Near West End Travel Guide

Galveston

A coastal road with houses and a beach.
A castle-like entrance with a sign reading "SCHLITTERBAHN GALVESTON ISLAND".
A pirate ship-themed water slide with a netted entrance and a wooden ship design.
A sign for Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark.
A wooden sign with 'SCHLITTERBAHN' written on it, a stone wall, and two red flags on top of a conical structure.

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A nighttime view of a waterfront with illuminated structures and a foggy atmosphere.

Moody Gardens

8.8/10 (3,930 reviews)
More than just a theme park: an aquarium, zoo, museums and rides on beautiful Galveston Bay.
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Things to do

Galveston Naval Museum Admission Ticket

Galveston Naval Museum Admission Ticket

฿459
per adult
Galveston Naval Museum Admission Ticket
Galveston: Dolphin-Watching Cruise

Galveston: Dolphin-Watching Cruise

฿1,056
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Galveston: Dolphin-Watching Cruise
Beer Tasting Experience with 4 Beer Flight

Beer Tasting Experience with 4 Beer Flight

฿328
per adult
Beer Tasting Experience with 4 Beer Flight
The Bryan Museum Admission

The Bryan Museum Admission

฿492
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
The Bryan Museum Admission
Grand Galvez Ghost Tour Experience

Grand Galvez Tour Experience

฿1,443
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Grand Galvez Tour Experience
Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour

Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour

฿1,017
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour
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Top hotels in Near West End

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 ฿3,894 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿3,894
฿4,478 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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. ...
Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
Galveston Beach Hotel

Galveston Beach Hotel

2.5 out of 5
8710 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is ฿2,060 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
฿2,060
฿2,369 total
23 Sept - 24 Sept
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. ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,306 reviews)
"The view was beautiful, right across from the ocean, and the location was great. Unfortunately, the room was not as clean as I expected, and there was a noticeable mildew smell. This made the stay less comfortable. With better attention to cleanliness and addressing the mildew smell, the experience ..."

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026

Galveston Beach Hotel
Inn at The Waterpark

Inn at The Waterpark

2 out of 5
2525 Jones Dr Galveston TX
The price is ฿2,607 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
฿2,607
฿2,998 total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf motel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in their ...
Inn at The Waterpark
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston West-Seawall by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston West-Seawall by IHG

2.5 out of 5
8628 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is ฿2,469 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿2,469
฿2,839 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,057 reviews)
"Front staff was amazing! Very kind and welcoming. We would stay there again"

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston West-Seawall by IHG
Baymont by Wyndham Galveston

Baymont by Wyndham Galveston

2.5 out of 5
2826 63rd St Galveston TX
The price is ฿2,133 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿2,133
฿2,453 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,029 reviews)
"keys didn't work properly, had to go back and forth trying to get in our room. we have stayed in hotels for years and never had such a problem with keys. maybe you should check that entry."

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Galveston
Sleep Inn & Suites Galveston Island

Sleep Inn & Suites Galveston Island

2.5 out of 5
6628 Broadway Street Galveston TX
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
5.8/10 (1,003 reviews)
"Not a safe location. Poorly kept property. Parking lot was dirty. Breakfast consisted of mini-muffins and black coffee (old). Very disappointed that Expedia would even include this in their available listing. Booked this because it was close to shop channel. It wasn’t cheap, but man that walked in ..."

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

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Where to stay in Near West End

Find the best Near West End areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A waterfront with houses on stilts, calm water, and a sunset sky.
Photo by Jennie Dominicci
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West End

While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like Jamaica Beach and Galveston Island State Park Beach.

A sunset over the ocean with clouds reflecting on the water.

Jamaica Beach

Jamaica Beach is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Jamaica Beach and Galveston Island State Park Beach while you're in town.

A large, ornate building with a turret and a sign that reads 'Shop's Palace.'

Midtown

While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Galveston Seawall and Seawall Beach.

A coastal house with a wooden deck, a large white building with a dark roof, and a palm tree.

Sea Isle

While visiting Sea Isle, you might make a stop by sights like Sea Isle Beach and Terramar Beach.

A beach with people, palm trees, and a building in the background.

Pirates Beach

If you're spending some time in Pirates Beach, Pirate's Beach and Pirates Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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