Old Central

Galveston

A coastal cityscape at sunset with tall buildings and a beach in the foreground.
A beach with rocky shores, a pier, amusement park rides, and a Ferris wheel.
A beach with a lifeguard tower, sandy shore, and ocean waves.
A beach with waves and a clear sky.
A sailing ship with multiple masts and sails, carrying passengers, and flying the American flag.

Stay near popular Old Central attractions

Moody Mansion Museum

9.4/10 (11 reviews)
Find out about the history of Galveston when you spend time at Moody Mansion Museum. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
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Things to do

Next to the Cruise ship

Galveston Historical Harbor Cruise with Dolphins

P2,194
per adult
Galveston Historical Harbor Cruise with Dolphins
Galveston Naval Museum Admission Ticket

Galveston Naval Museum Admission Ticket

P861
per adult
Galveston Naval Museum Admission Ticket
Gulf Coast Party Boats Galveston

Gulf Coast Party Boats Galveston

P3,689
per adult
Gulf Coast Party Boats Galveston
Self-Guided Galveston Ghost Audio Tour

Galveston Ghost Tour

P308
per adult
Galveston Ghost Tour
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

P1,538
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion
The Bryan Museum Admission

The Bryan Museum Admission

P923
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
The Bryan Museum Admission
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Top hotels in Old Central

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 P8,098 per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
P8,098
P9,313 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa resort in Galveston. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention 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 P4,358 per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
P4,358
P5,012 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
Beachfront Palms Resort Galveston, an Ascend Collection Hotel
The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center

The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center

4 out of 5
5222 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is P17,077 per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
P17,077
P21,399 total
Sep 8 - Sep 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Galveston. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center
Hyatt Select Galveston - Beachfront

Hyatt Select Galveston - Beachfront

2.5 out of 5
5924 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is P5,333 per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
P5,333
P6,132 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (376 reviews)
"We Will stay here again!!"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2026

Hyatt Select Galveston - Beachfront
Galveston Beach Hotel

Galveston Beach Hotel

2.5 out of 5
8710 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is P3,479 per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
P3,479
P4,001 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,248 reviews)
"Nice staff but hotel room was dirty! Bring disinfectant spray, and possibly a broom! Also there was hair on the clean towels!"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2026

Galveston Beach Hotel
Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection

Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
2024 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P12,609 per night from Aug 27 to Aug 28
P12,609
P14,500 total
Aug 27 - Aug 28
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,235 reviews)
"We were put in an ADA room which I did not ask for. The room was heavily perfumed to the point it made me nauseous. I later learned that the room had a minor flood and they stuck me in that room. The next morning we were changed to a different room. Big drawback was that the windows did not open. ..."

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2026

Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection
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Where to stay in Old Central

Find the best Old Central areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A waterfront with houses on stilts, calm water, and a sunset sky.
Photo by Jennie Dominicci
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West End

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

A coastal road with houses and a beach.

Near West End

If you're spending some time in Near West End, Moody Gardens and Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark are top sights worth seeing.

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

If you're spending some time in Midtown, Galveston Seawall and Seawall Beach are top sights worth seeing.

A coastal house with a wooden deck, a large white building with a dark roof, and a palm tree.

Sea Isle

If you're spending some time in Sea Isle, Sea Isle Beach and Terramar Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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