Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center

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

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

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

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Location
Policies

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

Room options

Two Queen Island View

Excellent

500 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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

Two Queen Pyramid View

Excellent

500 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

One King Pyramid View

Wonderful

500 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Double Room , Bayou view

Excellent

500 sq ft
Bay view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

King with Sleeper Sofa, "Bayou" View

Excellent

500 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Two Queen No View

Wonderful

500 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

One King with Sleeper Sofa, No View

Exceptional

500 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

One King with Sleeper Sofa, Island View

Wonderful

500 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Double Room, Island View, Wheel Chair Accessible

Good

500 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

King Room - Pyramid View - Disability Access

Excellent

517 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Very good

499 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Double Room, Bayou View, Accessible

Excellent

500 sq ft
Bay view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

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 miles
Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 8 min drive - 4.6 miles
Port of Galveston - 9 min drive - 5.1 miles
Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 9 min drive - 5.3 miles

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

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

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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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine

Pool
Hot Tub
Pet friendly
Free WiFi

$131 nightly

Nov 13 - Nov 14

Total with taxes and fees

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
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 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

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

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: 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

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Moody Gardens Hotel Spa Convention Center

Moody Garns Hotel Galveston

Moody Gardens Hotel Spa Convention Center

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center to the airport?

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center is 34.9 mi (42-min drive) away from the Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center?

As of Oct 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center on Oct 29, 2025 start from $111.3, 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 Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center.

How close is Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center to the beach?

This resort is 3 mi (11-min drive) from Galveston Island Beaches and 1.6 mi (6-min drive) from Seawall Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 21.95 and 23.95 per person. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center?

No, there is no casino at this resort.

What time is check-in at Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Early check-in costs USD 100.00 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center?

Free parking is not available at this resort. Self parking is available for USD 13 per night, and valet parking for USD 25 per day. Extended parking is available for USD 13 per day.

Does Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center have a pool?

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center features an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

Does Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 4 restaurants on site.

Does Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center have a spa?

This resort has a spa, which features hot stone massages, body treatments, and body scrubs.

How close is Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center to downtown Galveston?

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center is 3.8 mi away from Galveston.

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

2/10 Terrible

Denice

Traveled with family

Aug 23, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Was put in an old room dirty carpet and very far from elevator we are disabled ! Woke up to a sink full of dirt or poop ! Disgusting Pool needed to be skimmed full of ants and kids I. Pool with diapers ! Won’t be back !

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Business traveler

Jul 24, 2025

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

Traveled with family

Jul 23, 2025

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

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family

Jul 22, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great for kids

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Jul 22, 2025

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

Jul 22, 2025

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

christy

Traveled with family

Jul 21, 2025

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

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family

Jul 21, 2025

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

Jul 21, 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Habte

Traveled with family

Jul 21, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Unfriendly and unhelpful staff.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felicia

Business traveler

Jul 21, 2025

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

Jul 21, 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Jul 21, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Maria D

Jul 20, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Imelda

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family

Jul 19, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We had a great time

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Jul 19, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Itza

Jul 18, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Overall a great stay and there’s so much to do . A little outdated but we had so much fun

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Eleanor

Jul 18, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Lots of fun for the family. The atmosphere is amazing. The food is really good. We had fun. The down side is the rooms are outdated. I would go back but would not book through a third party. Hopefully then I could secure a better view.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Jul 16, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Jul 16, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda

Jul 16, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Safe area, clean and comfortable bed, big and clean swimming pool and hot jacuzzi.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

alejandra

Traveled with family

Jul 16, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

None

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Jul 15, 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Terry

Traveled with family and small children

Jul 15, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

This is my second time at this property. I took my two granddaughters for an overnight stay. The only reason I gave it four stars was because it’s summertime and the pool did not open until nine. I felt like it should’ve opened at eight. There were quite a few families hanging around the game area, playing ping-pong, checkers, and other games waiting for the pool to open. Also, our room was freezing. That being said I’d rather have it cold than the air conditioner not working, but there were no blankets in the room. Just the thin sheets and very thin coverlet. I had to turn the AC off. That being said, I will definitely go again.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Traveled with family

Jul 15, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasant Experience

Very satisfied with the service and overall experience at the resort.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center Reviews

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