Driftwood Travel Guide
Galveston
Popular places to visit
Galveston Seawall
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.
Port of Galveston
Explore the waterfront in Galveston with a trip to Port of Galveston. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark
Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark as part of your trip to Galveston. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
Moody Gardens
Take the family to visit the sea animals who live in Moody Gardens during your trip to Galveston. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.
Galveston Island Beaches
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Galveston Island Beaches during your trip to Galveston?
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
Bring your family to Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Galveston. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its lively festivals.
Top hotels in Driftwood
Beachfront Palms Resort an Ascend Collection Hotel
I love this. Hotel they have a great great breakfast the employees are just amazing thank you guys will stay again
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston Beach by IHG
The hotel page says there is "self-parking available". That would imply maybe there is an option of valet parking? Unless you go to the details page about parking you won't find out until arrival there there is no on site parking. There is limited on street parking due to limitations for local resident ...
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Galveston Beach Hotel
Place was clean…
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center
San Luis resort and spa-is one of my most favorite places to go and all the world. I go there once a year for sure sometimes twice.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hilton Galveston Island Resort
Swim up bar was by far the greatest thing. Hosts was great and atmosphere was fun!
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
TRU BY Hilton Galveston
We had a great stay. AC was a little off and kept getting warm then cold. We paid for an ocean view but it wasn’t a full ocean view. We were expecting a full view and not just a little corner facing the ocean.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Driftwood
Near West End
While visiting Near West End, you might make a stop by sights like Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Moody Gardens.
Midtown
While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Galveston Seawall and Seawall Beach.
Fort Crockett
While Fort Crockett may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Seawall Beach and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier.
Kempner Park
While visiting Kempner Park, you might make a stop by sights like Seawall Beach and McGuire-Dent Recreation Center.
Historic Downtown Galveston
While visiting Historic Downtown Galveston, you might make a stop by sights like Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Strand Theatre.
Strand Historic District
Strand Historic District is a destination visitors seek out for its pristine beaches, ample dining options and captivating waterfront views. You might also want to check out attractions like Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal or Strand Theatre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
