Along with coffee/tea in a common area, this hotel has a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a corner/local shop and charcoal grills. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Crystal Palace Resort offers 60 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features fans and blackout curtains. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Memory foam beds feature down duvets. 40-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Crystal Palace Resort's great location. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Crystal Beach. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a seasonal outdoor pool.
Free Wi-Fi in some public areas
Free self-parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking
Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
Amenities include convenience store and coffee/tea in a common area
Guests have good things to say about the accommodation for the cleanliness and comfy beds
15.5 mi (24.9 km) from Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and 20.4 mi (32.8 km) from Moody Gardens
Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Crystal Palace Resort offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and coffee/tea in common area. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of Crystal Palace Resort was completed in January 2023.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Port Bolivar hotel.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free uncovered self parking on site
Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
Food and drink
Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
Seasonal outdoor pool
Water sports equipment
Family friendly
Fenced pool
Grocery/convenience store
In-room microwave
Mini-fridge
Pool toys
Seasonal outdoor pool
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Grocery/convenience store
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Housekeeping (once per stay)
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Beach loungers
Direct access to the beach
Free pool cabanas
Outdoor furniture
Pool loungers
Accessibility
Hardwood flooring in public areas
No lift
More
1 building
2 floors
Built in 1984
Designated smoking areas
Renovated entire property - January 2023
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Down comforter
Memory foam mattress
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
40-inch LED TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Microwave
Mini-fridge
More
Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fan
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 30
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 30
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets: USD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lb per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Pet fee: USD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in fee: USD 30 (subject to availability)
Late check-out fee: USD 30 (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
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Guests arriving after 9:00 AM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
The seasonal pool will open on 01 March and close on 30 September.
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
Crystal Palace Resort Hotel
Crystal Palace Resort Port Bolivar
Crystal Palace Resort Hotel Port Bolivar
Crystal Palace Resort Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 254 out of 501 reviews
10 - Excellent
254
Rating 8 - Good. 132 out of 501 reviews
8 - Good
132
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 501 reviews
6 - Okay
61
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 501 reviews
4 - Poor
23
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 501 reviews
2 - Terrible
31
8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
4/10 Poor
Stevi
22 Jun 2025
Disliked: Staff & service
It was okay. Pool was green in spots. They didn’t provide conditioner. Pictures are a little deceiving. Stains on one of the bed sheets…
Stevi
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
6/10 Okay
Rene
22 Jun 2025
Disliked: Amenities
There was not a person at the front desk even in the morning, always had to ring for one. No hair dryer in room, bad for the ladies. Only a couple of very small soap bars. No MW. Did seem clean though bed not very comfortable.
The gentleman at the check-In desk was very kind to switch our room to a downstairs I had asked for one on Expedia but didn’t realize the property doesn’t get the request, you have to call and ask for it. Room was clean and beds were comfey. There’s a really nice outdoor area to swim and visit. We will definitely stay there in the future.
This place is 2 mins from the beach. Hotel is very nice. Customer service was great. Very accommodating for my 80 year old mother. I will return with hubby. This weekend was girls weekend.
Check in was easy and quick. No elevator so had to carry our bags to the second floor. No pictures on the walls. Very very basic room. No hook or rack for bath towels or face towel. One lamp had no light bulb. Bed was soft and sheets were wrinkled up but looked clean. TV didn’t work but maybe it was because of the storm. Pool are liked clean but water was green. Pool was closed. Glad we only stayed one night.
A+ Recommend staying here! Clean Rooms, Friendly Staff, nice pool. Only Hotel in this area. Manager Harry was great! Took care of any Questions we had about the area.
Steven
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Stephanie
Travelled with family
8 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Met our needs
Motel is exactly what you would expect for the price. It was clean and safe, so it met our most important needs. It’s a dated facility, no bells and whistles, but didn’t expect any at this price point. The mattresses were uncomfortable. The pool was great. The room’s AC kept it nice and cool. The property is well lit and has cameras giving you a sense of security. Overall, it was a great stay.
The room was good sized. We got a king with a pull out bed. Everything was clean and there wasn't any grit on anything. The only problem we had was the air unit kept doing this loud clicking/banging noise every few minutes, it was incredibly loud. Even with the noise though, it stayed cool and the bed was comfortable.
The staff were very friendly. The pool area was nice and the guests were quiet when using it. We had an issue with the a/c on the first night but the staff fixed it while we were at dinner, so we were very pleased.
I liked the parking and access set up… what I did not like was the steep concrete stairways from the parking lot up to the rooms and the few number of towels offered as well as no hand towels or wash cloths
David
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
6/10 Okay
Susan
Travelled with partner
30 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Was close to the beach and was clean, cool and a comfortable bed. Nice shower. All I asked for. Did not try pool or any other facilities.
Susan
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lisa
Travelled with family
29 May 2025
Liked: Amenities
The people were nice and everything was clean! I will definitely stay there the next time I go to crystal beach