What is Historic Downtown Galveston like?

Travellers to the Historic Downtown Galveston neighbourhood in Galveston will be sure to enjoy their stay. Experience the best of Historic Downtown Galveston with a visit to Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston during your trip.

What's a favourite place to stay in Historic Downtown Galveston?

Based on our traveller data, Harbor House Hotel and Marina at Pier 21 is one of the top choices for your stay in Historic Downtown Galveston. This hotel is steps from Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal, and offers a marina and free breakfast. Another good option for your stay in the area is The Tremont House, Galveston, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel .

How many hotels are there in Historic Downtown Galveston?

Expedia has 66 hotels and other accommodation options in Historic Downtown Galveston to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Galveston area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Historic Downtown Galveston, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer in Historic Downtown Galveston.

What can I see and do in this Galveston neighbourhood?

Texas Seaport Museum, Galveston History Museum and Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig and Museum feature captivating exhibits to peruse while you're exploring Historic Downtown Galveston. Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Galveston Seawall and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier are some popular places to visit in the area around Historic Downtown Galveston. Galveston Art League Gallery and Strand Theatre are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Galveston.

The Best Hotels in Historic Downtown Galveston, Galveston - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for Historic Downtown Galveston hotels

1. The Tremont House, Galveston, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Historic Downtown Galveston

Allen

Rp3.343.454 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

2. Harbor House Hotel and Marina at Pier 21

Historic Downtown Galveston

Richard

Rp2.827.798 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Aug - 11 Aug

3. The Mansion on 17th

East End, 0.6 km from Historic Downtown Galveston

Stacee

Rp2.997.598 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Aug - 20 Aug

4. Wingate by Wyndham Galveston Beachfront at the Seawall

San Jacinto, 1.5 km from Historic Downtown Galveston

Mare Angela

Rp1.468.744 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

5. The 1890 Freeman House

East End, 0.6 km from Historic Downtown Galveston

Jessica

Rp3.945.573 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

Outdoor pool, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

6. Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection

San Jacinto, 1.5 km from Historic Downtown Galveston

Lane

Rp4.730.555 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

7. The Mariner

San Jacinto, 1.5 km from Historic Downtown Galveston

Brian

Rp1.280.582 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Jul - 31 Jul

8. Seabreeze Hotel, An Ascend Collection Hotel

San Jacinto, 1.6 km from Historic Downtown Galveston

beth

Rp1.978.759 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

9. The George Manor

East End, 0.9 km from Historic Downtown Galveston

Jerry

Rp4.183.133 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

Honeymoon Suite, Jetted Tub (The Carriage House) | Living area | TV, Netflix, Hulu, DVD player

10. Coppersmith Inn B&B

San Jacinto, 0.9 km from Historic Downtown Galveston

Marcia

Rp5.582.369 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jul - 29 Jul

11. Carr Mansion

Old Central, 1.4 km from Historic Downtown Galveston

Nico

Rp5.544.459 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jul - 29 Jul

12. Baymont by Wyndham Galveston

Near West End, 5.4 km from Historic Downtown Galveston

Ali

Rp1.171.278 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

13. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Galveston Beach

San Jacinto, 1.5 km from Historic Downtown Galveston

Kyle

Rp2.744.136 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

14. Comfort Inn & Suites Galveston Central Island near Pier

Kempner Park, 2 km from Historic Downtown Galveston

Gary

Rp1.921.143 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Ocean View | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi, alarm clocks

15. Best Western Plus Seawall Inn & Suites By The Beach

2.6 km from Historic Downtown Galveston

Zicai

Rp1.755.676 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

16. The Lasker Inn - B&B

San Jacinto, 0.9 km from Historic Downtown Galveston

Michael

Rp5.001.169 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jul - 29 Jul

17. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston Beach by IHG

Fort Crockett, 2.4 km from Historic Downtown Galveston

Robbie

Rp2.352.057 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

18. Home2 Suites By Hilton Galveston

Fort Crockett, 3.4 km from Historic Downtown Galveston

Christina

Rp2.354.536 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

Outdoor pool, open 9:30 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers

19. Homewood Suites by Hilton Galveston

2.5 km from Historic Downtown Galveston

Sharanda

Rp2.354.537 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Aug - 11 Aug

20. TRU BY Hilton Galveston

Fort Crockett, 3.5 km from Historic Downtown Galveston

Cynthia

Rp2.378.086 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Aug - 5 Aug

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Where to stay in Historic Downtown Galveston

Find the best Historic Downtown Galveston areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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West End

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

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Near West End

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

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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.

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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.

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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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Top Historic Downtown Galveston Hotel Reviews

Sleep Inn & Suites Galveston Island

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room"

Hilton Galveston Island Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel appears to have been updated recently. Great location to restaurants, beach, grocery store and convention center. Great amenities! Every single staff individual that we encountered was friendly and very welcoming. Pleasantly surprised!! I Would choose this hotel for future vacations."

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston Beach by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The property was great. I loved all of the amenities my children enjoy the complementary breakfast. My older child would have liked a deeper and larger pool, but my younger nine-year-old enjoyed playing in the pool. Our room had a great view of the pleasure Pierre and beach. The staff was excellent very helpful very kind and courteous. I enjoyed my stay and I am looking forward to coming back and booking again at the same location."

Harbor House Hotel and Marina at Pier 21

10/10 Excellent

"Very comfortable and conveniently located to the Strand, harbor related activities, and many great restaurants. The staff were very friendly, especially Dee. She went above and beyond to make sure that we had a wonderful stay. Parking was convenient and safe. Will definitely return!"

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Our top choices for Historic Downtown Galveston hotels

1. The Tremont House, Galveston, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

2. Harbor House Hotel and Marina at Pier 21

3. The Mansion on 17th

4. Wingate by Wyndham Galveston Beachfront at the Seawall

5. The 1890 Freeman House

6. Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection

7. The Mariner

8. Seabreeze Hotel, An Ascend Collection Hotel

9. The George Manor

10. Coppersmith Inn B&B

11. Carr Mansion

12. Baymont by Wyndham Galveston

13. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Galveston Beach

14. Comfort Inn & Suites Galveston Central Island near Pier

15. Best Western Plus Seawall Inn & Suites By The Beach

16. The Lasker Inn - B&B

17. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston Beach by IHG

18. Home2 Suites By Hilton Galveston

19. Homewood Suites by Hilton Galveston

20. TRU BY Hilton Galveston

Where to stay in Historic Downtown Galveston

West End

Near West End

Jamaica Beach

Midtown

Sea Isle

Top Historic Downtown Galveston Hotel Reviews

Sleep Inn & Suites Galveston Island

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