Gulfway Motel & Restaurant

Beach motel with seasonal outdoor pool and 24-hour front desk

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November 2025

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December 2025

Gulfway Motel & Restaurant offers a tranquil base for nature lovers. Guests can explore the garden, enjoy bird watching, cool off in the seasonal pool, and use concierge services. The staff handles luggage storage, ensuring stress-free exploration of the area.

Good

Popular amenities

Pool
Pet-friendly
Housekeeping
24/7 front desk
Free WiFi

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

Room options

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Tonight

Nov 4 - Nov 5

Tomorrow

Nov 5 - Nov 6

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

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Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Private bathroom

Microwave

Cable channels

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Private bathroom

Microwave

Cable channels

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Comfort Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Private bathroom

Microwave

Cable channels

209 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Comfort Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

Good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Private bathroom

Microwave

Cable channels

209 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Comfort Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Private bathroom

Microwave

Cable channels

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Comfort Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Private bathroom

Microwave

Cable channels

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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About the area

1365 Highway 124, High Island, TX, 77623

What's nearby

Hooks Woods Bird Sanctuary - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
High Island Beach - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
Eubank Woods Bird Sanctuary - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
Gilchrist Beach - 7 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

‪Gulfway Grill - ‬1 min walk
‪Hartz Chicken Buffet - ‬5 min drive
‪Macho's - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Gulfway Motel & Restaurant

Motel near Hooks Woods Bird Sanctuary

Located close to Eubank Woods Bird Sanctuary and Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary, Gulfway Motel & Restaurant provides a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Other perks include:

A seasonal outdoor pool
Free self-parking
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and smoke-free property
Concierge services, a front desk safe and luggage storage
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff

Room features

All guest rooms at Gulfway Motel & Restaurant offer comforts, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.

Extra conveniences in all rooms include:

Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
Fridges, microwaves and heating

Similar properties

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

Free self parking on site

Food and drink

Weekend buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: USD 8.65 to 11.90 for adults and USD 8.65 to 11.90 for children

Things to do

Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
Garden
Picnic area

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Braille/raised signage
Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

1 floor
2 buildings
Built in 1985
Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Premium bedding
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided

Entertainment

32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

Microwave
Refrigerator

More

Air conditioning
Desk
Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per day

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs and cats only

2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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

Deposit: USD 50.0 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 8.65 to 11.90 for adults and USD 8.65 to 11.90 for children
Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per day
Service animals are exempt from fees
Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per day

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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; cash is not accepted

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

The seasonal pool will be open from May to September

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Gulfway Motel & Restaurant have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Gulfway Motel & Restaurant?

As of 4 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gulfway Motel & Restaurant on 5 Nov 2025 start from €51.44, 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 Gulfway Motel & Restaurant pet-friendly?

Yes, Gulfway Motel & Restaurant allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 10 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Gulfway Motel & Restaurant?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Gulfway Motel & Restaurant?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Gulfway Motel & Restaurant?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gulfway Motel & Restaurant located?

Situated in High Island, this beach motel is within a 15-minute walk of Hooks Woods Bird Sanctuary and Eubank Woods Bird Sanctuary. Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away.

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Gulfway Motel & Restaurant Reviews

7.6

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.6

Eco-friendliness

6.8

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Denise

21 Sept 2025

Liked: Amenities

We Loved our stay. Gina & all staff are Great. Thank You for such a Great stay- we can’t wait to stay again❣️

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

8 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Amenities

Very nice family runs this hotel, very pretty friendly.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

28 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I Like that its so close to the beach. Quiet area. Wish the rooms where updated .

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeffrey

6 Jun 2025

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

AC unit in the room is very loud. Small family run hotel which they are doing their best to run.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

linda

25 May 2025

Very lower income motel. Nice staff nice pool but room was outdated. Small icebox smelled of rotten food and there was junk laying all over outside. I would stay again in a pinch because I don’t need fancy

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnnie

14 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Amenities

Very cozy and safe feeling place to visit.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Wyatt

6 Jul 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

The AC barely worked, and it was a window unit in the far back of the room the soap and the shampoo are the same. The bed is hard as a rock. The staff don’t even speak English. They tried to add on extra fees and then lied. I would never recommend this place to anybody

