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Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center

4.0 star property
4-star family-friendly resort near Moody Gardens, connected to the convention center

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Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)
Interior entrance

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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7 Hope Blvd, Galveston, TX, 77554
  • Place, Moody Gardens
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Palm Beach at Moody Gardens
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field)
    ‪41 min drive‬

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Two Queen Island View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(113 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • City view

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Two Queen Pyramid View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(35 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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One King Pyramid View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(52 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room , Bayou view

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Bay view

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King with Sleeper Sofa, "Bayou" View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Two Queen No View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(42 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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One King with Sleeper Sofa, No View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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One King with Sleeper Sofa, Island View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(77 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • City view

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Double Room, Island View, Wheel Chair Accessible

7.8 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Pyramid View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, Bayou View, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Bay view

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About the area

Galveston

Near West End stay.You'll be steps from Moody Gardens and within a 10-minute walk of Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark with a stay at this Near West End resort. Also, Galveston Island Beaches is within 3 miles (5 km) and Galveston Seawall is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Moody Gardens - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Palm Beach at Moody Gardens - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lone Star Fire Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Seawall Beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center

4-star family-friendly resort near Moody Gardens, connected to the convention center
Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center offers its guests a full-service spa, a water park (surcharge), and a marina. There are 4 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

You'll find a 24-hour business center on site. Event space at this resort measures 99997 square feet (9290 square meters) and includes a conference center. An outdoor pool, an indoor pool, and a hot tub are also featured at the family-friendly Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Galveston resort.

  • 433 guestrooms or units
  • 9 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 4 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 99997 sq ft of conference space
  • 9290 sq m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Cabanas by the pool (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Swim-up bar
Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center offers 433 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

This Galveston resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding. Housekeeping is provided on request.

The onsite spa has 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub.

The spa is open daily. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water park (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 13 per night)
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 25 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Covered extended parking on site (USD 13 per day)
  • Limited onsite valet and self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 21.95 to 23.95 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 4 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle storage
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Golf driving range
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Pro golf shop
  • Ropes course
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas
  • Water park
  • Yoga classes
  • Ziplining

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 100.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 100.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guest access to the Palm Beach attraction is not included with the cost of stay. Tickets are available for purchase at the Front Desk or Palm Beach.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from February 8 2026 to February 16 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the swimming pools
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 1 to April 30:
  • Water park

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 125 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay), plus a deposit of USD 125.00 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 21 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 21.95 to 23.95 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 13 per night
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 25 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Covered extended parking fee: USD 13 per day
  • Pet deposit: USD 125.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 125 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 100.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 100.00 (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 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children 21 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Moody Gardens Hotel
Moody Gardens Hotel Spa
Moody Gardens Hotel Spa Galveston
Moody Gardens Spa Galveston
Moody Gardens Spa
Moody Gardens Hotel Spa Convention Center
Moody Garns Hotel Galveston
Moody Gardens Hotel Spa Convention Center
Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center Resort
Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center Galveston
Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center Resort Galveston

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1330 out of 2017 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 367 out of 2017 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 170 out of 2017 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 87 out of 2017 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 63 out of 2017 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

PHILLIP, Pflugerville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgathea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
yes
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything’s been good can’t complain about a thing
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonard

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay before our cruise & to leave my car for the week we were gone
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin, fort Worth

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

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

4/10 Poor

Hunter

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel needs a serious update for the price they charge per night for rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jubril

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Terryna

The hotel was dated and on a non smoking floor smelled like smoke and dogs were allowed in the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Pool was clean and hot tub was functional...although I would call it a lukewarm tub, not a hot tub. I had Achilles surgery and was in a boot. They couldn't have given me a room that was farthest from the front door.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived late, but guest service was wonderful! We were the first to use the Limo service to our cruise port, and it was a life saver! Thanks to everyone for making our pre/post cruise experience seamless!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sid

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Checking in staff was very helpful and very nice. My overall stay was exceptional
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard, Royersford

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room and very clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean Room, Staff and Breakfast were good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoy convenient with moody garden exhibits
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tajudeen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Help me appreciate M/s Christ for logistics; Byron for dinning including celebrating my wife on her birthday and above all ~ Michele Neikirk who on her request, snapping beautiful pictures around the facilities as memories for both of us including her jokes giving us urge to enable us come back on vacation to Moody Gardens in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandoval, Wylie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff here was great and took care of everything I needed. The room was clean and I didn't have to wait forever to check in. Very positive experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

abayomi

Liked: Cleanliness
The facility is nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025