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Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center

4.0 star property

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Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
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8.8 out of 10
Excellent

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7 Hope Blvd, Galveston, TX, 77554
  • Place, Moody Gardens
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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Two Queen Island View

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

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Two Queen Pyramid View

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

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One King Pyramid View

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

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Double Room , Bayou view

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

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King with Sleeper Sofa, "Bayou" View

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

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Two Queen No View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 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
(73 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, Island View, Wheel Chair Accessible

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

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King Room - Pyramid View - Disability Access

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 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
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Galveston

With a stay at Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center in Galveston (Near West End), you'll be steps from Moody Gardens and 9 minutes by foot from Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark. .This family-friendly resort is 3 mi (4.9 km) from Galveston Island Beaches and 3.1 mi (5.1 km) from Galveston Seawall.
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What's nearby

  • Moody Gardens - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Port of Galveston - 9 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 9 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cajun Greek - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center

Family-friendly Galveston resort connected to the convention center, steps from Moody Gardens
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.

A marina, complimentary bicycles, and a water park (surcharge) are featured at the resort. An indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a 24-hour fitness center.

Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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.

Make yourself at home in one of the 433 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including a water park (surcharge), an outdoor pool, and an indoor pool. Additional amenities at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Grab a bite to eat at one of the resort's 4 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Galveston? This resort has facilities measuring 99997 square feet (9290 square meters), including a conference center. Guests may use a cruise ship terminal shuttle for a surcharge, and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM.
Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center has 4 restaurants on site.
Late night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Covered 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 on-site 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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (99,997 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Marina
  • On the bay
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages

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
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 9 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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
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 are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 1 to April 30:
  • Water park

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 21 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Reservations are required for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 16 years old are only allowed with adult supervision

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. 1264 out of 1919 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 349 out of 1919 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 159 out of 1919 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 88 out of 1919 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 59 out of 1919 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Marcella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jada

Broken fan in bathroom and broken curtain in the room. Trash cans had no liners in them. Do not plan on staying again for that amount of money
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Alvaro

Travelled with family
We stayed here two years ago and had a great day, unfortunately this time around it wasn’t as pleasant. We had a broken showerhead that they were aware of, but still did not fix prior to check in. When maintenance came to fix it, they still left it unfixed saying they did not have the parts. But my husband said he would go himself to Home Depot and go by the parts they came back with a temporary fix.Our room service food came cold also. Property is definitely a bit dated now as well. Manager did give us a credit for the inconvenience, but we will hesitate to come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for families
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

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

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edith

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anglia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay! Pool was a little chilly but it didn’t stop us. Beautiful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Guylon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was great but my stay was horribly interrupted because of no internet connection. My wife brought her laptop because she had a very important zoom meeting the next morning. We had to end up leaving hotel at 4:30 am because of no internet connectivity. Being that we lived in Houston an hour away we decided to just go home. I was looking forward to having breakfast poolside and lunch later at one of my favorite restaurants on the Seawall.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenjamin

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

Hard bed

The mattress was to hard!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay! The check in was quick and the staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

KENNETH

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location and the different things available to do on property. The fact that by booking through Expedia you didn't get the same perks had I booked directly through Moody Gardens. Needs more places to shop and the eat at for families with small children.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Whitney, Crosby

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for kids
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Overpriced and Outdated

Way overpriced.... The room was outdated and dirty and needed maintenance... Bulb broken in lamp...(actually broken glass) Bathroom sink wouldn't drain properly. Shower head very loose, Rust on the shower floor.. Trash behind trash cans... etc... Did I call and complain? No... Will I be back?? Probably not... Way to expensive for that room...
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose, Dallas

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

christy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Not the best hotel anymore

I’ve stayed at Moody Gardens over 20 times over the past 20 years. The service has always been hit or miss, mostly really good, but they tend to get bartenders that just aren’t the greatest. Valet is almost always top notch, and checking in is usually flawless, as was this last time. Over the past few years, I’ve noticed a significant decline in what goes on, specifically at the pool and outside area. Last year, there were so many people smoking weed that we left and went to The Galvez just so the kids could swim. This year, kids were unsupervised and wilding out throwing objects at each other, running, jumping in on top of others, sitting at the adults only area, and throwing the chess pieces around in a way that is not used to play chess. There was even another adult throwing some sort of ball from around the mid point of the pool to the other end to a kid outside the pool. Needless to say, this took up a significant portion of the pool for others to enjoy. There were at least two different employees who were around and didn’t say a word. Maybe they can’t, I don’t know, but it doesn’t make it a place to take your kids and enjoy it anymore. We usually stay here because of Palm Beach and the proximity to the water park and at one time, because of the pool area. However, since Palm Beach doesn’t require a stay at the the hotel, we will be choosing something different and just drive over. Maybe it’s the management, but it isn’t really a cool place for family time.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel had very clean rooms and very friendly staff! The only downside I had was our bathtub would fill up around our feet and the water took time going down. I checked the bathtub stopper and it was lifted. Not sure what the issue could have been. Nevertheless, we still enjoyed our stay and will return in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Elsa

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Habte

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unfriendly and unhelpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felicia

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Upgraded to a balcony room for an extra $50. I was able to do this by phone in my room. The lady that answered my call brought my new room keys to me personally. Great service, I didn’t even have to go back to the front desk.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammye

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

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

8/10 Good

Maria D

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025