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Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center

4.0 star property

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Exterior
Interior entrance
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
Children's activities
Property grounds

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

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

Room options

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

King with Sleeper Sofa, "Bayou" View

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room , Bayou view

  • 46 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Double Room, Island View, Wheel Chair Accessible

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Two Queen Island View

  • 46 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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One King with Sleeper Sofa, Island View

  • 46 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Two Queen No View

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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One King Pyramid View

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Two Queen Pyramid View

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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One King with Sleeper Sofa, No View

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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King Room - Pyramid View - Disability Access

  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, Bayou View, Accessible

  • 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 - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 7 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Port of Galveston - 9 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 9 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Moody Gardens - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 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 Spa at Moody Gardens 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. 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.

Languages

English, Spanish

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
  • 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

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

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. 1175 out of 1803 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 333 out of 1803 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 151 out of 1803 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 86 out of 1803 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 1803 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

6/10 Okay

kris

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel is very outdated. Good location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Business traveller, Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ihsane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Thanksgiving Memory 2024
It was amazing. We spent great moments during the Thanksgiving holiday. We enjoyed the Thanksgiving buffet. The light festival. The ice land, and the stay at the hotel. We will come back again during the spring holidays.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Moody Gardens is an excellent place to stay for all kinds of family/couple fun. Easy walk to many sights and attractions. Our favorite was the Aquarium pyramid. Everything seems to have been maintained fairly well and is kept nicely clean. The food on site is better than most restaurants off site. Extremely easy parking on site. Only negative for us was the queen size beds seemed small. We did not measure, but they weren’t as small as a full, just on the small side for a queen. Great vacation experience overall. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great amenities - so - so rooms. Clean but tired.
Clean, great breakfast buffet, nice views, good amenities. Rooms a little tired considering price. AC controls - so -so. Can not force heat or cool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wilma

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome !!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anjolina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Moody Gardens is always a great getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Lynn, Mukilteo

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

VIPINKUMAR

.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Shawna, moorpark

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a fun and clean property, lots to do with the family. Room was nice, but a bit outdated and run down but sufficient. Pool is great, and the gift shop sells snacks and Starbucks coffee with was nice. Spacious lobby with plenty of seating areas and a bar. Cafe buffet was okay, had variety but not many healthy options. There is also an ice cream-pizza shop but I did not try. The pyramids were great, especially the rainforest.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always love our stay here, was a little dissapointed with breakfast. As it tasted as if it was from yesterday.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarahannzita

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Went during the winter holiday event with my mom and teenager. The property was well decorated with beautiful lights and decor. Room was comfy and got a chance to enjoy the heated indoor pool. The staff was very accommodating, friendly, and nice. Will be back again for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A magical staycation for the holidays.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We keep coming back. My grandchildren love the place. They named one of the fish in the lobby. The lobby had hot cider, peppermint, gingerbread house, train, giant nutcrackers. The mix of science and fun dominate Moody Gardens.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Debra

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheri

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location close to the cruise port!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with family
Very nice festive Christmas decorations
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

JULIE

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024