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ashanti

27 Apr 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Get the crawfish out the sink

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

GREGORY

11 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Clean rooms comfortable beds.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terry

29 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent, the staff was great as always

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Maria

28 Mar 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

The toilet leaked sewer water on the bathroom floor.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

17 Jan 2024

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

Great

Updates were great. Staff was amazing. Really sweet folks. Very nostalgic, we loved it!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

11 Mar 2024

Nice

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Rajiv

19 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Amenities

From the outside the motel looks old. The wonderful family that owns this has kept the rooms incredibly clean. sk them for the special Italian coffee in the morning. Great place to access the nearby birding spots early in the morning.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Kathleen

12 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Reasonable rates; not fancy but clean and comfortable. Really appreciated the refrigerator and microwave. Pets allowed for a minimal fee and there's a nice fenced in green space for walking them. Just wish there was a coffee station; we had to drive 20 miles for a cup of morning coffee!

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Quintin

21 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

conveniant

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia

1 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Comfortable bed.Soft towels. Great A/C.Nice Owners. Close to beach and Bird Sanctuary. Good food at the motel restaurant. No coffee in room( I brought my own pot). Free breakfast on Saturday and Sunday. Bacon,eggs and hash brown. Overall,, enjoyed ourcstsy

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy

4 Dec 2023

The owners were extremely friendly. They are working on updating the property. It’s an older motel and needs some work, but it was clean and the customer service was top notch. Very close to the beach! Can’t comment on the pool since we didn’t use it. Quiet property and the area around the motel is also quiet. Felt safe to be there and walk around. Would highly recommend this motel for the proximity to the beach and the friendly owners.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Catherine M

15 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

We had a pleasant stay at this classic motel. The staff were friendly and helpful. Although the exterior could use some tidying, the room was clean and attractive and comfortable. On a hot day one might want to call an hour before arrival to see if they can turn the AC & fridge on/up, but both got cold soon enough - and I admire the energy conservation of not running everything while a room is empty. The restaurant was a pleasant surprise, as the menu had both American and Asian sections. We opted for a Japanese dinner - tempura and sushi - all delicious, and the shrimp tempura was exceptional - fresh gulf shrimp is such a treat! We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Cesar

6 Aug 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

They didn't return my deposit

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

I

2 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

CLEAN updated rooms with comfortable beds, lots of updated electrical/USB outlets, and new linens/towels. Our room lacked a bath mat and the AC unit was loud. This is a nonsmoking property. Love the small fridges that have a separate freezer — no food in the fridge got frozen and our blue ice froze solid. Each room has a microwave. BIRDERS — this is THE place to stay for an early start at High Island hot spots. In spring 2023, barn swallows nested near the entrance to the lobby — very cool.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

Jamie

1 Jan 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Aged and dirty, no coffee in the rooms and the restaurant is closed. Heater didn’t work in the room. Outlets only work when the light is on. No ice machine. Mangers fighting in foreign language during check in. This whole stay was a train wreck.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Margaret

1 Apr 2024

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This is a tough review to write, because I WILL almost certainly stay at the Gulfway again. But I am being candid here so others will have a clear picture. The Gulfway is *not* a great experience. The walls and the towels are paper-thin, the windows only semi-functioning and there are zero amenities. I stayed Weds-Sun and while Weds-Thurs nights were pretty quiet, Fri-Sat saw a full-on tailgating party in the parking lot, complete with open fire BBQs and boom boxes. My response was to close the windows and run the A/C for white noise, which worked fine but might not be everyone's cup of tea. The plug-in air freshner in my room was beyond overpowering - like, nauseatingly strong. I imagine this was to smother some lingering odor that was somehow even worse than the air freshner. HOWEVER, I will say that if you have a very high tolerance for budget travel - and I mean youth-hostel-in-China-in-the-90s high tolerance - then the Gulfway is hands-down the absolute best location/value for birding in and around High Island. Walking distance to Smith Oaks, Eubanks, Boy Scout Woods and several other mini-preserves. 10 minutes to Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge. The property manager, Jean, is fantastic and super helpful on every level - I genuinely liked the people who run this place and I wish they had more help and resources to upgrade it. So don't pass over the Gulfway if you have a high tolerance for low budget travel. Just go in open-eyed and don't be surprised.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024