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Gulfway Motel & Restaurant

2.0 star property
This peaceful motel sits near Hooks Woods Bird Sanctuary, offering travelers a natural retreat from the everyday hustle without sacrificing comfort

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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.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is ฿1,761
฿1,867 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan

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Highlights

Air conditioning
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Premium bedding
Private bathroom
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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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  • Sleeps 2
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Air conditioning
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  • 209 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Comfort Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

7.0 out of 10
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(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • 209 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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8.6 out of 10
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Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
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Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

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

Located in High Island, Gulfway Motel & Restaurant is by the ocean. Hooks Woods Bird Sanctuary is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Eubank Woods Bird Sanctuary and Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary.
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1365 Highway 124, High Island, TX, 77623

What's nearby

  • Hooks Woods Bird Sanctuary - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • High Island Beach - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Crystal Beach - 8 min drive - 11.4 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 barbecues
  • Smoke-free property, 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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

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

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

Gulfway Motel Port Bolivar
Gulfway Motel
Gulfway Port Bolivar
Gulfway Motel Restaurant
Gulfway & Restaurant High
Gulfway Motel & Restaurant Motel
Gulfway Motel & Restaurant High Island
Gulfway Motel & Restaurant Motel High Island

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 18 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gulfway Motel & Restaurant on 19 Jan 2026 start from ฿1,761.17, excluding 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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Reviews

Gulfway Motel & Restaurant Reviews

7.6

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

8.2

Staff & service

6.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 321 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 107 out of 321 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 321 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 321 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 321 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ernest

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great staff, clise to beach
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms clean, A/C was perfect, people were very professional. I'll be back
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

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

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable family-run motel. We had a great stay, no complaints.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brandi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet. Also has swimming pool
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

xingning

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Restaurants in the motel, convenient
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Nice place to stay

Gulfway Motel & Restaurant was a very nice place to stay. The outside looked average of a motel that age. However, the room was clean. Lighting was great. The bed was really comfortable. All in all, we will stay there again on our next visit to High Island, Texas on the Bolivar Peninsula.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Proximity to Bird areas. Nice family run the place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well, its about the best place to stay on High Island, and the only food. Except on Mondays.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Very cozy and safe feeling place to visit.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The exterior could use some tidying up. The rooms are clean. Excellent customer service. The air conditioning kept the room cool day & night. We will stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Mixed review

Its an old hotel and the room was clean, however, you will need bug spray! Mosquitoes will make it impossible to enjoy the pool and roaches are out of control. Owner explained its due to the raining season? Also, air conditioning remote is in mandarin, so good luck getting that to work on your own..great location though, we left after 3 hours, hopefully I'll get my $50 deposit back
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Youmans

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I like the location and very friendly service.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

The staff is wonderful. The breakfast is great.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

linda

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

8/10 Good

Sandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly family owned motel. Clean, and close to two excellent birding sites.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Family owned motel, very nice friendly and helpful. I like the property is gated and secure at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This motel is always very clean. Big, soft towels. Comfortable bed. Small fridge & microwave are nice. Courteous owners. Clean property. I feel safe there.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Close to beach and wildlife refuges

This is really the only hotel/motel option near the wildlife refuges, which is what we were traveling to see. The owners and everyone we dealt with were super polite and friendly. Our room was very clean, the king size bed was comfortable, and the AC worked well. The exterior of the hotel near the office is a little junkie; mainly dusty, old items that could be hauled away, but they don’t interfere with anything. Parking was right outside our door. I was surprised to learn there was a modest breakfast included with our stay. The food was freshly prepared onsite, NOT rehydrated eggs. Upon check-in, we were told the gates around the property were closed at night, which made us feel more secure. I appreciated that the owners were thinking of their guests safety. If you are looking for a luxury resort, this isn’t the place for you. If you want clean accommodations at an affordable price in a convenient location, this is the place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are always friendly. Thats what matters
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spotlessly clean, friendly, helpful managers and very close to excellent birding hotspots. The restaurant food was good, Asian/American, but hours were variable. Earlier breakfast service would help birders.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I've visited the High Island Bird Sanctuary every year for the last five years. The rooms are clean and well maintained. Improvements are made every year. It is an ideal location to visit all the local birding scenes.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

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

Angela

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

Summer 2024

Small family owned motel. Every time I’m there, it is clean. No smell of pets or smoke. Friendly owners & housekeeping. I feel safe there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Rajiv

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