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 romantic area.
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Things to do

Next to the Cruise ship

Galveston Historical Harbor Cruise with Dolphins

P2,724
per adult
Galveston Historical Harbor Cruise with Dolphins
Galveston Naval Museum Admission Ticket

Galveston Naval Museum Admission Ticket

P875
per adult
Galveston Naval Museum Admission Ticket
Self-Guided Galveston Ghost Audio Tour

Galveston Ghost Tour (Self-Guided Driving/Walking Audio Tour)

P312
per adult
Galveston Ghost Tour (Self-Guided Driving/Walking Audio Tour)
Replica 1908 Model-T Electric Golf Cart Rental

Replica 1908 Model-T Electric Golf Cart Rental

P7,445
per traveler
90% of travellers recommend
Replica 1908 Model-T Electric Golf Cart Rental
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

P1,560
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion
The Bryan Museum Admission

The Bryan Museum Admission

P938
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
The Bryan Museum Admission
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Top hotels in Old Central

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 P13,754 per night from Sep 30 to Oct 1
P13,754
P17,613 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
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
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 P3,940 per night from Oct 8 to Oct 9
P3,940
P4,531 total
Oct 8 - Oct 9
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 ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,362 reviews)
"This hotel met all my expectations for location, comfort, breakfast, etc. The renovations being carried out were well organized so they did not interfere with guests"

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2026

Beachfront Palms Resort Galveston, an Ascend Collection Hotel
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 P8,823 per night from Oct 8 to Oct 9
P8,823
P11,397 total
Oct 8 - Oct 9
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
Galveston Beach Hotel

Galveston Beach Hotel

2.5 out of 5
8710 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is P3,378 per night from Oct 29 to Oct 30
P3,378
P3,885 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,351 reviews)
"Enjoyed a one night stay in a large, nice, clean room. Friendly hotel. The bed was a bit soft and lumpy, but still comfortable. Lotion was missing. Good breakfast, no meats though."

Reviewed on Sep 28, 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 P4,343 per night from Oct 1 to Oct 2
P4,343
P4,995 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
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 ...
Hyatt Select Galveston - Beachfront
Gaido's Seaside Inn

Gaido's Seaside Inn

3 out of 5
3700 Seawall Boulevard Galveston TX
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
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Gaido's Seaside Inn
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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 Sea Isle Beach.

A pier with a Ferris wheel and roller coaster, overlooking the ocean.

Near West End

If you're spending some time in Near West End, Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Moody Gardens 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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