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Crystal Palace Resort

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free parking at this beach Port Bolivar hotel

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Seasonal outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, free cabanas
Comfort Double Room
Front of property
1 bedroom, down comforters, memory foam beds, individually decorated
Reception

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1600 Highway 87, Port Bolivar, TX, 77650
  • Place, Crystal Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Place, Moody Gardens
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Comfort Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Classic Double Room, 1 Bedroom

Classic Double Room, 1 Bedroom

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Poolside

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Poolside

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the area

Port Bolivar

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Crystal Beach hotel, you'll be within 20 miles (32 km) of Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and 25 miles (40 km) of Moody Gardens. Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and NASA Johnson Space Center are also in the region.

What's nearby

  • Crystal Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 48 min drive - 30.4 km
  • Moody Gardens - 56 min drive - 37.7 km
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 57 min drive - 38.5 km
  • Galveston Island Beaches - 61 min drive - 41.8 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Camp Margaritaville RV Resort - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Nauti Beaver Hut - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Fins Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Crystal Palace Resort

Enjoy the free parking at this beach Port Bolivar hotel
Crystal Palace Resort offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and coffee/tea in a common area. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of Crystal Palace Resort was completed in January 2023.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Port Bolivar hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1984
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Cabanas by the pool (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Convenience store
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Crystal Palace Resort offers 60 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Memory foam beds feature down comforters. 40-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Pool toys
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Water sports equipment

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 30
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 30

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 30 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, cash, and mobile payments. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open March 01 and close September 30.
  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Crystal Palace Resort Hotel
Crystal Palace Resort Port Bolivar
Crystal Palace Resort Hotel Port Bolivar

Reviews

Crystal Palace Resort Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 268 out of 527 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 134 out of 527 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 527 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 527 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 527 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

steve

Liked: Amenities
We live staying here. Our third time. Great place .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristal

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great remodel! Great property

The room was amazing, the new management is dedicated to giving quality service. The newly remodeled rooms are amazing and the pool is family friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Krystal

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only had one light. Lamp not plugged in due to no outlets. Also no accessible for having to plug in devices or sleep aids. Toilet seat was cracked. Floors dingy and dirty. Sheets dingy. Way overpriced for room and amenities. Pool looked nice. Reminded me of a cheap roach/budget motel room. Definitely not “resort/palace” worthy. Save your money and do an Air B and B. Also have a “NO REFUND” sign so as soon as your checked in your out of your money.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kindra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent place for the price

3rd time we’ve stayed here, always enjoy it! Rooms are big & always very clean. The pool is amazing with a 9ft deep end!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Destiny

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was amazing and rooms were very cleaned!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Denna

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

steve

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good. We plan on staying again here:)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Door didn't feel safe.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kynzie

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kasi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was not as advertised. The picts on the site were definitely photo shopped and cleaned up because it looks so much older. Can tell it was built in the 60's. Room was bare minimum. Bed, 2 pillows, bedside table with lamp. 2 usable plugs in the whole room 1 plug on side of room with no table or anything to put phones on to charge. Other plug had to unlpug light to use. No rainhead shower like stated, no closet, small bar that held towels had to use for hanging clothes. Small mini fridge. TV was not connected to free WiFi so could not watch Netflix or even mirror app from phone. Channel kept going in and out and very limited on what can be watched on Dish. For almost $500 for 2 nights I was expecting better. Not asking for the glam but some effort into making rooms enjoyable. Add a desk/chair, fix tv to be useable for streaming, add some kinda of decor-- a picture, sconces, something to make it feel a little more intentional. Since there is NO fast food on this side of island consider adding food options like breakfast or happy hour nachos, taco bar, something. The restraunt selections are slim and they are packed with over an hour wait most of the time. A little effort would go a long way. Staff was friendly and room was clean. First checked into room with broken AC but i think they knew it bc there was a large oscillating fan bolted to wall. They quickly changed my room when I complained. Pool was green upon arrival but blue next morning. No beach in sight.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Theresa

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Look good, bad location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome...
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

steve

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Harry who greeted us at check in was really nice and even upgraded our room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and welcoming. I never felt like a bother. The rooms were reasonably priced and clean. We also took advantage of the pool area which was great as well. I will definitely book again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Does not have beach access.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Brenda

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool was nice the first day. It needed to be cleaned the next day. The area by the pool was not kept clean, the mattresses need to be replaced. For 400.00 for 2 nights I guess I expected more. Very overpriced.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

santos

Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Sandra

Travelled with partner
Was close to Crystal beach including restaurants, etc. The two queen beds are really small(and not even really a queen) and very uncomfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025