Pelican Island Travel Guide

Galveston

A large naval ship docked near a waterfront with palm trees and a building with a red roof.
Two brown pelicans on rocks by a body of water.
A naval ship with the number 244, docked near a fence and palm trees.

Stay near popular Pelican Island attractions

A pier with amusement rides, including a roller coaster and a Ferris wheel, extending into a turbulent sea.

Galveston Island Beaches

9.0/10 (1,471 reviews)
Nothing says holiday like spending a care-free day in Galveston Island Beaches, a popular beach in Galveston.
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Top hotels in Pelican Island

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 ₹12,554 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
₹12,554
₹14,437 total
16 Aug - 17 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. ...
Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center

The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center

4 out of 5
5222 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹30,855 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹30,855
₹38,260 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! (1,390 reviews)
"Was perfect!!"

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026

The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center
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 ₹8,700 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
₹8,700
₹10,006 total
16 Aug - 17 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. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,020 reviews)
"Our room was fair, no closet? The door didn’t lock? Our room was given to someone else so in the middle of the night someone was trying to get in??? The next day we were locked out of our room?? They so called fixed that then when we returned we once again when shifts changed we were locked out of ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026

Beachfront Palms Resort Galveston, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Galveston Beach Hotel

Galveston Beach Hotel

2.5 out of 5
8710 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is ₹6,138 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
₹6,138
₹7,059 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! (3,172 reviews)
"We had to have our key re keyed every time we left our room to get back in"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2026

Galveston Beach Hotel
Hyatt Select Galveston - Beachfront

Hyatt Select Galveston - Beachfront

2.5 out of 5
5924 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is ₹10,963 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
₹10,963
₹12,607 total
4 Aug - 5 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
Gaido's Seaside Inn

Gaido's Seaside Inn

3 out of 5
3700 Seawall Boulevard Galveston TX
Stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
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Where to stay in Pelican Island

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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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