to do

Galveston Naval Museum Admission Ticket

Galveston Naval Museum Admission Ticket

€12
per adult
Galveston Naval Museum Admission Ticket
Next to the Cruise ship

Galveston Historical Harbor Cruise with Dolphins

€39
per adult
Galveston Historical Harbor Cruise with Dolphins
The Bryan Museum Admission

The Bryan Museum Admission

€13
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
The Bryan Museum Admission
Dramatic dining room at Moody Mansion

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

€22
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion
Self-Guided Galveston Ghost Audio Tour

Galveston Ghost Tour (Self-Guided Driving/Walking Audio Tour)

€4
per adult
Galveston Ghost Tour (Self-Guided Driving/Walking Audio Tour)
Beer Tasting Experience with 4 Beer Flight

Beer Tasting Experience with 4 Beer Flight

€9
per adult
Beer Tasting Experience with 4 Beer Flight
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Top hotels in Historic Downtown Galveston

Harbor House Hotel and Marina at Pier 21

Harbor House Hotel and Marina at Pier 21

3 out of 5
28 Pier 21 Galveston TX
The price is €149 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
€149
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,071 reviews)
"The room was clean and very big. The property needs to paint and do some upkeep. All doors to rooms beat up and paint was coming off everywhere. Great location"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Harbor House Hotel and Marina at Pier 21
The Tremont House, Galveston, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Tremont House, Galveston, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

3.5 out of 5
2300 Ship's Mechanic Row Galveston TX
The price is €166 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
€166
12 Nov - 13 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,007 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel with great friendly staff. Comfortable bed and great rooftop bar"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026

The Tremont House, Galveston, a Tribute Portfolio 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 €180 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
€180
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Galveston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,229 reviews)
"This is a "cash only" hotel according to the very rude girl working at the Starbucks. At first, I thought it was because it was six in the morning, and her cash drawer couldn't break a twenty. The second time she was equally as rude, and on the third time when I removed the 18% gratuity, I got an ..."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
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 €292 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
€292
28 Oct - 29 Oct
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,555 reviews)
"room for my out of town guest weren’t ready when they checked in at 4:pm. Guest did not get into their room until 6:30 pm. Staff said it was due to a high volume of check outs on Sunday 10/11/26. This was an inconvenience."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026

The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center
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 €67 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
€67
3 Nov - 4 Nov
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. ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,424 reviews)
"First our AC wasn't cooling our room. The wifi wasn't working to watch hardly any TV You had to go next door to swim.in indoor pool which it showed on web site as it was on site.. the restaurant it showed on website wasn't there either had to go across parking lot. The cleaning man came into our ..."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

Beachfront Palms Resort Galveston, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Galveston Beach Hotel

Galveston Beach Hotel

2.5 out of 5
8710 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
Fully refundable
The price is €56 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
€56
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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. ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,379 reviews)
"It was clean and the staff was helpful. The breakfast was above average. The facility could stand some paint, but a good place for the price."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026

Galveston Beach Hotel
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Where to stay in Historic Downtown Galveston

Find the best Historic Downtown Galveston 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
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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.

Historic Downtown Galveston

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