Gulfway Motel & Restaurant

2.0 star property
Beach motel near Hooks Woods Bird Sanctuary

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Comfort Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1365 Highway 124, High Island, TX, 77623
  • Place, High Island Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Eubank Woods Bird Sanctuary
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 2249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Comfort Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 2249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Comfort Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Comfort Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

High Island

Oceanside stay.You'll find Hooks Woods Bird Sanctuary and Eubank Woods Bird Sanctuary within a 15-minute walk of this High Island motel. Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away.

What's nearby

  • Hooks Woods Bird Sanctuary - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • High Island Beach - 1 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Eubank Woods Bird Sanctuary - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Gilchrist Beach - 7 min drive - 4.4 miles

Getting around

  • Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gulfway Grill - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hartz Chicken Buffet - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Macho's - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Gulfway Motel & Restaurant

Beach motel near Hooks Woods Bird Sanctuary
As a guest of Gulfway Motel & Restaurant, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. Gulfway Motel & Restaurant also features a garden, a picnic area, and concierge services. Self parking is free.

This High Island motel is smoke free.

  • 1 guestroom or unit
  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1985
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Air-conditioned accommodations at Gulfway Motel & Restaurant offer complimentary toiletries. Beds feature premium bedding. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Weekend buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: USD 8.65 to 11.90 for adults and USD 8.65 to 11.90 for children

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 10 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50.0 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 8.65 to 11.90 for adults, and USD 8.65 to 11.90 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per day

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Gulfway Motel & Restaurant to the airport?

Gulfway Motel & Restaurant is 80.9 mi (98-min drive) away from the Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gulfway Motel & Restaurant?

As of Oct 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gulfway Motel & Restaurant on Nov 2, 2025 start from $55.99, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Gulfway Motel & Restaurant have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Gulfway Motel & Restaurant.

How close is Gulfway Motel & Restaurant to the beach?

This motel is 1 mi (2-min drive) from High Island Beach and 3.3 mi (5-min drive) from Gilchrist Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Gulfway Motel & Restaurant offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Gulfway Motel & Restaurant, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 8.65 and 11.90 for adults, USD 8.65 and 11.90 for children.

Is there a casino at Gulfway Motel & Restaurant?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Gulfway Motel & Restaurant?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Gulfway Motel & Restaurant?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Gulfway Motel & Restaurant have a pool?

Gulfway Motel & Restaurant features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Gulfway Motel & Restaurant have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Gulfway Motel & Restaurant to downtown High Island?

Gulfway Motel & Restaurant is 0.4 mi away from High Island.