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
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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Popular places to visit

Things to do


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 ฿4,964 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
฿4,964
฿5,708 total
12 Mar - 13 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! (793 reviews)
It was all wonderful from the get go. I texted we would be getting in in the evening and both the owner and concierge texted me back with details and welcomed. Aaron met us when we got there and he did a show and tell of the property and its history. All of the staff was phenomenal, breakfast was ...

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

The Mansion on 17th
The George Manor

The George Manor

4 out of 5
1502 Market St Galveston TX
Stay at this business-friendly B&B in Galveston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (471 reviews)
Everything was amazing. Rich in history and Michael has such a story. He greeted us even when we was past the 7pm time. Breakfast was superb.

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

The George Manor
The 1890 Freeman House

The 1890 Freeman House

2 out of 5
1711 Postoffice St Galveston TX
The price is ฿5,451 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
฿5,451
฿6,268 total
9 Mar - 10 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! (268 reviews)
We loved the location and being able to sit on the porch in rocking chairs. Beautiful kitchen too!

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

The 1890 Freeman House
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 ฿3,412 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
฿3,412
฿3,923 total
23 Mar - 24 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,281 reviews)
Clean rooms and good location. Not thrilled I have to pay for parking when other hotels are free or closer to the location to watch your vehicle. I’m already paying out the ass to sleep.

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston Beach by IHG
Galveston Beach Hotel

Galveston Beach Hotel

2.5 out of 5
8710 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is ฿2,092 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
฿2,092
฿2,405 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
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. ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,914 reviews)
Walked in and left.

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Galveston Beach 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 ฿5,075 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
฿5,075
฿5,836 total
5 Apr - 6 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! (2,043 reviews)
Great stay! We had a blast spending 2 extra nights of our trip here after we got stranded in Galveston due to ice and snow shutting down the Dallas airport and we went to the aquarium and the rainforest pyramids. Our 8 year old loved them! The staff was wonderful and very helpful.

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
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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 Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier.

Fort Crockett


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