East End Travel Guide

Galveston

The Bishop's Palace, also known as Gresham's Castle, is an ornate Victorian-style house, located on Broadway and 14th Street in the East End Historic District of Galveston, Texas. #Architecture
Beautiful vintage homes of the historical district in Galveston, Texas.; Shutterstock ID 248841316
An architectural treasure predating the the great Galveston hurricane of 1900.

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Top hotels in East End

The Mansion on 17th

The Mansion on 17th

3.5 out of 5
511 17th St Galveston TX
The price is 4.131.211 ₫ per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
4.131.211 ₫
4.750.893 ₫ total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (804 reviews)
Staff, happy hour, and breakfast! Great hidden gem.

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

The Mansion on 17th
The 1890 Freeman House

The 1890 Freeman House

2 out of 5
1711 Postoffice St Galveston TX
The price is 4.536.339 ₫ per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
4.536.339 ₫
5.216.790 ₫ total
24 Mar - 25 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Galveston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a local area shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (277 reviews)
Clean room. Cordial owner. Wonderful location

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

The 1890 Freeman House
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 3.777.995 ₫ per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
3.777.995 ₫
4.344.694 ₫ total
6 Apr - 7 Apr
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! (2,038 reviews)
Beautiful place with friendly staff and great amenities.

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston Beach by IHG

2.5 out of 5
3228 SEAWALL BOULEVARD Galveston TX
The price is 2.707.870 ₫ per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
2.707.870 ₫
3.114.051 ₫ total
30 Mar - 31 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,287 reviews)
It was less than a mile walk to Pleasure Pier. Room was nice and clean. Beds were super comfy. The Balcony was huge and really enjoyable.

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston Beach by IHG
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 8.649.410 ₫ per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
8.649.410 ₫
10.551.491 ₫ total
25 Mar - 26 Mar
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! (1,194 reviews)
Great hotel but when I booked online, and paid in full, the resort wanted to charge me an extra $70 for SELF parking and resort fees. Sorry, but self parking should be free, and ALL fees should have been included in my online booking. It's a bit deceitful when I pay $500 online to then be charged ...

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center
Hilton Galveston Island Resort

Hilton Galveston Island Resort

3.5 out of 5
5400 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is 3.623.551 ₫ per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
3.623.551 ₫
4.167.084 ₫ total
30 Mar - 31 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Galveston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,195 reviews)
All nice . Not complaining.

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

Hilton Galveston Island Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around East End

One of our favorite little weekend getaways is a quick 45 minute drive from Houston. The Hotel Galvez and Spa has been the grand hotel of the Galveston sea wall since 1911. Originally built to help Galveston tourism recover from the devastation of the great hurricane of 1900 that almost ended the life of this island city. Charming architecture, beautiful pool, great bars and amenities. Given its age and history it has more than a few ghost stories as well. The Hotel is a member of Historic Hotels of America, the official program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

San Jacinto

While visiting San Jacinto, you might make a stop by sights like Seawall Beach and The Bryan Museum.

San Jacinto
In front of the hotel.

Historic Downtown Galveston

While visiting Historic Downtown Galveston, you might make a stop by sights like Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Strand Theatre.

Historic Downtown Galveston
In front of the hotel.

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.

Strand Historic District
Morning light on historic church on Galveston Island, Texas.

Kempner Park

While visiting Kempner Park, you might make a stop by sights like Seawall Beach and McGuire-Dent Recreation Center.

Kempner Park
Devil Riders, Anisomorpha buprestoides, family Phasmatidae

East Beach

While East Beach may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Galveston Seawall and Stewart Beach.

East Beach
Lunch Vacation

This tranquil "spot" is 45 minutes from my office in bustling downtown Houston. When it gets too crazy... a little break along the shores of the Gulf of Mexico is a welcome treat. December and 72°, Christmas music and waves.

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 Fort Crockett.

Fort Crockett


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