Old Central Travel Guide

Galveston

A coastal cityscape at sunset with tall buildings and a beach in the foreground.
A beach with rocky shores, a pier, amusement park rides, and a Ferris wheel.
A beach with a lifeguard tower, sandy shore, and ocean waves.
A beach with waves and a clear sky.
A sailing ship with multiple masts and sails, carrying passengers, and flying the American flag.

Stay near popular Old Central attractions

Moody Mansion Museum

9.4/10 (11 reviews)
Find out about the history of Galveston with a stop at Moody Mansion Museum. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
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Things to do

Galveston Naval Museum Admission Ticket

Galveston Naval Museum Admission Ticket

฿469
per adult
Galveston Naval Museum Admission Ticket
Beer Tasting Experience with 4 Beer Flight

Beer Tasting Experience with 4 Beer Flight

฿335
per adult
Beer Tasting Experience with 4 Beer Flight
The Bryan Museum Admission

The Bryan Museum Admission

฿502
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
The Bryan Museum Admission
Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour

Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour

฿1,038
per adult
Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

฿837
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion
Galveston Self-Guided Audio Ghost Tour

Galveston Ghost Tour

฿268
per adult
Galveston Ghost Tour
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Top hotels in Old Central

Beachfront Palms Resort Galveston, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Beachfront Palms Resort Galveston, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3 out of 5
5914 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is ฿2,809 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
฿2,809
฿3,230 total
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Beachfront Palms Resort Galveston, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection

Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
2024 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is ฿6,876 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿6,876
฿7,907 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,229 reviews)
"Really in love!! Must try, best experience"

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2026

Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection
Galveston Beach Hotel

Galveston Beach Hotel

2.5 out of 5
8710 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
Fully refundable
The price is ฿1,897 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿1,897
฿2,182 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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! (3,208 reviews)
"Staff were horrible. Couldn’t stay off their phones. We were locked out of our room twice. Wasn’t a concern of the staff at ALL! They didn’t even apologize for the inconvenience while I had to leave my niece and 2 granddaughters on the 3rd floor to get that fixed for the SECOND time! The hotel should ..."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2026

Galveston Beach Hotel
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 ฿11,983 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿11,983
฿14,740 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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! (1,393 reviews)
"We recently stayed at the San Luis Resort in Galveston and overall had a great time. The resort is beautiful, clean, and the amenities made for a relaxing vacation. The pool area, restaurants, and overall atmosphere were wonderful, and we genuinely enjoyed our stay. The only downside was an experience ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center
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 ฿4,650 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿4,650
฿5,347 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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! (2,121 reviews)
"Nice Hotel & Spa in Texas Amazing amenities all over the place! Excellent food and affordable prices"

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2026

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
Hyatt Select Galveston - Beachfront

Hyatt Select Galveston - Beachfront

2.5 out of 5
5924 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is ฿3,789 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
฿3,789
฿4,357 total
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Hyatt Select Galveston - Beachfront
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Where to stay in Old Central

Find the best Old Central areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A waterfront with houses on stilts, calm water, and a sunset sky.
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West End

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

A coastal road with houses and a beach.

Near West End

While visiting Near West End, you might make a stop by sights like Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Moody Gardens.

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.

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